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The Rest Is HistoryThe Rolling StonesApr 23, 2025

559. The Rolling Stones: Satanic Majesties of Sixties Rebellion (Part 2)

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559. The Rolling Stones: Satanic Majesties of Sixties Rebellion (Part 2) mentions The Sound of the City by Charlie Gillick, The Murder of Brian Jones by Anna Volin, Never Had It So Good, and Groovy Bob by Harriet Viner with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.

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The Sound of the City

Charlie Gillick

there's a brilliant discussion of this in a book by Charlie Gillick called The Sound of the City.

The Murder of Brian Jones

Anna Volin

If you go on the internet, there are demented conspiracy theories.

Never Had It So Good

He gave my first book, Never Had It So Good, a disobliging review.

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"We're not worried about petty morals." What happened to the Rolling Stones in 1967 to see them on the brink of imprisonment and mass censure, while at the height of their success, with fame, fortune, mansions, world tours, and best selling albums to their names? Was Brian Jones, the band's founder, murdered, after being found floating in his swimming pool? Under what pressures and against the backdrop of what other controversies, did they produce some of the best rock albums of all time? And, what occurred during their infamously deadly concert at the Altamont Raceway…? Join Dominic and Tom as they discuss the uproarious climax of the Rolling Stones’ extraordinary career: their entanglements with the law, the evolution of their sound, their personal lives; sex, drugs, death, and the birth of rock… EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/restishistory Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Tabby Syrett + Aaliyah Akude

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The Sound of the City

Charlie Gillick

The host references 'The Sound of the City' to illustrate the significant cultural shift in music from the carefree p…

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The Murder of Brian Jones

Anna Volin

The host discusses the mysterious circumstances surrounding Brian Jones' death and references Anna Volin's book to hi…

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Never Had It So Good

The host mentions the book 'Never Had It So Good' in the context of a disobliging review it received from Richard Got…

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Groovy Bob

Harriet Viner

The host mentions 'Groovy Bob' in the context of Mick Jagger's social circle during the late 60s. This reference high…

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Adonis Shelley's elegy on the death of Keats

The host mentions Mick Jagger reading 'Adonis Shelley's elegy on the death of Keats' to draw a parallel between John…

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The conversation centers on Brian Jones' final days.
A second recurring theme is Mick Jagger reading Shelley.
Referenced books include The Sound of the City by Charlie Gillick and The Murder of Brian Jones by Anna Volin.
The strongest audience signal points to music historians and enthusiasts and Fans of rock history and true crime enthusiasts.

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Brian Jones' final days(1)Mick Jagger reading Shelley(1)Mick Jagger's lifestyle(1)review of Never Had It(1)shift from pop to rock(1)

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Deep Dive(2)Passing Reference(2)Critical Analysis(1)

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music historians and enthusiastsFans of rock history and true crime enthusiastsReaders interested in British social history and political analysis.Listeners interested in rock history and cultural figuresFans of poetry and music history

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The Sound of the City

Charlie Gillick

Best for music historians and enthusiastsOften cited around shift from pop to rock

“There's a brilliant discussion of this in a book by Charlie Gillick called The Sound of the City. He talks about what a contrived and artificial sort of cleavage it is between pop and rock.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: shift from pop to rock

For: music historians and enthusiasts

Key quote: “there's a brilliant discussion of this in a book by Charlie Gillick called The Sound of the City.”

The host references 'The Sound of the City' to illustrate the significant cultural shift in music from the carefree pop of the early 60s to the more serious and introspective rock of the late 60s. Charlie Gillick's analysis highlights how this transition was influenced by the changing demographics and desires of the audience, as well as the music industry's response to these changes.

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The Murder of Brian Jones

Anna Volin

Best for Fans of rock history and true crime enthusiastsOften cited around Brian Jones' final days

“The excerpt refers to The Murder of Brian Jones, which is part of the same book mentioned earlier by Anna Volin.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: Brian Jones' final days

For: Fans of rock history and true crime enthusiasts

Key quote: “If you go on the internet, there are demented conspiracy theories.”

The host discusses the mysterious circumstances surrounding Brian Jones' death and references Anna Volin's book to highlight the various conspiracy theories and allegations of murder that have emerged over the years. This mention serves to provide context to the chaotic and tragic life of Jones, as well as the speculation that continues to surround his untimely demise.

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Never Had It So Good

Best for Readers interested in British social history and political analysis.Often cited around review of Never Had It

“He gave my first book, Never Had It So Good, a disobliging review. Okay, well, let's diss him.”

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Sentiment: Critical Analysis

Trigger: review of Never Had It

For: Readers interested in British social history and political analysis.

Key quote: “He gave my first book, Never Had It So Good, a disobliging review.”

The host mentions the book 'Never Had It So Good' in the context of a disobliging review it received from Richard Gott, who criticized its lack of focus on the Cuban Revolution. This highlights the tension between cultural events and political discourse in Britain during that era.

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Groovy Bob

Harriet Viner

Best for Listeners interested in rock history and cultural figuresOften cited around Mick Jagger's lifestyle

“If you read Harriet Viner's biography of him, Groovy Bob, there's some lovely letters from Jagger and Richards.”

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Sentiment: Passing Reference

Trigger: Mick Jagger's lifestyle

For: Listeners interested in rock history and cultural figures

Key quote: “So Robert Fraser is called Groovy Bob, isn't he? Groovy Bob.”

The host mentions 'Groovy Bob' in the context of Mick Jagger's social circle during the late 60s. This reference highlights the eclectic mix of personalities surrounding Jagger, emphasizing the cultural atmosphere of the time.

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Adonis Shelley's elegy on the death of Keats

Best for Fans of poetry and music historyOften cited around Mick Jagger reading Shelley

“Mick Jagger, of course, reading Adonis Shelley's elegy on the death of Keats.”

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Sentiment: Passing Reference

Trigger: Mick Jagger reading Shelley

For: Fans of poetry and music history

Key quote: “Mick Jagger, of course, reading Adonis Shelley's elegy on the death of Keats.”

The host mentions Mick Jagger reading 'Adonis Shelley's elegy on the death of Keats' to draw a parallel between John Keats and Brian Jones. This reference serves to highlight the tragic nature of Brian Jones's life and death in the context of the 1960s music scene.

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