Keith Richards

Keith Richards (born 18 December 1943) is an English musician, songwriter, singer and record producer. He is an original member, guitarist, secondary vocalist, and co-principal songwriter of the award-winning band, The Rolling Stones. His songwriting partnership with the band's lead vocalist Mick Jagger is one of the most successful in history. Richards gained press notoriety for his romantic involvements and illicit drug use, and he was often portrayed as a countercultural figure. His career spans over six decades, and his guitar playing style has been a trademark of the Rolling Stones throughout the band's career. Richards was born and grew up in Dartford, Kent. He studied at the Dartford Technical School and Sidcup Art College. On the side, Richards played with his own side-project, The X-Pensive Winos. He also appeared in two Pirates of the Caribbean films as Captain Teague, a character that was inspired by Richards himself. In 1989, Richards was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and in 2004 into the UK Music Hall of Fame.