THE ROLLING STONES – "Black and Blue" 12" Vinyl LP Album

- 1976 Made in Holland

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“Black and Blue” captures The Rolling Stones at a turning point — reinventing themselves amid lineup changes and shifting musical trends. Recorded between 1974 and 1976 at Musicland Studios in Munich, the album blends rock, funk, soul, and reggae with the raw swagger that defines the Stones. It marked Ronnie Wood’s unofficial debut while guest guitarists Harvey Mandel and Wayne Perkins helped shape its experimental sound. Produced by the Glimmer Twins, this record stands as a funky, groove-driven chronicle of a band refusing to sit still.

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Album Description:

“Black and Blue” captures the Rolling Stones in the middle of reinvention. Recorded between 1974 and 1976, it marks their search for a new guitarist after Mick Taylor’s sudden exit from the band. The album became both a testing ground and a showcase of shifting styles — blending rock, funk, soul, and reggae influences with the Stones’ unmistakable swagger.

The main recording sessions took place at Musicland Studios in Munich, Germany. Before those sessions, the band held extensive rehearsals and auditions at De Doelen concert hall in Rotterdam in January 1975. These were private working sessions without a public audience, though a few journalists and insiders were present. The Rotterdam recordings were mainly used to test potential replacements for Taylor rather than to produce finished tracks.

Among those auditioning were Jeff Beck, Harvey Mandel, Wayne Perkins, and Ronnie Wood. Each guitarist brought their own character to the sessions — Mandel’s fluid technique, Perkins’s soulful phrasing, and Wood’s loose, rhythmic energy. In the end, Ronnie Wood was chosen as Mick Taylor’s permanent successor, officially joining the band in 1975. However, he does not play on every track of “Black and Blue”; several songs still feature Perkins and Mandel.

Additional overdubs and mixing were later completed at Mountain Studios in Montreux, Switzerland, and at Electric Lady Studios in New York City. These final sessions polished the album’s adventurous mix of genres — from the slinky funk of “Hot Stuff” to the soulful ballad “Fool to Cry” and the reggae groove of “Cherry Oh Baby.” The production, credited to the Glimmer Twins (Jagger and Richards), emphasized a looser, more spontaneous sound than the tightly structured albums that came before.

Contrary to some retellings, the album cover itself — a close-up portrait of Jagger and Richards shot by photographer Hiro — was not controversial. The uproar came from a 1976 billboard advertisement that showed a bound woman with the slogan “I’m Black and Blue from the Rolling Stones — and I love it!” which was quickly criticized for its sexist overtones. The album, however, remained a statement of experimentation rather than provocation.

“Black and Blue” may not have been a unified masterpiece, but it stood as a raw document of transition — a band regrouping, adapting, and refusing to stagnate. Through the haze of mid-’70s excess, the Stones used these sessions to redefine their sound, proving that even in moments of uncertainty, their creative pulse was still strong.

Album Key Details: Genre, Label, Format & Release Info

Music Genre:

English Rock

The Rolling Stones’ “Black and Blue” blends hard rock, funk, and reggae influences, reflecting the band’s experimentation and adaptation during the mid-1970s transition after Mick Taylor’s departure.

Label & Catalognr:

Rolling Stones Records – Cat#: 1A 062-63187 / CUN 59105A

Media Format:

Record Format: 12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Weight: 230g

Year & Country:

1976 – Made in Holland

Production & Recording Information:

