The Rolling Stones

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The Rolling Stones are an English rock band formed in London in 1962. They are one of the most enduring and influential bands in the history of rock music. The original lineup consisted of Brian Jones (guitar, harmonica), Mick Jagger (lead vocals), Keith Richards (guitar, vocals), Bill Wyman (bass guitar), Charlie Watts (drums), and Ian Stewart (piano). Stewart was removed from the official lineup in 1963 but continued as the band's road manager and occasional keyboardist until his death in 1985. Jones was dismissed from the band in June 1969 and died less than a month later. He was replaced by Mick Taylor, who left in 1974 and was succeeded by Ronnie Wood. Wyman retired in 1993, and Darryl Jones has been the primary bassist since then, although he is not an official member.

The band's early music was rooted in blues, R&B, and rock and roll, and they are credited with being a leading force in the British Invasion of the United States in the mid-1960s. The Rolling Stones' first major hit, "Satisfaction" (1965), is considered one of the defining tracks of the era. As the band's music evolved, they incorporated a variety of genres, including country music, psychedelic rock, and eventually ventured into hard rock and punk rock.

The Rolling Stones have released 30 studio albums, 23 live albums, and numerous compilations. Some of their most acclaimed albums include Let It Bleed (1969), Sticky Fingers (1971), Exile on Main St. (1972), and Some Girls (1978). Their hits, such as "Paint It Black," "Jumpin' Jack Flash," "Honky Tonk Women," and "Angie," have become iconic.

The band has been the subject of numerous documentaries and has received many awards, including three Grammy Awards and a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. The Rolling Stones were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1989 and the UK Music Hall of Fame in 2004.

Despite changes in their lineup and the music industry, The Rolling Stones have continued to tour and record new music. Their influence on rock music and popular culture is immeasurable, and they remain a significant presence in the music world.

Legacy and Influence

The Rolling Stones' influence on rock music and popular culture is profound. They helped to define the rebellious spirit of the 1960s and have inspired countless bands and artists across various music genres. Their approach to music, which emphasized authenticity, musical innovation, and a refusal to conform to commercial pressures, has made them icons of the counterculture movement.

Band Members

• Mick Jagger – lead vocals, harmonica (1962–present)
• Keith Richards – guitar, vocals (1962–present)
• Charlie Watts – drums (1962–2021)
• Ronnie Wood – guitar (1975–present)
• Darryl Jones – bass guitar (1993–present; not an official member)

Discography

• The Rolling Stones (1964)
• Let It Bleed (1969)
• Sticky Fingers (1971)
• Exile on Main St. (1972)
• Some Girls (1978)

Awards and Honors

• Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (1989)
• Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award

See Also

• British Invasion
• Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
• List of best-selling music artists