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The Rolling Stones Joined by Katy Perry for 'Beast of Burden' During Las Vegas Show

Jeff Giles — Mon, 13 May 2013 14:09:18 +0000

The growing list of special guests that have been welcomed to the stage for the Rolling Stones' '50 and Counting' tour added another big name on Saturday (May 11), when the band was joined by multiplatinum pop star Katy Perry for a special duet rendition of 'Beast of Burden.'

Rolling Stones Joined by Mick Taylor, Bonnie Raitt, and John Fogerty at San Jose Concert

Jeff Giles — Thu, 09 May 2013 17:33:43 +0000

The Rolling Stones pulled into San Jose, Calif. last night (May 8) for a stop on their ’50 and Counting’ tour, and they brought along some pretty special guests for company. The show, which found the band running through a brisk 22-song set list that was understandably heavy on the hits, also treated the crowd [...]

Rolling Stones Exhibit at Rock Hall Offers '50 Years of Satisfaction'

Jeff Giles — Wed, 08 May 2013 12:56:57 +0000

As if you needed another reason to head to Cleveland over Memorial Day weekend, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has just announced what sounds like a stellar new Rolling Stones exhibit opening May 24 -- 'Rolling Stones: 50 Years of Satisfaction,' offering what a press release promises will be "the Museum’s first major exhibition capturing the band’s legendary career spanning more than 50 years."

Rolling Stones Tour Reportedly Facing Slow Ticket Sales

Ken Kelley — Mon, 06 May 2013 15:09:27 +0000

Could the days of Rolling Stones concerts instantly setting box office records be numbered? While the Stones have always enjoyed robust sales on their prior tours, the Guardian is reporting that tickets to the group's highly anticipated '50 And Counting' tour aren't moving quite as fast as the group may have hoped.

Rolling Stones Rumored to Play 'Fewer Than 20′ 2013 U.S. Shows

Jeff Giles — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 17:47:33 +0000

The Rolling Stones took a “less is more” approach to celebrating their 50th anniversary, with two new songs and a handful of live shows — and it looks like they’ll be keeping a relatively low profile in 2013, too. Billboard reports that the band will be visiting North American arenas during the first half of [...]

Mick Jagger Peeved About New Rolling Stones-Inspired Memoir

Jeff Giles — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 15:48:17 +0000

The Rolling Stones have unleashed a torrent of merchandising tie-ins over the years, but that doesn't mean they're down with any old piece of Stones-related product. Just ask Mick Jagger, who's currently annoyed with the band's former financial adviser, Prince Rupert Loewenstein, over Loewenstein's plans to publish a memoir about his time in their employ.

Watch the Full Rolling Stones 'Sympathy for the Devil' Super Bowl Commercial

Jeff Giles — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 10:22:15 +0000

We're used to advertisers going all out in their Super Bowl ads, and this year's Mercedes spot doesn't disappoint, offering up cameos from Willem Dafoe, Kate Upton, and Usher, all set to the soundtrack of the Rolling Stones' 'Sympathy for the Devil.'

46 Years Ago: The Rolling Stones Forced to 'Spend Some Time' With Ed Sullivan

Dave Swanson — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 18:12:12 +0000

As tough as they wanted to appear, the gritty punch of the Rolling Stones was no match for the power of Ed Sullivan. On Jan. 15, 1967, The Stones were all set to grace the Sullivan stage for their fourth appearance when they ran into a snag.

Rolling Stones Weighing 'Quite a Few Offers' for 2013 Tour Dates

Billy Dukes — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 15:48:21 +0000

It seems almost certain the Rolling Stones will return to the road in 2013, but even the band isn't sure when or where. Rumored appearances at Coachella in April appear to be just that at this point. But Mick Jagger and Keith Richards both indicate they won't be pulling a Led Zeppelin by teasing fans with a December show only to disappear for five years.

Rolling Stones Joined by Bruce Springsteen, Mick Taylor and Many More for Final 2012 Concert

Matthew Wilkening — Sun, 16 Dec 2012 12:04:39 +0000

Seemingly everyone with a valid record contract joined the Rolling Stones onstage last night ( Dec. 15) for the final concert of their 2012 mini-tour, including Bruce Springsteen, former Stones guitarist Mick Taylor, the Black Keys, Lady Gaga and several others.

