Rock Legends Unleashed: The Rolling Stones' Tour of the Americas '75
The Rolling Stones embarked on their Tour of the Americas '75 on June 1, 1975, playing 46 shows across the United States and Canada. This tour marked the debut of Ronnie Wood as a temporary member of the band following Mick Taylor's departure. The extravagant stage shows of the mid-1970s were embraced by rock bands like Kiss, Alice Cooper, and Led Zeppelin, and The Rolling Stones joined the trend with elaborate setups and props, including a lotus flower-shaped stage and an inflatable **** during "Star Star."
The tour kicked off with two shows at the LSU Assembly Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where 15,000 fans witnessed Wood's first performances with the band. Despite not promoting a new album, The Rolling Stones brought along a lineup of talented opening acts, including the Commodores, the Eagles, and Eric Clapton, who made special appearances during the tour. The tour culminated in a memorable rendition of "Sympathy for the Devil" featuring Carlos Santana, making it the band's most extensive tour at the time.
The Tour of the Americas '75 showcased The Rolling Stones' ability to captivate audiences with their music and stage presence, solidifying their status as one of the greatest rock bands of all time.