Mick Jagger Hints at Future Rolling Stones Tour

Mick Jagger says he "can't wait" to tour again with The Rolling Stones, but fans should not expect an announcement soon.

Speaking on BBC Radio 2's "Tracks of My Years" with Ronnie Wood, Jagger responded to a question about whether the Stones will tour again. "I'd love to go on tour, I can't wait," Jagger said. "I don't think it's going to be this year. But hopefully it's going to be as soon as possible."

The comments follow reports that the band canceled plans for a U.K. and European stadium tour in late 2025 or 2026. Media outlets have cited Keith Richards' inability to commit to the tour as a reason for the change. Richards has since suggested the group could return to touring in 2027. Jagger's latest remarks add weight to that possibility.

The interview aired ahead of the band's 25th studio album, "Foreign Tongues," set for release July 10 on Polydor/Universal Music. The album was recorded in less than a month at Metropolis Studios in West London with producer Andrew Watt, who also worked on 2024's "Hackney Diamonds." Guest appearances include Paul McCartney, Robert Smith of The Cure, Steve Winwood, and the late Charlie Watts.

Jagger said the collaboration with Smith came about by chance at an industry event. "He was standing there with his back to me and this long gown on and when he turned around, he was covered in lipstick," Jagger said. "And I said, 'You're Robert Smith of The Cure.' He said, 'Yeah, we've never met.' And I said, 'While you're here, you better go and do something.' That's how collaborations work sometimes."

McCartney, who also appeared on "Hackney Diamonds," discussed his role with NME. "It was really nice to just show up at a studio with your bass and just say, 'Right, where do you want me?'" he said. "You start playing, and they show you the song, and I start thinking, 'I'm playing with the Stones!'"

"Foreign Tongues" includes previously released tracks "Rough and Twisted" and "In the Stars," along with a cover of Amy Winehouse's "You Know I'm No Good." The full tracklist was revealed earlier this month, with song titles listed in various foreign languages on streaming platforms.

"Hackney Diamonds" debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 in 2024, the band's highest U.S. chart position since "Voodoo Lounge" reached No. 2 in 1994.