The Stones Have No Plans To Tour
Rumours of impending tour may be a little premature
After yesterday's revelation that the Rolling Stones were planning a tour later this year, it seems that the source of the rumour may be a little mistaken.
If you missed the story, Live Nation and their former chairman Michael Cohl are locked in a bitter lawsuit over breach of contracts and in the lawsuit it was claimed that part of their complaint was around an impending 50th anniversary Stones tour.
However, the band have moved to dispell any rumours by releasing this statement:
"In light of recent reports surrounding the 'Breach of Contract' Court Case in America between Live Nation Entertainment and former Live Nation chairman Michael Cohl, The Rolling Stones wish to clarify their position regarding representation and touring.
"Following the end of the 2007 A Bigger Bang world tour The Rolling Stones became free from any contractual arrangements or agreements with Michael Cohl. He is neither their representative nor their tour promoter. Also the Stones confirmed today they have no firm plans to tour at this time.
"The Rolling Stones have recently secured a worldwide Merchandising agreement with Bravado Inc and in 2008 signed a new global record deal with Universal Music."