Producers:
  • Mick Jagger – Producer (The Glimmer Twins)
    Co-produced under the Glimmer Twins name alongside Keith Richards, steering the album’s eclectic style. As the frontman of The Rolling Stones, Jagger’s influence shaped both the band’s creative direction and their global success across five decades.
  • Keith Richards – Producer (The Glimmer Twins)
    Collaborated on arrangements and direction, defining the album’s raw, experimental edge. Richards, co-founder and principal guitarist of the Stones, is celebrated for his riff-driven songwriting and enduring role in rock history.
Sound & Recording Engineers:
  • Keith Harwood – Sound Engineer
    Veteran engineer known for his work with Led Zeppelin, Bad Company, and The Rolling Stones during the 1970s golden era of British rock.
  • Glyn Johns – Sound Engineer
    Legendary British recording engineer and producer who worked with The Beatles, The Who, and Eric Clapton, setting studio standards for live-sounding rock production.
  • Phil McDonald – Sound Engineer
    British recording engineer best known for his work at Abbey Road Studios on The Beatles’ landmark album “Abbey Road” (1969). He later collaborated with John Lennon and George Harrison during their solo years and engineered The Rolling Stones’ “Black and Blue” (1976), showcasing his seamless transition from classic British rock to the polished sound of the mid-1970s.
  • Lew Hahn – Sound Engineer
    New York-based engineer who contributed to several Stones projects during their mid-70s sessions, particularly at Electric Lady Studios.
Recording Location:
Recorded mainly at Musicland Studios, Munich (Dec 1974–Feb 1976). Rehearsals and guitarist auditions were held privately at De Doelen Concert Hall, Rotterdam, in January 1975, with no public audience — only a few journalists and insiders observed. Additional overdubs and mixing sessions took place at Mountain Studios in Montreux and Electric Lady Studios in New York City. Musicland became a favorite European recording base for many 1970s acts including Queen, Deep Purple, and ELO.
Mixing Studio & Location:

Mountain Studios – Montreux, Switzerland
Electric Lady Studios – New York City, USA

Mountain Studios was known for its pristine sound and later became Queen’s home base in the late 1970s. Electric Lady Studios, originally built by Jimi Hendrix, remained a creative hub for major artists seeking warmth and clarity in analog recording.
Album Cover Design & Artwork:
  • Hiro (Yasuhiro Wakabayashi) – Photographer
    Renowned Japanese-American fashion photographer who shot the album’s striking cover image featuring Mick Jagger and Keith Richards. A protégé of Richard Avedon, Hiro became one of the most innovative image-makers of the 20th century, celebrated for his bold use of light and color in fashion and portrait photography.

Band Members / Musicians:

Band Line-up:
  • Mick Jagger – Vocals
    Co-founder and frontman of The Rolling Stones since 1962, Jagger’s unmistakable voice and stage presence made him one of rock’s greatest icons. During the “Black and Blue” sessions, he was also deeply involved in production and arrangements under the Glimmer Twins alias.
  • Keith Richards – Guitar, Vocals
    Known for his riff-driven guitar style and songwriting partnership with Jagger, Richards helped shape the Stones’ signature sound. He played a mix of rhythm and lead guitar during these sessions, often alternating with auditioning guitarists.
  • Ronnie Wood – Guitar (some tracks)
    Then still a member of The Faces, Ronnie Wood joined the Stones informally during the Rotterdam auditions. His chemistry with Richards was instant, leading to his permanent addition to the band later in 1975.
  • Wayne Perkins – Guitar (guest on several tracks)
    American session guitarist from Alabama known for his soulful tone. Perkins recorded memorable solos on “Hand of Fate” and “Fool to Cry,” earning high praise from both Jagger and Richards.
  • Harvey Mandel – Guitar (guest on several tracks)
    Former guitarist for Canned Heat and John Mayall, Mandel’s fluid, sustain-heavy guitar style gave songs like “Hot Stuff” a funk-infused edge. He was among the top contenders for the vacant Stones guitarist position during 1975.
  • Bill Wyman – Bass
    Original Stones bassist whose subtle but inventive bass lines anchored the band’s groove. During “Black and Blue,” Wyman’s interplay with Charlie Watts gave tracks like “Hey Negrita” their tight rhythmic foundation.
  • Billy Preston – Keyboards
    A celebrated American keyboardist who played with The Beatles, Ray Charles, and Little Richard. Preston contributed electric piano, clavinet, and co-lead vocals on “Melody,” infusing the sessions with gospel and funk energy.
  • Charlie Watts – Drums
    The band’s steady heartbeat since 1963, Watts’s precise yet understated drumming held even the wildest sessions together. While the others jammed late into the night, Charlie was known for leaving early — but always nailing every take.

