As rumours surrounding a potential European tour swirl, fans of The Rolling Stones have been left on tenterhooks as to whether they will get to see the iconic band this year.

But while they can’t always get what they want, they have been provided with a series of historic behind-the-scenes snaps of the group from their glory days, courtesy of a rediscovered book.

In what is the perfect way to start up a potentially huge year for Mick Jagger and co, incredible pH๏τos from the book Tour Of The Americas 75 have come to light.

The volume seemed to have disappeared from the public eye after it was claimed to have sold out in 2005. 

However now time has proved to be on their side following the dramatic discovery of 200 new copies of the publication by a book-binding company in Italy, The Mirror reports.

The pages are filled to the brim with rare pictures of the band during their whopping 46-show tour in 1975.

In what is the perfect way to start up a potentially huge year for Mick Jagger and co, incredible Rolling Stones pH๏τos from the book Tour Of The Americas 75 have come to light

In one snap, Mick and Keith Richards are dancing enthusiastically with thousands of fans cheering in the background

One pH๏τo sees Mick walking backstage in a dark cape and a unique hat with spikes poking out, in a look reminiscent of a Roman emperor

In one snap, Mick is seen singing next to lead guitarist and co-founder Keith Richards, who is rocking tan flared trousers and a burnt orange low cut t-shirt paired with platform shoes.

Lead singer Mick, meanwhile, is wearing a lighter orange jacket with blue jeans and red trainers.

In another, the duo, both now 81, are dancing enthusiastically with thousands of fans cheering in the background.

Mick looks every bit the 70s rock icon, sporting white baggy trousers with black vertical stripes and a matching shirt which is open to reveal a red vest.

His bandmate dons black flares this time and pairs them with a red short-sleeved shirt featuring a blue floral pattern. 

One pH๏τo sees Mick walking backstage in the same trousers and vest but wearing a dark cape and a unique hat with spikes poking out, in a look reminiscent of a Roman emperor.

The great and the good of the music world came along for the tour and in one snap Rocket Man singer Elton John is spotted chatting and sharing a drink with Mick behind the scenes.

The Stones frontman is seen wearing an open shirt and white trousers while Elton sports a US-inspired style with an LA Dodgers baseball jacket and a cowboy hat, as well as some circular sunglᴀsses.

The volume seemed to have disappeared from the public eye after it was claimed to have sold out in 2005

The great and the good of the music world came along for the tour and in one snap Rocket Man singer Elton John is spotted chatting and sharing a drink with Mick behind the scenes

Guitarist Ronnie Wood, who joined the Stones ahead of the tour, said: ‘This book is incredible. It takes me back to my first Stones tour’

The remarkable volume delves into the antics on stage and onboard the specially-commissioned airplane The Starship

One pH๏τo caught Keith in his typical pose playing the electric guitar with a cigarette hanging from his mouth

Guitarist Ronnie Wood, now 77, who joined the Stones ahead of the tour, said: ‘This book is incredible. It takes me back to my first Stones tour.

Diarist Christopher Sykes and tour manager Peter ‘the Commander’ Rudge were behind the remarkable volume, which delves into the antics on stage and onboard the specially-commissioned airplane The Starship.

With a permanently-open bar and means to watch movies, the jet was unusual for the time.

Predictably, chaos ensued throughout the lengthy tour with Ronnie and Keith being charged with reckless driving and possessing a knife among the legendary stories played out in the book. 

Nick Roylance from Genesis Publications, who published it, said: ‘After many years, our Italian binders needed to change premises in 2024. As they prepared to move, it was a delight to rediscover 200 sewn copies of T.O.T.A. ’75 in perfect condition, ready to be bound up. Sure enough, these are the final copies. 

‘The timing couldn’t be better. It’s 50 years on since the Stones’ legendary tour, when Ronnie Wood first joined the band, and 50 years since the publication of our company’s first book. 

‘This is a great way to celebrate both milestones, and we’re packaging these final copies in a special commemorative binding to mark the occasion.’ 

The landmark discovery comes after The Mail exclusively revealed that the Rolling Stones will play four UK dates at Tottenham H๏τspur Stadium as part of a European tour this summer.

Predictably, chaos ensued throughout the lengthy tour with Ronnie and Keith being charged with reckless driving and possessing a knife among the legendary stories

Nick Roylance from Genesis Publications, who published it, said: ‘After many years, our Italian binders needed to change premises in 2024. As they prepared to move, it was a delight to rediscover 200 sewn copies of T.O.T.A. ’75 in perfect condition, ready to be bound up’

With a permanently-open bar and means to watch movies, the Starship jet was unusual for the time

Bᴀssist Bill Wyman also played a significant role on the tour which included 46 huge shows

One snap showed Mick doing some stretches, perhaps a hint as to his unparalleled longevity which has meant the band have kept touring

Read MoreEXCLUSIVE The Rolling Stones will return to their home country for their first live dates in three years

The legendary rock band haven’t played a gig in their home country since 2022, when they wowed audiences at two Hyde Park concerts.

Now the Paint It Black hitmakers – who have a combined age of 239 – are to put on a series of spectacular comeback dates in London, as they bring their Hackney Diamonds tour to Europe.

Last year, Mick, Keith, and Ronnie stunned American concertgoers with a major run of sold-out shows from Houston to Missouri.

An insider said: ‘Mick, Keith, and Ronnie can’t wait to bring the show to UK audiences.

‘They’ve been planning it for months and are itching to get back out on the road and do what they do best, which is perform.’

‘All three of them feel so alive when they are in front of a stadium full of fans. It keeps them young.’

‘They want to show everybody that they have still got it. It is going to be amazing.’

An official announcement by the band is expected in the coming weeks, and is to include dates in Barcelona, Rome, Amsterdam, and Paris.