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Daily Mirror
5 hours ago
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Rod Stewart's unlikely fake name given at hotels after they banned his band
Sir Rod Stewart first teamed up with Ronnie Wood as part of legendary band The Faces in 1969 and famously 'had me a real good time' - now they're reuniting for Glastonbury - but what can fans expect? It's been 55 years since Sir Rod Stewart first teamed up with Ronnie Wood as part of legendary band The Faces and famously 'had me a real good time.. Now the rather more wrinkly rockers are to reunite on Glastonbury's Pyramid Stage later this month, when they take the Legends slot. In the five decades or so since they played their unique fusion of rock 'n' roll, blues and psychedelia - with hits like Stay With Me (1971), Ooh La La (1973) and Had Me a Real Good Time (1970) - the faces of The Faces have changed … a lot! Just as well known for their drinking, drug-taking and debauchery as they were for their hit songs, wrecking hotel rooms grabbed the band as many headlines as their music. Back then, Rod Stewart was a fresh-faced 24-year-old singer with the five piece band, known as 'Rod the Mod.' Now 80, the Da Ya Think I'm Sexy star recently revealed, enthusiastically, of him and Ronnie on That Peter Crouch Podcast: 'We're going to do Glastonbury together." Playing together in The Faces from 1969 to 1975, when Rod left and the band split, the music he and Ronnie helped create was said to have influenced The Sex Pistols - although their concerts were either brilliant or shambolic, depending on how much alcohol they'd consumed. Ronnie, now 77, wrote in The Faces' biography: 'We were the sponsors of Holiday Inn and Marriott, and anywhere we could get banned from. We used to call them the Holiday Out. We used to check in as Fleetwood Mac; no hotel chain would have the Faces because of the damage and madness that went on... Half the audience would come back with us to the hotel. We would party with whoever was there and they'd all end up staying with us.' Touring America, Australia, Japan, New Zealand and the UK, the band played more than 500 concerts. DJ John Peel was an early champion of their music and said a 1973 Faces gig at Sunderland Locarno was his all time favourite live concert. While Rod and Ronnie were the band's most famous faces, there were other notable musicians. These included other bassist Ronnie Lane, who died in 1997 after a battle with multiple sclerosis. He left in 1973 and was replaced on bass by Tetsu Yamuchi. There was also keyboardist Ian McLagan, who died in 2014 following a stroke, and drummer Kenney Jones, who joined The Who in 1978, replacing Keith Moon after his death. He also formed the band The Law with Paul Rodgers and The Jones Gang, touring the United States in 2005. In 1975, the year Rod left, Ronnie joined the Rolling Stones. Over the years, they reformed a number of times - one of them being for the encore of Rod's Wembley Stadium concert in 1986. That year, Ronnie Lane appeared on stage with the band, but by then he had multiple sclerosis and was in a wheelchair, so Bill Wyman played bass for him. At the Brit Awards in 1993, the same line-up (minus Lane) reunited once more when Rod was awarded the Lifetime Achievement award - finally coming together again in 2015 at Rod's private 70th birthday party. In a birthday speech, Rod said: 'Being in The Faces was a mad and brilliant time for all of us and although we don't have Ronnie and Mac with us anymore this is our chance to remember them and say 'Had Me a Real Good Time'.' Then in 2021, Jones, Stewart and Wood announced they were recording new music for an album due to be released in 2026 - their first in over 50 years. In fact, they have been working together a fair bit, with Rod revealing recently that he was reuniting with Ronnie and Kenney Jones, 76, to work on a new documentary. Rod, who has twice been inducted into the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame, has won a Grammy and a Brit Award and holds the World Record for staging the largest free rock concert in history. His New Year's Eve concert at Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in 1994 was attended by 3.5 million people - and he looks set for a busy 80th year, as he prepares to embark on a world tour. He said: "I enjoy going on tour now more than ever, at this ripe old age of 80. I'm doing seven concerts in Vegas and then I am around the world. It keeps me fit. You have got to be fit to do it. I would probably die if I didn't do it. I have seen so many guys that have to give up and retire and they have nothing to wake up in the morning for." Wrinkly they may be, but Rod and Ronnie are still clearly rocking it!
