Keith Richards' first solo record resulted from an inabilty to keep The Rolling Stones working after the release of the 1986 album Dirty Work. Nevertheless, it is regarded by many as a classic rock and roll record that proved Richards was the core creator for the band he formed in 1962 with Mick Jagger and Brian Jones. Richards did not shy away from songs which exemplified his past ("Take it so Hard" and "Struggle"), yet Talk is Cheap is a complete record, and more memorable for an emerging confidence and mature musical voice. An album (from Latin albus white, blank, relating to a blank book in which something can be inserted) is a packaged collection of related things. ... Album photograph by Sante D’orazio Keith Richards (born December 18, 1943 in Dartford, Kent), is a British guitarist and songwriter, best known for his work with the The Rolling Stones, the band he founded with vocalist Mick Jagger and Brian Jones in 1962. ... October 4 is the 277th day of the year (278th in Leap years). ... This article needs cleanup. ... National motto: Montserrat Nice Official language English Political status Non-sovereign, Overseas territory of the U.K Capital Plymouth (now uninhabited) Governor Deborah Barnes Jones Chief Minister John Osborne Area   - Total   - % water Ranked n/a 91 km² Negligible Population   - Total (2003)   - Density Ranked n/a   - 9,000   - 102/km² Currency... Musical genres are categories which contain music which share a certain style or which have certain elements in common. ... Rock and roll (also spelled Rock n Roll, especially in its first decade), also called rock, is a form of popular music, usually featuring vocals (often with vocal harmony), electric guitars and a strong back beat; other instruments, such as the saxophone, are common in some styles. ... A minute is: a unit of time equal to 1/60th of an hour and to 60 seconds. ... This article is about the unit of time. ... A record label is a brand created by companies that specialize in manufacturing, distributing and promoting audio and video recordings, on various formats including compact discs, LPs, DVD-Audio, SACDs, and cassettes. ... Virgin Records is a British recording label founded by British entrepreneur Richard Branson, and Nik Powell in 1972 after a period of selling discount records via their small shop in London. ... In the music industry, record producer designates a person responsible for completing a master recording so that it is fit for release. ... Album photograph by Sante D’orazio Keith Richards (born December 18, 1943 in Dartford, Kent), is a British guitarist and songwriter, best known for his work with the The Rolling Stones, the band he founded with vocalist Mick Jagger and Brian Jones in 1962. ... Steve Jordan is a former American Football tight end who played his entire career with the Minnesota Vikings (1982 through 1994). ... The All Music Guide (AMG) is a globally comprehensive metadata database about music owned by All Media Guide. ... Album photograph by Sante D’orazio Keith Richards (born December 18, 1943 in Dartford, Kent), is a British guitarist and songwriter, best known for his work with the The Rolling Stones, the band he founded with vocalist Mick Jagger and Brian Jones in 1962. ... Album photograph by Sante D’orazio Keith Richards (born December 18, 1943 in Dartford, Kent), is a British guitarist and songwriter, best known for his work with the The Rolling Stones, the band he founded with vocalist Mick Jagger and Brian Jones in 1962. ... For other uses, see Rolling Stones (disambiguation) The Rolling Stones in 1964 The Rolling Stones are a British rock and roll band who rose to prominence during the mid-1960s. ... Rock and roll (also spelled Rock n Roll, especially in its first decade), also called rock, is a form of popular music, usually featuring vocals (often with vocal harmony), electric guitars and a strong back beat; other instruments, such as the saxophone, are common in some styles. ... Sir Michael Philip Mick Jagger (born July 26, 1943 in Dartford, Kent) is a British rock musician, actor, writer, composer, record and film producer and businessman. ... This article is about Brian Jones, the musician. ...

