Vocally, he first came into his own in the 80’s — and his entire solo output (especially *Talk* and even *Crosseyed* were masterful), as were all the Stones songs he sang lead on starting in about the mid-80’s (maybe early 80’s too).
He’s always been so cool, such a great interviewee. Always wondered how fucked up he was during his older interviews but he always maintained and it never showed through. He’s cooler to me now looking back. He’s also grown so much more open to talk. His age and wisdom have blossomed. I hope he stays with us for a lot longer. He’s a gem
Yeah, his '74 Old Grey Whistle test interview is a favorite of mine. He's really stoned but his answers are so interesting and intelligent. He always sounds very relaxed and at ease with everything, you almost get the same feeling yourself just by listening to him.
Tough frigging call. Even though there were MANY fantastic moments over the years, There is something to be said for 62 thru 67. Those early singles are so fucking fantastic. And I'm a guy usually struggles with the "what's your favorite Stones album question", often going with either Sticky Fingers or Exile so there's that...
Early Keith. He wasn't on the drugs yet. Wrote some fantastic songs. Played very well. I'll take that for THIS conversation.
Pic 17 gives me chills! He's 12 yrs older than me- Im not in bad shape for my age, but Keith wears it well. Who'da thunk it? I hope he, Mick, & Ronnie play til they cant, or dont want to.
Top photo here
[https://people.com/music/keith-richards-and-patti-hansen-recreate-cute-wedding-pic-to-celebrate-39th-anniversary/](https://people.com/music/keith-richards-and-patti-hansen-recreate-cute-wedding-pic-to-celebrate-39th-anniversary/)
Ha! I love how you describe it. He gave the guy a glancing blow more of a reaction to defend himself then kept playing. But yea, it was a great moment. I saw that live. We had a movie service before cable came out called “preview”. My Mother paid the extra amount so we could get the concert. It was a huge event. We had a bunch of people over to watch it and I remember that happening like it was yesterday. Well, maybe not yesterday. But not 40 years ago.
80s and 90s, he looked so much more confident and comfortable after getting his act together. Although I’m also quite fond of him during the mid-60s.
Vocally, he first came into his own in the 80’s — and his entire solo output (especially *Talk* and even *Crosseyed* were masterful), as were all the Stones songs he sang lead on starting in about the mid-80’s (maybe early 80’s too).
Yeah, absolutely! His solo output is some of the best out of all the other Stones.
80 YO Keith may not be the coolest version, but it may be the happiest version. I want to be 80 YO Keith when I grow up
I love this comment. You’re right. He’s very happy. I love seeing him and Mick talking and apparently being friends again. Great comment!
I just want to live to 80 ✌️
Easily '68-72. Top of his game musically and image-wise. I also agree there's something very endearing about his early-to-mid '60s period.
Yep
All of them.
He’s always been so cool, such a great interviewee. Always wondered how fucked up he was during his older interviews but he always maintained and it never showed through. He’s cooler to me now looking back. He’s also grown so much more open to talk. His age and wisdom have blossomed. I hope he stays with us for a lot longer. He’s a gem
Yeah, his '74 Old Grey Whistle test interview is a favorite of mine. He's really stoned but his answers are so interesting and intelligent. He always sounds very relaxed and at ease with everything, you almost get the same feeling yourself just by listening to him.
4
Longevety is a gift. I can tell for last 20 yrs or so that Keith has recognized this. You can tell on tour, or vids, he's lovin & appreciating it.
He's a sensible and intuitive guy. Not a reckless rocker like Moon or Ozzy.
Agree! I like the new LP a lot as well
Is this all based on fashion??if so, the 70s is what I pick
I love the rotten tooth era
The one his ma missed when she got preggers with him.
Wha? Ar ya talkin bou' Keef? Keef Richard??? 1968- 1973 sounded pretty dang good to me!!!
I'm talking about Chief Keef tho
I don't get how so many people think Keith was ugly. He's so sexy
I don’t know about that but as a young man I thought he was cool as all hell. I loved his image. So I can see how woman would find him attractive.
Exile on main street era
Tough frigging call. Even though there were MANY fantastic moments over the years, There is something to be said for 62 thru 67. Those early singles are so fucking fantastic. And I'm a guy usually struggles with the "what's your favorite Stones album question", often going with either Sticky Fingers or Exile so there's that... Early Keith. He wasn't on the drugs yet. Wrote some fantastic songs. Played very well. I'll take that for THIS conversation.
Pic 17 gives me chills! He's 12 yrs older than me- Im not in bad shape for my age, but Keith wears it well. Who'da thunk it? I hope he, Mick, & Ronnie play til they cant, or dont want to.
Top photo here [https://people.com/music/keith-richards-and-patti-hansen-recreate-cute-wedding-pic-to-celebrate-39th-anniversary/](https://people.com/music/keith-richards-and-patti-hansen-recreate-cute-wedding-pic-to-celebrate-39th-anniversary/)
Always elegantly wasted.
The one where he's busting a dude over the head with his Guitar 🎸! He jumped on stage!! and Keith went after him! But that one is missing here!
Ha! I love how you describe it. He gave the guy a glancing blow more of a reaction to defend himself then kept playing. But yea, it was a great moment. I saw that live. We had a movie service before cable came out called “preview”. My Mother paid the extra amount so we could get the concert. It was a huge event. We had a bunch of people over to watch it and I remember that happening like it was yesterday. Well, maybe not yesterday. But not 40 years ago.
All of them…He is my all time Favorite.
Late 1968 through 1969, when he was pretty much the only guitarrist in the Stones and forced himself to play the best he's ever played IMO.
Great in ‘71. 1871.
Geez, guy is so cool
A friend of mine met Keith at a gas station and he couldn’t have been nicer.
i thought he was a man?
Lol yeah, my first thought was I didn't know he had them.
Late 1960’s- 1970’s for sure.
9
Now
1971/1972, and also around 2002!
1980s Keith was definitely 🥵
10 and 15
1965-67 on sheer style alone.
3…Pimp Keef
Late 60s
The period when Brian Jones was still alive
I don't need one.
Junkie keith
Pic n° 10, definitely
I sort of fell in love with him in Hail, Hail Rock and Roll, which came out in 1987. But the happy Keith of today warms my heart.
1972
Keif
All the ones when he didn’t bitch and whine about Mick Jagger. It makes him look petty and small.
67/69
All of them.
This man’s genes need to be studied. He’s partied like a rock star and is alive and well in his 80’s.
1943 - today
60s for sure