In the early 1970s the Rolling Stones transformed Villa Nellcôte into a chaotic recording hub for Exile on Main St. amidst financial troubles, drug use, and eccentric guests, exemplifying rock excess and creativity.
The Rolling Stones recorded 25 raw, wild tracks at Sumet-Burnet Studio in 1972, featuring chaotic jams, covers, and a new twist on classics, capturing their unfiltered energy and creative spirit.
The Rolling Stones nearly titled their classic album Exile On Main St. ‘Tropical Disease’, inspired by the chaotic and humid conditions of recording in Keith Richards’ villa basement, influencing the raw sound.
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