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the Rolling Stones
Formed in 1962, the Rolling Stones became one of rock's most definitive bands.
The Rolling Stones briefly disbanded in the late 1980s primarily due to a public spat between the band's leaders, Mick Jagger and Keith Richards.1
During this period of tension, both musicians pursued solo projects, though these albums generally performed poorly in the marketplace compared to their work with the band. The group eventually resolved their disputes and reconvened in 1989 to record the album Steel Wheels and embark on a supporting tour.1