The Rolling Stones, live on BBC Radio, 1964 – 1965

‘In view of the past increase of interest in rhythm & blues groups in Britain, an exceptionally good future is predicted for us by many people,’ Brian Jones wrote to the BBC in January 1963. His audition request was turned down, but they’d soon changed their mind, and between that autumn and the summer of 1965, the Stones recorded numerous radio sessions for the Beeb. This, the third of three volumes, captures them between July 1964 and August 1965, playing an increasing number of their own songs. Containing some of the most vital British R&B ever recorded, it’s essential for serious Stones fans, and comes together with background notes and images.

Side 1 Tracks 1-4 recorded at Broadcasting House, London, July 17th 1964 / broadcast on Top Gear, July 23rd, hosted by Brian Matthew. Tracks 5-6 recorded at the Playhouse Theatre, London, October 8th 1964 / broadcast on Rhythm & Blues (BBC Worldwide Service), October 31st, hosted by Alexis Korner. Tracks 7-10 recorded at the Playhouse Theatre, London, March 1st 1965 / broadcast on Top Gear, March 6th, hosted by Brian Matthew.

Side 2 Tracks 1-3 recorded for ABC Television at the NME Pollwinners’ Concert, Wembley Empire Pool, London, April 11th 1965 / broadcast on Big Beat 65, April 18th. Tracks 4-9 recorded at Maida Vale Studios, London, August 20th / broadcast on Yeh! Yeh!, August 30th, hosted by Tony Hall. Tracks 10-11 recorded at Maida Vale Studios, London, August 20th / broadcast on Saturday Club, September 18th, hosted by Brian Matthew.