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 Kick out the jams December 27, 2008
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First of all, let's just give thanks that this is available again at long last. A small number of bands in rock history have been able to whip up a kind of Dionysian ecstacy on stage, and the Rolling Stones of course lead the way. All the proof needed for that assertion is provided by the version of Satisfaction, which takes it into another dimension. But while we're on the subject of Dionysian ecstacy, what about the band's other great film, Ladies and Gentlemen, the Rolling Stones, which documents their legendary 1972 US tour? I once saw a clip of "Happy" from that film and ever since I've been praying for more. Rolling Stones fans are probably the most poorly served of any rock constituency. The live album of the 1969 tour lacks impact due to poor mastering -- so easy to rectify -- and doesn't have the monumental version of Satisfaction. And the 1972 tour isn't documented on record at all. Why? Compare The Who and their sensationally mastered Live at Leeds and Live at the Young Vic Deluxe albums. Giving the two Stones live albums -- assuming that one will eventually be released from the 1972 tour -- the same sonic treatment will cement their reputation as greatest live act of all time forever.
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![The Rolling Stones - Gimme Shelter [1970]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51ywqSCXbXL._SL160_.jpg)
