Always Quote by Jon Landau
“The Stones were always exemplary of one of the best of all rock qualities: tightness. They have always been economical, the opposite of ornamental. Having a very clear idea of what they wanted to say they could go into a studio and make it all up on a three minute cut.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 1975
The Stones prioritized tight, economical playing over flashy ornamentation, focusing on clear musical ideas.
In simple terms: The Stones valued tight, simple music.
Embrace clarity and restraint in creation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- studio recording
- songwriting
- band rehearsals
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does restraint affect artistic impact?
- When is ornamentation beneficial?
May limit expressive experimentation.