Mick Jagger finally revealed why he visits local establishments while on tour with the Rolling Stones instead of doing "typical tourist activities." Jagger often documents these excursions on his Instagram account.
Since creating his Instagram account in 2013, the rock icon has posted a series of photos taken in unique locations during various tours with the Stones.
Attention to his account has increased recently, particularly in early 2019 when the band began the No Filter , thanks to images of Jagger visiting spots usually frequented only by locals. An incognito visit he made to an establishment in North Carolina called Thirsty Beaver Saloon made headlines in the United States in October.
In a recent interview with The Washington Post , Mick Jagger revealed how he chose unique places to visit while on the road. “Every city has something of great interest, whether it’s a beautiful park, a lovely view, a museum that interests you, or something strange you never thought of,” he said, adding that planning is key when the band’s time in a city is limited.
When asked specifically how he discovered Thirsty Beaver , the artist explained: “Locals told me it was a popular bar when I got there. In normal times, I would go to the bar and spend some time there. But, you know, I didn’t want to do that because of Covid-19. So, I just left.”
He added that sometimes he does "the typical tourist thing" at "certain times of the day" when "there aren't so many people.".
Furthermore, Jagger also made a point of exploring hiking trails. “Sightseeing is a very urban thing, so it’s good to get out in nature and see a different perspective on things when you go to places like this. It’s wild. I did long hikes in some of these other places where I didn’t take any photos,” he said.
Mick Jagger also shared that other band members don't usually follow him on his adventures, saying that Keith Richards , for example, “has a different approach to how he handles touring. I mean, he occasionally goes out to eat. But I think it's more related to Covid-19… People, rightly so, were worried about what would happen if they encountered a crowd.”
In December, the Stones played a secret, intimate show in London to commemorate the late drummer Charlie Watts , who died at age 80 in August.