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Today in History: Rolling Stones Play Hyde Park Post-Jones Death

7/5/2026

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Two days after founder Brian Jones died, the Rolling Stones headlined the free “Stones in the Park” concert in London’s Hyde Park on 5 July 1969, drawing an estimated 250,000-500,000 spectators. The outdoor festival also featured King Crimson and the Third Ear Band, marking the Stones’ first major performance without Jones.

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Two days after founder Brian Jones died, the Rolling Stones headlined the free “Stones in the Park” concert in London’s Hyde Park on 5 July 1969, drawing an estimated 250,000-500,000 spectators. The outdoor festival also featured King Crimson and the Third Ear Band, marking the Stones’ first major performance without Jones.