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Mick, Keith and Ronnie interviews plus Memory Motel rehearsal
*From Stones Tour ’94: Final Rehearsal, hosted by Dan Aykroyd, VH-1, US TV, July 31 1994
The Rolling Stones on TV: Memory Motel Rehearsal and 1994 Interviews
Broadcast on July 31, 1994, as part of a VH-1 special titled Stones Tour ’94: Final Rehearsal, this rare TV segment gave fans a unique, behind-the-scenes look at the Rolling Stones just before launching their massive Voodoo Lounge world tour. Hosted by Dan Aykroyd, the program combined candid interviews with intimate rehearsal footage—highlighting the band’s laid-back chemistry and musical focus.
One of the standout moments in the special is the Stones’ rehearsal of Memory Motel, a poignant track originally released on their 1976 Black and Blue album. With Mick Jagger and Keith Richards trading off vocals, the rehearsal version is raw yet full of emotion, capturing the essence of the song’s reflective mood. Watching the band run through it in a casual setting adds a special layer of authenticity and charm.
In between songs, Aykroyd chats with Mick, Keith, and Ronnie Wood. The interviews are lighthearted but insightful, touching on the tour’s preparations, musical direction, and the band’s ever-evolving dynamic. It’s a moment frozen in time—an era when the Stones were adjusting to the post–Bill Wyman lineup while gearing up to once again conquer the stadium circuit. (Ref. Rolling Stones Memory Motel video)
The special also includes glimpses of the larger production coming together, from stage setup to crew interactions. Rather than a polished promo, the show feels relaxed and spontaneous, giving fans a genuine peek into the band’s world at a pivotal point in their career getting ready to launch a new tour, a must-watch for any dedicated Stones follower. (Ref. Rolling Stones Memory Motel video)
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