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Rolling Stones unreleased: Gotta Know You (version #1)
*Keith Richards on vocals Written by: Jagger/Richards Recorded: Pathé Marconi Studios, Boulogne-Billancourt, France, Dec. 1982 (Undercover sessions) Guest musicians: Jim Barber (guitar, bass)/Chuck Leavell (keyboards)
The Undercover sessions at Pathé Marconi Studios in Paris, held between 1982 and 1983, marked a crucial period for The Rolling Stones as they experimented with new sounds and production techniques. These sessions, known for their intensity and creative tension, produced not only the tracks that would make it onto Undercover but also several outtakes and unreleased recordings that have since become highly sought after by collectors.
One of the most intriguing bootlegs from this era is The Art Collins Tapes (later followed by The Art Collinsd Tapes and More…) named after the band’s former executive at Rolling Stones Records. These recordings provide a fascinating glimpse into the raw, unpolished versions of Undercover material, along with alternate takes and unfinished ideas that showcase the band’s creative process. The tapes include early versions of songs like Too Much Blood, Tie You Up (The Pain of Love), and She Was Hot, often featuring different lyrics, extended instrumental sections, or a rougher, more stripped-down production style.
What makes these sessions particularly interesting is the band’s embrace of contemporary influences, including elements of punk, reggae, and early ‘80s new wave. Mick Jagger was particularly keen on pushing the band’s sound forward, while Keith Richards, true to form, remained rooted in the classic Stones approach. This clash of perspectives resulted in a dynamic and sometimes chaotic creative process, which is evident in the Art Collins Tapes.
For hardcore fans, these recordings offer a behind-the-scenes look at an often-overlooked era of the Stones’ history. They capture a band still evolving, still taking risks, and still capable of producing music that was both edgy and unmistakably Rolling Stones.
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