Dirty Stones : Mick, Keith and the Sexy Seventies Paperback

No band exuded the glamor, decadence, or downright dirtiness of the Seventies like the Stones. From gilded castles in the English countryside to the sun-soaked beaches of Jamaica and the glittery coast of the French Riviera, Mick Jagger and Keith Richards set off on a rebellious, nonstop party, jet-setting across the globe often just one step ahead of the law in search of the next wild groove.

In Dirty Stones, cultural historian Bob Batchelor dives deep into the tumultuous era that began with the classic album Let It Bleed and ended with Tattoo You. He offers an intimate look at the band during one of their most creative periods. Led by the flamboyant, swaggering Jagger, the Stones cemented their place at the top of the music worldthe biggest and most enduring band in rock history. Their music and style influenced countless artists and helped shape the sound of popular music during the 1970s and beyond.

Whether youve ever belted out Beast of Burden or worn a T-shirt with the iconic lips logo, Dirty Stones will transport you back in time to the pulsing beats, flashing lights, sold-out tours, and the deafening roar of guitar licks filling the night sky. Find out how Mick and Keith climbed Mount Olympus in an age of musicand mythmaking, ultimately transcending pop culture to become the worlds greatest rock godsTHE STONES!