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The Rolling Stones to Appear on Ian Stewart Tribute Album

THE ROLLING STONES TO APPEAR WITH
ORIGINAL BASSIST BILL WYMAN FOR BOB DYLAN
COVER


Ian Stewart

Spinner, Consequence of Sound, TwentyFourBit, NME, and other
music outlets are reporting that The
Rolling Stones
will appear on a tribute album for Ian Stewart.

On March 8, British piano player Ben Waters will release Boogie for Stu, the proceeds of
which will benefit the British Heart Foundation. Waters recently
revealed that Charlie Watts, Ronnie Wood, Jools Holland, and PJ Harvey
(Waters’ cousin) had contributed to the album. In a posting on his website, Waters also let it slip that Keith
Richards
had played guitar on three tracks and sang on one, while Mick Jagger had “played
harmonica and sung fantastically on one track.”

According to the band’s fan site It’s Only Rock N’
Roll
, original Stones bassist Bill Wyman will also appear with the band, plus Jools Holland and Ben
Waters
for a cover
of Bob Dylan‘s “Watching the River
Flow.” The project will be produced by Glyn Johns. The Stones’ management has
neither confirmed nor denied the reports.

Often referred to as the “Sixth Stone,” Stewart was the band’s original keyboardist who was dismissed from their
stage
lineup in 1963 by then-manager Andrew Loog Oldham. He went on to become the road manager for the
band and contributed keyboard and percussion parts to every Stones album from 1964-1986, with the exception of
1968′s Beggar’s Banquet.

Stewart died of a heart attack on Dec. 12 1985 at the age of 47.

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Little Steven’s 2010 Roundup

COOL SONGS AND GARAGE ROCK NON-STOP

Cheap Trick

Little Steven will ring in the new year on his nationally syndicated radio show Underground Garage next week (12/31-1/2) with a look back at the highs and lows of 2010 while counting down his 13 favorite tracks of the year. Top songs from past years have included cuts by Locksley, Cheap Trick, and Foxboro Hot Tubs. Van Zandt will also discuss the best 2010 had to offer in books and films, and even read a passage from Keith Richards’ new autobiography, Life.

In addition, the Underground Garage just wrapped its fourth annual Coolest Song in the World listeners’ poll. Fans voted for their favorite track of the year from artists like The Woggles, Pete Wolf, The Breakers, and Jesse Malin & The St. Mark’s Social. Kid Leo will name the winner on January 3 when he plays all 52 of Van Zandt’s weekly Coolest Song selections from 2010 on Sirius XM’s Underground Garage channel, the Little Steven-produced satellite radio station devoted to non-stop garage rock.

Go here for a full schedule of local affiliates and air times.


Unseen Rolling Stones pics hidden in duffel bag for 40 yrs found

Fans of rock band The Rolling Stone could soon see some rare, unseen photographs of the band which were tucked away in a duffel bag for more than 40 years. Taken by the band’s US tour manager, the late Bob Bonis, these pictures showcase the band from June 1964 to 1966 when they went from [...]

Schumpeter: Sticking together

Advice on managing partnerships, courtesy of Keith Richards and Michael Eisner

FEW people will read Keith Richards’s book, “Life”, for its insights on business. There are far more exciting things to learn about. Where did Mr Richards first have sex with Anita Pallenberg? (In the back of his Bentley, somewhere between Barcelona and Valencia, apparently.) What are his reflections on the mayhem at the Altamont concert? (“If it hadn’t been for the murder, we’d have thought it a very smooth gig.”) How did he survive all those years of self-medication? (He took the finest heroin and cocaine, and avoided “Mexican shoe-scrapings”.)

