Beggars Banquet
The Rolling Stones
Beggars Banquet, the iconic album by The Rolling Stones, holds a special place in music history as it marked their return to their blues roots in 1968.
This masterpiece was widely recognized and celebrated as one of their greatest achievements. The album exudes a strong and authentic acoustic Delta Blues essence that can be felt throughout, especially in tracks like “Prodigal Son” and the soulful collaboration of Jagger/Richards in “No Expectations.”
While embracing their bluesy side, The Rolling Stones did not neglect their rock ‘n’ roll spirit, as evident in the powerful and socially charged anthems “Street Fighting Man” and “Sympathy for the Devil.”
The profound and biting lyrics showcased in this album solidify its reputation as one of the finest blues-based rock albums of all time.
With its release on a 180-gram black LP, Beggars Banquet becomes a must-have for any music enthusiast’s collection. The track listings, spread across two discs, include a diverse range of gems such as “Jigsaw Puzzle,” “Stray Cat Blues,” “Factory Girl,” and the uplifting finale of “Salt of the Earth.” Beggars Banquet encapsulates The Rolling Stones’ genius, creativity, and unwavering commitment to their craft, making it a timeless and essential addition to any music lover’s library.
The Rolling Stones returned to their blues roots on 1968’s Beggars Banquet, which was immediately acclaimed as one of their landmark achievements.
A strong, acoustic Delta Blues flavor colors much of the album, particularly “Prodigal Son” and Jagger/Richards’ “No Expectations.” Basic rock `n’ roll is not forgotten with “Street Fighting Man” and “Sympathy for the Devil.”
The lyrical bite of the material ensured its place as one of the best blues-based rock albums of all time. 180-gram black LP.
Track Listings
Disc: 1
1 Sympathy for the Devil
2 No Expectations
3 Dear Doctor
4 Parachute Woman
Disc: 2
1 Jigsaw Puzzle
2 Street Fighting Man
3 Prodigal Son
4 Stray Cat Blues
5 Factory Girl
6 Salt of the Earth
