The Rolling Stones delivered an electrifying performance, playing an impressive seven-song set at Racket on W 16th Street in Chelsea tonight.
A fortunate audience of six hundred, including prominent figures such as Elvis Costello and Diana Krall, Daniel Craig and Rachel Weisz, and Christie Brinkley, were treated to their performance. Joining the audience were familiar faces like Jimmy Fallon, Keegan Michael Key, Christie Turlington, and Ed Burns, as well as CBS’s Anthony Mason and Dr. John LaPook, Trevor Noah, and Rolling Stone editor Gus Wenner, accompanied by his father, former Rolling Stone owner Jann Wenner, who recently made headlines due to a scandal.
The band’s performance was intense and awe-inspiring as they belted out classics and introduced new tracks from their latest album, Hackney Diamonds, which had already reached number two on iTunes by morning. Lady Gaga made a memorable appearance, joining them for an energetic finale on “Sweet Sounds of Heaven.”
Questioned deejayed both before and after the show.
Their setlist also featured iconic songs like “Shattered,” “Tumbling Dice,” and “Jumping Jack Flash.”
Mick Jagger remains the eighth wonder of the world. At 80, he possesses the energy, agility, and vocals of a 30-year-old. Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood were equally impressive on their guitars. The entire band exuded a contemporary prowess that could easily overpower any current act.
Among their standout performances, the Stones presented “Angry,” the lead single from their new album, along with crowd favorites such as “Whole Wide World” and “Bite Off Your Head.” The former seems poised to become a hit single, while the latter is a whirlwind that had the band members congratulating each other upon completion.
Despite a collective age of 240 years and significant wealth, Mick, Keith, and Ronnie exhibited an almost alarming level of energy. Witnessing them from a close distance reinforced this notion. Ronnie appeared to be enjoying every moment, laughing on stage and reveling in the thrill. Keith led the pack, delivering a master class in lead guitar and band management. As for Mick, his performance defied all expectations, as he gracefully danced and beckoned Keith to join him, as if it were still the 1960s.
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