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Rediscovering ‘Terrifying’ by The Rolling Stones (1989)

The Rolling Stones' 'Terrifying' blends primal lyrics and rich instrumentation, showcasing funk-rock intensity. Its powerful rhythm section and Jagger's restrained vocals create a standout moment despite lacking commercial success.
Rediscovering ‘Terrifying’ by The Rolling Stones (1989)
The Rolling Stones' 'Terrifying' blends primal lyrics and rich instrumentation, showcasing funk-rock intensity. Its powerful rhythm section and Jagger's restrained vocals create a standout moment despite lacking commercial success.
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December 7, 2025 at 3:10 AM
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The Rolling Stones and the Lost ‘Chainsaw Rocker’ (1982)

'Chainsaw Rocker', an unreleased track by The Rolling Stones, showcases their creative energy from the 1982 Undercover sessions, blending rock and boogie piano, reflecting their era of musical reinvention.
The Rolling Stones and the Lost ‘Chainsaw Rocker’ (1982)
'Chainsaw Rocker', an unreleased track by The Rolling Stones, showcases their creative energy from the 1982 Undercover sessions, blending rock and boogie piano, reflecting their era of musical reinvention.
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December 5, 2025 at 5:46 AM
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Discover The Rolling Stones’ Unreleased ‘Victor Hugo’ (1985)

Rolling Stones unreleased: Victor Hugo *This is possibly the song which was later reworked as I Could Have Stood You Up for the Keith Richards' Talk Is Cheap album, released in 1988Written by: Jagger/RichardsRecorded: Pathé-Marconi…
Discover The Rolling Stones’ Unreleased ‘Victor Hugo’ (1985)
Rolling Stones unreleased: Victor Hugo *This is possibly the song which was later reworked as I Could Have Stood You Up for the Keith Richards' Talk Is Cheap album, released in 1988Written by: Jagger/RichardsRecorded: Pathé-Marconi Studios, Boulogne-Billancourt, France, Apr-June 1985 or RPM Studios, NYC, Aug. 1985 (Dirty Work sessions)*Data taken from Martin Elliott’s book THE ROLLING STONES COMPLETE RECORDING SESSIONS 1962-2012…
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April 16, 2025 at 3:41 AM
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The Rolling Stones and the Tale of Jagger’s 1964 Hat

The Rolling Stones in the press: "Mick Jagger's Hat" *From Rave magazine, England, 1964 *Click for more YESTERDAY’S PAPERS Mick Jagger’s Hat: The Birth of a Fashion Icon Before Mick Jagger became the epitome of rock 'n' roll flamboyance, he was…
The Rolling Stones and the Tale of Jagger’s 1964 Hat
The Rolling Stones in the press: "Mick Jagger's Hat" *From Rave magazine, England, 1964 *Click for more YESTERDAY’S PAPERS Mick Jagger’s Hat: The Birth of a Fashion Icon Before Mick Jagger became the epitome of rock 'n' roll flamboyance, he was already turning heads with his sartorial choices. In 1964, Rave magazine spotlighted Jagger's distinctive hat, marking an early indication of his burgeoning fashion influence.
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April 16, 2025 at 6:34 AM
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Mick Jagger’s Take on Social Circles (1991)

Jagger Discusses British High Society "I don't think you should make too much of all that high society thing. England's a very small place. I don't think you could avoid seeing different kinds of people. Keith and Bill and Charlie and Ronnie all know…
Mick Jagger’s Take on Social Circles (1991)
Jagger Discusses British High Society "I don't think you should make too much of all that high society thing. England's a very small place. I don't think you could avoid seeing different kinds of people. Keith and Bill and Charlie and Ronnie all know people in every class; they all know all the same people I know, or the same kinds of people.
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April 16, 2025 at 6:58 AM
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The Rolling Stones: A 1997 Unreleased Version of ‘Flip The Switch’

