Ronnie Wood Says Keith Richards Wants Touring Break
Wood says the Rolling Stones guitarist is road weary as no tour dates have been announced following the release of Foreign Tongues.
Updated on Nov. 6, 2026 in Rock
Ronnie Wood said Keith Richards wants a break from touring with the Rolling Stones, while no Stones tour dates have been announced. The comments came during an interview on Argentinian talk show Otro Día Perdido, ahead of Wood's performance at Movistar Arena in Buenos Aires.
Why it matters
Wood said he and Mick Jagger have been promoting the band's new album but are waiting on Richards to decide his future plans. Richards' health and touring stamina remain central to whether the Stones return to the road.
Keith Richards told Guitar World in April that he has arthritis in his knuckles, which sometimes gets in the way of his playing and has led him to switch to a wider fingerboard guitar. Whether that condition factors into his touring decision has not been confirmed.
The players
Ronnie Wood
Ronnie Wood is a longtime guitarist for the Rolling Stones who has also built a solo career.
Keith Richards
Keith Richards is a founding guitarist of the Rolling Stones known for his decades-long touring career.
Mick Jagger
Mick Jagger is the lead vocalist and co-founder of the Rolling Stones.
The details
Wood spoke on the Argentinian talk show Otro Día Perdido on November 4 and is performing at the Movistar Arena in Buenos Aires on November 6. He also described Richards as road weary and said Richards does not want to do any more touring for a bit.
Timeline
September 26: Wood's solo compilation Fearless: Anthology 1965-2025 was released.
November 4: Wood spoke on Otro Día Perdido.
November 6: Wood performs at Movistar Arena in Buenos Aires.
Big Picture
The uncertainty around the Rolling Stones' touring follows the release of Foreign Tongues, placing the band's live future in question even as its recording work continues. Richards' decision now shapes whether the group returns to the road.
Fans hoping to see the Rolling Stones live should watch for official announcements, as no dates have been confirmed by the band. Ticketing listings for summer 2027 are circulating, but they have not been verified by the group.
The takeaway
Fans should treat advertised tour dates with caution until the Rolling Stones confirm them directly. Richards' health and willingness to tour will determine the band's live plans.
What happens next
Summer 2027 tour dates are being advertised by ticketing companies, though the band has not confirmed them.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Guitarworld.
