Keith Richards of The Rolling Stones Reveals the Surprising Reason He Refuses to Quit Touring in Unearthed Video Clip
Keith Richards, the iconic guitarist of the Rolling Stones, celebrated his 80th birthday in December 2023. Despite reaching this significant milestone, Richards shows no signs of slowing down when it comes to touring with his legendary band. As The Stones gear up for a new trek set to launch later this month, Richards shared an archival audio interview clip on his social media platforms, shedding light on why he has no plans to retire from the road.
In the 2013 audio snippet, Richards can be heard expressing his undying love for rock ‘n’ roll, stating, “Oh, what could it be? I just love to rock ‘n’ roll. And as long as I’ve got a few guys around me that have the same motivation… I mean, why stop when you’ve been doing it this long?” His passion for music and performing is evident in his words, emphasizing the joy he derives from playing live with The Rolling Stones.
Reflecting on his experiences, Richards shares, “It’s the enjoyment of watching other people enjoy themselves. Let’s have a good time together because my whole life has been really having a good time with thousands and thousands, millions of people. And just for a few hours, the world and its troubles all go away.”
Fans of The Stones resonated with Richards’ sentiments, flooding the comments section of his Instagram post with messages of support and admiration. One fan praised his philosophy, while another expressed the desire for life to be a Rolling Stones concert, where all troubles fade away for a few hours.
Building anticipation for the upcoming tour, The Rolling Stones released a promo trailer on their social media pages. Set to the band’s new song “Angry” and their classic hit “Jumpin’ Jack Flash,” the trailer showcases electrifying live performances and reveals the cities where the group will be performing.
The excitement continues to mount as the band prepares to embark on their 2024 tour in support of their album, “Hackney Diamonds.” The tour kicks off on April 28 in Houston, featuring Gary Clark Jr. as the opening act. Spanning 19 dates across North America, the tour culminates in a show in Santa Clara, California, on July 17.
Highlighted stops on the tour include a performance at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival on May 2 and multiple shows at prominent venues such as MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey; Soldier Field in Chicago; and SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. Tickets for The Rolling Stones’ tour dates are currently available through various outlets, including StubHub.
As the countdown to the Stones Tour ’24 Hackney Diamonds commences, fans eagerly anticipate the exhilarating performances and unforgettable moments that only The Rolling Stones can deliver. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to experience rock ‘n’ roll history in the making with one of the most iconic bands of all time.