Rolling Stones unreleased: Flip the Switch (alternate version, Keith Richards on vocals) Written by: Jagger/RichardsRecorded: Ocean Way Recording Studios, Los Angeles, March 13-July 1997 (Bridges to Babylon sessions)Guest…
The Rolling Stones: A 1997 Unreleased Version of ‘Flip The Switch’
Rolling Stones unreleased: Flip the Switch (alternate version, Keith Richards on vocals) Written by: Jagger/RichardsRecorded: Ocean Way Recording Studios, Los Angeles, March 13-July 1997 (Bridges to Babylon sessions)Guest musicians: Waddy Wachtel (guitar), Jeff Sarli (bass), Joe Sublett (saxophone), Jim Keltner (percussion), Blondie Chaplin (tambourine), Bernard Fowler and Blondie Chaplin (background vocals) *Click for MORE STONES UNRELEASED TRACKS…
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April 17, 2025 at 5:28 AM
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Memories of Mick Jagger in Munich in the ’70s

Memories of Mick Jagger in Munich in the '70s *Translated from original text in German. From the Süddeutsche Zeitung newspaper, Sept. 12 2017. *Click for MORE STONES ARTICLES Apart from the rock muse Uschi Obermaier, Reinhold Mack is likely to have had…
Memories of Mick Jagger in Munich in the ’70s
Memories of Mick Jagger in Munich in the '70s *Translated from original text in German. From the Süddeutsche Zeitung newspaper, Sept. 12 2017. *Click for MORE STONES ARTICLES Apart from the rock muse Uschi Obermaier, Reinhold Mack is likely to have had the most intense time with the Rolling Stones in Munich. As a sound engineer for the legendary Musicland Studios, he looked after the band in the mid-1970s.
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April 17, 2025 at 5:40 AM
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The Rolling Stones in 1978: Ron Wood’s Unexpected Claim

The Rolling Stones in the press: "Ron Wood Achieves Puberty! Rolling Stones Held Responsible" *From Creem magazine, USA, July 1978 *Click for more YESTERDAY’S PAPERS Behind the Scenes: The Some Girls Sessions When the Rolling Stones hit the…
The Rolling Stones in 1978: Ron Wood’s Unexpected Claim
The Rolling Stones in the press: "Ron Wood Achieves Puberty! Rolling Stones Held Responsible" *From Creem magazine, USA, July 1978 *Click for more YESTERDAY’S PAPERS Behind the Scenes: The Some Girls Sessions When the Rolling Stones hit the studio in late 1977 to start recording Some Girls, nobody quite knew what to expect. After a few uneven years and changing musical landscapes, the band was hungry to prove they still had it.
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April 17, 2025 at 5:51 AM
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Rolling Stones chronology: April 18

Today in Rolling Stones history: April 18 *Click for DAILY ROLLING STONES CHRONOLOGY 1962-present April 18, 1964: Royalty Theatre, Chester, EnglandRead more: Apr. 18, 1964: Mick Jagger is officially charged by authorities for operating a vehicle without holding…
Rolling Stones chronology: April 18
Today in Rolling Stones history: April 18 *Click for DAILY ROLLING STONES CHRONOLOGY 1962-present April 18, 1964: Royalty Theatre, Chester, EnglandRead more: Apr. 18, 1964: Mick Jagger is officially charged by authorities for operating a vehicle without holding a valid driver’s license or having proper insurance coverage. The incident added to the band’s rebellious image during their early rise to fame.
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April 18, 2025 at 3:01 AM
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Psych! The Rolling Stones’ ‘Sing This All Together’ (1967)

