The Rolling Stones ditched arena polish for a snarling, midnight-basement intensity on ‘Commit a Crime’. Discover how they resurrected Howlin’ Wolf’s dark menace without losing their signature, jagged edge.
The Rolling Stones’ Do ‘Commit a Crime’ (2016): A Raw Tribute to Howlin’ Wolf
Rolling Stones chronology: January 15
On January 15 throughout Rolling Stones history, the band performed significant shows, experienced tensions and reunions, and released music, marking key milestones in their evolution from controversial outsiders to rock legends.
The Rolling Stones and Charlie Watts’ 1985 ‘Junkie’ Phase
Charlie Watts reflected on his reckless mid-80s lifestyle, marked by substance abuse and a mid-life crisis. He acknowledged the transformation it caused and noted a wake-up call from Keith Richards helped him avoid addiction.
Mick Jagger Editorial on ‘The Rolling Stones Book’, June 1964
Between 1964 and 1966, The Rolling Stones published a monthly magazine featuring exclusive content, with Mick Jagger’s editorial launching the first issue, marking an intimate connection with fans.
‘Blood Red Wine’: A Rolling Stones’ Lost Track from 1968
In May 1968, The Rolling Stones recorded ‘Blood Red Wine’, an unreleased track blending melancholy vocals, acoustic guitar, and piano, embodying their creative rebirth during the Beggars Banquet sessions.
‘All Down the Line’: The Rolling Stones’ 1972 Shot of Salvation
From a rough Exile session to a live favorite, ‘All Down the Line’ never slowed down. Discover why this relentless rocker kept roaring through decades of Rolling Stones tours.
Rolling Stones chronology: January 14
January 14 marks significant events in Rolling Stones history, showcasing their journey from early performances to global success, including notable concerts, recordings, and collaborations within the British blues scene.
The Rolling Stones: Richards’ Near-Fatal 1976 Crash
Keith Richards’ 1976 Bentley crash epitomized the Rolling Stones’ mid-70s chaos, turning a late-night drive into drugs, legal drama, canceled tour plans, media frenzy, and yet another narrow escape survival.
‘You Got Away With Murder’, Say The Rolling Stones in 1993
‘You Got Away with Murder’, an unreleased Rolling Stones track from 1993, captures Mick Jagger and Keith Richards’ tentative reconnection during the Voodoo Lounge sessions, revealing a moment of creative exploration and untapped possibilities.
The Rolling Stones and ‘My Girl’: The Story Behind Their Unusual Cover (1965)
Why did The Rolling Stones risk their grit on Motown’s untouchable ‘My Girl’? Dive into the studio tension behind their most bizarre, high-stakes experiment in sonic identity.
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