Rocking the Ozarks: The Rolling Stones’ Electrifying Thunder Ridge Finale
The Ozarks echoed with the unmistakable sounds of rock ‘n roll on Sunday night as the legendary Rolling Stones brought their Hackney Diamonds Tour to a memorable close. The Thunder Ridge Nature Arena in Ridgedale, Missouri, was the stage for this grand finale, with fans witnessing two hours of musical brilliance that featured timeless classics and tracks from their latest album, Hackney Diamonds.
Samantha Fish Opens the Show
The night kicked off with Kansas City native Samantha Fish. Dressed in a sleek black leather bodysuit and vibrant pink lipstick, Fish delivered a fiery performance that set the tone for an unforgettable evening.
The Rolling Stones’ Setlist: Hits Old and New
The Stones delivered a powerhouse set of 20 songs, blending fan favorites and fresh tracks:
- Start Me Up
- Get Off My Cloud
- Tumbling Dice
- Angry
- Let It Bleed
- Street Fighting Man
- Whole Wide World
- Mess It Up
- You Can’t Always Get What You Want
- You Got the Silver (Keith Richards on lead vocals)
- Little T & A (Keith Richards on lead vocals)
- Before They Make Me Run (Keith Richards on lead vocals)
- Sympathy for the Devil
- Honky Tonk Women
- Midnight Rambler
- Gimme Shelter
- Paint It, Black
- Jumpin’ Jack Flash
- Sweet Sounds of Heaven (Encore)
- (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction (Encore)
A Song Chosen by Fans
As a unique feature of the tour, fans voted for one song to be included in the setlist. At Thunder Ridge, the crowd’s choice was the poignant classic, Let It Bleed.
Mick Jagger’s Show-Stopping Style
Mick Jagger captivated the audience not only with his iconic moves but also with his dynamic wardrobe. He debuted in a bright purple athletic jacket, an iridescent button-down, and black skinny jeans. As the night progressed, Jagger donned a glittering purple coat, a black mesh shirt, and finally a shimmery pink button-down for the encore.
Why Thunder Ridge for the Finale?
The Rolling Stones’ addition of Thunder Ridge was a last-minute decision. Despite its modest size compared to other venues on the tour, the band’s appearance was rooted in a personal connection. Keyboardist Chuck Leavell has a long-standing friendship with Bass Pro Shops President Johnny Morris, dating back to a memorable fishing trip 20 years ago. Morris called in a favor from Leavell to cap off Thunder Ridge’s inaugural season with the Stones’ iconic presence.
This legendary night marked a high note for rock fans in the Ozarks, blending music, memories, and a personal touch that made it truly special.
