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Today in Rolling Stones history: January 2

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January 2 traces a fascinating arc through Rolling Stones history, blending ambition, loyalty, and rock’n’roll ritual. In 1964, Andrew Loog Oldham playfully mythologized the band with There Are But Five Rolling Stones, backed by the group and their spiritual anchor, Ian Stewart. By 1965, Bill Wyman was already shaping sounds behind the scenes as a producer. In 1967, Mick Jagger lent his touch to Chris Farlowe, while the Stones gathered for Stu’s wedding—proof that family still mattered. Two decades later, Ronnie Wood’s lavish 1985 wedding embodied rock excess and devotion. Even lawsuits followed, because with the Stones, nothing is ever quiet.

January 2, 1964: The Andrew Oldham Orchestra records the song There Are But Five Rolling Stones (Mike Leander/Andrew Oldham) at Regent Sound Studios, London, with the Stones and Stu as backing group

Jan. 2 1965: Bill Wyman produces a demo recording session for two bands, Bobbie Miller & The Herd and The Prowlers at R.G. Jones Studios, Morden, England

Jan. 2, 1967: Release of Chris Farlowe’s My Way Of Giving / You’re So Good For Me (side B produced by Mick Jagger)

Jan. 2, 1967: The five Stones attend Stu‘s wedding to Cynthia Gaisford

Jan. 2, 1985: Ronnie Wood marries his English model, TV personality, and entrepreneur girlfriend Josephine Karslake in Buckinghamshire, England. Guests included Keith, Bill, Charlie, Rod Stewart, Peter Frampton, Jeff Beck and Ringo Starr, among others They divorced in 2009. Ronnie married Jo in a private ceremony attended by family and close friends. Jo, a former model, became an integral part of Ronnie’s life, supporting him through his career with The Rolling Stones and personal challenges.

Their wedding marked the beginning of a relationship filled with shared adventures, ups and downs, and deep devotion. The couple became a beloved fixture in the rock’n’roll world, often appearing at events and on tour together. Over the years, Jo’s presence was a grounding force in Ronnie’s life, helping him navigate the pressures of fame and his struggles with addiction. The union lasted for over two decades, making their relationship one of the more enduring partnerships in rock history. Their story remains an emblem of love and resilience amidst the whirlwind of the music industry.

January 2, 1986: Jamaican reggae singer Patrick Alley attempts to sue Mick over the song Just Another Night, which Alley claims he had recorded in 1979.

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