“It Must Be Hell,” closing The Rolling Stones’ 1983 album Undercover, blends recycled riffs with Cold War politics. Despite Mick Jagger’s intensity and strong performances, it hints at fading brilliance.
‘Undercover of the Night’, released in 1983 by the Rolling Stones, is a political anthem highlighting corruption and violence in Central and South America during the early ’80s. Influenced by William Burroughs’ novel, its vivid imagery reflects military oppression and exploitation, while the controversial music video further emphasizes its dark themes and artistic risk.
This alternate take of ‘Feel On Baby’, recorded in early 1983 with Keith Richards on vocals, showcases a more intimate and raw rendition compared to the final album version. This unreleased track from the Art Collins tapes highlights the Rolling Stones’ creative experimentation, blending funk influences with echoing guitar licks and hypnotic rhythms.
‘She Was Hot’ by The Rolling Stones features energetic lyrics about desire and rebellion, alongside a provocative music video starring Anita Morris. The single was a highlight from the Undercover album, accompanied by the cult-status B-side ‘I Think I’m Going Mad’.
Rolling Stones songs: I Think I’m Going Mad I know my mind’s afloat/ Sometimes I feel so young and sometimes I feel so old… Written by: Jagger/RichardsRecorded: Compass Point Studios, Nassau, Bahamas, […]
Keith Richards, when he was asked about the Stones penchant for “writing songs about sex and drugs and rock and roll” “We don’t know much about anything else. It seems that and […]
Rolling Stones on video: Mick Jagger interview with Jools Holland for ‘The Tube’ Channel 4, UK TV, October 28 1983 *Click for MORE STONES ON VIDEO The Tube was one of the coolest […]
Rolling Stones on video: A “killer” performance! Keith joins Jerry Lee Lewis on Chuck Berry’s ‘Little Queenie’ Salute!, US TV, July 16 1983*Click for MORE STONES ON VIDEO In 1983, two rock icons, […]
Rolling Stones on video: Keith Richards joins Jerry Lee Lewis on ‘High School Confidential’ Salute!, MCA, US TV, July 16, 1983, hosted by Dick Clark) With guest Gary Busey on lead vocals. […]
Rolling Stones unreleased: Wanna Hold You (alternate take) Written by: Jagger/Richards Recorded: EMI Pathé Marconi Studios, Boulogne-Billancourt, France, Nov. 1-Dec. 16 1982 ; Compass Point Studios, Nassau, Bahamas, May 1983; The Hit […]
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