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
‘I might die if I stop', says Rod Stewart as he opens up on his health & touring
He also told how he stays silent for up to 10 hours before gigs FOREVER YOUNG 'I might die if I stop', says Rod Stewart as he opens up on his health & touring Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SIR Rod Stewart has said he fears he will die if he gives up touring. The 80-year-old music legend is about to embark on a world tour and has said he has no plans to retire from performing. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 2 Rod Stewart said he fears he will die if he packs in touring Credit: Getty 2 He and former Faces bandmate Ronnie Wood will take to the stage at Glastonbury this year Credit: Redferns The Maggie May singer said having to take to the stage every night gives him a reason to get up in the morning and encourages him to keep fit and healthy. Sir Rod told how he has seen many friends pass away shortly after giving up work and he doesn't want the same thing to happen to him. He has dates lined up all over the world this year including the Legends slot at Glastonbury next month. He said: "I enjoy going out on tour now more than I've ever done at this ripe old age of 80. "I'm doing seven concerts in Vegas and then I am everywhere around the world. "I'm playing Athens, Germany, three nights in Buenos Aires, two nights in Rio, it goes on and on and on. "It keeps me fit. You have got to be fit to do it. "I would probably die if I didn't do it. I have seen so many guys that have to give up their career and retire and they have got nothing to wake up in the morning for. "I don't know what they do with themselves. They must get up and go 'What do I do today? Down the betting shop? Have a drink?' I don't know." Speaking on the That Peter Crouch podcast, Sir Rod also told how he stays silent for up to 10 hours before gigs to protect his voice. Rod Stewart parties with Rolling Stones legend as he celebrates 80th birthday He said he indulges in his passion for model railroading while refusing to speak to anybody. He said: "I warm up for about an hour and I warm down for about three quarters of an hour after every show. "I also have to not talk too much. If my voice feels a little like it's not there I close down and go silent for 10 hours during the day. "That's where the model railroading comes in handy because I take it on the road with me. "If I have got to build a factory I have cases, paints and tools and the hotel will give me a special room to be a workshop." Sir Rod has confirmed he will take to the stage with his former Faces bandmate Ronnie Wood at Glastonbury. Earlier this week the singer, who is married to former model Penny Lancaster, said he was "absolutely flabbergasted" to be presented with a prestigious lifetime achievement award by his children. The father-of-eight was introduced to the stage at the American Music Awards by five of his grown-up children.
Wales Online
3 days ago
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- Wales Online
Rod Stewart to reunite with Faces band member Ronnie Wood at Glastonbury
Rod Stewart to reunite with Faces band member Ronnie Wood at Glastonbury The 80-year-old musician is filling the coveted tea-time legends slot at the music event, which is being headlined by British pop/rock band The 1975, folk rock star Neil Young and US pop singer Olivia Rodrigo The pair performed together at the 2020 Brit Awards (Image:) Sir Rod Stewart has confirmed he will reunite with his former Faces bandmate Ronnie Wood for his set at Glastonbury Festival. The 80-year-old musician is filling the coveted tea-time legends slot at the music event, which is being headlined by British pop/rock band The 1975, folk rock star Neil Young and US pop singer Olivia Rodrigo. Faces, who were known for hits including Stay With Me, formed in 1969 following the split of Small Faces. Bassist Ronnie Lane, keyboard player Ian McLagan and Kenney Jones were joined by Wood on guitar and Sir Rod on lead vocals. Asked if he keeps in touch with The Rolling Stones' members and "other people in music" while on That Peter Crouch Podcast, Sir Rod said: "Not really. Woody (Wood) I do a lot, just recently, because we're going to do Glastonbury together. "Elton, sometimes, you know, birthdays, but nowhere near how we used to, I think probably because he doesn't drink anymore, and Woody doesn't drink, and I still do. They stay away from me. Bad influence." He also told the podcast: "I've done it (Glastonbury) before. I did it in 2002 but this is on the legend stage. "I was only supposed to play for an hour and a quarter, but I've asked them 'Please, another 15 minutes' because I play for over two hours every night and it's nothing, but yeah, looking forward to it." Faces released four studio albums and toured regularly until 1975, when the band split up and Sir Rod went on to pursue a solo recording career. Earlier in the week the veteran rockstar was presented with a prestigious lifetime achievement award by five of his children at the American Music Awards (AMAs). His best known solo songs include Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?, Every Beat Of My Heart, and Maggie May. In 2024, he promised he would not retire but confirmed his 2025 European and North American shows would bring an end to his "large-scale world tours", with his next slate to be held at more intimate venues. Article continues below His latest album, a collaboration with Jools Holland, was released in February 2024 and went to number one on the UK chart.
