On January 12, 1965, one of the most iconic albums in music history was recorded: "The Rolling Stones No. 2" by The Rolling Stones. The album was recorded in just two days at the famous Chess Studios in Chicago, where many legendary blues artists had also recorded.
The album features some of the band's most memorable songs, including "Time Is on My Side," "Under the Boardwalk," and "Pain in My Heart." It showcases the raw energy and blues-influenced sound that would become the hallmark of the Rolling Stones' music.
During the recording sessions, the band worked with producer Ron Malo and engineer Ron Sell, who had previously worked with Chuck Berry and other Chess Records artists. The studio's unique acoustics and vintage equipment helped shape the album's distinctive sound.
One interesting story from the recording sessions involves the song "Little Red Rooster." Originally written and recorded by Willie Dixon, the song features a slide guitar part that was played by Brian Jones. According to legend, Jones was having trouble nailing the part, so Mick Jagger stepped in and played it instead. However, Jones was credited with the performance on the album sleeve.
"The Rolling Stones No. 2" was released in the UK on January 15, 1965, and reached number one on the charts. It was also released in the US, but with a different track listing, as "The Rolling Stones Now!" The album helped establish the Rolling Stones as one of the most exciting and influential bands of the 1960s, and cemented their status as rock and roll legends.
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