Stone
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12 facts about this song
Album Classification"Stone" is a track from the studio album "Long Player" by "Faces".
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Release DateThe album featuring this song was released on February 21, 1971. Despite this, the musical style of "Faces" often resonates with modern listeners.
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SongwritersThe song "Stone" was written by Kenny Jones, Ronnie Lane, Ian McLagan, Rod Stewart, and Ronnie Wood - all five members of "Faces".
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Band CompositionAt the time of "Stone's" release, the band "Faces" consisted of Rod Stewart on vocals, Ronnie Wood on guitar, Ronnie Lane on bass, Ian McLagan on keyboard, and Kenney Jones on drums.
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Genre"Faces" were known for their hard rock and rhythm & blues sound. "Stone" can be classified as being within the Rock and Rhythm & Blues genres.
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Commercial SuccessWhile "Stone" was not released as a single, the album "Long Player" did achieve considerable success. It reached number 29 on the Billboard 200 Album chart in the United States and climbed to number 8 in the UK Albums Chart.
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Cultural ImpactMany indulge in "Faces" and one of their most popular songs, "Stone", for their raw and gritty sound that was characteristic of the era. Their music has been influential in Rock's history.
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Critical AcclaimDespite not being as commercially successful at the time, "Faces" and their album have received ongoing critical acclaim for their musicality and originality.
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Cover VersionsA testament to the everlasting character of the song, several other artists have covered "Stone", thereby introducing it to new audiences.
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Member Success"Faces" is notable for its members who went on to achieve remarkable success in their individual careers. Noteworthy mentions are Rod Stewart and Ronnie Wood, the latter joined the Rolling Stones in 1975.
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LegacyDespite breaking up in the mid-70s, the iconic style and sound of "Faces" have far outlived the band. Songs like "Stone" continue to be played, celebrated, and appreciated for their contribution to Rock music.
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ReformationAn interesting bonus fact - "Faces" came back together for a few reunion shows in 2009, 2010, and 2011, bringing tracks like "Stone" back to life on stage once again.
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