Rolling Stones: The Ultimate Guide

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The Greatest Rock’n’Roll Band in the World is not a tag most rock groups would be able to live up to, but with more than 2,000 live shows, a host of iconic and influential releases, over six decades in the game and still going strong, the Rolling Stones have more than made it their own. Inside we tell the story of their incredible journey through the decades, from their early days as a blues cover band and 1960s rock rebels to 21st century rock’n’roll royalty. Discover how Mick’s chance reunion with former friend and classmate Keith changed the rock world forever. Meet the original lineup and find out about the band’s early influences. Explore how the Stones created their own distinctive sound, continually evolving as each new ...decade and its fresh challenges rolled into view. Uncover their musical legacy and impact and how they revolutionised touring and live shows, influencing many of music’s biggest acts. And that barely scratches the surface – we also bring you stories of brushes with the law (and the taxman), tales of fallouts and fights, and, as you’d expect from Mick, Keith and the boys, a healthy smattering of sex, drugs and rock’n’roll. We’ve also ranked and rated every UK studio album – how does your favourite Rolling Stones record fare? You can’t always get what you want, but hopefully inside you’ll find everything you need. Enjoy! more