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#267 - Aftermath by The Rolling Stones (1966)

#267 - Aftermath by The Rolling Stones (1966)

Author: Sidereal Media Group February 2, 2026 Duration: 10:11
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The Dark, Sexy Birth of Classic Stones With Aftermath, The Rolling Stones made a decisive leap from scrappy blues revivalists to fully realized album artists. Released in 1966, it was the band’s first record made entirely of original material — and the moment Mick Jagger and Keith Richards truly came into their own as songwriters. From the swaggering confidence of “Paint It, Black” to the simmering menace of “Under My Thumb” and the reflective sprawl of “Goin’ Home,” Aftermath expanded what a rock album could be. It was darker, smarter, and more ambitious — a turning point that reshaped both the Stones’ identity and the direction of rock music itself. 🎧 Listen To the Full Album Pick up the vinyl here: https://ebay.com/inf/albumarchives/collections/68963598351?mkcid=1&mkrid=711-53200-19255-0&siteid=0&campid=5339133224&toolid=80010&mkevt=1  Affiliate disclaimer: This link helps support the show at no extra cost to you. ➡️ Next Up: #266 explores American Beauty by Grateful Dead Part of the fan-voted Top Albums of All Time Countdown from the Music Rewind Podcast. Early Access on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/collection/1583821 Or Apple Podcast Subscriptions: https://apple.co/48vMLRG  🎙️ About Album Archives Get your weekly fix of music history with Album Archives! Host Steve Epley unravels the magic behind the Top 300 Albums of All Time—handpicked by Music Rewind fans. Each bite-sized episode dives deep into an album’s creation, sound, and legacy, delivering vibrant stories that resonate with die-hard fans and curious newcomers alike.Full list: https://www.musicrewindpodcast.com/albumarchives 📱 Connect with Us: X/Twitter: https://x.com/AlbumArchives Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/albumarchivespodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@albumarchivespodcast 💬 Enjoyed this deep dive? Share the episode or leave a review wherever you listen! 🎧 More from Sidereal Media Group 🎙️ Music Rewind Podcast – Fans, musicians, and industry pros talk about their favorite albums. https://pod.link/1591608428 🎬 Cinema Decon Podcast – Deconstructing and overthinking the movies of our younger years. https://pod.link/1564671835 🌐 www.siderealmediagroup.com 🛒 Support the Show Get 15% off all music apparel, posters, and more at Old Glory with code MUSICREWIND. https://oldglory.com/discount/MUSICREWIND 📝 Disclaimer: No ownership of music material. All rights and credit go to the original artists and copyright holders. Fair Use applies under Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act (1976) for commentary, criticism, and education. #RollingStones #Aftermath #MusicHistory #ClassicRock #60sRock #RockHistory #GreatestAlbums #AlbumArchives #MusicPodcast #VinylCulture

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#243 – Desperado by Eagles (1973) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:07
The Album Nobody Bought, Yet Everyone Loves. Let's tell the story of Desperado. In 1973, the Eagles were still a young band with something to prove — and with their second album they made the record that defined their ar…
#244 – Young, Gifted and Black by Aretha Franklin (1972) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:38
Aretha Franklin at Her Most Defiant and Most Free Let's tell the story of Young, