Posted on 09/26/2023 12:14:07 PM PDT by nickcarraway
The Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards has discussed his latest clean lifestyle, following years of fast-living with the band in a career that has pushed his body to the limits.
In a new interview with The Telegraph, the rock and roll star talks about how his habits have changed over the years, saying, “The cigarettes I gave up in 2019. I haven’t touched them since. I gave up heroin in 1978. I gave up cocaine in 2006. I still like a drink occasionally – because I’m not going to heaven any time soon – but apart from that, I’m trying to enjoy being straight. It’s a unique experience for me.”
Despite years of dabbling in alcohol and drugs, Richards remains defensive of his choices, explaining: “I’m blessed, maybe, that physically this thing just keeps going. […] So far, I have no real problem with getting old.”
He added: “There are some horrific things that you can see in the future, but you’ve got to get there. I’m getting along with the idea of being 80, and still walking, still talking. I find [ageing] a fascinating process. But then if you didn’t, you might as well commit suicide.”
This comes amid the latest hype surrounding the band’s forthcoming album, Hackney Diamonds, which fans look forward to hearing on October 20th. Richards discussed the upcoming release, saying: “I’ve never ever not had fun recording, but this one had real urgency and energy. We blitzkrieged that thing.”
Richards also recently discussed his fellow bandmate Mick Jagger, calling him “the best frontman any band could hope for”. He reminisced on the early years, recalling, “I spotted his talent pretty early on…and I’ve been nurturing it ever since. He’s grown into the best frontman any band could ever hope for”.
Hackney Diamonds marks The Rolling Stones’ first album in 18 years and will feature guest appearances from Elton John and Paul McCartney.
Take a listen to the first single from the album, titled ‘Angry’, below.
Not that there’s anything wrong with it.
Isn’t he also a fairly avid gardener? Or am I thinking of some other rockstar?
Bill Wyman also plays on it, his first new recording with the Stones on 30 years.
...It’s a unique experience for me.”
I bet!...................
It’s his life and he sure as hell can do what he wants. I admire the man for his resiliency, durability, talents and accomplishments. CHEERS!
RE:...gave up smoking....I gave up heroin in 1978. I gave up cocaine in 2006. I still like a drink occasionally.
He started out fine:
“ Keith Richards sang as a choirboy in a trio of boy sopranos for Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Abbey in the 1950s.”
This is going to kill him.
And the love of a good woman. He’s been married to Patty Hansen for almost 40 years!
He fell asleep in either a banana or coconut tree and fell to the ground. Doctor said he was lucky, had to have bleeding on the brain relieved. Some people party and live to be 100, others jog and live clean and die from a heart attack at 50. The mysteries of genetics and God’s plan/providence.
Trying means he is full of crap!
Interesting story.
True the longevity of all of us is a total unknown.
“Despite years of dabbling in alcohol and drugs”
Dabbling?
Seriously? Like Saying Caligula had a slight personality disorder.
She must have a lot of patience.
“A man without vices is like a ship without cargo — there’s nothing to throw overboard in case of a storm”
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