With all the energy and charisma of The Rolling Stones themselves, ‘The Stones’ pay an accurate and faithful tribute to the sound and look of an authentic Rolling Stones show. Far from being simply ‘look- alike’; though, The Stones’ have the closest Mick Jagger look-alike in the scene, the group also pay attention to the sound and feel of the music, all performed with the same accuracy, passion, energy and verve of the originals.
Complete with authentic vintage instruments, costume and mannerisms, the members of ‘The Stones’ are all experienced musicians in their own right, and the group has vast experience of the world of Festivals, Theatre, Live Music Venues and also Private Functions, tailor made to each client's requirements.
Formed over 15 years ago, ‘The Stones’ show has grown into a full-scale Rolling Stones concert, leaving audiences mesmerised up and down the UK, Europe, and further abroad. The group have experienced audiences of over 30,000 people while headlining festivals, and also regularly tour Europe, embarking on Theatre and Festival Tours of Holland, Belgium, Germany and Spain.
‘The Stones’ perform the music of The Rolling Stones faithfully, accurately, and with all the excitement you expect from ‘The World’s Greatest Rock and Roll Band’. See more at http://www.thestones.co.uk/the-band
Lead singer Benji Wattam is the frontman of The Stones, and has more than just a passing resemblance to his counterpart. Coming from Eckington, Derbyshire, Ben has been influenced by Sir Mick Jagger for many years, even before ‘The Stones’. This was due to Jagger’s relatives being from Eckington and the local area. Mick’s grandmother lived and died in the same village, and Mr Jagger has been known to visit her grave from time to time, even popping into the local pubs for a drink with the locals.
Appearing on stage since the age of three has left Ben in good stead to follow in Jagger's giant footsteps. From the church and school choir, to various covers bands, he then eventually progressed into the world of Tribute Bands. His first being a tribute to The Commitments, he finally found himself with ‘The Stones’ as Mick Jagger, giving his all onstage to capture the magic and energy of one of the first and greatest front men in musical history. Ben has studied the moves and the voice of the great man himself, aiming to give an accurate and faithful interpretation of Mick Jagger at his best.