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The Band Begins
The Rolling Stones are formed in London England, with the initial lineup being: Brian Jones, Ian Stewart, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bill Wyman, and Charlie Watts. -
Ian Stewart Changes Role
After little more than a year as the band's co-founder, and original keyboardist Stewart quits playing, and instead becomes the band's road manager, and occaisionally plays. -
The First U.S. Tour
Described by Bill Wyman as "a disaster" because the group hadn't taken hold in America yet. -
Their First Trans-Atlantic #1 Hit
The release of the single "Paint it Black" marks the Stones first #1 hit in both the UK and US -
Brian Jones Leaves the Band
In June of 1969, Brian Jones, the band's original Harmonica Player, and one of the starting lineup, leaves the band after a little over 7 years. -
Mick Taylor Joins the Band
Soon after Jones leaves the band, he is replaced by guitarist Mick Taylor. -
Bill Wyman Moves On
A founding memeber of the band, Bass player Bill Wyman leaves the Stones after 30 years. -
Turning down a deal
Mick Jagger and Keith Richards refuse the offer to play in the 4th Pirates of the Caribbean Movie. -
Mick Taylor Walks out
After many years with the band, Taylor announces that he desired to quit at a party in London.
