THE ROLLING STONES Welcome to Shepherd’s Bush

Commentary from Joe Viglione

This terrific concert adds to the Stones’ legacy, “I Got the Blues” keeps its early integrity, but the sounds captured here include new revelations. “Brand New Car” from 1994’s Voodoo Lounge actually feels like Boston band The Cars trademark riff merged with Chuck Berry. The importance of these releases on Mercury Studios (the old Eagle Rock,) are more essential with fans taking telephone videos in concert and bootleggers almost obsolete. Where rock and roll fans were desperate for live performances in the 70s and 80s, these classic official recordings serve a need, especially for legacy artists like the Rolling Stones. Continue reading THE ROLLING STONES Welcome to Shepherd’s Bush