Rolling Stones Spill Exclusive Stories: Amy Winehouse Cover, Keith's No-Phone Policy & Mick's Acting Regrets

The Rolling Stones just gave Billboard an interview loaded with fascinating details about their creative process, their wildly different approaches to modern life, and what’s next for the legendary band. One of the most intriguing revelations? Keith Richards doesn’t own a cellphone. The guitarist explained that he refuses to be permanently available, believing that people should consider whether he might be busy writing music or doing something equally important. It’s a bold statement in 2026, but coming from Keith, it somehow feels both rebellious and wise. On the music side, the Stones explained why they chose to cover Amy Winehouse’s“You Know I’m No Good”on their Foreign Tongues album. Mick said the song felt like something he could have written himself, particularly because of its minor-key harmonica structure that aligns with classic Stones DNA. Keith called Amy one of England’s greatest exports and acknowledged that covering her work felt natural for a band that built their reputation on reimagining songs. The interview also touched on Mick’s acting aspirations. He admitted that in the 1970s, Hollywood rejected musicians who wanted to act because of industry prejudice. Mick believes that if he started out today, he’d have significantly more opportunities. He’s even putting that theory to the test by appearing in an experimental silent film with Dakota Johnson, Saoirse Ronan, and Jessie Buckley. Looking ahead, Keith hinted that a solo album isn’t out of the question, marking his first solo release since 2015’s Crosseyed Heart. Given the unreleased material left over from Foreign Tongues sessions and the band’s continued creative energy, fans have plenty to look forward to. What aspect of this interview intrigues you most: Keith’s cellphone stance, the Amy Winehouse cover, or the possibility of new Stones solo material?