Sessions

Pre-preduction began in New York, and Los Angeles. Bernie Worrell the LA funk producer helped Richards round up some classic funk musicians to work on what would be the opening track, "Big Enough". Worrell, Bootsy Collins and Maceo Parker from James Brown's backing band play on the funky, horn inspired, lead track. Recording took place in Montreal and Montserrat. Richards intentionally chose not to use any Rolling Stones unreleased material; instead, he built a record from the ground up, comparing the songwriting process to the ancient art of weaving. Except for the song "Make no Mistake", he worked in and outside the studio with Steve Jordan to craft songs which reflect his own taste and talent as a singer and songwriter. This article is about the largest city in California. ... Bernie Worrell (born April 19, 1944) is originally from Long Beach, New Jersey but grew up in Plainfield, New Jersey. ... William Collins (born October 26, 1951, Cincinnati, Ohio), best known as Bootsy Collins, is a pioneering funk bassist, singer and songwriter. ... Maceo Parker (born February 14, 1943) is a gifted saxophone player, best known for his contributions to James Browns distinct sound. ... James Brown, otherwise known as Soul Brother Number One, Mr. ... This article needs cleanup. ... National motto: Montserrat Nice Official language English Political status Non-sovereign, Overseas territory of the U.K Capital Plymouth (now uninhabited) Governor Deborah Barnes Jones Chief Minister John Osborne Area   - Total   - % water Ranked n/a 91 km² Negligible Population   - Total (2003)   - Density Ranked n/a   - 9,000   - 102/km² Currency... This article is about the rock band. ...

Talk is Cheap in the Stones Discography

The record became a cause celeb in rock and roll circles when it was clear Mick Jagger was intent on abandoning the Rolling Stones legacy for a solo career. Little Steven of Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band encouraged Richards to record his own record, partially to prove that the Rolling Stones were still a vital force in rock and roll. Richards often said he never wanted to do a solo record because it would just sound like a Rolling Stones album with him singing. If fans of the Stones couldn't get the real thing, Jagger's two solo albums, She's the Boss (1985) and Primitive Cool (1987), did not excite attention, at least they could get the second best. Lyrics read in light of the fued between the Glimmer Twins indicate that Richards himself felt under appreciated. Well hung friend of mine, he's size 8, I'm size 9 is a line from "I Could of Stood You Up", a song recorded with ex-Rolling Stones Mick Taylor and Stones confederates Chuck Leavell, Bobby Keys, and Chuck Berry's piano player Johnnie Johnson. It's hard not to interpret the track as a direct challenge to Jagger, partially because it includes so many players connected to the groups' past. Talk is Cheap reignited the Rolling Stones, the biggest tour to date would follow in less than a year of Richards' solo effort. Sir Michael Philip Mick Jagger (born July 26, 1943 in Dartford, Kent) is a British rock musician, actor, writer, composer, record and film producer and businessman. ... Steven van Zandt (born November 22, 1950 in Boston, Massachusetts) is one of the founding members of Bruce Springsteens E-Street Band and plays guitar and mandolin. ... Bruce Springsteen on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine. ... Bruce Springsteen (born September 23, 1949) is an American singer and songwriter, nicknamed The Boss. He frequently recorded with The E-Street Band. ... This article is about the rock band. ... This article is about the rock band. ... Michael (Mick) Kevin Taylor (born January 17, 1948 in Welwyn Garden City, England) is best known as the former lead guitarist for The Rolling Stones. ... Chuck Berry Charles Edward Berry (born October 18, American guitarist, singer and composer. ...

Track Listing

1. Big Enough
2. Take It So Hard
3. Struggle
4. I Could Have Stood You Up
5. Make No Mistake
6. You Don't Move Me
7. How I Wish
8. Rockawhile
9. Whip It Up
10. Locked Away
11. It Means A Lot
All songs K. Richards/S. Jordan

Personnel

• Keith Richards
• Steve Jordan
• Ivan Neville
• Bernie Worrell
• Patti Scialfa
• Bootsy Collins
• Sarah Dash
• Maceo Parker
• Waddy Wachtel
• Joey Spampinato
• Charley Drayton
• Johnnie Johnson
• Memphis Horns
• Mick Taylor
• Stanley Dural
• Sam Butler
• Michael Doucet
• Chuck Leavell