Rolling Stones at Cotton Bowl

The Rolling Stones performed two historic concerts at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, Texas, in 1981. These shows were part of their highly successful tour, which followed the release of the albums Some Girls and Tattoo You. The tour was notable for being the first to secure a major corporate sponsor, Jovan, and it became the highest-grossing concert tour at that time. The Dallas events drew a total attendance of 156,000 people over two days, showcasing the band's enduring popularity. The concerts featured local acts like The Fabulous Thunderbirds and ZZ Top as openers. Despite some mixed reviews regarding the Stones' performance, the events were memorable for their scale and energy. The shows took place on a weekend, with one concert happening on a rainy day, which added to the excitement. The Rolling Stones played a consistent setlist throughout the tour, but the Dallas shows were highlighted by Keith Richards' guitar work and the overall spectacle of the performances.