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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 and Taylor Swift Perform Together in Chicago

Matthew Wilkening — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 10:59:51 +0000

Taylor Swift joined the Rolling Stones onstage at Chicago's United Center last night (June 3) to perform 'As Tears Go By' -- and of course, dance a bit with Mick Jagger.

The Rolling Stones Joined by Katy Perry for 'Beast of Burden' During Las Vegas Show

Jeff Giles — Mon, 13 May 2013 14:09:18 +0000

The growing list of special guests that have been welcomed to the stage for the Rolling Stones' '50 and Counting' tour added another big name on Saturday (May 11), when the band was joined by multiplatinum pop star Katy Perry for a special duet rendition of 'Beast of Burden.'

Rolling Stones Exhibit at Rock Hall Offers '50 Years of Satisfaction'

Jeff Giles — Wed, 08 May 2013 12:56:57 +0000

As if you needed another reason to head to Cleveland over Memorial Day weekend, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has just announced what sounds like a stellar new Rolling Stones exhibit opening May 24 -- 'Rolling Stones: 50 Years of Satisfaction,' offering what a press release promises will be "the Museum’s first major exhibition capturing the band’s legendary career spanning more than 50 years."

Rolling Stones Tour Reportedly Facing Slow Ticket Sales

Ken Kelley — Mon, 06 May 2013 15:09:27 +0000

Could the days of Rolling Stones concerts instantly setting box office records be numbered? While the Stones have always enjoyed robust sales on their prior tours, the Guardian is reporting that tickets to the group's highly anticipated '50 And Counting' tour aren't moving quite as fast as the group may have hoped.

Rolling Stones Play Club Gig to Preview Tour

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 13:57:10 +0000

The upcoming Rolling Stones tour will see the band performing in the biggest venues in the world, but on Saturday night (April 27), the Stones played a tour preview gig at a tiny Los Angeles club, wowing the crowd with a 14-song set that included an appearance by former guitarist Mick Taylor.

Rolling Stones Add Four More Shows to 2013 Tour

Dave Lifton — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 14:18:13 +0000

It didn't seem right that the Rolling Stones were only going to play nine shows in North America on their 2013 '50 and Counting' tour. However, shortly after the exclusive pre-sale for certain credit card holder began on Friday (April 5), the band announced that, due to popular demand, they were playing another three dates.

The Rolling Stones Announce 2013 North American Tour with 'Special Guest' Mick Taylor

Matthew Wilkening — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 13:48:55 +0000

The Rolling Stones have announced the first dates of their 2013 ’50 and Counting’ North American tour, which will visit nine cities in May and June. Former guitarist Mick Taylor will be a “special guest throughout the tour,” to use the band’s own words. The trek will hit arenas in Los Angeles, Oakland, San Jose, [...]

Watch the Full Rolling Stones 'Sympathy for the Devil' Super Bowl Commercial

Jeff Giles — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 10:22:15 +0000

We're used to advertisers going all out in their Super Bowl ads, and this year's Mercedes spot doesn't disappoint, offering up cameos from Willem Dafoe, Kate Upton, and Usher, all set to the soundtrack of the Rolling Stones' 'Sympathy for the Devil.'

The Beatles, Rolling Stones Could End Up on British Pound Notes

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 20:47:33 +0000

Talk about laughing all the way to the bank. As if having a Knight of the Realm in your band weren't honor enough, the Beatles and the Rolling Stones are among the celebrities under consideration to appear on a new 10 pound note that is soon to be issued by the Bank of England.

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.

Rolling Stones Deliver Rocking Good Time at Hurricane Sandy 12-12-12 Benefit

Chad Childers — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 04:39:57 +0000

It was a brief performance, but the Rolling Stones left fans thoroughly rocked at the 12-12-12 benefit at New York's Madison Square Garden Wednesday night. Mick Jagger and the band provided a club-like party atmosphere for their two-song performance.

Watch Mick Jagger Deliver 'The Late Show With David Letterman' Top 10 List

Chad Childers — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 17:05:57 +0000

The Rolling Stones' Mick Jagger has played the Ed Sullivan Theater many times before, but this time the vocalist returned for a bit of comedy rather than music. Jagger, who has been in the New York area for the Rolling Stones 50th anniversary performances, dropped by 'The Late Show With David Letterman' Tuesday night (Dec. 11) to provide a Top 10 list.

Mick Jagger Remembers 'A Simpler America' in Wake of CIA Scandal

Chad Childers — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 16:00:49 +0000

The Rolling Stones are back in America to promote their new film 'Crossfire Hurricane,' and while speaking to reporters at the premiere, singer Mick Jagger used the platform to make a joke about the demise of former CIA director David Petraeus.

Rolling Stones Reflect On What Brought Them Together on 'Today' Show

Chad Childers — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 17:30:28 +0000

The Rolling Stones are celebrating 50 years in music, and you don't get to that stage without doing something right. The group dropped by the NBC's 'Today' show on Thursday morning (Nov. 15) to reflect on what initially drew them together and where fame has taken them.

Check Out the New Rolling Stones Song 'One More Shot'

Landon King — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 15:53:36 +0000

The Rolling Stones have released another new song called 'One More Shot'. It's the second of two new songs from their greatest hits box set "GRRR!", which hits stores on Tuesday.

Rolling Stones Rock Small Paris Club Show

Jeff Giles — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 13:48:07 +0000

Last night (Oct. 25), the Rolling Stones ended a five-year absence from the concert stage -- and while most of us weren't able to be there, the set list from the show has been posted for our perusal.

Mick Jagger's Daughter Lizzy Poses Nude with Fish

Jeff Giles — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 15:44:35 +0000

Understanding that overfishing is a serious problem in today's world -- and that the easiest way to raise awareness for a cause is to convince pretty girls to take off their clothes in support of it -- Mick Jagger's 28-year-old daughter Lizzy has taken it all off for Fishlove.

Rolling Stones, Joe Cocker Songs Appear in 'Flight' Trailer

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 16:10:15 +0000

The upcoming Denzel Washington movie ‘Flight’ is already one of the most hotly-anticipated films of the year, and a trailer for the flick reveals not only a stellar cast and story, but some great classic rock tracks, too. The two-and-a-half-minute clip starts off with the signature opening piano riff from Joe Cocker’s ‘Feelin’ Alright,’ and [...]

The Top 100 Rolling Stones Songs

Landon King — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 18:36:27 +0000

Yesterday, The Rolling Stones celebrated the 50th anniversary of their first concert at London's Marquee Club in 1962. In honor of that, UltimateClassicRock.com has put out a list of The Top 100 Rolling Stones Songs. See the Top 10 on the next page!