The Rolling Stones

The Rolling Stones (originally Rollin' Stones) are a British rock and roll band formed by the late Brian Jones. They formed in 1962, and did small gigs around the UK. They hit fame when they auditioned for Decca Records in 1963, and were accepted. They went on through the 60s, with a considerable amonut of success. In 1969, Jones, their original leader, was fired from the group because of his depression and drug/alcohol problems. They did a great job through the 70s and 80s. Bill Wyman, the original bassist for the Stones left the band in 1993, but the Stones still managed to keep rolllin' till today, making them one of the greatest and most durable bands in rock and roll history. Their most recent studio album is "A Bigger Bang", from 2005, and they still continue to tour the world. Three original Stones' members are still in the band. The singer, Mick Jagger, the guitarist, Keith Richards, and the drummer, Charlie Watts. Their newest member is Ronnie Wood (on guitar also, joined in 1974) and they have various people that play bass for them.