The unreleased alternate take of ‘Had It With You’ reveals the Rolling Stones’ internal tensions during the fractured Dirty Work sessions, transforming personal conflict into raw, honest musical expression.
‘Never Make Me Cry’ is an unreleased Rolling Stones track from the Some Girls sessions, showcasing a softer, introspective side of the band with mellow guitars and gentle vocals, highlighting their musical versatility.
‘Train Song’, an unreleased Rolling Stones track, showcases an emotional, raw moment from the 1977 Some Girls sessions, revealing vulnerability before evolving into ‘All About You’ for 1980’s Emotional Rescue.
‘Jah Is Not Dead’ shows the Rolling Stones’ reggae evolution, blending acapella spirituality and fiery guitar work, inspired by the film Rockers and featuring Max Romeo and Boz Scaggs.
‘Goodbye Girl’, an unreleased song by The Rolling Stones written by Bill Wyman, was recorded on November 8, 1964, at Chess Studios, showcasing their early blues influence and lyrical depth.
This alternate take of ‘Crazy Mama’ showcases a raw, untamed version recorded in Rotterdam in 1975, highlighting the Rolling Stones’ unpredictable energy and musicianship before polish for release.
‘Loving You Is Sweeter Than Ever’, originally by the Four Tops and co-written by Stevie Wonder, was reinterpreted by the Rolling Stones in 1985, blending Motown charm with rock swagger.
‘All Mixed Up’, recorded by The Rolling Stones in 1982, showcases their blues roots through both instrumental and vocal versions, reflecting their creative evolution and enduring connection to tradition.
The Rolling Stones’ mobile studio revolutionized their recording process, allowing spontaneity and freedom. This innovation, exemplified during the Sticky Fingers sessions at Stargroves, reshaped their sound and creative approach.
The Rolling Stones’ 1968 rehearsals featured an unreleased cover of Slim Harpo’s ‘My Home Is a Prison’, showcasing their blues roots and transition to a raw sound before Beggars Banquet.
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