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Mick Jagger Says A Keith Richards Apology Was a 'Prerequisite' to Touring

Billy Dukes — Wed, 08 May 2013 15:11:14 +0000

Keith Richards' memoir of his life and the life of the Rolling Stones revealed some things about the band and Mick Jagger that the frontman didn't care for. In a recent interview Jagger calls an apology from Richards a "prerequisite," while Richards shares he doesn't regret a thing.

Steven Tyler Says Mick Jagger Comparisons Hurt

Nick DeRiso — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 23:25:20 +0000

After 40 years with Aerosmith, Steven Tyler takes the long view on the group's well-documented ups and downs. He's comfortable with what the band have achieved in their career together. But that doesn't mean the unfavorable comparisons to Mick Jagger from early in his career don't still sting.

Joe Walsh 'Cooking Up Something' With Mick Jagger, Ringo Starr + More

Billy Dukes — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 22:58:49 +0000

It’s not clear what Joe Walsh is working on exactly, but the lineup he’s assembled is certainly intriguing. The Eagles guitarist teased fans with a photo that indicates something very cool will be coming soon. “Cooking up something here at Capitol Records,” Walsh said on Facebook on Friday (March 8). “I think you’ll like it.” Pictured (from [...]

Mick Jagger Peeved About New Rolling Stones-Inspired Memoir

Jeff Giles — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:53:17 +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.

20 Years Ago: Mick Jagger's 'Wandering Spirit' Released

Matthew Wilkening — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 17:58:06 +0000

It took him three tries, but on Feb. 8, 1993 Mick Jagger finally released a solo album Rolling Stones fans could fully get behind: ‘Wandering Spirit.’ On his previous two efforts — 1985′s ‘She’s the Boss’ and 1987′s ‘Primitive Cool’ — Jagger was seemingly too concerned with reaching a wider, pop-loving audience. Perhaps this was [...]

Mick Jagger's Secret Love Letters to Actress Auctioned for $300K

Billy Dukes — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 18:12:33 +0000

Love letters written by Mick Jagger to American actress Marsha Hunt during the summer of 1969 have been auctioned by Sothebys for more than twice the expected sum. An unidentified buyer paid over $300K for 10 passionate, revealing letters that came during a time of much turbulence for the Rolling Stones frontman.

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.

Newsflash: Mick Jagger and Keith Richards Have a Complicated Relationship

Dave Lifton — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 21:56:58 +0000

Yes, we know that's hardly the most shocking headline you'll read today, but, with 50 years of being inextricably linked together, Mick Jagger and Keith Richards simultaneously love and hate each other. In a new interview, the Glimmer Twins open up about the true and complex nature of their relationship that makes the Rolling Stones so fascinating..

Mick Jagger Says One Direction are Like the Rolling Stones

Dave Lifton — Sat, 17 Nov 2012 16:26:41 +0000

Musical genres come and go, but one thing has remained constant throughout the years: adoring fans who want to take their idols apart. In a new interview, Mick Jagger says that he sees a connection between the Rolling Stones and England's newest hitmakers, One Direction.

Mick Jagger To Host Season Finale Of SNL Tonight [VIDEO]

Jon Michaels — Sun, 20 May 2012 00:44:20 +0000

The 37th season finale of Saturday Night Live will be hosted by Mick Jagger tonight on NBC. Jagger will be performing on the show with Jeff Beck, the Foo Fighters and Arcade Fire.

Cover Of The Day- Van Halen Dances In The Street [VIDEO]

Nick Perkins — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:43:36 +0000

I have never heard of this cover before, but I absolutely love it. Mostly this is due to David Lee Roth's awesome synth-playing, but the whole song is fantastic. I loved the original and I love Van Halen, so now it's like my two worlds have collided into one awesome song.

Mick Jagger Sends Fans A Holiday Card – Pic of the Week

Dave Swanson — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 18:38:31 +0000

Mick Jagger is always on the move! This Rolling Stone really doesn’t gather any moss! With a hectic 2011 nearly behind him, he took a moment to thank his fans and wish well to one and all. You can read his message right here. (Wow, he even writes like a rich guy, huh?)

Rolling Stones Mick Jagger, Keith Richards Talk About 'Some Girls' Punk Influences

Billy Dukes — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 18:16:14 +0000

The Rolling Stones continue to revisit stories and memories from the making of ‘Some Girls’ in honor of the recent re-release of the 1978 album. In a new interview Mick Jagger and Keith Richards talk about how punk music influenced the project.

Stones Concert Film Coming To Theatres In October

Jon Michaels — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 12:45:24 +0000

The Rolling Stones aren't doing a thing and are still part of the everyday music conversation. Next year will be their 50th Anniversary, Keith Richards and fans are itching for a 50th Anniversary tour.

Mick Jagger Goes "Superheavy" [VIDEO]

Jon Michaels — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 12:45:44 +0000

The Rolling Stones have been on quite a break from their last tour. Autobiographies, movie roles but no new music. Keith Richards has done some music with the Xpensive Winos. Recently news broke that Mick Jagger was forming a Super-Group with Dave Stewart, Damian Marley,Joss Stone and A.R. Rahman. “Super-Heavy” is this creation, although the artist [...]

Mick Jagger At The Grammys [PHOTOS]

Tom McCarthy — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 17:55:35 +0000

Mick Jagger performed live at the 53rd Annual Grammys at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. Here are some shots from the show.

Mick Jagger's First Performance Ever At 53rd Grammy Awards [Video]

Jon Michaels — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 15:59:57 +0000

Hard to believe last night was his first ever performance at the Grammys. Mick is one of the greatest entertainers of all time, and proved he can still command a stage and rock with the best of any era and time. Lady Gaga had quite an interesting night, the “egg” entrance was truly unique, but then,again she was” [...]

The River Remembers – February 9, 1993 – Jagger Releases 'Wandering Spirit'

Nick Perkins — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 17:25:38 +0000

The Rolling Stones are, arguably, one of the greatest rock and roll bands of all time. Concerts, television appearances, record sales, and of course, lots and lots of women- The Stones led the way in them all, truly leaving no stone unturned. But on this day, in 1993, Stones front man Mick Jagger released his [...]