That's what we think is the reason for our sound, apart from our style. Everyone thinks, Oh, Rolling Stones as soon as they hear one of our fast tunes. The thing with me and Keith is that we just have a go at things. And sometimes they work. We just enjoy playing it, and I just follow what he's doing.
Stones records are virtual opposites, roaring with heavy artillery but airy and spacious as well.
While every sound counts, the spaces, the holes, are no less important. Rough edges on double guitars may be as important as seamless overlaps. For the Rolling Stones, atmosphere is everything. For many the sound and fury of the band is a transcendental experience. It's more like hearing the world's greatest garage band in the world's biggest garage.