Watch Mick Jagger Deliver 'The Late Show With David Letterman' Top 10 List

Chad Childers — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 17:05:57 +0000

The Rolling Stones' Mick Jagger has played the Ed Sullivan Theater many times before, but this time the vocalist returned for a bit of comedy rather than music. Jagger, who has been in the New York area for the Rolling Stones 50th anniversary performances, dropped by 'The Late Show With David Letterman' Tuesday night (Dec. 11) to provide a Top 10 list.

Rolling Stones Add Bruce Springsteen, Lady Gaga and the Black Keys to Dec. 15 Pay-Per-View Event

Billy Dukes — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 16:36:14 +0000

The $40 price tag on the Rolling Stones upcoming pay-per-view concert is looking more like a bargain after the band announced Bruce Springsteen, Lady Gaga and the Black Keys would make appearances. The Dec. 15 special will air live from the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. It's the final stop on their "50 and Counting" tour stop for 2012.

Rolling Stones' 'Crossfire Hurricane' Documentary Set For DVD Release

Dave Swanson — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 21:15:48 +0000

'Crossfire Hurricane,' the new documentary on the Rolling Stones, will be headed to DVD and Blu-Ray release early next year. Directed by Brett Morgen, the highly acclaimed documentary premiered last month in select theaters as well as multiple airings on HBO. The film features lots of rare and previously unseen footage along with interviews with Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, Ronnie Wood and former Stones Bill Wyman and Mick Taylor, as well as the late Brian Jones.

Eric Clapton to Jam With Rolling Stones

Dave Lifton — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 22:36:30 +0000

Folks who shelled out their life savings to attend the Rolling Stones' first concert in London on Sunday (Nov. 25) may have had an incredible time, but they're about to start complaining. Word is that Eric Clapton will be sitting in with the group for tomorrow night's show.

Rolling Stones Release '82 Show + iPhone App

Dave Lifton — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 19:42:11 +0000

The Rolling Stones have released the latest in their Stones Archive series of classic concerts. Last month saw the group put out a 2005 club date from Toronto, and the newest show available for download is their July 25, 1982 performance at Roundhay Park in Leeds.

One of the Greatest Bands in History Set to Perform in London + U.S, Again! [VIDEO]

Rick St. Nick — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 15:38:13 +0000

For "Poltergeist" fans, you shall never forget the one line in the movie that defined its legacy, when little Carol Anne Fleming played by Heather O'Rourke calmly stated "...they're back".

Well, guess who else...is back. Here's a clue -- they have Shattered many music records, and when asked about their history, have responded by saying It's Only Rock n' Roll. To hear them talk about Angie, that She's So Cold, is nothing more than an Emotional Rescue of feelings.

Rolling Stones Featured in 'Mad Men' Plot

Dave Lifton — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 18:56:11 +0000

Despite the series taking place in the ’60s, rock music has barely featured in the stories of AMC’s ‘Mad Men.’ But on Sunday (April 1) night’s episode, the world’s greatest rock and roll band were an integral part of one of the subplots. Early in the show, which is set in the summer of 1966, [...]

Rolling Stones To Release 50th Anniversary Documentary

Dave Lifton — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 20:22:49 +0000

Rolling Stones fans may not get the 50th anniversary tour that they were hoping for in 2012, but they can take consolation in knowing that they will get a different – and cheaper – glimpse of the band through a new documentary. The film, which has no official title yet, will have its premiere at the band’s 50th anniversary celebrations in September and will be released through Eagle Rock Entertainment.

No Anniversary Tour for the Rolling Stones

Jen Austin — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 12:23:31 +0000

Rollling Stones fans have been waiting to see if 2012 will bring an anniversary tour, and the answer came this week. Nope!

The band has revealed it's just not ready. Cuz after 50 years, if there's one thing you need it's more practice! The Stones have left open the possibility of a new tour down the road, just not now. There are some other new projects in the works.

Ronnie Wood Offers More Hints About Stones Tour

Jen Austin — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 14:01:04 +0000

Are they going to tour, or not? The Rolling Stones are celebrating their 50th anniversary as a band this year, and they’ve been offering a lot of hints that they’ll hit the road for another tour. The last road trip came in 2007. Ronnie Wood has offered more hints that the Stones are on the [...]