The Best of the Rolling Stones is a compilation album that features some of the most iconic songs from the legendary band. From their early hits like "Satisfaction" and "Paint It Black" to their later hits like "Start Me Up" and "Mixed Emotions," this album has something for everyone.
The album showcases the band's ability to evolve and adapt to changing musical trends over the years. The Rolling Stones have always been known for their gritty, bluesy sound, but they also experimented with other genres like country, funk, and disco, which is evident in songs like "Wild Horses" and "Miss You."
Track 12: Chess Studios, Chicago, November 8, 1964.
Track 13: Regent Studios, London, January 28 & 29, 1964.
Track 14: DECCA Studios, London, November 11, 1963.
Track 15-16: Chess Studios, Chicago, June 10 & 11, 1964.
Tracks 17-119: RCA Studios, LA, CA, March, 1966.
Tracks 20-21: RCA Studios, LA, CA, August, 1966.
Track 22: Chess Studios, Chicago, May 10 & 11, 1965.
Track 23: Regent Studios, London, February, 1965.
Tracks 24-25: Regent Studios, London, January 28 & 29, 1964.
Track 26: Chess Studios, Chicago, June 11, 1964.
German sampler from 1966 with single and EP tracks, "Sonderauflage für den Deutschen Schallplattenclub", winered/red label with golden letters, oval Decca.
Also re-released as an unofficial picture disc and as a unofficial reissue with exactly the same label and cover-design.
The first pressing can be identified by the matrix-number in the runout groove.
Barcodes
Matrix / Runout (Side A, Stamped): LON 7485 A
Matrix / Runout (Side B, etched): London -7485-B
Matrix / Runout: RS-SABEST 1/2
Rights Society: ZAIKS, BIEM
Matrix / Runout (Runout side A): LPD-011500-X Manufactured in Germany
Matrix / Runout (Runout side B): LPD-011501-X Manufactured in Germany
The album also includes some of the band's lesser-known tracks like "She's a Rainbow" and "Fool to Cry," which are just as impressive as their more popular hits. The Best of the Rolling Stones is a must-have for any fan of classic rock and roll and a great introduction to the band for those who are just discovering their music.