Charlie Watts, influenced by jazz rather than rock, passionately embraced the genre from a young age. His heroes included Duke Ellington and Charlie Parker, shaping his drumming career and musical path.
Charlie Watts on His Music Background
Kenneth Anger, Lucifer and The Rolling Stones (1972)
The Rolling Stones’ late-’60s collaboration with Kenneth Anger in Lucifer Rising marked a mystical, occult-influenced phase, reflecting Mick Jagger’s inner turmoil post-Altamont, ultimately shaping their cultural legacy and creative edge.
Rolling Stones: ‘Waiting on a Friend’ Early Version (1972)
‘Waiting On a Friend’, a classic by The Rolling Stones, originated during 1972 sessions in Jamaica. It evolved slowly, retaining its essence, before its 1981 release on the Tattoo You album.
Los Rolling Stones y la Emoción de ‘No Expectations’ (1968)
‘No Expectations’ de los Rolling Stones, escrita por Jagger y Richards, es una nostálgica balada blues que refleja pérdidas emocionales, destacada por la participación de Brian Jones y su guitarra slide.
The Rolling Stones Go Gospel-Blues with ‘Prodigal Son’ (1968)
Beggars Banquet marked the Stones’ return to Delta blues, with ‘Prodigal Son’ standing out as the first non-Jagger-Richards song since 1965, written by Mississippi blues-gospel legend Robert Wilkins, telling a repentant son’s story.
Rolling Stones chronology: April 4
On April 4 in Rolling Stones history, key events include studio sessions, notable performances, album releases, a Hall of Fame induction, and Mick Jagger’s heart surgery announcement.
Mick Jagger on Choosing Ronnie Wood in 1975
In 1975 The Rolling Stones welcomed Ronnie Wood, whose style and personality matched the band’s vibe, marking a significant transition after Mick Taylor’s departure and setting the stage for a lasting legacy.
The Rolling Stones Unreleased Take of ‘After Hours’ (1978)
Avery Parrish’s ‘After Hours’ is a timeless jazz standard from the 1940s, known for its intimate, calming atmosphere that invites reflection through smooth piano lines and unhurried melodies.
Los Rolling Stones y el Caos Brillante de ‘Turd on the Run’ (1972)
‘Turd on the Run’ de los Rolling Stones, grabada en un ambiente caótico, presenta un sonido crudo y energético, con letras que reflejan amargura y deseo de venganza, destacando su creatividad excepcional.
Inside The Rolling Stones’ ‘Flip the Switch’ (1997)
‘Flip the Switch’ by The Rolling Stones merges raw energy with dark themes of death, partly influenced by the 1997 Heaven’s Gate tragedy, showcasing the band’s explosive musical chemistry and lyrical depth.
