Album Information:
Album ID: 10238
About The Rolling Stones:
The Rolling Stones are a British rock band that emerged during the 1960s and are widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential bands in the history of rock music. The group was formed in London, England in 1962, and consisted of Mick Jagger (vocals), Keith Richards (guitar), Brian Jones (guitar), Bill Wyman (bass), Charlie Watts (drums), and Ian Stewart (piano).
The band was heavily influenced by American blues, and they quickly made a name for themselves by playing raw, energetic rock and roll that was different from anything else that was popular at the time. Their early hits, such as 'Satisfaction,' 'Paint It Black,' and 'Jumpin’ Jack Flash,' quickly established them as one of the most popular and successful bands in the world.
The Rolling Stones continued to experiment with new sounds and styles throughout the 1960s and 1970s, incorporating elements of country, funk, and even disco into their music. They also became known for their electrifying live shows, which featured Jagger's flamboyant stage presence and the band's high-octane performances.
Over the course of their career, the Rolling Stones have released numerous classic albums, including 'Let It Bleed,' 'Sticky Fingers,' and 'Exile on Main St.' They have sold more than 250 million records worldwide, making them one of the best-selling bands of all time.
Throughout their long career, the Rolling Stones have weathered numerous changes and tragedies. Brian Jones left the band in 1969 and tragically died shortly thereafter. Mick Taylor replaced Jones, but left the band in 1974, and was eventually replaced by Ron Wood. The Rolling Stones have also faced numerous personal challenges, including drug addiction and legal troubles.
Despite these obstacles, the Rolling Stones have continued to release new music and tour to this day, with Jagger and Richards remaining the band's core members. Their music remains as popular and influential as ever, and their legacy as one of the most important bands in the history of rock and roll is secure.
About the album Aftermath:
Aftermath, released in 1966, was the fourth studio album by The Rolling Stones. It was a landmark album for the band, representing a major evolution in their sound and musical style. The album was primarily composed of original songs written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards.
The album featured several hit singles, including 'Paint It Black' and 'Under My Thumb'. 'Paint It Black' was a departure from the band's previous blues rock sound, featuring an Eastern influenced melody and heavy use of sitar. 'Under My Thumb' was a more upbeat track with a catchy riff and controversial lyrics that were criticized for being sexist.
One of the most notable features of Aftermath was the use of unconventional instruments like dulcimer, marimba, and harpsichord, which added a new dimension to the band's sound. The album also showcased a diverse range of musical styles, including folk, country, and psychedelic rock.
Another standout track on the album was 'Mother's Little Helper', which tackled the issue of prescription drug abuse among housewives in the 1960s. The song's catchy melody and satire made it a popular hit.
Overall, Aftermath was a groundbreaking album for The Rolling Stones and helped establish them as one of the most influential bands of their generation. Its innovative use of instruments and fusion of different musical styles paved the way for the band's future experimentation and evolution of their sound.
Members:
The Rolling Stones are one of the most iconic and enduring rock bands of all time. Here are the key members of the band with brief biographies:
Mick Jagger - lead vocals, harmonica: Born in 1943 in Dartford, England, Jagger co-founded the Rolling Stones in 1962 with Keith Richards. Widely considered one of the greatest frontmen in rock history, Jagger is known for his dynamic stage presence, charisma, and distinctive voice.
Keith Richards - guitar, vocals: Born in 1943 in Dartford, England, Richards grew up with Jagger and formed a strong musical bond with him as a teen. Richards is known for his signature riffs and bluesy, raw guitar sound.
Charlie Watts - drums: Born in 1941 in London, England, Watts joined the Rolling Stones in 1963. He is known for his jazz-influenced drumming style and steady beats.
Ronnie Wood - guitar, vocals: Born in 1947 in Hillingdon, Middlesex, England, Wood joined the Rolling Stones in 1975. Prior to joining the band, he was a member of the bands The Jeff Beck Group and the Faces. He is known for his energetic guitar playing and harmonies with Jagger.
Brian Jones - guitar, harmonica, sitar: Born in 1942 in Cheltenham, England, Jones co-founded the Rolling Stones in 1962 with Jagger and Richards. He was a multi-instrumentalist and innovator who experimented with different genres and instruments. He tragically died in 1969 at the age of 27.
Bill Wyman - bass, vocals: Born in 1936 in London, England, Wyman joined the Rolling Stones in 1962 and was the band's bassist until 1993. He is known for his steady bass lines and songwriting contributions.
Note: This is focused on the key members of the band. There were also other members throughout the decades who contributed to the Rolling Stones' sound and success.
Track List for Aftermath:
Track 1: 'Mother's Little Helper' (2:45) - A satirical song about the use of prescription drugs, particularly among American housewives in the 60s. It features a catchy guitar riff and a harmonica solo.
Track 2: 'Stupid Girl' (2:56) - A song criticizing a woman for her shallow and materialistic nature. It features a bluesy guitar solo and horns.
Track 3: 'Lady Jane' (3:08) - A graceful ballad that tells the story of a medieval lady and her courtly love. The song features a harpsichord and a string quartet arrangement.
