Bon Jovi discussed the rivalry between The Beatles and The Rolling Stones, acknowledging his admiration for both bands. He praised the songwriting of The Beatles and the stage presence of Mick Jagger. Bon Jovi also expressed a desire for The Rolling Stones to retire, as it would provide a clear endpoint for his own career. The interview also touched on Bon Jovi’s vocal cord surgery and his wife’s support during that time.
After two failed attempts in 2019 and 2021, the legendary Rolling Stones will finally grace the stage of the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival in 2024. Festival producer Quint Davis anticipates a special performance, with tickets for the Stones’ set having sold out within a day-and-a-half. With 14 stages hosting diverse acts from rock to jazz to R&B, this year’s festival promises an eclectic musical experience. Colombian culture will also be celebrated, featuring nearly 200 Colombian artists, showcasing the country’s rhythms and cuisine.
A new documentary explores the life and legacy of model and actress Anita Pallenberg, featuring previously unreleased footage from a 1968 boating trip she took with her then-boyfriend Keith Richards, as well as Mick Jagger and his girlfriend at the time, Marianne Faithfull. The film, titled ‘Catching Fire: The Story of Anita Pallenberg,’ arrives in theaters on May 3rd and will be available digitally the same day. Narrated by Scarlett Johansson reading from Pallenberg’s unpublished memoirs, the documentary promises an intimate look at Pallenberg’s life, including her relationships with Richards and Jagger, her experiences as a muse for the Rolling Stones, and her own struggles with addiction and mental illness. With interviews from Marlon and Angela Richards, as well as Keith Richards himself, the film aims to shed light on the complex and enigmatic figure of Anita Pallenberg.
