THE ROLLING STONES - Hackney Diamonds · BLACK LP

Black vinyl.

Background information about 'Hackney Diamonds'

After six decades of rock and roll supremacy, The Rolling Stones return with "Hackney Diamonds", their first studio album of original material since 2005's "A Bigger Bang". This electrifying collection proves that the world's greatest rock and roll band still has plenty of fire left in the tank. The album showcases the band's remarkable ability to evolve while staying true to their blues-rock roots, with Mick Jagger's voice as commanding as ever and Keith Richards' guitar work remaining utterly distinctive. Tracks like "Angry" and "Bite My Head Off" demonstrate the Stones' continued mastery of crafting hook-laden rockers, while deeper cuts reveal a band unafraid to experiment with their sound.

The production on "Hackney Diamonds" strikes the perfect balance between modern clarity and the raw energy that made the Stones legendary. Songs like "Sweet Sounds Of Heaven" and "Dreamy Skies" showcase a more reflective side of the band, while rockers like "Mess It Up" and "Live By The Sword" prove they can still deliver the goods with devastating effectiveness. The album feels both nostalgic and forward-looking, a testament to the enduring chemistry between these rock legends.

For fans of: Led Zeppelin, The Who, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath and AC/DC.

Track listing

A1. Angry
A2. Get Close
A3. Depending On You
A4. Bite My Head Off
A5. Whole Wide World
A6. Dreamy Skies
B1. Mess It Up
B2. Live By The Sword
B3. Driving Me Too Hard
B4. Tell Me Straight
B5. Sweet Sounds Of Heaven
B6. Rolling Stone Blues

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