Track 4: 'Under My Thumb' (3:41) - A controversial song that became infamous for its seemingly sexist lyrics. It features a memorable bass line and a marimba solo.
Track 5: 'Doncha Bother Me' (2:41) - A bluesy rock song featuring slide guitar and harmonica. The lyrics talk about the narrator's desire for solitude.
Track 6: 'Going Home' (11:35) - The longest track on the album, it features an extended jam session with each band member taking turns to showcase their musical skills.
Track 7: 'Flight 505' (3:27) - A fast-paced rock song with a memorable guitar riff. The lyrics tell the story of a plane journey.
Track 8: 'High and Dry' (3:08) - A slow, bluesy song about a man whose lover leaves him. It features a piano and harmonica.
Track 9: 'Out of Time' (5:37) - A soulful ballad about a man who realizes he's lost his lover. It features a strings arrangement and a horn solo.
Track 10: 'It's Not Easy' (2:56) - A catchy pop song featuring a distinctive piano riff. The lyrics talk about the struggles of being in a relationship.
Track 11: 'I Am Waiting' (3:11) - A haunting ballad with a distinctive sitar sound. The lyrics describe the narrator's feelings of waiting for something or someone.
Track 12: 'Take It or Leave It' (2:47) - A fast-paced rock song with a memorable guitar riff. The lyrics talk about a man who is confident in his abilities.
Track 13: 'Think' (3:09) - A bluesy rock song with a harmonica and saxophone. The lyrics talk about the narrator's expectations of his lover.
Track 14: 'What to Do' (2:30) - A catchy pop song with harmonica and organ. The lyrics describe the struggles of making a decision.
Discography for The Rolling Stones:
Here is the complete discography for The Rolling Stones in chronological order, including all albums, all singles, and all other releases with their respective release dates:
Albums:
1. The Rolling Stones (UK) - April 16, 1964
2. 12 x 5 - October 17, 1964
3. The Rolling Stones No. 2 (UK) - January 15, 1965
4. The Rolling Stones, Now! - February 13, 1965
5. Out of Our Heads (US) - July 30, 1965
6. Out of Our Heads (UK) - September 24, 1965
7. December's Children (And Everybody's) - December 4, 1965
8. Aftermath (UK) - April 15, 1966
9. Aftermath (US) - June 2, 1966
10. Between the Buttons (UK) - January 20, 1967
11. Flowers (US) - June 26, 1967
12. Their Satanic Majesties Request - December 8, 1967
13. Beggars Banquet - December 6, 1968
14. Let It Bleed - December 5, 1969
15. Sticky Fingers - April 23, 1971
16. Exile on Main St. - May 12, 1972
17. Goats Head Soup - August 31, 1973
18. It's Only Rock 'n Roll - October 18, 1974
19. Black and Blue - April 23, 1976
20. Some Girls - June 9, 1978
21. Emotional Rescue - June 20, 1980
22. Tattoo You - August 24, 1981
23. Undercover - November 7, 1983
24. Dirty Work - March 24, 1986
25. Steel Wheels - August 19, 1989
26. Voodoo Lounge - July 11, 1994
27. Bridges to Babylon - September 29, 1997
28. A Bigger Bang - September 6, 2005
29. Blue & Lonesome - December 2, 2016
Singles:
1. 'Come On' b/w 'I Want to Be Loved' - June 7, 1963
2. 'I Wanna Be Your Man' b/w 'Stoned' - November 1, 1963
3. 'Not Fade Away' b/w 'Little by Little' - February 21, 1964
4. 'It's All Over Now' b/w 'Good Times, Bad Times' - June 26, 1964
5. 'Tell Me (You're Coming Back)' b/w 'Carol' - June 26, 1964
6. 'Time Is on My Side' b/w 'Congratulations' - September 26, 1964
7. 'Little Red Rooster' b/w 'Off the Hook' - November 13, 1964
8. 'Heart of Stone' b/w 'What a Shame' - December 19, 1964
9. 'The Last Time' b/w 'Play with Fire' - February 26, 1965
10. '(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction' b/w 'The Under Assistant West Coast Promotion Man' - June 6, 1965
11. 'Get Off of My Cloud' b/w 'I'm Free' - September 25, 1965
12. 'As Tears Go By' b/w 'Gotta Get Away' - December 17, 1965
13. '19th Nervous Breakdown' b/w 'As Tears Go By' - February 4, 1966
14. 'Paint It, Black' b/w 'Stupid Girl' - May 13, 1966
15. 'Mother's Little Helper' b/w 'Lady Jane' - July 1, 1966
16. 'Have You Seen Your Mother, Baby, Standing in the Shadow?' b/w 'Who's Driving Your Plane?' - September 23, 1966
