In 1972, Time magazine gave The Rolling Stones’ explosive U.S. tour a curious mythological name: “The Triumph of Marsyas.” Here’s what prompted it.
The Rolling Stones and the Triumph of Marsyas: The 1972 Tour
The Rolling Stones in 1977: Mick and Keith Mouth Off as Ronnie Wood Lives It Up
In 1977 The Rolling Stones give the press plenty to chew on as Mick, Keith and Ronnie Wood navigate legal trouble, headlines, relationships and a band in transition.
The Rolling Stones in 1976: The Swiss Deal and a Tour Full of Chaos
In 1976 The Rolling Stones hit Europe with Ronnie Wood, Black and Blue swagger and a tour where even Switzerland came with its own headline.
When Mick Jagger Became a Film Star in 1969
In 1969, Mick Jagger traded the stage for the movie set, playing an Australian outlaw in Ned Kelly—and the British press suddenly had a new title for him: film star.
Wild Times with The Rolling Stones in Australia 1973
Nearly 35,000 fans screamed for The Rolling Stones in 1973, while newspapers went wild too. Here’s how the Stones conquered Australia and New Zealand.
The Rolling Stones on Their Debut Album (1964): “We Are Pleased”
In 1964, The Rolling Stones were asked what they thought of their debut album—just as it knocked The Beatles from the top of the charts.
The Rolling Stones 1975: Inside the Jagger Juggernaut in Chicago
The Rolling Stones hit Chicago in 1975 with a silver lotus, giant balloons, Ronnie Wood and buckets of water. The Chicago Tribune had plenty to say.
The Rolling Stones’ Biggest Failure? The 1965 Disaster Nobody Expected
The Rolling Stones seemed unstoppable in 1965—until one ambitious move turned into a surprisingly costly failure that history largely forgot.
The Rolling Stones Book (1964-1966): The Monthly Publication Every Fan Wanted
Before fan sites and social media, one monthly magazine offered the closest thing to backstage access. Discover why only 30 issues became prized collector’s items.
“The Stones Are Rolling Again!”: How The Rolling Stones Found Their Groove Again in 1968
Court cases, new offices, and a fresh musical direction—1968 found The Rolling Stones creating through chaos. The story behind The Stones Are Rolling Again! is richer than expected.
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