Daily Record
3 days ago
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- Daily Record
Rod Stewart announces he will be joined by huge rock icon on stage at Glastonbury
Rod Stewart is set to play the coveted legends slot at Glastonbury next month and the star is bringing a huge rockstar on stagr with him as a special guest. Sir Rod Stewart has announced he will be reuniting with his former Faces bandmate Ronnie Wood during his set at Glastonbury Festival this summer. The 80-year-old rockstar is filling the coveted legends slot at the Worthy Farm festival, with headliners The 1975, Olivia Rodrigo and Neil Young also set to play over the course of the five-day event. Faces, who are best known for hits including Stay With Me, formed in 1969 following the split of Small Faces. The band was made up of bassist Ronnie Lane, keyboard player Ian McLagan, drummer Kenney Jones, Ronnie Wood on guitar and Sir Rod on lead vocals. When asked if he keeps in contact with The Rolling Stones' members and 'other people in music' whilst starring on That Peter Crouch Podcast, Sir Rod replied: "Not really. Woody (Wood) I do a lot, just recently, because we're going to do Glastonbury together. Elton, sometimes, you know, birthdays, but nowhere near how we used to. "I think probably because he doesn't drink anymore, and Woody doesn't drink, and I still do. They stay away from me. Bad influence." He also told the podcast: "I've done it (Glastonbury) before. I did it in 2002 but this is on the legend stage. "I was only supposed to play for an hour and a quarter, but I've asked them 'Please, another 15 minutes' because I play for over two hours every night and it's nothing, but yeah, looking forward to it." Sir Rod's Glastonbury legends slot will kick off at the traditional teatime on Sunday June 29, although the exact time is not confirmed until the complete timetable is officially announced by organiser Emily Eavis, the Metro reports. While the headliners and the majority of performers for this year's festival have now been confirmed, many fans have been left wondering who the secret set might be after Kasabian's memorable appearance last year. Speculated contenders are Mumford & Sons, Green Day, Sam Fender, The Cure and US rockers HAIM, but it's anyone's guess at this stage. Faces released four studio albums and toured regularly up until the band split in 1975 and Sir Rod went on to pursue his successful solo career. Earlier this week the rock icon was presented with a prestigious lifetime achievement award by five out of his eight children at the American Music Awards (AMAs). Rod's best known solo songs include Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?, Every Beat Of My Heart, and Maggie May. In 2024, the 80-year-old insisted he was not retiring but confirmed his 2025 European and North American shows would bring an end to his 'large-scale world tours', with any future performances to be held at more intimate venues. His latest album, a collaboration with Jools Holland, was released in February 2024 and went to number one on the UK chart.
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Massive band to reunite at Glastonbury for Legends slot after confirming they are making new album
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SIR ROD STEWART has planned a mini Faces reunion for his Glastonbury Legends slot. Rollings Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood, who is a close friend of the Maggie May singer and was in Faces with him in the Seventies, is heading to Worthy Farm to perform alongside him. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 10 Rod Stewart with Rollings Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood Credit: Reuters Rod revealed it to Peter Crouch and Chris Stark on That Peter Crouch podcast, out now. When asked by Pete (who we regularly see at Glasto looking rather worse for wear) if he stayed in touch with the Stones or Sir Elton John, Rod told him: 'Not really, but Woody and I do a lot just recently because we are going to do Glastonbury together.' When asked why they'd lost touch, Rod said it was because neither Ronnie nor Elton drink any more, adding: 'I think they stay away from me.' Rod, above with Ronnie, hasn't revealed whether Faces drummer Kenney Jones will be coming on stage too. But the pair confirmed last month they'd made a new 11-track album. Kenney said of the songs, recorded at Rak Studios in London: 'Most of them are good. 'I can't see it coming out this year. But I can see it coming out next year. 'Everyone's doing different things. 