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ROLLING STONES ~ CHARLIE IS MY DARLING - IRELAND 1965 (SUPER DELUXE EDITION) ABKCO 038781100695 (Barcode: 038781100695) ~ UK ~ Classic Rock Recorded: 1965 Released: 2012 This is an archival Box Set presenting the first documentary film about the seminal British Rock band, The Rolling StonesFind albums by this artist, filmed in 1965 during their Irish tour and finished in 1966, but due to management disputes never officially released until 2012. The Box Set includes the documentary “Charlie Is My Darling – Ireland 1965” in DVD and Blue-ray versions. Additionally, the film’s soundtrack is also included on CD1 and an additional CD2 includes live recordings from performances in England in 1965, which are also included on a 10” LP. A hardcover book with essays and history of the film as well as fabulous photographs from the era is also included, with other paraphernalia. The film, directed by Peter WhiteheadFind albums by this artist, concentrates on showing the members of the supergroup as “normal lads”, trying to bridge the gap between their stardom status and their true identities. In retrospect it shows some similarities to the BeatlesFind albums by this artist film “A Hard Day`s NightFind albums with this title” from 1964, but does not follow a plot line, being a proper documentary. Some concert footage is included, as well as hotel room shots and impromptu performances, not available anywhere else. Overall, what could be a better opportunity than the recent Charlie WattsFind albums by this artist’ departure, to revisit this Box Set, since his name crowns this wonderful time capsule. For Stones collectors this is an absolute marvel of course, but all British Rock enthusiasts should find this release extremely interesting. Almost six decades later this stuff still ROCKS!

Updated: 26/09/2021Posted: 26/09/2021

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