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Rolling Stones On Video: Mick and Jeff Beck playing Jimi Hendrix’s ‘Foxy Lady‘
From the day of the shooting of Mick’s Throwaway video at The Country Club, Los Angeles, Oct. 20 1987
From The Complete Works page: Also the band jammed during breaks (the first two songs are unverified): Don’t You Lie To Me/ Little Queenie/ Whole Lot Of Shakin’ In My Heart/ Little Red Rooster/ Mystery Train/ Sex Machine/ Carol/ Just Another Night/ Miss You Line-up: Mick Jagger (vocals)/ Jeff Beck (guitar)/ Doug Wimbish (bass)/ Terry Bozio (drums)/ Phil Ashley (keyboards), plus three female back-up singers
In 1987, Mick Jagger teamed up with legendary guitarist Jeff Beck for a collaboration that blended two of rock’s most distinctive talents. The partnership came as Jagger was working on his second solo album, Primitive Cool, a follow-up to his 1985 solo debut, She’s the Boss. Beck’s fiery guitar work added a raw edge to several tracks, complementing Jagger’s unmistakable vocals and lyrical style.
Jeff Beck contributed to the tracks Throwaway (including a jam featuring Hendrix’s Foxy Lady the day they shot the promotional video of the song) and Lucky in Love, among others, showcasing his signature virtuosity with searing riffs and intricate solos. The collaboration highlighted Beck’s ability to adapt his blues-rock foundation to Jagger’s pop-oriented solo ambitions. Their combined efforts resulted in a sound that was both polished and edgy, reflecting the evolving landscape of 1980s rock music.
The partnership wasn’t without its challenges. Beck, known for his perfectionism, and Jagger, driven by his pop instincts, occasionally clashed during the sessions. However, their mutual respect as artists allowed them to create memorable tracks that stood out in Jagger’s solo catalog.
The 1987 collaboration between Mick Jagger and Jeff Beck still remains a fascinating chapter in both artists’ careers, underscoring their willingness to experiment and push the boundaries of their respective styles.
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