But “Life” does nevertheless throw light on one of the most intriguing problems in business—how to keep a creative partnership alive. The music business “is one of the sleaziest businesses there is”, Mr Richards argues, only one step above gangsterism. Most partnerships, from Lennon and McCartney on down, are destroyed by a lethal cocktail of ego, greed and lust. But, for all their ups and downs, Keith Richards and Mick Jagger have been in business together for half a century. …

Rolling Stone tries to shake off ”junkie” image with tell-all

The Rolling Stones” star Keith Richards has revealed that he has attempted to shake off his ”junkie” image in his autobiography called ”Life”. The rock icon”s book is a compilation of his journey from a humble beginner to a global superstar. “I thought I”d done everything but being an author is a certain responsibility… but [...]

Ozzy Osbourne’s survival secret – he’s a ‘mutant’

Scientists have claimed that Ozzy Osbourne””s several genetic mutations are the likely reason he didn””t die from drugs and alcohol abuse. Some of them “we””ve never seen before,” said geneticist Nathaniel Pearson, who was part of the team that sequenced the hard-partying rocker””s DNA for Massachusetts lab Knome Inc. “I””ve always said that at the [...]

Keith Richards Dropped From “Pirates Of the Caribbean IV?”

When Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, the fourth instalment in Disney’s wildly-popular Pirates Of The Caribbean franchise, hits theaters next summer, it may be missing one noteworthy castmember — Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards. We hear Richards has been axed from the hotly-awaited family flick after bosses at The Mouse took offense with [...]

Keith Richards Reprising His Role in Pirates 4!

According to Reuters Life!, legendary rocker Keith Richards will reprise his role as the father of Johnny Depp’s Captain Jack Sparrow in the new installment of Pirates of the Caribbean.  The film is currently shooting amongst many islands in the Pacific as well as the Caribbean. He said he had long failed to recognize Depp [...]

Keith Richards in next ”Pirates Of The Caribbean” movie

Rolling Stones rocker Keith Richards is apparently set to reprise his role opposite Johnny Depp in the next ”Pirates Of The Caribbean” movie. Depp has long credited the guitarist with inspiring his popular character Captain Jack Sparrow in the franchise. Richards joined the cast to play the actor”s on-screen father in the third installment of [...]

Jerry Hall slams Keith Richards” slur on Mick Jagger”s manhood

Sir Mick Jagger”s ex-wife Jerry Hall has brushed off Keith Richards” comments about the inadequacy of the Rolling Stones frontman”s manhood. In his explosive memoirs, ”Life,” Richards took a dig at his long-time pal and bandmate. But when asked about Jagger”s privates, the supermodel maintains her ex-partner has no problems in the trouser department. She [...]

Keith Richards thought Johnny Depp was his son””s drug dealer

Keith Richards has revealed that he initially thought of actor Johnny Depp as his son””s drug dealer. The Rolling Stone star, 66, said that Depp, 47, was often at his house jamming with his son Marlon – but it was two years before he realized he was the star of Edward Scissorhands. “I never ask [...]

Happy National Coming Out Day! & Other Columbus Day Crunch Crumbs

Happy Columbus Day Monday, ‘Crunchers! Did you know that today, Oct. 11, is also National Coming Out Day? -In case you missed it, Eminem dropped by 60 Minutes for a chat with correspondent Anderson Cooper Sunday evening…. -Nas rips Def Jam Records… -Are your kids chowing down on Spaghetti Tacos? Blame iCarly! -Disgraced former Miss [...]

Sat Eye Candy: John Lennon

REMEMBERING A TRUE ORIGINAL AND WORLD CHANGER

John Lennon would have turned 70-years-old today if he hadn’t been violently snatched away in December 1980. There’s no way to encapsulate such a complex, fascinating and often entertaining person in a few words, and there’s multiple encyclopedias full of Lennon lore already out there. Instead, we offer this tiny celebration of an innovator who not only advanced rock ‘n’ roll a huge amount but also showed that one could live completely honestly through their work if they’re willing to stand naked in front of the world. (Dennis Cook)

Few artists spoke to power with the same rawness and directness as Lennon, which may explain the resurgence in interest in his music in a time where people everywhere are questioning the societal structures around them.

One thing you never had to doubt about John was how much he believed in the power of rock to transport, delight, inspire and move us.

