The Rolling Stones are one of the most iconic and enduring rock bands in the world, known for their longevity, energetic performances, and contributions to the development of rock and roll. The band was formed in London in 1962 and has been active for over six decades. The core members of The Rolling Stones throughout most of their career have been:

Mick Jagger (vocals): Jagger is not only the lead vocalist but also one of the primary lyricists for the band. His charismatic stage presence and distinctive voice have been central to The Rolling Stones' success.

Keith Richards (guitar): Richards is the band's rhythm guitarist and one of its main songwriters. His blues-influenced guitar style, often characterized by open tunings and raw riffs, has been a defining element of the Stones' sound.

Charlie Watts (drums): Watts served as the drummer for The Rolling Stones from 1963 until his passing in 2021. His steady and unflashy drumming style provided a solid foundation for the band's music.

Ronnie Wood (guitar): Wood joined the band in the mid-1970s, replacing Mick Taylor as the lead guitarist. His addition solidified the lineup that has remained relatively stable since then.

Brian Jones (original member, guitar): Brian Jones was a founding member of The Rolling Stones and played a pivotal role in the early years of the band. He contributed to the band's bluesy sound with his skills on various instruments, including guitar, harmonica, and keyboards. Unfortunately, Jones passed away in 1969.

The Rolling Stones gained popularity during the 1960s as part of the British Invasion, a movement that saw British rock bands achieving international success. They distinguished themselves with their bluesy and rebellious sound, often in contrast to The Beatles' more polished pop approach.

Key points about The Rolling Stones:

Musical Style: The Rolling Stones' music is rooted in blues, R&B, and rock and roll. They drew inspiration from American blues artists like Muddy Waters and Howlin' Wolf, infusing their sound with a raw and energetic quality.

Notable Albums: Some of their most acclaimed albums include "Beggars Banquet" (1968), "Let It Bleed" (1969), "Sticky Fingers" (1971), and "Exile on Main St." (1972).

Hits: The Rolling Stones have produced numerous hit songs, including classics like "Satisfaction," "Paint It Black," "Angie," "Sympathy for the Devil," and "Start Me Up."

Live Performances: The band is renowned for their dynamic and electrifying live performances. They have undertaken numerous tours throughout their career, becoming one of the highest-grossing concert acts in history.

Despite changes in the music industry and shifts in popular music trends, The Rolling Stones have maintained their status as cultural icons and continue to perform and record music. Their impact on rock and roll and popular culture is immeasurable, and they remain one of the greatest and most influential bands in the history of music.

• Mick Jagger - vocals - b. Michael Phillip Jagger, July 26, 1943, Dartford, England.
• Dick Taylor - guitar
• Keith Richards - guitar/vocals - b. December 18, 1943, Dartford, England.

• Mick Jagger - vocals
• Dick Taylor - guitar
• Keith Richards - guitar/vocals
• Brian Jones - guitar - b. Lewis Brian Hopkins-Jones, February 28, 1942, Cheltenham, England; d. July 3, 1969, London, England - formerly with The Ramrods and Alexis Korner's Blues Incorporated.
• Tony Chapman - drums

• Mick Jagger - vocals
• Dick Taylor - guitar
• Keith Richards - guitar/vocals
• Brian Jones - guitar
• Mick Avory - drums

• Mick Jagger - vocals
• Keith Richards - guitar/vocals
• Brian Jones - guitar
• Tony Chapman - drums
• Bill Wyman - bass - b. William Perks, October 24, 1936, London, England - formerly with The Cliftons.

• Mick Jagger - vocals
• Keith Richards - guitar/vocals
• Brian Jones - guitar
• Bill Wyman - bass
• Charlie Watts - drums - b. June 2, 1941, Islington, England - formerly with Alexis Korner's Blues Incorporated.

1. "England's Newest Hit Makers / The Rolling Stones" (1964) - Singles: "Not Fade Away", "Tell Me"
2. "12 x 5" (1964) - Singles: "Time Is On My Side", "It's All Over Now"
3. "The Rolling Stones, Now!" (1965) - Single: "Heart of Stone"
4. "Out of Our Heads" (1965) - Singles: "The Last Time", "Satisfaction", "Play With Fire"
5. "December's Children (and Everybody's)" (1965) - Singles: "Get Off My Cloud", "As Tears Go By"
6. "Aftermath" (1966) - Singles: "Paint It Black", "Under My Thumb"
7. "Got LIVE If You Want It" (live) (1966)
8. "Between the Buttons" (1967) - Singles: "Let's Spend the Night Together", "Ruby Tuesday"
9. "Flowers" (1967) - Singles: "Let's Spend the Night Together", "Ruby Tuesday", "Mother's Little Helper"
10. "Their Satanic Majesties Request" (1967) - Single: "She's a Rainbow"
11. "Beggar's Banquet" (1968) - Singles: "Sympathy for the Devil", "Street Fighting Man"

• Mick Jagger - vocals
• Keith Richards - guitar/vocals
• Bill Wyman - bass
• Charlie Watts - drums
• Mick Taylor - guitar - b. January 17, 1948, Welwyn Garden City, England - formerly with The Gods and John Mayall's Bluesbreakers.