"Sing This All Together," a track by The Rolling Stones, exemplifies their psychedelic phase and evolution toward themes of unity. Written by Jagger and Richards, it combines extensive instrumental diversity with evocative lyrics, marking…
Psych! The Rolling Stones’ ‘Sing This All Together’ (1967)
"Sing This All Together," a track by The Rolling Stones, exemplifies their psychedelic phase and evolution toward themes of unity. Written by Jagger and Richards, it combines extensive instrumental diversity with evocative lyrics, marking a departure from earlier styles. The song's production reflects the band's experimental spirit during the late 1960s.
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April 18, 2025 at 3:21 AM
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The Rolling Stones’ ‘Cried Out’ from 2002 Sessions

In spring 2002, The Rolling Stones recorded "Cried Out," an unreleased track during the Forty Licks sessions in France. This song, an early version of "Laugh, I Nearly Died," highlights the band's creative evolution. Featuring notable musicians,…
The Rolling Stones’ ‘Cried Out’ from 2002 Sessions
In spring 2002, The Rolling Stones recorded "Cried Out," an unreleased track during the Forty Licks sessions in France. This song, an early version of "Laugh, I Nearly Died," highlights the band's creative evolution. Featuring notable musicians, "Cried Out" serves as a testament to their dedication to refining musical compositions.
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April 18, 2025 at 3:41 AM
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The Making of The Rolling Stones’ ‘Exile on Main St.’

The Rolling Stones' recording sessions for Exile on Main St. took place at Sunset Sound Studios in Los Angeles from December 4-19, 1971. The album, marked by the addition of soulful backing vocals, blended rock, blues, and soul. Acclaimed…
The Making of The Rolling Stones’ ‘Exile on Main St.’
The Rolling Stones' recording sessions for Exile on Main St. took place at Sunset Sound Studios in Los Angeles from December 4-19, 1971. The album, marked by the addition of soulful backing vocals, blended rock, blues, and soul. Acclaimed visuals by Norman Seeff and John Van Hamersveld further enriched the album's enduring legacy.
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April 18, 2025 at 3:51 AM
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Mick Jagger on Choosing Ronnie Wood in 1975

Rolling Stones Quotes: Mick Jagger on choosing Ronnie Wood (1975) "They can both play solo. I mean, Keith used to be a lead guitarist of the Rolling Stones, remember? Maybe Keith's gonna have to do more solos. Now he's gotten kind of into this rhythm…
Mick Jagger on Choosing Ronnie Wood in 1975
Rolling Stones Quotes: Mick Jagger on choosing Ronnie Wood (1975) "They can both play solo. I mean, Keith used to be a lead guitarist of the Rolling Stones, remember? Maybe Keith's gonna have to do more solos. Now he's gotten kind of into this rhythm guitar thing. I wanted someone that was easy to get on with, you know, that wasn't too difficult and that was a good player and was used to playing onstage.
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April 18, 2025 at 4:10 AM
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April 18, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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The Rolling Stones and the Grit of ‘My Obsession’ (1967)

Rolling Stones songs: My Obsession Can't dodge it, it's simple logic/ You'd be better off with me and you'll know it…Written by: Jagger/RichardRecorded: RCA Studios, Hollywood, USA, Aug. 3-7 1966; Olympic Sound Studios, London, England, Nov.…
The Rolling Stones and the Grit of ‘My Obsession’ (1967)
Rolling Stones songs: My Obsession Can't dodge it, it's simple logic/ You'd be better off with me and you'll know it…Written by: Jagger/RichardRecorded: RCA Studios, Hollywood, USA, Aug. 3-7 1966; Olympic Sound Studios, London, England, Nov. 9-Dec. 6 1966*Data taken from Martin Elliott’s book THE ROLLING STONES COMPLETE RECORDING SESSIONS 1962-2012 *Click for MORE ROLLING STONES SONGS 1962-PRESENT…
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April 19, 2025 at 3:11 AM
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The Rolling Stones’ Take on ‘Salty Dog’ (1965)