Band Transition and Guitarist Auditions:

Mick Taylor left the Rolling Stones in December 1974, citing exhaustion, personal issues, and a desire for more creative independence. His departure left a gap that prompted a global search for his replacement.

During the Rotterdam rehearsals at De Doelen, the Stones auditioned several guitarists — including Jeff Beck, Wayne Perkins, Harvey Mandel, and Ronnie Wood. These sessions were closed to the public and served as both auditions and informal rehearsals for upcoming projects. Ronnie Wood was ultimately chosen as the full-time member in 1975, though not all tracks on “Black and Blue” feature his playing.

Complete Track-listing:

Tracklisting Side One:
  1. Hot Stuff
  2. Hand of Fate
  3. Cherry Oh Baby Cover
    Cover of Eric Donaldson’s 1971 reggae song.
  4. Memory Motel
Video: The Rolling Stones - Hot Stuff - OFFICIAL PROMO
Tracklisting Side Two:
  1. Hey Negrita
  2. Melody Guest
    Features Billy Preston on co-lead vocals and keyboards.
  3. Fool to Cry Single
    Released as the lead single in 1976.
  4. Crazy Mama
Video: The Rolling Stones - Fool To Cry - OFFICIAL PROMO

Disclaimer: Track durations vary slightly between international editions and reissues due to mastering and production differences.

Album Front Cover Photo
Front cover of The Rolling Stones' 1976 album Black and Blue, featuring a close-up portrait of Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Ron Wood set against a bright blue sky and shimmering sea. Jagger dominates the left foreground, lips slightly pursed and eyes calm; Richards leans in from the right, mouth parted in mid-sentence; and Wood appears between them in shadow. The design captures the band's mid-70s confidence, mixing intensity with casual poise, visually echoing the album’s title through the interplay of blue light and dark tones.

The album cover of The Rolling Stones’ “Black and Blue” (1976) presents one of the most iconic portraits of the band’s mid-1970s identity. The composition shows Mick Jagger in extreme close-up on the left, his expression calm but commanding, framed by soft sunlight and wind-blown brown hair. To the right, Keith Richards leans in profile, his mouth open mid-sentence, his tousled hair and half-shadowed face giving him a restless, kinetic presence. Between them, Ron Wood peers directly toward the viewer, his gaze cool and watchful, marking his arrival as the band’s newest member.

The background — a clear blue sky fading into a pale horizon above glinting ocean water — provides an almost surreal serenity that contrasts with the tension in the faces. Photographer Hiro (Yasuhiro Wakabayashi) used bold natural light and minimal retouching, emphasizing the raw textures of skin, hair, and expression. The title text, “The Rolling Stones – Black and Blue”, is set in white and bright blue block letters in the upper right corner, visually balancing the composition’s heavy left focus.

This striking image encapsulates the Stones’ evolving sound and attitude during their transitional “Black and Blue” era — sleek, experimental, and unapologetically confident. It reflects both the funk-infused rhythm of the album and the band’s willingness to embrace new visual aesthetics. The result is a timeless piece of rock imagery that remains instantly recognizable to collectors and fans worldwide.

Photograph by Hiro (Yasuhiro Wakabayashi). This image was used for the Holland release of the album. Variations in color tones may occur due to camera flash and digitization of the original vinyl cover.

Album Back Cover Photo
Back cover of The Rolling Stones' 1976 album Black and Blue, photographed by Hiro. The image shows Ron Wood in profile on the left, Charlie Watts centered with a calm, direct gaze, and part of Mick Jagger’s face visible at the right edge. The backdrop is a vivid blue sky fading into the sea horizon, echoing the album’s title. A small red Rolling Stones tongue logo and catalog number appear at the lower left. The composition mirrors the front cover’s layout, completing a panoramic effect when both sides are viewed together.

