Happy birthday, Keith Richards! Born to rock and roll in 1943, part human, part riff machine, and 100% legend. Keep strumming, Keef!
Happy Birthday Keith Richards! Part 4: The ’90s (64 photos)
Happy Birthday Keith Richards! Part 3: The ’80s (79 photos)
Happy birthday Keith Richards! Part 3 December 18, 1943: Born in Dartford, Kent, at Livingstone Hospital, Keith Richards enters the world, son of Doris and Herbert Richards. Later dubbed “The Human Riff,” […]
Happy Birthday Keith Richards! Part 2: The ’70s (104 photos)
Happy birthday Keith Richards! Part 2 December 18, 1943: Keith Richards is born to Doris and Herbert Richards at Livingstone Hospital in Dartford, Kent. Known to the world as “The Human Riff,” […]
Happy Birthday Keith Richards! Part 1: Childhood and the ’60s (64 photos)
Happy birthday Keith Richards! Part 1 December 18, 1943: Keith Richards, born on this day to Doris and Herbert Richards (at Livingstone Hospital, in Dartford, Kent, England) aka ‘The Human Riff’, guitarist, […]
Keith Richards on Rolling Stones Fans: “When You’re…”
Keith Richards emphasizes that Rolling Stones fans provide essential energy rather than mere applause. Maintaining balance and authenticity is crucial to harnessing this support without succumbing to ego, fostering a lasting connection.
The Rolling Stones: Life as Rock’s Bad Boys
Keith Richards reflects on the Rolling Stones’ transformation from harmless entertainers to “bad boys,” emphasizing societal perception and the weight of this label, which shaped their future and reputation.
Keith Richards: A Rebel’s Journey from Art to Rock’n’Roll
Keith Richards attended Sidcup Art College after being expelled from Dartford Technical School. He felt constrained by society, ultimately rejecting a career in advertising after his experiences there.
Keith Richards and Others, ‘Green Onions’, Hall of Fame 1992
On January 15, 1992, Keith Richards honored Leo Fender at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, inducting him and performing with legendary musicians in an unforgettable night celebrating rock history.
Mick Jagger and Keith Richards on Meeting Each Other
Mick Jagger and Keith Richards formed a friendship as neighborhood kids, sharing adventures before fame. Their bond, rooted in proximity and shared dreams, became the foundation for their legendary partnership.
Keith Richards Remembers the Altamont Incident
Keith Richards recalled seeing chaos unfold before them, realizing security had failed. He stopped playing to prevent a riot, trying to divert attention from the Hells Angels without knowing someone had died.
