Rolling Stones Rolled Out a Comeback Album
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On September 6, 2023, The Rolling Stones unveiled plans to release a new original album “Hackney Diamonds” for the first time since 2005, and since drummer Charlie Watts’ death in 2021.
Many guest stars have been confirmed to appear on the album. These include Elton John, Stevie Wonder, Lady Gaga, Paul McCartney (a former Beatle), and Bill Wyman (the original Stones bass player). The October 20th release date has many students at Northwest anxiously awaiting the album.
Jacob Wieland is a sophomore who thinks other artists appearing on the album will help its chart success. He said, “I am looking forward to [hearing] Stevie Wonder on the album.”
The Rolling Stones have been relatively popular in recent years. However, with such a star-studded comeback by the band, it is hard to imagine this album does not have some kind of impact on today’s charts.
Charlie Watts, the original Rolling Stones drummer, passed away in 2021. However, Mick Jagger, the band’s frontman, says Watts’ death inspired the group to create more original music.
“A Bigger Bang” in 2005 peaked at #3 as an album on the US Billboard charts and the #2 spot in the UK charts. The 2005 installment also went platinum in the US and Europe. This may be another reason for the band’s comeback.
Furthermore, Sophomore Liam Hanson said, “With the first track off of the album, I think the sound they had was ‘popified’ which should help on the charts.” He added, “I think that is just a solid rock song. It isn’t groundbreaking by any means, but you can hear they are trying to go for what made them famous early on while also revamping their sound for new listeners.”
Senior Jacob Grip said, “I think it will be interesting to see what they are still able to do at the age they are at.”
Ronnie Wood has confirmed a 2024 tour for the band to follow up on the new album’s release, and he said the group is anxious to get back to performing to large audiences. Students at Northwest have certainly become excited about the possible change of scenery in the current music landscape, and The Rolling Stones aren’t going anywhere.