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35 Years Ago: The Rolling Stones' 'Some Girls' Album Released

Jeff Giles — Sun, 09 Jun 2013 10:16:20 +0000

Pinned in by disco on one side and punk on the other, stuck in a creative rut that led some critics to proclaim they were yesterday's news and facing the loss of guitarist Keith Richards to an extended prison sentence, the Rolling Stones entered 1978 in need of a rebound. And they got it with 'Some Girls.'

The Rolling Stones Rock Chicago

Dave Lifton — Sun, 02 Jun 2013 15:14:07 +0000

Chicago has held a special pull for the Rolling Stones from before the group even existed. Mick Jagger was famously carrying albums from Chicago-based Chess Records when he ran into his childhood pal Keith Richards at the Dartford railway station in 1960. It began a partnership that, 53 years later, brought them back to the city on May 31, the second night of a

Rolling Stones Add Washington, D.C. Date to Their 2013 Tour

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 15:23:38 +0000

The Rolling Stones have added one more date to their '50 & Counting' North American tour, which will run through May and June. The legendary rockers have announced a concert - which they are billing as the final date on the tour - at the Verzion Center in Washington, D.C. on Monday, June 24.

Rolling Stones 2013 Tour Announcement Coming Soon

Dave Lifton — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 10:00:19 +0000

Tom Petty once sang, "The waiting is the hardest part." Presumably, Petty was referring to nearly a year's worth of teasing by the Rolling Stones on whether or not they would launch another full-scale tour. However, it would appear that we will only have to wait a few more days to learn all the information.

Ron Wood Marries Sally Humphreys

Matthew Wilkening — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 01:41:10 +0000

After weeks of speculation, Rolling Stones guitarist Ron Wood has gotten married to theater producer Sally Humphreys. The pair got hitched at London's Dorchester Hotel in front of fellow rockers such as Paul McCartney and best man Rod Stewart.

Mick Jagger's Secret Love Letters to Actress Auctioned for $300K

Billy Dukes — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 03:00:33 +0000

Love letters written by Mick Jagger to American actress Marsha Hunt during the summer of 1969 have been auctioned by Sothebys for more than twice the expected sum. An unidentified buyer paid over $300K for 10 passionate, revealing letters that came during a time of much turbulence for the Rolling Stones frontman.

Rolling Stones Added To Hurricane Sandy Benefit Concert

Dave Swanson — Sat, 08 Dec 2012 16:42:30 +0000

You can add the Rolling Stones to the list of first-class rockers who are lending a hand in support of victims of Hurricane Sandy. The Stones join an already impressive list of rockers performing at the 12.12.12 Benefit concert being held at Madison Square Garden on Wed. Dec. 12.

Eric Clapton Helps Rolling Stones Rock Second 50th Anniversary London Show

Jeff Giles — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 03:06:29 +0000

The Rolling Stones continued their ’50 & Counting’ tour last night (Nov. 29) in front of another packed crowd at London’s O2 Arena, offering old friends, new guests, and a few surprises during a lengthy 23-song set list. Former Stones Mick Taylor and Bill Wyman were on hand for the second straight show, with Wyman [...]

Eric Clapton to Jam With Rolling Stones

Dave Lifton — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 22:36:30 +0000

Folks who shelled out their life savings to attend the Rolling Stones' first concert in London on Sunday (Nov. 25) may have had an incredible time, but they're about to start complaining. Word is that Eric Clapton will be sitting in with the group for tomorrow night's show.

Mick Jagger Says One Direction are Like the Rolling Stones

Dave Lifton — Sat, 17 Nov 2012 16:26:41 +0000

Musical genres come and go, but one thing has remained constant throughout the years: adoring fans who want to take their idols apart. In a new interview, Mick Jagger says that he sees a connection between the Rolling Stones and England's newest hitmakers, One Direction.

Keith Richards Apologized to Mick Jagger for Words in 'Life'

Dave Lifton — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 05:16:02 +0000

In order for the upcoming Rolling Stones shows to take place, Keith Richards apologized to Mick Jagger for what he said about the singer in his 2010 autobiography, 'Life.' In a new interview, Richards says that incidents like these have happened repeatedly throughout the band's 50-year history, but could never break up the Stones.

Rolling Stones Guitarist Ron Wood Hints at Warm-Up Shows

Chad Childers — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 02:00:22 +0000

We know for certain there will be four Rolling Stones performances this year, but that doesn't mean you might not see the band playing somewhere other than London's O2 Arena or New Jersey's Prudential Center. Guitarist Ron Wood just stated that there might be some warm-up dates using one of the band's fake names.

Rolling Stones Sing Two Beatles Songs in Newly Discovered Video

Dave Lifton — Sat, 20 Oct 2012 17:41:13 +0000

One of the great myths in rock history is the rivalry between the Rolling Stones and the Beatles. In fact, despite their sonic differences, the groups were good friends and often timed their releases so that they wouldn't coincide with each other.

Rolling Stones to Broadcast Final 2012 Concert on Pay-Per-View

Dave Lifton — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 10:00:34 +0000

Earlier today (Oct. 15), the Rolling Stones announced that they will perform four concerts -- two in London and two in Newark, N.J. -- in the coming months. Those who are unable to make those shows can now rest easy. The final show of the '50 and Counting' mini-tour will be shown live on pay-per-view in the United States.

Rolling Stones to Headline Glastonbury 2013?

Jeff Giles — Sun, 14 Oct 2012 23:54:36 +0000

The Rolling Stones' 50th anniversary year has brought fans a new book, a new greatest hits compilation and a new song, 'Doom and Gloom' -- but it's also been filled with a lot of rumors, and now we can add one more to the list: That the band will headline next year's Glastonbury festival.

The Rolling Stones Release Trailer for 'Crossfire Hurricane' Documentary

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 10:00:23 +0000

The Rolling Stones are celebrating their 50th anniversary this year by releasing an in-depth documentary titled ‘Crossfire Hurricane,’ and now fans can get an early look at the film in a new trailer that’s been released online. Academy Award nominee Brett Morgan directed ‘Crossfire Hurricane,’ gaining unprecedented access to the band and never-before-seen footage to [...]

And Now with Sports, Here's… Keith Richards?

Billy Dukes — Sun, 16 Sep 2012 03:59:57 +0000

Keith Richards has recently been allowing fans to submit questions for him to answer on his website. The audio answers provide interesting insight into the rocker's ideas and philosophies, and give fans a chance to hear stories by one of the more interesting rock voices.

Win His and Hers Stones For Valentines Day

Craig Russell — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:31:07 +0000

We’ve got you covered for Valentines day! The Kopper Top and WFGR have teamed up with the Diamond House with His and Her’s Stones! Ladies like the diamonds and guys like the music, so we’ve got an entire Rolling Stones c

Keith Richards To Star In Pirates Of The Caribbean Reprise

gary.chenoweth — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 18:15:52 +0000

Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards has been asked to return to star in the latest Pirates of the Caribbean film to play Captain Teague once again. In the last film, At World’s End, Richards popped in to make a cameo alongside Johnny Depp, otherwise known as Jack Sparrow, who will also return to the series. [...]