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Rolling Stones on video:The Rolling Stones on The Mike Douglas Show (KYW-TV3, Cleveland, US TV, June 18 1964)
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The Rolling Stones’ appearance on The Mike Douglas Show in 1964 was a key moment in their early American journey, showcasing the raw energy and rebellious charm that set them apart. Fresh off their U.S. debut album release, the Stones were on a mission to make their mark across the Atlantic, and this TV spot was a crucial step in building their stateside fan base.
Among other songs, the Stones performed their hit cover of Buddy Holly’s Not Fade Away, delivering an electrifying performance that highlighted their blues-influenced sound and edgy style. Mick Jagger’s magnetic stage presence and Keith Richards’ gritty guitar riffs captured the attention of a younger audience hungry for something different from the polished pop acts dominating the charts.
Their appearance also included an interview segment, where the Stones’ casual, anti-establishment attitude clashed with the more traditional, family-oriented vibe of the show. This stark contrast only fueled their image as the bad boys of rock, an identity that set them apart from their contemporaries, like The Beatles. While The Beatles were clean-cut charmers, the Stones were raw, rebellious, and unapologetically themselves.
Though brief, their stint on The Mike Douglas Show helped cement their reputation as a force to be reckoned with. It was a snapshot of a band on the brink of superstardom, laying the groundwork for the decades of musical dominance that would follow. For the Stones, 1964 wasn’t just the beginning—it was a revolution in the making.
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