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Rolling Stones on video: Ronnie Wood’s The Works book tour interviews
In 1987 Ronnie released his book The Works – Paintings And Drawings, with texts by Bill German. Here’s a nice collection of TV interviews (incl. the David Letterman show) from 1987/1988 to promote the book.
Ronnie Wood’s The Works (1987) is a fantastic collection of his paintings and drawings, offering a unique glimpse into his life as both a musician and an artist. More than just an art book, it’s a visual autobiography filled with personal commentary, humor, and behind-the-scenes stories from his years with The Faces, The Rolling Stones, and beyond.
The book showcases Wood’s portraits of legendary musicians, including Keith Richards, Mick Jagger, Rod Stewart, Bob Dylan, and John Lennon. But it doesn’t stop there—his art also explores themes like fame, excess, jail, and the rock and roll lifestyle, all captured with his distinctive style. Whether he’s illustrating the chaos of touring, the energy of a live performance, or the wear and tear of the road, his work reflects the raw spirit of rock music.
Divided into engaging chapters, The Works takes readers through Ronnie’s journey—from his early days leaving home to his time with The Faces and then becoming part of the “world’s greatest rock & roll band.” Other sections dive into his adventures around the world, life on and off the stage with the Stones, and the realities of fame, excess, and survival in the music industry. Chapters like Some Girls, Stars & Scars, and So You Wanna Be a Rock & Roll Star hint at the wild stories inside.
For fans of Ronnie Wood, The Rolling Stones, or rock art in general, The Works is a must-have. It’s a colorful, candid, and sometimes chaotic look at a rock star’s life—told through his own hand-drawn perspective.
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