The back cover of The Rolling Stones’ “Black and Blue” (1976) extends the visual narrative introduced on the front sleeve. Captured by Hiro (Yasuhiro Wakabayashi), the photograph positions Ron Wood in sharp left profile, Charlie Watts centered with a direct, expressionless gaze, and a partial view of Mick Jagger entering from the right. Together, their arrangement suggests continuity and cohesion, subtly framing the band as both individual and collective.

The background consists of a cloudless blue sky and faint ocean horizon, its serene tones providing contrast to the band’s intense presence. The lighting is crisp and natural, enhancing every facial contour and shadow, giving the image an almost cinematic realism. In the lower left corner rests the iconic red Rolling Stones tongue-and-lips logo alongside the catalog number 1A 062-63187, printed small but unmistakably authentic.

This minimalist back cover balances the front’s drama with symmetry and restraint, serving as a visual coda to the Stones’ mid-70s aesthetic — confident, deliberate, and unapologetically stylish. When placed side-by-side with the front image, it forms a near-panoramic composition that perfectly encapsulates the album’s sense of transition and cool defiance.

Photograph by Hiro (Yasuhiro Wakabayashi). Image from the Holland release of the album. Slight color variations may occur due to digitization of the original vinyl sleeve.

First Photo of Custom Inner Sleeve
Original custom inner sleeve photo for The Rolling Stones’ 1976 album Black and Blue, showing the band standing on a dark beach beneath a deep blue twilight sky. From left to right: Billy Preston, Mick Jagger, Charlie Watts, and Keith Richards. Each wears light-colored 1970s suits that reflect the ambient light. Neon streaks of orange and pink light swirl around them, forming glowing loops across their bodies and the sand. The surreal composition evokes motion, nightlife, and the electric pulse of the era.

The inner sleeve photograph of The Rolling Stones’ “Black and Blue” transforms the band into luminous silhouettes against a cinematic seascape. Under a darkening indigo sky, four band members — Billy Preston, Mick Jagger, Charlie Watts, and Keith Richards — stand spaced apart on a deserted shoreline. Each wears sharply tailored suits in pale cream or white, their reflective fabrics catching what remains of the dusk light.

Electric trails of red-orange light swirl across the scene, looping and coiling around their figures as if painted in midair. The effect, created with long exposure photography, adds a sense of movement and rhythm that echoes the album’s funk and disco-inspired undertones. The dark sands below and brooding clouds above frame the scene like a stage set for a midnight performance.

This surreal, experimental image — likely taken during the same creative sessions as the main cover photography — captures the Stones’ willingness to blend rock imagery with visual art experimentation. It stands as both an aesthetic statement and a metaphor for their restless, electric energy during the recording of “Black and Blue.”

Photograph by Hiro (Yasuhiro Wakabayashi). Featured on the original custom inner sleeve of the Holland release. Image color and lighting variations may appear due to aging of the original print and digitization.

Close-up of Side One Record Label
Close-up of Side One record label of The Rolling Stones’ 1976 album Black and Blue, printed in the Netherlands. The circular label features a dark blue seascape background under a moonlit sky with the album title in bold white text at the top: 'The Rolling Stones Black and Blue.' The famous red tongue-and-lips logo appears on the left beside catalog number 1A 062-63187 and the words 'STEMRA Made in Holland.' The song list includes 'Hot Stuff,' 'Hand of Fate,' 'Cherry Oh Baby,' and 'Memory Motel,' all credited to Jagger/Richards except where noted. The Glimmer Twins are listed as producers.

This close-up photograph captures the Side One record label of The Rolling Stones’ “Black and Blue” (1976), issued by Rolling Stones Records in Holland. The label features a dark oceanic background beneath a moonlit sky — an evocative design that visually reflects the album’s title and moody tone. The band’s name and album title appear in bold white letters at the top, set against deep shades of indigo and black.

On the left side, the distinctive red Rolling Stones tongue-and-lips logo anchors the label, next to the catalog number 1A 062-63187 and the note “STEMRA Made in Holland.” Below it, the track list for Side One includes four titles: “Hot Stuff,” “Hand of Fate,” “Cherry Oh Baby” (a reggae cover of Eric Donaldson’s 1971 hit), and “Memory Motel.” The text “Produced by The Glimmer Twins” appears at the bottom, referencing the long-standing production partnership of Mick Jagger and Keith Richards.