17. 'Let's Spend the Night Together' b/w 'Ruby Tuesday' - January 13, 1967
18. 'We Love You' b/w 'Dandelion' - August 18, 1967
19. 'Jumpin' Jack Flash' b/w 'Child of the Moon' - May 24, 1968
20. 'Street Fighting Man' b/w 'No Expectations' - August 31, 1968
21. 'Honky Tonk Women' b/w 'You Can't Always Get What You Want' - July 4, 1969
22. 'Brown Sugar' b/w 'Bitch' - April 16, 1971
23. 'Wild Horses' b/w 'Sway' - June 12, 1971
24. 'Tumbling Dice' b/w 'Sweet Black Angel' - April 14, 1972
25. 'Happy' b/w 'All Down the Line' - July 15, 1972
26. 'Angie' b/w 'Silver Train' - August 20, 1973
27. 'Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo (Heartbreaker)' b/w 'Dancing with Mr. D' - April 26, 1974
28. 'It's Only Rock 'n Roll (But I Like It)' b/w 'Through the Lonely Nights' - July 26, 1974
29. 'Ain't Too Proud to Beg' b/w 'Dance Little Sister' - July 18, 1975
30. 'Fool to Cry' b/w 'Crazy Mama' - April 23, 1976
31. 'Hot Stuff' b/w 'Fool to Cry' - June 20, 1976
32. 'Miss You' b/w 'Far Away Eyes' - May 10, 1978
33. 'Beast of Burden' b/w 'When the Whip Comes Down' - September 8, 1978
34. 'Respectable' b/w 'When the Whip Comes Down' (Live) - April 27, 1979
35. 'Shattered' b/w 'Everything Is Turning to Gold' - October 12, 1978
36. 'Emotional Rescue' b/w 'Down in the Hole' - June 20, 1980
37. 'She's So Cold' b/w 'Send It to Me' - July 17, 1980
38. 'Start Me Up' b/w 'No Use in Crying' - August 14, 1981
39. 'Waiting on a Friend' b/w 'Little T&A' - June 21, 1982
40. 'Hang Fire' b/w 'Neighbours' - June 28, 1982
41. 'Going to a Go-Go' (Live) b/w 'Beast of Burden' (Live) - November 2, 1982
42. 'Undercover of the Night' b/w 'All the Way Down' - November 1, 1983
43. 'She Was Hot' b/w 'I Think I'm Going Mad' - July 20, 1984
44. 'Harlem Shuffle' b/w 'Had It with You' - February 23, 1986
45. 'One Hit (To the Body)' b/w 'Fight' - April 14, 1986
46. 'Mixed Emotions' b/w 'Fancyman Blues' - August 21, 1989
47. 'Rock and a Hard Place' b/w 'Cook Cook Blues' - November 17, 1989
48. 'Almost Hear You Sigh' b/w 'Break the Spell' - April 19, 1990
49. 'Highwire' b/w '2000 Light Years from Home' (Live) - March 1, 1991
50. 'Sex Drive' b/w 'The Spider and the Fly' (Live) - June 29, 1991
51. 'Love Is Strong' b/w 'The Storm' - August 22, 1994
52. 'You Got Me Rocking' b/w 'Jump on Top of Me' - September 26, 1994
53. 'Out of Tears' b/w 'I'm Gonna Drive' - December 1994
54. 'I Go Wild' b/w 'The Rolling Stones' 'Out of Tears' Symphony-' February 3, 1995
55. 'Like a Rolling Stone' b/w 'Black Limousine' (Live) - July 1995
56. 'Wild Horses' (Live) b/w 'Live with Me' (Live) - November 1995
57. 'Anybody Seen My Baby?' b/w 'Moonlight Mile' (Live) - September 22, 1997
58. 'Saint of Me' b/w 'Anyway You Look at It' - February 23, 1998
59. 'Out of Control' b/w 'Out of Control' (Live) - August 16, 1998
60. 'Don't Stop' b/w 'Miss You' (Live) - November 16, 2002
61. 'Streets of Love' b/w 'Rough Justice' - July 11, 2005
62. 'Rain Fall Down' b/w 'Dance (Pt. 1)' - November 7, 2005
63. 'Biggest Mistake' b/w 'Dance Pt. 2' - August 21, 2006
64. 'Plundered My Soul' b/w 'All Down the Line' (Live) - April 17, 2010
65. 'No Spare Parts' b/w 'Before They Make Me Run' (Live) - November 14, 2011
66. 'Doom and Gloom' b/w 'One More Shot' - October 11, 2012
Other releases:
1. The Rolling Stones EP - January 17, 1964
2. Five by Five EP - August 14, 1964
3. Got Live If You Want It! EP - November 11, 1966
4. Jamming with Edward! - December 7, 1972
5. Time Waits for No One: Anthology 1971–1977 - September 2, 1979
6. Sucking in the Seventies - April 14, 1981
7. Rewind (1971–1984) - June 24, 1984
8. Singles Collection: The London Years - August 26, 1989
9. Flashpoint - April 1991
10. Jump Back: The Best of The Rolling Stones - November 1993
11. Stripped - April 13, 1995
12. The Rolling Stones Rock and Roll Circus - October 12, 1996
13. Bridges to Babylon Tour '97–98 - November 10, 1998
14. Forty Licks - September 30, 2002
15. Rarities 1971–2003 - November 22, 2005
16. The Biggest Bang - June 11, 2007
17. GRRR! - November 9, 2012.