Rod Stewart's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Rod Stewart.

Sir Rod Stewart is a highly successful British singer and songwriter with a distinctive raspy voice. He began his musical journey in the early 1960s, busking and joining various bands like the Dimensions, Long John Baldry and the All Stars, and the Jeff Beck Group. He gained prominence as a member of Faces in 1969 while simultaneously launching his solo career with his debut album. His music blended rock, folk, soul, and R&B. His breakthrough came with the 1971 album 'Every Picture Tells a Story,' featuring the hit ballad 'Maggie May,' which topped charts in multiple countries. His subsequent album, 'Never a Dull Moment,' also achieved significant success, solidifying his position as a major musical artist. He has sold over 120 million records worldwide.

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June 1968: Jeff Beck Group's U.S. Tour Begins

In June 1968, The Jeff Beck Group started a six-week tour of the United States, beginning at the Fillmore East in New York. This marked Stewart's first trip to America, where he experienced stage fright but found success after a shot of brandy.

1971: Release of 'Every Picture Tells a Story'

In 1971, Rod Stewart's solo album 'Every Picture Tells a Story' was released. It made him a household name, especially after "Maggie May" gained radio play. The album and single topped charts in the UK, US, Canada, and Australia simultaneously in September.

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1971: Breakthrough Album: Every Picture Tells a Story

In 1971, Rod Stewart's third album, Every Picture Tells a Story, became his breakthrough, topping the charts in the UK, US, Canada, and Australia, as did its ballad "Maggie May".

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1972: Release of "Never a Dull Moment"

In 1972, Rod Stewart released his album, Never a Dull Moment, which reached number one in the UK and Australia and top three in the US and Canada. Its single, "You Wear It Well", topped the charts in the UK.

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1976: Release of 'A Night on the Town'

In 1976, Rod Stewart's album A Night on the Town was released, becoming his fifth straight chart-topper in the UK. The album's hit song, "Tonight's the Night (Gonna Be Alright)" spent almost two months at number one in the US and Canada.

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1978: Release of 'Blondes Have More Fun'

In 1978, Rod Stewart's album Blondes Have More Fun and its disco-tinged single "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?" both went to number one in Canada, Australia, and the US, with "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?" also hitting number one in the UK.

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1991: Release of 'Vagabond Heart'

In 1991, Rod Stewart released the album Vagabond Heart, which became his highest-charting album in a decade, reaching number ten in the US and number two in the UK. The single "Rhythm of My Heart" was a top five hit.

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1993: Collaboration on 'All for Love'

In 1993, Rod Stewart collaborated with Bryan Adams and Sting on the power ballad "All for Love," which reached number one in many countries.

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1994: Induction into the US Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

In 1994, Rod Stewart was inducted into the US Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist.

November 2006: Induction into UK Music Hall of Fame

In November 2006, Rod Stewart was inducted into the UK Music Hall of Fame, marking a significant recognition of his contributions to music.

2006: Induction into the UK Music Hall of Fame

In 2006, Rod Stewart was inducted into the UK Music Hall of Fame.

July 2007: Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE)

In July 2007, Rod Stewart was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for services to music and commented at his investiture at Buckingham Palace.

2008: Billboard Ranking

In 2008, Billboard magazine ranked Rod Stewart as the 17th most successful artist on the "Billboard Hot 100 All-Time Top Artists" list.

December 2012: "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!" Tops Billboard Chart

On 26 November, Rod Stewart's recording of "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!" reached the top of the Billboard Adult Contemporary Chart and on 10 December 2012, Stewart was a guest singer on Michael Bublé's television Home for the Holidays Christmas special.

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2012: Second Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction

In 2012, Rod Stewart was inducted a second time into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Faces.

May 2013: Release of 'Time' and Chart Success

In May 2013, Rod Stewart released Time, a rock album of his own original material, marking a return to songwriting after twenty years. The album reached number 1 on the UK Albums Chart.

September 2013: Presentation of Brits Icon Award to Elton John

In September 2013, Rod Stewart presented Elton John with the first Brits Icon award at the London Palladium, acknowledging John's impact on UK culture, and performed a duet with him.

2016: Knighthood

In 2016, Rod Stewart was knighted for "services to music and charity".

September 2019: Revelation of Prostate Cancer Diagnosis and Recovery

In September 2019, Rod Stewart revealed that he had been diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2017 and had been given the all-clear after treatment.

2021: Resolution of Battery Case

In 2021, the battery case against Rod Stewart and his son Sean was resolved with both pleading guilty to simple battery in a plea agreement that included no jail time, no probation, and no fine.