Rolling Stones unreleased: Salty Dog Also known as: Salty Dog BluesWritten by: (Traditional)Recorded: backstage at ABC Theatre, Belfast, Northern Ireland, September 4 1965 (Irish Tour) *Click for MORE STONES UNRELEASED TRACKS More about 'Salty Dog' by…
The Rolling Stones’ Take on ‘Salty Dog’ (1965)
Rolling Stones unreleased: Salty Dog Also known as: Salty Dog BluesWritten by: (Traditional)Recorded: backstage at ABC Theatre, Belfast, Northern Ireland, September 4 1965 (Irish Tour) *Click for MORE STONES UNRELEASED TRACKS More about 'Salty Dog' by The Rolling Stones A Fresh Spin on 'Salty Dog Blues': A Journey Through Tradition and Transformation In the rollicking world of early 20th-century folk music, …
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April 19, 2025 at 9:12 PM
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The Rolling Stones’ Back to Basics 1978 U.S. Tour

The Rolling Stones on Fire: 1978 U.S. Tour Back to Basics: The Rolling Stones’ Raw and Rowdy 1978 Tour The Stones 1978 US tour took place during June and July following the release of the Some Girls album, a total of 25 shows, starting in Lakeland,…
The Rolling Stones’ Back to Basics 1978 U.S. Tour
The Rolling Stones on Fire: 1978 U.S. Tour Back to Basics: The Rolling Stones’ Raw and Rowdy 1978 Tour The Stones 1978 US tour took place during June and July following the release of the Some Girls album, a total of 25 shows, starting in Lakeland, Florida (June 10) and closing down at the Oakland Coliseum on July 26…
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April 19, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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The Rolling Stones in the Studio, 1968

The Rolling Stones in the press: "The Stones In-Session" *From the New Musical Express, England, June 1 1968 *Click for more YESTERDAY’S PAPERS Cooking Up a Classic: Stones at Olympic Studios, 1968 In the early months of 1968, The Rolling Stones hunkered down…
The Rolling Stones in the Studio, 1968
The Rolling Stones in the press: "The Stones In-Session" *From the New Musical Express, England, June 1 1968 *Click for more YESTERDAY’S PAPERS Cooking Up a Classic: Stones at Olympic Studios, 1968 In the early months of 1968, The Rolling Stones hunkered down at Olympic Studios in London—turning raw riffs and rough ideas into what would become Beggars Banquet…
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April 19, 2025 at 9:48 PM
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The Rolling Stones and Jagger’s 1975 Take on Women

Rolling Stones Quotes: Jagger Talks Women in 1975 "People always give me this bit about us being a macho band and I always ask them to give me examples. Under My Thumb… Yes, but they always say Starfucker, and THAT just happened to be about…
The Rolling Stones and Jagger’s 1975 Take on Women
Rolling Stones Quotes: Jagger Talks Women in 1975 "People always give me this bit about us being a macho band and I always ask them to give me examples. Under My Thumb… Yes, but they always say Starfucker, and THAT just happened to be about someone I knew. There's really no reason to have women on tour, unless they've got a job to do.
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April 19, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Rolling Stones chronology: April 20

Today in Rolling Stones history: April 20 *Click for DAILY ROLLING STONES CHRONOLOGY 1962-present April 20, 1979: Release of Gimme Some Neck, Ronnie's third solo album (CBS 83337)SIDE A: 1. Worry No More/ 2. Breakin’ My Heart/ 3. Delia/ 4. Buried Alive/ 5. Come…
Rolling Stones chronology: April 20
Today in Rolling Stones history: April 20 *Click for DAILY ROLLING STONES CHRONOLOGY 1962-present April 20, 1979: Release of Gimme Some Neck, Ronnie's third solo album (CBS 83337)SIDE A: 1. Worry No More/ 2. Breakin’ My Heart/ 3. Delia/ 4. Buried Alive/ 5. Come To Realise/ 6. InfekshunSIDE B: 1. Seven Days/ 2. We All Get Old/ 3.
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April 20, 2025 at 3:02 AM
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The Rolling Stones’ ‘Rock and a Hard Place’ Explained (1989)

