The Rolling Stones

The Rolling Stones Perform 'Roll Over Beethoven' Live from 1970 Concert

• In January 1970, The Rolling Stones were in a transitional phase in their career. They had just released the acclaimed album "Let It Bleed" in 1969, w... Read Full Description >

  In January 1970, The Rolling Stones were in a transitional phase in their career. They had just released the acclaimed album "Let It Bleed" in 1969, which featured classic tracks like "Gimme Shelter" and "You Can't Always Get What You Want." This period marked a significant evolution for the band, as they were moving towards a more raw and dynamic sound, influenced by rock, blues, and the tumultuous social landscape of the time. The performance of "Roll Over Beethoven" during their 1970 European Tour was noteworthy for its rarity, as it was one of the few times the band played the Chuck Berry classic live outside of their early years. This recording captures the Stones' energetic stage presence and highlights their connection to rock and roll history, further solidifying their reputation as one of rock's greatest live acts.

Rolling Stones Perform 'Jumping Jack Flash' and 'Roll Over Beethoven' Live in Paris

Palais des Sports
Paris, France

• In January 1970, when the Rolling Stones performed at the Palais des Sports in Paris, they were in a pivotal phase of their career, having recently re... Read Full Description >

  In January 1970, when the Rolling Stones performed at the Palais des Sports in Paris, they were in a pivotal phase of their career, having recently released the album "Let It Bleed" in late 1969, which included iconic tracks such as "Gimme Shelter" and "You Can't Always Get What You Want." This live performance showcased their dynamic stage presence and solidified their reputation as one of the premier live rock bands of the time. Notably, the band's lineup featured Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, and Mick Taylor, marking Taylor’s prominence in the group following his joining in 1969. The concert features classic tracks like "Jumping Jack Flash" and "Roll Over Beethoven," demonstrating their ability to blend rock with blues and other genres, reflecting their ongoing evolution as artists during this exciting period. The live recording captures not only their musical prowess but also the energy surrounding the band as they transitioned into the 1970s.

The Rolling Stones - Live in Berlin 1970 (Full Concert)

Berlin

• On July 1, 1970, The Rolling Stones performed live in Berlin, a pivotal moment during a prolific period in their career. Leading up to this concert, t... Read Full Description >

  On July 1, 1970, The Rolling Stones performed live in Berlin, a pivotal moment during a prolific period in their career. Leading up to this concert, they had released "Let It Bleed" in 1969, which included iconic tracks that showcased their transition into more experimental and darker themes. Following the Berlin performance, they would go on to release "Sticky Fingers" in 1971, further cementing their place in rock history. Notably, the Berlin concert featured a set list that included classics like "Jumping Jack Flash" and "Sympathy for the Devil," capturing the raw energy that defined their live performances during this era. It was just after the turbulent late 1960s, marked by the death of Brian Jones, and the Stones were redefining their sound and stage presence, setting a high bar for their live shows to follow. The clarity and quality of this audience recording make it a significant artifact for fans and historians alike.

The Rolling Stones - Sympathy For The Devil (Live) at Madison Square Garden

Råsunda Stadion
Stockholm, Stockholm County, Sweden

• On September 4, 1970, The Rolling Stones performed "Sympathy for the Devil" live at Madison Square Garden, capturing a pivotal moment in their career ... Read Full Description >

  On September 4, 1970, The Rolling Stones performed "Sympathy for the Devil" live at Madison Square Garden, capturing a pivotal moment in their career as they released "Get Yer Ya-Ya's Out! The Rolling Stones in Concert" the same day. This live album features performances from their 1969 American Tour, showcasing the band's raw energy and charisma, solidifying their status as rock legends. Notably, this concert marked their first major live record, and it contributed significantly to their enduring legacy, presenting a blend of studio hits and live improvisation. Glyn Johns, known for his innovative production techniques, produced the album, helping to capture the electric atmosphere of their live shows. The performance underscores the band’s transition from studio to stage, highlighting their ongoing evolution and the critical acclaim they were garnering, especially in the late '60s and early '70s.

