In 1994, Keith Richards didn’t see The Rolling Stones as a band simply surviving. He saw something stranger: the Stones starting all over again.
The Rolling Stones Were “Starting Again”: Keith Richards’ 1994 Revelation
The Rolling Stones: Keith Richards’ Rare Praise for Mick Jagger (2009)
Keith Richards rarely gets sentimental, making his 2009 words about Mick Jagger especially interesting. Discover the surprising respect behind The Rolling Stones’ longest-running partnership.
The Rolling Stones in 1974: Keith Richards on the Spring Sessions
What were The Rolling Stones really like in the studio during spring 1974? Keith Richards offers a revealing glimpse into the sessions, the atmosphere, and what happened behind the scenes.
The Rolling Stones’ ‘Far Away Eyes’: Keith Richards on the Merle Haggard Connection (1978)
Keith Richards heard more than a joke in ‘Far Away Eyes’. He suspected Mick Jagger’s love of Merle Haggard was hiding in plain sight.
The Rolling Stones’ ‘Tattoo You’: Keith Richards on How It Was Made (1981)
Keith Richards reveals how The Rolling Stones turn unfinished tracks from earlier sessions into Tattoo You—an album assembled from the vault when time for something new runs out.
Keith Richards on Making December’s Children and Aftermath in 10 Days
Keith Richards recalls making December’s Children and Aftermath in roughly 10 days, while taking on work Brian Jones normally handled. Pressure, apparently, was the production method.
Unpacking Keith Richards’ Passport: A Quote from 1976
Keith Richards’ passport became an unexpectedly revealing subject in 1976, offering a glimpse into the strange complications of traveling the world as a Rolling Stone.
Keith Richards’ Studio Secrets with The Rolling Stones
Keith Richards emphasizes the importance of spontaneity in rock music, advocating for a creative environment in studios that fosters imagination, allowing for unexpected moments that transform ordinary songs into memorable experiences.
Keith Richards on the Inspiration for ‘Jumpin’ Jack Flash’
Keith Richards recalls how ‘Jumpin’ Jack Flash’ was inspired by the sound of his gardener’s heavy boots. This random moment led to an iconic rock anthem created by sleep-deprived creativity.
The Rolling Stones: How They Defined the Rock ‘n’ Roll Outlaw Persona
The Rolling Stones didn’t set out to be rock’s premier outlaws; the world simply decided they were. Discover how a convenient media label forced the band to pick a side.
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