'We do little snippets here and there. "Then all of a sudden, The Stones are out on tour again, Rod's out again.' Sir Rod Stewart partying in an Irish bar in Krakow AN ORA AROUND MILEY 10 Rita Ora seen at an exclusive album playback party at the Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles Credit: BackGrid 10 Miley Cyrus held the bash to celebrate her new album Credit: Getty 10 Anya Taylor-Joy with hubby Malcolm McRae and another guest Credit: Getty WE'RE not the only ones excited about Miley Cyrus' new record – with guests including Anya Taylor-Joy and Rita Ora seen at an exclusive album playback party at the Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles. The pair, plus Anya's husband Malcolm McRae, were spied at the bash where they got to hear the 13 tracks in full for the first time. Something Beautiful, the ninth studio by Miley is out tomorrow along with new single Easy Lover. The record will be followed by a 55-minute musical film of the same name, which will be shown in Cineworld cinemas across the UK for one night only on June 27. Get the popcorn in! CHARLOTTE'S SWIPE AT EX NORTON AFTER APP UPDATE 10 James Norton's latest romance hasn't ended too well Credit: Getty 10 British model Charlotte Rose Smith Credit: Getty SOMETHING tells us James Norton's romance with British model Charlotte Rose Smith hasn't ended too well. The Sun revealed over the weekend the Happy Valley actor James, reactivated his Raya account. He had uploaded fresh pictures to his profile, including one shot of him with a shaved head, which is for his role in new film Sunny Dancer. As a passing shot, Charlotte, shared then seemingly removed the now-famous picture of Nicole Kidman celebrating her divorce from Tom Cruise in 2001. The snap has become a viral meme for the newly single among us, and was recently posted by Jenna Dewan after she finalised her divorce from Channing Tatum. PORT IN A STORM 10 French actress Camille Cottin with Natalie Portman Credit: Getty 10 Natalie was invited to sit front row as Dior presented its Cruise 2026 collection Credit: Getty NATALIE PORTMAN styled out the rain with a brolly when she was invited to sit front row as Dior presented its Cruise 2026 collection. She was joined by celebs including French actress Camille Cottin, above with Natalie, and Emily In Paris star Ashley Parks at the Villa Albani Torlonia in Rome, where brollies were handed out to keep the guests dry. The fashion brand's creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri had a strict guest code, with all the blokes made to wear black, while the women were in white. Natalie looked thrilled to be at the event and off the promo trail for her new film, Guy Ritchie's Fountain Of Youth. The reviews haven't been too kind so far, with one branding it 'one of the worst films of the year'. But at least in the front row, Nat only had to concentrate on the fashion. UK ACTS IN £794M BOOM 10 British music is booming thanks to the incredible rise of artists such as Central Cee Credit: Getty BRITISH music exports are booming, and rose to a record high of £794million last year. New figures from the BPI revealed they increased by 1.9 per cent – the highest since the yearly survey started. The feat is, in part, down down to the incredible rise of artists such as Dua Lipa, Central Cee, and Charli XCX, who are among the world's most- streamed artists. The figures also revealed we remain the world's second-biggest exporter of tunes – with 600 British artists getting more than 100million audio streams worldwide. Us Brits really are the best when it comes to music. JAMES TO REJOIN THE FIGHT 10 James Morrison is returning to music with a new album Credit: Getty THE brilliant James Morrison is returning to music with new album Fight Another Day. His wife Gill died last year and it's clear the singer put his emotions into his sixth record, out on October 3. James, below, said: 'When I leaned into how I was feeling, that's when the songs started coming. I started writing about what I was going through. My own struggles with myself. 'Every day being a bit of a battle. Trying to eke the light out after what felt like darkness for ages. "I'm really proud of the album in terms of the creative, sonic elements and how I dealt with truthful stuff. 'But also it's an album of songs that hopefully make you feel better and make you nod your head and stamp your feet and sing along.' Comedian Adam Buxton today also announces that his debut record, Buckle Up, is out on September 12, while Giggs has dropped new track Gorgeous. IF anyone needs proof that vegans can't be having much fun eating seeds and veg, check out actor Jason Isaacs' new chat with Jessie Ware on her Table Manners podcast. 'I hate food now because I went vegan, there's no pleasure left in life,' Jason says. 'Five years later, I still hate it.' A bacon and egg cob will perk you up Jason. ROSE LESLIE has spoken of her joy at marrying fellow Game Of Thrones star Kit Harington in her grand old home. They tied the knot in 2018, in the Scottish castle where she grew up. Ahead of their seventh wedding anniversary, Rose tells the July edition of Tatler magazine: 'I felt so elated that day. 'It was the culmination of marrying the love of my life, in the home that I was incredibly happy in.' VETERAN US group Sparks are on course to land the first No1 album in their 54-year history. The duo, Ron and Russell Mael have taken an early lead in the race with Mad!, which is their 28th studio album. Their highest-ever position in the Official Album Charts was in 1974, when they reached No4 with Kimono My House – a favourite of bands such as The Last Dinner Party, Duran Duran and Pet Shop Boys.
