Keith Richards Interview (1988): On Mick Jagger, Drugs & Getting Older

0:00 Intro 0:08 Keith Richards shares thoughts on “Rolling Stones” and staying in motion 1:11 The X-Pensive Winos: Creating a solo album and finding the right band 1:57 Keith’s take on technology and keeping a raw sound in music 3:03 Chuck Berry: Working with a legend and the challenges of collaboration 5:06 The phrase “Sex, Drugs, and Rock ‘n’ Roll”: Truth vs. myth 6:00 From arrests to autographs: Keith on being no longer a target 6:44 The War on Drugs: Keith’s perspective on the U.S. political agenda 7:40 Keith’s struggles with addiction and getting “off the hook” 9:05 Drugs and Personal Responsibility: Keith’s advice to others 9:23 The Rolling Stones: “The greatest rock ‘n’ roll band in the world” 11:03 Why playing live is essential for musicians 11:53 On the Road Again: Keith’s vision for touring with his solo band 13:19 Behind the name “The X-Pensive Winos” and band pride 13:50 Keith’s thoughts on life, hobbies, and family 15:05 Big Aid Concerts: Keith’s mixed feelings about charity performances 17:52 Memories of playing in Eastern Europe and willingness to play anywhere 18:44 The idea of “Growing Moss” on a Rolling Stone 19:05 Hobbies, reading, and the importance of friends 19:35 Fatherhood: Keith reflects on family and innocence 20:26 The Rolling Stones’ legacy and performing for generations of fans 21:36 Balancing priorities: Solo career vs. The Rolling Stones 22:51 Where Keith prefers to live and his passion for travel 24:23 Plans for new tours and bringing his music to Europe 26:01 Keith on public image and separating fact from shadow 27:07 Being a Star: Keith reflects on fame and its impact 29:44 Keith’s shoutout: Back to the studio in “Elevator”