Rolling Stones songs: Rock and A Hard Place This talk of freedom/ And human rights/ Means bullying and private wars and chucking all the dust into our eyes... Original title: Steel WheelsWritten by: Jagger/RichardsRecorded: Air Studios,…
The Rolling Stones’ ‘Rock and a Hard Place’ Explained (1989)
Rolling Stones songs: Rock and A Hard Place This talk of freedom/ And human rights/ Means bullying and private wars and chucking all the dust into our eyes... Original title: Steel WheelsWritten by: Jagger/RichardsRecorded: Air Studios, Montserrat, March 29-Apr. 1989; Olympic Sound Studios, May 15-June 29 1989Guest musicians: Chuck Leavell and Matt Clifford (keyboards), Sarah Dash, Lisa Fischer and Bernard Fowler (backing vocals), The Kick Horns (brass)
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April 20, 2025 at 4:51 AM
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Rolling Stones: Sobre ‘Can’t You Hear Me Knocking’ (1971)

"Can't You Hear Me Knocking" de los Rolling Stones es una pieza emblemática que fusiona improvisación y energía cruda. Su grabación, realizada entre 1970, destaca por el uso de afinaciones innovadoras y la química musical entre los…
Rolling Stones: Sobre ‘Can’t You Hear Me Knocking’ (1971)
"Can't You Hear Me Knocking" de los Rolling Stones es una pieza emblemática que fusiona improvisación y energía cruda. Su grabación, realizada entre 1970, destaca por el uso de afinaciones innovadoras y la química musical entre los integrantes. Con un memorable solo de guitarra de Mick Taylor, la canción trasciende a una exitosa jam session, convirtiéndose en un clásico... *Leer más en el link (copiar y pegar en navegador):
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April 20, 2025 at 6:46 AM
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‘Separately’ – A Rare 1972 Cut by The Rolling Stones

During the Goats Head Soup sessions in late 1972, the Rolling Stones created an unreleased instrumental titled 'Separately', featuring Nicky Hopkins on keyboards. This track showcases the band's introspective dynamics, marked by emotional depth…
‘Separately’ – A Rare 1972 Cut by The Rolling Stones
During the Goats Head Soup sessions in late 1972, the Rolling Stones created an unreleased instrumental titled 'Separately', featuring Nicky Hopkins on keyboards. This track showcases the band's introspective dynamics, marked by emotional depth and spontaneous grace, highlighting their unique musical chemistry without the need for lyrics.
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April 20, 2025 at 7:42 AM
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The Rolling Stones in Japan: 1990 Clips

In 1990, the Rolling Stones made their long-awaited debut in Japan during the Steel Wheels/Urban Jungle Tour, igniting a media frenzy and excitement among fans. Rare footage captures their historic arrival, showcasing the band's evolution and emotional…
The Rolling Stones in Japan: 1990 Clips
In 1990, the Rolling Stones made their long-awaited debut in Japan during the Steel Wheels/Urban Jungle Tour, igniting a media frenzy and excitement among fans. Rare footage captures their historic arrival, showcasing the band's evolution and emotional connection with Japan, marking an important moment in rock history. A must-see for fans.
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April 20, 2025 at 7:54 AM
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‘Paint It Black, You Devil’: The Rolling Stones Saga

In October 1971, Creem magazine featured "Paint It Black, You Devil," portraying the Rolling Stones in a provocative light. The article mixed satire with admiration, capturing their chaotic essence and cultural dominance in post-60s rock. It…
‘Paint It Black, You Devil’: The Rolling Stones Saga
In October 1971, Creem magazine featured "Paint It Black, You Devil," portraying the Rolling Stones in a provocative light. The article mixed satire with admiration, capturing their chaotic essence and cultural dominance in post-60s rock. It highlighted the band's rebellious persona, making the piece a landmark in rock journalism.
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April 20, 2025 at 8:22 AM