1. "Let It Bleed" (1969) - Singles: "Gimme Shelter", "You Can't Always Get What You Want"
2. "Get Yer Ya-Ya's Out!" (live) (1970)
3. "Sticky Fingers" (1971) - Singles: "Brown Sugar", "Wild Horses"
4. "Exile on Main Street" (1972) - Single: "Tumbling Dice"
5. "Goat's Head Soup" (1973) - Singles: "Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo (Heartbreaker)", "Angie"
6. "It's Only Rock 'n' Roll" (1974) - Singles: "Ain't Too Proud to Beg", "It's Only Rock 'n' Roll (But I Like It)"
7. "Metamorphosis" (1975)
8. "Made in the Shade" (1975)

• Mick Jagger - vocals
• Keith Richards - guitar/vocals
• Bill Wyman - bass
• Charlie Watts - drums
• Ron Wood - guitar/vocals - b. June 1, 1947, Hillingdon, England - formerly with Rod Stewart and The Faces.

1. "Black and Blue" (1976)
2. "Love You Live" (2-CDs) (1977)
3. "Some Girls" (1978) - Single: "Beast of Burden"
4. "Emotional Rescue" (1980)
5. "Sucking in the Seventies" (1981)
6. "Tattoo You" (1981) - Single: "Start Me Up"
7. "Still Life (American Concert)" (live) (1982)
8. "Undercover" (1983)
9. "Dirty Work" (1986)
10. "Steel Wheels" (1989)
11. "Flashpoint" (live) (1991)

• Mick Jagger - vocals
• Keith Richards - guitar/vocals
• Charlie Watts - drums
• Ron Wood - guitar/vocals
• Darryl Jones - bass - formerly with Miles Davis and Sting.

1. "Voodoo Lounge" (1994)
2. "Stripped" (live) (1995)
3. "Bridges to Babylon" (1997)
4. "No Security" (1998)

1. "Big Hits (High Tide and Green Grass)" (1966)
2. "Through the Past, Darkly (Big Hits Vol. 2)" (1969)
3. "Hot Rocks 1964-1971" (1971)
4. "More Hot Rocks: Big Hits and Fazed Cookies" (1972)
5. "Rewind (1971-1984)" (1984)
6. "The Rolling Stones Rock and Roll Circus" (1996)
7. "Singles Collection - The London Years" (3-CDs) (1989)

1. "She's the Boss" (1984)
2. "Primitive Cool" (1987)
3. "Wandering Spirit" (1993)

1. "Talk Is Cheap" (1988)
2. "Live at the Hollywood Palladium" (1991)
3. "Main Offender" (1992)

1. "Monkey Grip" (1974)
2. "Stone Alone" (1976)
3. "Bill Wyman" (1997)
4. "Struttin' Our Stuff" (1998) (Bill Wyman & The Rhythm Kings)

1. "Live at Fulham Town Hall" (1986) (The Charlie Watts Orchestra)
2. "From One Charlie" (1991)
3. "A Tribute to Charlie Parker: With Strings" (1992)
4. "Warm and Tender" (1993)
5. "Long Ago & Far Away" (1996)

1. "I've Got My Own Album to Do" (1974)
2. "Now Look" (1975)
3. "Gimme Some Neck" (1979)
4. "1234" (1981)
5. "Slide On This" (1992)
6. "Slide On Live: Plugged In and Standing" (1993)

1. "Mick Taylor" (1979)
2. "Stranger in This Town" (live) (1990)
3. "Too Hot for Snakes" (1991) (with Carla Olson)
4. "Coastin' Home" (1995)

• Bill Wyman - bass
• Charlie Watts - drums
• Jimmy Page - guitar - Yardbirds / Led Zeppelin
• Paul Rodgers - vocals - Free / Bad Company
• Kenny Jones - The Small Faces / The Who
• Andy Fairweather-Low - 

1. "Willie and the Poor Boys" (1985)
2. "Tear It Up" (live) (1994)

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