Andrew Loog Oldham, manager of The Rolling Stones, played a crucial role in their emergence as a rock ‘n’ roll icon by shaping their image and sound. His influence extended beyond the band, impacting the broader music industry significantly.
Keith Richards humorously identifies as a “self-employed entertainer” on his 1976 passport, embodying a grounded, irreverent humor that defies rock star glamor. This phrase reflects not just his unique identity but also the rebellious spirit of The Rolling Stones, emphasizing a lifestyle that prioritizes freedom and personal expression over conformity.
Brian Jones, founding member of the Rolling Stones, expressed a complex relationship with fame, stating he enjoyed it with reservations and felt artistically unfulfilled. His struggle highlights the tension between creativity and commercial success, revealing the emotional disconnect many artists experience despite their public acclaim. His legacy embodies this search for deeper expression.
Rolling Stones Quotes: Jagger Talks Women in 1975 “People always give me this bit about us being a macho band and I always ask them to give me examples. Under My Thumb… […]
Rolling Stones Quotes: Keith Richards Chasing His Sound “Some people want to play the guitar, others are looking for a sound. I was looking for a sound. When playing guitar, I always […]
Rolling Stones Quotes: Mick Jagger about the recording of ‘Exile On Main St.’ (1972) “It’s difficult to define limits about who wrote what. Even if I write something on my own, Charlie […]
Rolling Stones Quotes: Mick Jagger about rock’n’roll (1974) “Rock’n’roll is an adolescent medium. When you don’t feel like adolescent, you stop. I still feel like an adolescent three days a week.” *Click […]
Rolling Stones Quotes: Mick Jagger about the recording of the ‘Emotional Rescue’ album “‘Emotional Rescue’ was me and Charlie and Woody. It was towards the end of the sessions and I don’t […]
Bill Wyman on being as a bass player “I’m not an upfront person. Being upfront is not my forte. I’m quite happy to stay in the back there with the drums, where […]
Rolling Stones tour comparison: Jagger Compares Continents “The audience in America tends to be pretty old. That’s a result of all kinds of factors I don’t have any control over, really. In […]
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