Subscribe
Share
Share
Embed
To stay updated on future episodes, follow us on:
If you have any comments about the podcast or are a performer who wants advice please do email info@thevarietyshowpodcast.co.uk
Artist Bio
Aaron Clark (“Keith Ripoff”) and Alex Larke (“Mock Jagger”) are the long-time twin engines of premier Rolling Stones tribute act The Rolling Clones. Growing up in neighboring Hertfordshire towns, both were shaped by early musical influences: Aaron gigging from age 11 with a Stones riff book smuggled into lessons, Alex trading a teenage go-kart racing career (he once raced Jenson Button) for frontman life after being dubbed a “modern-day Mick Jagger” in the local press. United by a deep love of the Stones’ catalogue, obsessive attention to detail, and a shared refusal to live the actual Stones’ lifestyle (these days it’s post-gig tea, not Jack Daniel’s), they’ve spent well over a decade touring the world, from French town squares to theatres and Middle Eastern stages, bringing Mick-and-Keith swagger to audiences of every age.
For more on The Rolling Clones visit:
👉https://www.instagram.com/rollingclones
Episode Summary
In this episode, they talk about how they fell in love with the Rolling Stones, why they think the Stones out-rock the Beatles, and what it really takes to “become” Mick and Keith on stage night after night. They share stories of massive gigs, weird audiences, fire alarms killing the PA mid-show, and one particularly drunk early gig where “Mick” fell off the stage and was rescued by the man who played Bungle from Rainbow. We hear how the Rolling Clones evolved from cabaret act to a high-energy modern live-Stones experience, why Aaron convinced Alex to stop drinking on stage, and why tribute work turned out to be a “golden ticket” to make a living in music without fame.
Don’t miss out on how we plan to bring this podcast to life with Variety Live shows.
🎵 Original title music written by Peter O'Donnell and produced by Chris Burgess.
Join Adam Sternberg next time for another captivating glimpse into the world of live entertainment.
The Variety Show is a celebration of the extraordinary people who bring live performance to life. Each week, host Adam Sternberg sits down with a dazzling range of guests – from magicians to contortionists, gospel singers to tap dancers to uncover the real stories behind their craft. How do artists decide to dedicate their lives to performing? What inspires them, challenges them, and keeps them coming back to the stage? Through intimate conversations, Variety gives listeners a behind-the-curtain look at the journeys, passions, and influences that shape today’s performers. Whether you’re a fan of live entertainment, a lover of the arts, or simply curious about the paths less traveled, this podcast offers a fresh perspective on the world of performance.
If you have any comments about the podcast or are a performer who wants advice please do email info@thevarietyshowpodcast.co.uk