The Rolling Stones Full Concert at Palais des Sports, Paris

Palais des Sports
Paris, Île-de-France, France

• On September 23, 1970, The Rolling Stones were in the midst of their European Tour, having just released the album "Sticky Fingers" in April 1971, whi... Read Full Description >

  On September 23, 1970, The Rolling Stones were in the midst of their European Tour, having just released the album "Sticky Fingers" in April 1971, which featured iconic tracks like "Brown Sugar" and "Wild Horses." However, prior to this live recording, the band was also promoting their earlier work, including "Let It Bleed" from 1969, which solidified their status in rock music. The Palais des Sports concert was notable as it showcased the band's energy and stage presence during a time when they were transitioning to a more polished sound reflective of the 1970s. This performance in Paris came just days after other shows in the city, establishing the band’s popularity in Europe. The recording captures the raw intensity of their live performances, highlighting their ability to connect with a massive audience, even as they navigated the evolving music landscape post-Beatles.

The Rolling Stones Live Concert - Full Concert at Palazzo dello Sport, Rome

Palazzo dello Sport
Rome, Lazio, Italy

• In September 1970, when The Rolling Stones performed at the Palazzo dello Sport in Rome, they were in the midst of an exciting phase of their career. ... Read Full Description >

  In September 1970, when The Rolling Stones performed at the Palazzo dello Sport in Rome, they were in the midst of an exciting phase of their career. Earlier that year, they released their influential album "Sticky Fingers," which featured hits like "Brown Sugar" and "Wild Horses." This live concert was part of their European tour supporting "Sticky Fingers," marking a pivotal moment as the band continued to establish themselves as rock icons after the tumultuous period following Brian Jones's departure in 1969. Notably, this performance was one of a trio of shows in Italy during this tour, showcasing their growing international appeal. The concert not only reflected their dynamic stage presence but also highlighted their evolution as they blended rock with elements of blues and country, solidifying the band's legacy in rock history.

The Rolling Stones Live Full Concert at Festhalle Frankfurt

Festhalle
Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany

• In October 1970, during their European tour, The Rolling Stones were riding high on the success of their album "Let It Bleed," which had been released... Read Full Description >

  In October 1970, during their European tour, The Rolling Stones were riding high on the success of their album "Let It Bleed," which had been released the previous year in 1969. This album featured classic tracks such as "Gimme Shelter" and "You Can't Always Get What You Want," further solidifying their place in rock history. The Frankfurt concert recorded on October 5th took place shortly after the release of "Sticky Fingers," their next studio album, which came out in April 1971 and was notable for its innovative use of the zipper cover design and hit singles like "Brown Sugar." During this live performance, the band showcased their energized stage presence and raw sound, which were hallmarks of their reputation. Interestingly, this particular tour was significant as it marked a transitional period for the band, navigating the aftermath of Brian Jones' departure and integrating Mick Taylor into the lineup, who had joined the band in 1969.

The Rolling Stones Live Full Concert in RAI, Amsterdam (1970)

RAI
Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

• On October 9, 1970, during their European tour, The Rolling Stones performed live at RAI in Amsterdam, marking their only show in the Netherlands that... Read Full Description >

  On October 9, 1970, during their European tour, The Rolling Stones performed live at RAI in Amsterdam, marking their only show in the Netherlands that year. Prior to this concert, the band had released their influential album "Let It Bleed" in 1969, which was followed by their acclaimed "Sticky Fingers" in 1971. This concert was notable as it was the last performance of their European tour, showcasing a mix of their original songs as well as five covers, including "Roll Over Beethoven." By this time, the band was solidifying their status as rock icons, having weathered lineup changes and controversies. The performance in Amsterdam captured the raw energy and charisma that had come to define The Rolling Stones, setting the stage for their continued success in the evolving landscape of rock music.

Live Performance of 'I Got The Blues' by The Rolling Stones at Marquee Club

Marquee Club
London, United Kingdom