Keith Richards

Full Name:

Keith Richards

Born:

December 18, 1943

Birthplace:

Dartford, Kent (England)

Keith Richards Quote:

"If you're going to kick authority in the teeth, you might as well use two feet."

Significant Facts About Keith Richards:

• Best known as guitarist-songwriter for the Rolling Stones, but has worked as session guitarist for several other groups and artists
• Formed the Rolling Stones with former school classmate Mick Jagger
• Has recorded three solo albums, most recently Main Offender in 1992
• Inspired Johnny Depp's Jack Sparrow character in the Pirates of the Caribbean movies

Keith Richards Career History:

Although identified primarily with the Stones, he also had a short-lived solo career, releasing three albums in the late 80s and early 90s. This actually had the effect of reinvigorating the Stones. He has worked as a session player for Bono, U2, and Aretha Franklin, among others. He dropped the "s" from his last name in the mid 60s, but he added it back in 1979. Embracing a "bad boy" image early on, he may be better known for his drug habit than for his singing, songwriting, or guitar.

Essential Keith Richards CD:

Live At The Hollywood Palladium
From the concert tour in support of his debut solo album, Talk Is Cheap it also includes some of his signature Rolling Stones songs.

More About Keith Richards:

• Solo Discography
• Rolling Stones Profile
• Guitar Chords & Tabs