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The Rolling Stones in the press: Keith Richards interview 1977
A Keith Richards interview from 1977? That was definitely a turbulent year for Keith Richards. It was a time of personal and professional chaos, yet it also marked some of the most defining moments of his career and his life. On the personal front, Keith was battling serious addiction issues, and his lifestyle was catching up with him. In February 1977, he was arrested in Toronto for possession of heroin, a moment that sent shockwaves through the music world. The arrest came after the infamous Canadian police raid at his hotel room, and it was a stark reminder of the rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle that had both elevated and nearly destroyed him.
On top of the legal trouble, Keith was struggling with the internal dynamics of the Rolling Stones. The band’s relationships were increasingly strained, and the tension between him and Mick Jagger seemed to reach an all-time high. Mick’s growing desire to be the face of the band was rubbing Keith the wrong way, creating a rift that would continue for years. This pressure was only intensified by the band’s struggles with the aftermath of the Exile on Main St. period and the transition into new musical directions.
But despite all the chaos, Keith Richards somehow kept going. While 1977 was chaotic and filled with challenges, it was also a time of creative energy for him. The Stones were in the studio working on Some Girls, which would become one of their most successful albums. Keith’s resilience, both as a musician and as a person, helped carry him through this difficult period. It was a year that defined him—not just for the struggles, but for his ability to survive and keep creating through it all.
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