Managing to be both heavy and joyful, this ranks as one of John’s best solo creations.

“It’s a drag,” was Paul’s initial reaction to reporters badgering him for a comment on Lennon’s death. While a bit pithy, it works. Years later, McCartney offered up this moving reminiscence.

The Dirty Mac was Lennon, Mitch Mitchell (drums), Eric Clapton (guitar) and Keith Richards (bass guitar). Convened for The Rolling Stones’ TV special The Rolling Stones Rock and Roll Circus in 1968. This was the first time that Lennon had performed in public without the other Beatles and his first live performance since The Beatles last concert in 1966. And it is wicked, all the mean desperation of the tune exorcised.

No celebration of Lennon would be complete without “Imagine,” offered in the live version from his famous Madison Square Garden concert below, and you can check out the original clip from 1971 here and a fab live acoustic version here.

Arguably one of The Beatles’ finest late period singles, this is one of the last great collaborations between John and Paul.

Spacey really nails this one, and the intro is something one senses John would have dug, too.

One of the songs Lennon struggled most to capture on tape, “Working Class Hero” remains one of the most striking post-Beatles songs by any of the Fab Four.

Lennon could be VERY playful at times, something Joan accentuates nicely in this live cover.

For all the political and psychological mojo Lennon mustered it should never be forgotten that the man had a way with a ditty.

We wrap with a standout from Lennon’s final album produced and released before his death, Double Fantasy.


Ronnie Wood wants to publish his teen diary

English rock guitarist Ronnie Wood is planning to publish a new book after discovering a diary he kept when he was 18. Wood recently found a journal he kept for a year as a teen and is convinced fans would love reading about his daily life as a member of The Birds – the band [...]

The Rolling Stones Retiring? Rock Band Planning 2011 Farewell Tour

The Rolling Stones are reportedly planning to retire and will embark on a farewell tour next year.The “Satisfaction” hitmakers have sold over 200 million albums since storming the charts as part of pop’s “British Invasion” in 1962. The veteran rockers — comprising Sir Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, both 66, Charlie Watts, 69, and Ronnie Wood, [...]

Rolling Stones to bow out after 50 yrs in music – with giant farewell tour

English rock band The Rolling Stones are set to hang up their mikes after 50-years in music by holding a giant farewell tour. The band, which formed in 1962, will hold the world tour from next year and it will continue on till 2012 when they will celebrate their half-century. The four will have a [...]

Alexandra Richards, Daughter Of Rolling Stones Star Keith Richards, Naked For Playboy France

Rolling Stone Keith Richards’ daughter Alexandra may have inherited her dad’s signature scowl, but the similarities end there! The DJ/model socialite, 23, stripped down to her birthday suit for a series of raunchy, retro-inspired shots for the French edition of the iconic men’s mag. “Alex is a really bright star for the future. And she’s very [...]

Keith Richards made his guitars sit on the couches

Keith Richards is so much in love with his guitar that he takes better care of his guitar than his guest. The instrument occupied every chair in the sprawling home when Keith was recording ‘The Rolling Stone’ landmark ‘Exile On Main Street’ album at his chateau home in France. The rocker”s then-girlfriend, Anita Pallenberg, still [...]

Keith Richards’ daughter bares all for French Playboy

Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards’ daughter Alexandra from ‘70s supermodel Patti Hansen has bared it all in a photo shoot for French Playboy magazine. Alexandra, 23, who is a model and deejay, appears naked in a series of pictures shot by Tony Kelly for the new issue of the magazine, the New York Post reported. [...]

Keith Richards plans Rolling Stones’ new album

‘Rolling Stones’ member Keith Richards is keen on the band creating a new album.
The guitarist hopes frontman Mick Jagger will show interest too.
The group had released their last album ‘A Bigger Bang’ five years ago.
“I’m trying to find out when it will happen myself. I sent a note to Charlie Watts [the Stones drummer] saying, [...]