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Ronnie Wood: Keith Richards wants Rolling Stones to take break
Keith Richards says Rolling Stones need break from touring due to arthritis.
In brief
Keith Richards says Rolling Stones need break from touring due to arthritis. Keith Richards wants Rolling Stones to pause touring for a period due to arthritis, with Ronnie Wood confirming they await his decision. Originally reported by Guitar World.
Rolling Stones new album
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Keith Richards' arthritis
Keith Richards said arthritis affects his playing, requiring a wider fingerboard for comfort.
“Well, I do have arthritis and very large knuckles, they don't hurt, but it does get in the way sometimes. I'm going for a wider fingerboard for that reason.”
Ronnie Wood's statement
Ronnie Wood said Keith Richards is road weary and wants a break from touring for a bit.
“Because he's a bit road weary at the moment. He said, 'I don't want to do any more touring - for a bit, you know?'”
Upcoming Rolling Stones show
Ronnie Wood is playing a show in Buenos Aires tonight, November 6, 2026.
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Keith Richards' future plans
Keith Richards says he will talk the Rolling Stones into action for his future plans.
“I sit on 'em, no, I do have one of those hand pumps, you know. I'm really lax, quite honestly.”
The key point
Keith Richards wants Rolling Stones to pause touring for a period due to arthritis, with Ronnie Wood confirming they await his decision.