The fine print circling the outer edge reads “All rights of the producer and of the owner of the recorded work reserved,” underscoring the rights protections typical of 1970s European pressings. The high-contrast photography emphasizes the record’s subtle texture and surface reflection, capturing the craftsmanship of a vintage Dutch vinyl pressing.

Printed in the Netherlands by EMI Records Ltd. under Promotone B.V. ©1976. The image shows the authentic Side One label of the original 12-inch vinyl release.

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ROLLING STONES - Stone Age/Got Live if you want it album front cover vinyl record

Decca SD 3024 / ZAL 10 432 , 1971 , Germany

"Stone Age/Got Live If You Want It!" is a unique Rolling Stones release, combining their 1971 studio album "Stone Age" with the live EP "Got Live If You Want It!" from 1966. "Stone Age" features a mix of bluesy rock and psychedelic experimentation, while the live EP captures the band's raw energy

Stone Age/Got Live if you want it 12" Vinyl 2LP
ROLLING STONES - Tattoo You (Multiple International Releases)
ROLLING STONES - Tattoo You album front cover vinyl record

In 1981, The Rolling Stones unveiled "Tattoo You," a 12" Vinyl LP Album that proved to be a remarkable compilation of previously unreleased gems from their 1970s recordings. With its release, the band skillfully curated a timeless collection, showcasing their musical prowess

The European Release of Tattoo You The French Release of Tattoo You The USA Release of Tattoo You
ROLLING STONES - Their Satanic Majestic Request (Multiple Versions)
ROLLING STONES - Their Satanic Majestic Request ( 1967 Germany ) album front cover vinyl record

Released in 1967, "Their Satanic Majesties Request" marks a bold departure for the Rolling Stones. This psychedelic-tinged album features unconventional instrumentation and studio effects, creating a dreamlike and experimental soundscape.

German Version of "Their Satanic Majestic Request" Holland release of "Their Satanic Majestic Request"
ROLLING STONES - Time Waits For No One (Multiple Versions)
ROLLING STONES - Time Waits For No One (1979 Germany) album front cover vinyl record

"Time Waits for No One" is a Rolling Stones compilation released in 1979, offering a taste of their music from 1971 to 1977. It features a mix of well-known hits like "Angie" and "It's Only Rock 'n' Roll," along with deeper cuts, providing a glimpse into the band's evolution during that period.

German Release of "Time Waits For No One" Dutch Release of "Time Waits For No One"
ROLLING STONES - Undercover (Multiple International Versions) 12" Vinyl LP
ROLLING STONES - Undercover (1983 France) album front cover vinyl record

Released in 1983, "Undercover" showcases the Rolling Stones' edgier side. This album features a mix of hard-hitting rock, reggae influences, and experimental textures. Tracks like "Undercover of the Night" and "Too Much Blood" explore darker themes with a raw, contemporary sound.

French Release of Undercover USA Release of Undercover
ROLLING STONES - 7" Singles & 12" Maxi-Singles
THE ROLLING STONES Vinyl 7" Singles, 10" EP'S And 12" Maxi-Singles album front cover vinyl record

A Collection of 7" Singles and 12" Maxi Records by the Rolling Stones

ROLLING STONES - 7" Singles & 12" Maxi-Singles
ROLLING STONES - Live on Unofficial Vinyl Records
ROLLING STONES - Live on Unofficial Vinyl Albums album front cover vinyl record

This collection features three unofficial Rolling Stones recordings from the 60s and 70s. Each disc is identified by the initials "R.S." on the cover, but in different colors.

ROLLING STONES - Live on Unofficial Vinyl Records
ROLLING STONES - Assorted Picture Discs, LP's
ROLLING STONES - Assorted Picture Discs, LP's album front cover vinyl record

A hodgepodge of Rolling Stones vinyl records from different categories

ROLLING STONES - Assorted Picture Discs, LP's