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The Rolling Stones live in Madrid 2022
June 1, 2022: Wanda Metropolitano, Madrid, Spain (No Charlie Tour) Street Fighting Man/19th Nervous Breakdown/Sad Sad Sad/Tumbling Dice/Out Of Time/Beast Of Burden/You Can’t Always Get What You Want/Living In A Ghost Town/Honky Tonk Women/Band introduction/Happy/Slipping Away/Miss You/Midnight Rambler/Start Me Up/Paint It Black/Sympathy For The Devil/Jumpin’ Jack Flash/Gimme Shelter/Satisfaction
On June 1, 2022, the Rolling Stones launched a new chapter in their storied history at Madrid’s Wanda Metropolitano Stadium. It was the opening night of their European tour—but also their first major European performance without their beloved drummer, Charlie Watts. The energy in the air was electric, yet charged with emotion. Fans packed the stadium with questions in their hearts: Can the Stones still be the Stones without Charlie?
A Tribute in Every Beat
As the band took the stage, it was clear: this night was as much a tribute as it was a celebration. From the moment the first riff rang out, Mick, Keith, and Ronnie gave it everything they had—not just for the crowd, but for Charlie. Steve Jordan, handpicked by Watts himself, held down the drums with respect and fire, honoring Charlie’s legacy without imitation. The setlist was powerful, the vibe intense. Classics hit harder than ever, charged with the weight of memory and the power of persistence.
The crowd responded not just with applause, but with deep appreciation. Madrid witnessed more than a concert that night—it was a turning point for European fans. The Stones, weathered and relentless, proved they could carry on with grace, grit, and a whole lot of soul. Charlie Watts may no longer be on stage, but his presence echoed in every beat. The Rolling Stones are still rolling— but is it really “The Stones” now?
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