Music

Report: Rolling Stones not retiring

Published Wednesday, Jul 28 2010, 14:44 BST | By Mike Moody
Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood, Charlie Watts and Mick Jagger at 'Shine a Light' film premiere, Odeon Cinema, Leicester Square

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The Rolling Stones have reportedly confirmed that they are not retiring, despite a report about the band booking a "farewell tour".

The Sun claimed earlier that the legendary rock band was ready to "call it a day" after an upcoming worldwide farewell tour booked by promoters Live Nation for next year.

"The band realise that age is creeping up on them. They want to bow out on top of their game, and not short-change their fans," read the report.

However, a source told Gossip Cop that the Stones have yet to book a tour, and Live Nation is only one of the promoters that have approached the band about new concert dates.

Further, a representative for the band said: "No, they are not retiring."

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