The Rolling Stones formed in London in 1962, and their early sound was heavily influenced by American blues and rock 'n' roll. Their debut album, (1963), was a modest success, but it was their second album, The Rolling Stones No. 2 (1964), that brought them their first taste of fame in the UK.

The mid-1960s saw the band release a string of albums that showcased their growing musical maturity, including (1964), 12 X 5 (1964), and Heart of Stone (1966). These albums featured hits like "Not Fade Away," "It's All Over Now," and "Tell Me."

The 1970s saw The Rolling Stones achieve mainstream success with albums like (1971), Exile on Main St. (1972), and Some Girls (1978). These albums spawned hits like "Brown Sugar," "Tumbling Dice," and "Miss You."