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Rolling Stones Interviewed
7th November 2005

Rolling Stones 2006 - copyright acknowledged

Janice Long of the BBC is interviewing members of the Rolling Stones all this week as they continue the world tour and promotion of their critically well received, new(ish) CD A Bigger Bang . The interviews will appear on BBC Radio 2 on her show as follows:

Monday 7th November 2005 - Midnight
Janice talks to Ronnie Wood, whose 30 years with the Stones make him the new boy of the band. Ronnie describes the process of writing and recording the new album 'A Bigger Bang' and reveals what he and Keith whisper to each other on stage!

Tuesday 8th November 2005 - Midnight
Charlie Watts talks about life on the road since his recent battle with throat cancer, and the physical challenges of playing drums in the biggest rock and roll band in the world.

Wednesday 9th November 2005 - Midnight
Legendary guitarist Keith Richards tells Janice about his 3,000 strong guitar collection, his grandchildren and his role as Johnny Depp's pirate inspiration.

Thursday 10th November 2005 - Midnight
Janice talks to Mick Jagger about writing the new album and getting a tour on the road. She also finds out the secret of his on stage energy!

Apparently highlights of the interviews can be heard in Stuart Maconie's (standing in for Johnnie Walker) Drivetime showevery evening at 17.05 , with extended interviews running in Janice Long's programme throughout the week commencing Monday 7th November 2005.


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