By Aulia R. Sungkar (Ollie) "A band exists on what it does," Keith Richards asserted before the audience on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, on Friday evening, the 20th. Keith's assertion pertains to his band, The Rolling Stones, which has consistently embarked on world tours. Now, this legendary rock n’ roll band has officially released "Hackney Diamonds," marking their first album of original music in 18 years. The Rolling Stones' previous album of original music was "A Bigger … [Read more...]
Charlie Watts: The heartbeat of the Rolling Stones
Charlie Watts is indisputably irreplaceable. His distinctive drum beats in the Rolling Stones' songs were the spirit that helped the band become the greatest rock 'n roll band of all time. Born in London on June 2, 1941, Charlie peacefully passed away on August 24, 2021, at the age of 80, in a London hospital. The history of the Rolling Stones started when the guitarist Brian Jones founded and even named the band in London in 1962. The band's first line-up included vocalist Mick Jagger, … [Read more...]
The Rolling Stones Announce US 2021 Tour Dates
The Rolling Stones on July 22, Thursday, announced that the band would be back on the road with rescheduled "No Filter Tour." The tour was put off in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but the greatest rock and roll band of all time will hold a 13-date US fall tour, beginning in St. Louis on Sept. 26 and wrapping up in Austin on Nov. 20. "I'm so excited to get back on the stage again and want to thank everyone for their patience," singer Mick Jagger said in a statement announcing the dates. … [Read more...]
