What’s that bar band playing ‘Jumpin’ Jack Flash’? Oh, it’s the Rolling Stones!

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The iconic rock band, the Rolling Stones, marked the launch of their first original album in nearly two decades with an intimate concert in Manhattan this past Thursday.

The performance, held at Racket NYC, was attended by a high-profile crowd of invitees that included Christie Brinkley, Elvis Costello, and Trevor Noah. The band showcased seven songs, of which four were from their latest album, “Hackney Diamonds.”

During this release celebration on October 19, 2023, Mick Jagger took the stage in New York City, vividly reminiscing about the band’s previous promotional escapades in the city, such as their unconventional performance on a flatbed truck on Fifth Avenue.

Jagger commenced the evening with a throwback to a 1970s punk-inspired song, “Shattered,” featuring lyrics that speak of a scattered mind across Manhattan. After performing their new single, “Angry,” Jagger observed to his bandmates, “There’s a first time for everything.”

Following the loss of their drummer, Charlie Watts, in 2021, the Rolling Stones now consists of a core trio: Jagger himself and guitarists Keith Richards and Ron Wood. The trio was accompanied by four additional musicians during the performance.

The new album, “Hackney Diamonds,” arrives at a moment when many fans had questioned whether the Rolling Stones would return to producing new music. The album has been met with critical acclaim, particularly for the band’s palpable energy. It became available to the public on the following Friday.

This renewed dynamism was evident during their show in Manhattan’s Meatpacking district. After an opening DJ set by Questlove, Jagger energetically navigated a stage considerably smaller than those he is accustomed to, displaying agility belying his 80 years. Keith Richards then initiated the first chords of “Jumpin’ Jack Flash,” a song that has been covered by countless bar bands since its debut 55 years ago—except this time, the Rolling Stones themselves were the bar band in question.

Making a special guest appearance was Lady Gaga, donned in a sequined maroon pantsuit, who performed her duet with Jagger from the new album, titled “Sweet Sounds of Heaven.” She ended her appearance by warmly exchanging farewells with both Jagger and Richards.

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• Rolling Stones Official Website
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• Questlove Official Website
• Charlie Watts Obituary
• Lady Gaga’s Collaboration with the Rolling Stones
• The Rolling Stones’ Historic Performances in New York City
• Rolling Stones’ “Hackney Diamonds” Release Date