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So the Rolling Stones have just announced they are going to cut a new LP.
Does anyone really care about a bunch of octogenarian (or near enough) rockers, who should have retired years ago to enjoy their fortunes?
Don't get me wrong, I'm a big Stones fan and have about a dozen of their LPs, but surely it's time to call it a day.
So the Rolling Stones have just announced they are going to cut a new LP.
Does anyone really care about a bunch of octogenarian (or near enough) rockers, who should have retired years ago to enjoy their fortunes?
Don't get me wrong, I'm a big Stones fan and have about a dozen of their LPs, but surely it's time to call it a day.
jagger is 80.... mind you mccartney is 81
Pigmy Pony
06-09-2023, 17:48
So the Rolling Stones have just announced they are going to cut a new LP.
Does anyone really care about a bunch of octogenarian (or near enough) rockers, who should have retired years ago to enjoy their fortunes?
Don't get me wrong, I'm a big Stones fan and have about a dozen of their LPs, but surely it's time to call it a day.
I disagree. They clearly don't need the money, but it's what they've always done and want to keep doing as long as they can. I would never take any notice of anyone telling me I'm too old to ride a motorbike or enjoy listening to rock music, and I see no difference here.
Of course whether the album will be much cop is another matter. Buy it, don't buy it. I probably wont, but I'm sure it will do well.
When I saw them on their "Urban Jungle" tour in 1990, I thought they looked ancient, with Keith looking like a broom handle with a skull on top, and thought then they can't go on much longer. They were late 40s then :doh:
Are they the longest running band ever? Maybe that's what they're working towards...
I disagree. They clearly don't need the money, but it's what they've always done and want to keep doing as long as they can. I would never take any notice of anyone telling me I'm too old to ride a motorbike or enjoy listening to rock music, and I see no difference here.
Of course whether the album will be much cop is another matter. Buy it, don't buy it. I probably wont, but I'm sure it will do well.
When I saw them on their "Urban Jungle" tour in 1990, I thought they looked ancient, with Keith looking like a broom handle with a skull on top, and thought then they can't go on much longer. They were late 40s then :doh:
Are they the longest running band ever? Maybe that's what they're working towards...
probably between the stones and the searchers as to longevity. think searchers are longest starting in 59, although i think only john mcnally is left of the original lineup. stones have 2 in richards and jagger. wyman would be oldest but he isnt with them ;he would be 86
Pigmy Pony
06-09-2023, 17:59
probably between the stones and the searchers as to longevity. think searchers are longest starting in 59, although i think only john mcnally is left of the original lineup. stones have 2 in richards and jagger. wyman would be oldest but he isnt with them ;he would be 86
I suppose if there is at least one founding member it qualifies. After that we're talking Trigger's broom, and won't count :)
'The Simpsons' back in 1995 thought it would be funny to joke that the Stones would still be touring in 2010
https://i.ibb.co/bsT31XS/stones.jpg (https://imgbb.com/)
ofc they predicted that Trump would become President too, that was a joke at the time as well.
On the radio it was suggested that it may be the Stones' final LP, as it includes two tracks with Charlie Watts drumming, and ends with a new cover of Muddy Waters "Like a Rolling Stone".
As Piggurs says, we shall have to wait to find out if it's any good - but I'm not holding my breath.
On the radio it was suggested that it may be the Stones' final LP, as it includes two tracks with Charlie Watts drumming, and ends with a new cover of Muddy Waters "Like a Rolling Stone".
As Piggurs says, we shall have to wait to find out if it's any good - but I'm not holding my breath.
well his last performance with stones was in 2019 afaik... not long before he died. think it was satisfaction
On the radio it was suggested that it may be the Stones' final LP, .
Yes and how many 'Farewell Tours' did Status Quo have again?
This is an LP, not a farewell tour - though that may come soon enough.
Yes and how many 'Farewell Tours' did Status Quo have again?
Ah yes - Status Quo, the only group who lived up to their name. :lol:
Guardian newspaper today says it’s their best album since 1976.
1976? That would be post 'Black and Blue'. No argument from me.
IMO, their best period was before, but including 'Exile on Main Street'.
as much as i liked some of their stuff above most in 60's and early 70's finishing with brown sugar i guess. one or 2 others i guess but its odd that i ended up liking the beatles more; maybe because they stopped at the top.
Last Stone album I have is 'Emotional Rescue' which I think is 1980
Got a live one from later but it's not very good. 'Flashpoint' or something like that.
prestonchipfryer
07-09-2023, 11:25
So the Rolling Stones have just announced they are going to cut a new LP.
Does anyone really care about a bunch of octogenarian (or near enough) rockers, who should have retired years ago to enjoy their fortunes?
Don't get me wrong, I'm a big Stones fan and have about a dozen of their LPs, but surely it's time to call it a day.
Personally, I have never been a fan of the Stones but never too old to Rock and Roll are we?
let's not forget there was a fairly brief period in the 1990s when they did pack in the rock and roll.
Michael Caine elucidates:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VTCSzP6dmmo
'Some Girls" was their flirtation with disco. Fortunately it was a passing phase.
The Black Adder
07-09-2023, 18:43
The stones since the 80s have been rather poor, IMO... Still like to see em rockin' though.
Went to see them with Voodoo Lounge. They were okay.
Just wish they could visit the psychedelic phase again... For me it's all a bit peapodrock.
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'Some Girls" was their flirtation with disco. Fortunately it was a passing phase.
'Some Girls' is a great album. Maybe not by Stone's standards but only because it came after three seminal albums.
Just wish they could visit the psychedelic phase again... For me it's all a bit peapodrock.
What is "peapodrock"? :scratch:
The Black Adder
08-09-2023, 13:33
lol.. basically means rock from the same place, knockin' the same stuff out like peas. I've got a feeling it's going to be just the same stuff/style as 'A bigger Bang'. Might be wrong though. Not heard it yet.
Thanks - it's a term I've not heard before.
Think it can be applied to many groups: Pink Floyd, post Waters; virtually all of Yes, etc. etc..
Whether it applies to 'Hackney Diamonds', we will have to see, but if it intended to be their final album, I hope it "goes out with a bang".
Pigmy Pony
13-09-2023, 06:10
Heard the single "Angry" taken from the album and found it to be predictably 'meh'. Maybe it'll grow on me, the next few days will tell. I expect Radio 2 will play it to death.
The Black Adder
14-09-2023, 03:50
Yup... just as I thought. It's mediocre, it's the stones, it has that stones sound. It's aimed at the current USA fan base who will just buy it regardless. They don't seem to care about a british sound anymore, haven't done since the late 60, early 70s.
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