American Songwriter

“One of the Heaviest Hammers That Ever Hit Me”: The Classic 1950s Rock Song That Devastated Keith Richards

There was one artist and song in particular that inspired Keith Richards to pursue a music career. Find out more below.

Keith Richards on forcing out his and Mick Jagger’s first hit

Keith Richards and Mick Jagger have co-written scores of Rolling Stones hits. They include number-ones like “ (I Can’t Get No ...
American Songwriter

The “Anti-Stones” Rolling Stones Track Mick Jagger and Keith Richards Wrote While Locked in a “Horrible Little Apartment”

Mick Jagger and Keith Richards had their first real co-writing session under lock and key, per Andrew Loog Oldham's orders.

Keith Richards on Crafting Their First Hit: The Journey of Songwriting with Mick Jagger

Keith Richards, the legendary guitarist of The Rolling Stones, shares a fascinating insight into the early days of songwriting with Mick Jagger. Contrary to what many might believe, songwriting was ...
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Keith Richards: New Rolling Stones album was fuelled by Mick Jagger’s ‘angst’

Keith Richards has shared some insight into Mick Jagger’s “angsty” songwriting for The Rolling Stones’ new album. The legendary rock group, comprising guitarist Richards, 79, vocalist Jagger, 80, and ...
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Revisiting Keith Richards on 'Hackney Diamonds', The Stones' first album in 18 years

For the Rolling Stones, the party's never over. They returned in 2023 with "Hackney Diamonds," their first album of original material in 18 years. (SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "WHOLE WIDE WORLD") THE ROLLING ...
Ultimate Classic Rock

Keith Richards Honors Elvis Presley Guitarist at Hall of Fame

Keith Richards made a surprise appearance last night at the Country Music Hall of Fame induction ceremony for former Elvis Presley guitarist James Burton. The honoree was reportedly unaware that ...