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The Rolling Stones are an English rock band formed in London in 1962. They have been active for more than six decades and are widely regarded as one of the most commercially successful and influential bands of the rock era. In their early years, they contributed to the development of a rhythmically driven, guitar-based sound associated with hard rock. The classic line-up included vocalist Mick Jagger, guitarist Keith Richards, multi-instrumentalist Brian Jones, bassist Bill Wyman, and drummer Charlie Watts, following pianist Ian Stewart’s removal from the official line-up by manager Andrew Loog Oldham. Brian Jones initially served as the band’s leader, while the songwriting partnership of Jagger and Richards later became central to the group’s output. The band originated in blues and early rock and roll, initially performing cover versions of American rhythm and blues artists such as Muddy Waters, Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Howlin' Wolf, and Bo Diddley. After meeting in 1961 in Dartford, Kent, Jagger and Richards developed a musical partnership, and together with Jones, Stewart, and others formed an early version of the group. The name "Rolling Stones" was reportedly inspired by a Muddy Waters song titled "Rollin' Stone". The band’s early line-up stabilised in 1963 with the addition of Charlie Watts and Bill Wyman. The Rolling Stones played their first billed performance in July 1962 at the Marquee Club in London. By early 1963 they had established a regular following, including a residency at the Crawdaddy Club in Richmond. Manager Andrew Loog Oldham signed the band in 1963 and promoted a public image contrasting with that of the Beatles, emphasising a more rebellious and unpolished appearance.

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