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January 19 pops up again and again in Rolling Stones history like a quiet footnote that turns out to matter. From early UK theatre dates to career-shaping alliances, this day captures the band’s wider orbit before, during, and beyond the Stones themselves. It’s a date where paths crossed, sounds evolved, and future legends were quietly being forged. Ronnie Wood was redefining himself inside the Jeff Beck Group, learning lessons that would later fuel the Stones’ rhythm engine, while years later Keith Richards dipped back into London’s blues bloodstream with Alexis Korner. Different years, same date—each moment adding another layer to the Stones’ ever-expanding story.
January 19, 1963: Sandover Hall, Richmond, England (with Ricky Fenson on bass and Carlo Little on drums)
Jan. 19, 1964: Coventry Theatre, Coventry, England (2 shows)
January 19, 1967: It was around that day that Ronnie Wood joined The Jeff Beck Group (along with Rod Stewart) as bass player. Before joining the Rolling Stones, Ronnie Wood played bass in the legendary Jeff Beck Group. Formed in 1967, this band was a powerhouse of talent, blending rock, blues, and psychedelia. Alongside Wood, the lineup eventually included Jeff Beck, one of the most innovative guitarists of the time, and Rod Stewart, whose distinctive vocals would later bring him solo fame. Ronnie’s basslines added depth to the group’s groundbreaking sound, showcased in albums like Truth (1968) and Beck-Ola (1969). These records are often regarded as precursors to hard rock and heavy metal.
Wood’s stint with The Jeff Beck Group highlighted his versatility and cemented his reputation as a dynamic musician. His rhythmic foundation complemented Beck’s fiery guitar work, creating a synergy that influenced many future rock acts. This period was crucial in shaping Ronnie’s musical identity, paving the way for his iconic role with the Rolling Stones.
Ronnie: “I suppose Jeff was one of my best friends, even though he was in another band. When he left The Yardbirds, my group had already wilted and was just about to fold, so that’s when we got together. Some people thought, ‘Oh, you can’t go to bass, it’s an inferior instrument if you’re a guitarist’, but it’s the other way around. I’m really glad I had that training on bass, because when I went back to guitar I had whole new viewpoint.”
January 19, 1975: Keith takes part in a recording session led by Alexis Korner at CBS Studios in London, England, working on the Stones’ Get Off Of My Cloud. During the session, he played guitar and also shared some vocals with Korner on the cover version of the song, which went on to give its title to the album.
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