‘Highway Child’, an unreleased Rolling Stones track from 1968, showcases a raw, fast-paced sound, reflecting the band’s experimental phase away from excess to a simpler, more instinctive style.
‘Highway Child’: A Rolling Stones’ Lost Song from 1968
‘Just Your Fool’: The Rolling Stones Do Buddy Johnson (2016)
The Rolling Stones’ version of ‘Just Your Fool’, recorded in 2016, reflects their deep connection to blues, honoring its roots while embracing simplicity and emotional depth in performance.
Rolling Stones chronology: December 24
On December 24 the Rolling Stones have a historically quiet day, marked by few events, including a 1963 performance in Leek, England. Merry Christmas to all!
Charlie Watts on Playing Drums: “It’s Been Years and…”
Charlie Watts viewed drumming as a lifelong challenge and passion rather than something to conquer. His humility, steady pulse, and curiosity defined his approach, emphasizing music’s soul over theatrics.
The Rolling Stones Forced to Change Lyrics on TV (1967)
In 1967, Mick Jagger modified the Rolling Stones’ lyrics on The Ed Sullivan Show from “Let’s Spend the Night Together” to “Let’s Spend Some Time Together” due to censorship, highlighting rock’s rebellious spirit versus mainstream conservatism.
Unreleased: The Rolling Stones’ ‘The Golden Mile’ (1982)
‘The Golden Mile’, an unreleased Rolling Stones track from 1982, showcases their experimental creativity during the Undercover sessions, blending punk energy with classic Stones swagger, leaving fans intrigued.
Sobre ‘Child of the Moon’ de los Rolling Stones (1968)
‘Child of the Moon’ es una joya hipnótica de los Rolling Stones, una despedida a la psicodelia, llena de misterio y simbolismo, que sigue siendo poco conocida en su catálogo.
The Rolling Stones’ ‘Factory Girl’ Explained (1968)
‘Factory Girl’, a track from the Rolling Stones’ Beggars Banquet album, explores themes of humor and caricature through its folk-inspired sound, showcasing Jagger’s character portrayal and the band’s experimentation with tradition.
Rolling Stones chronology: December 23
On December 23 key events in Rolling Stones history include the 1966 release of Glyn Johns’ single featuring Brian Jones and the 1974 farewell concert of The Faces in London.
Bill Wyman on Brian Jones’ Genius in The Rolling Stones
Brian Jones, a pioneering sound innovator for The Rolling Stones, transformed music through his fearless exploration of varied instruments, shaping British rock long before psychedelia emerged, as noted by Bill Wyman.
