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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 Britain. 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 and alcohol problems. They did a great job through the 70s and 80s. Bill Wyman, the original bassist for the Stones left in 1993, but the Stones still managed to keep rolllin' till today, making them one of the greatest and 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. The two new members are Ronnie Wood (on guitar also) and different people that play bass for them.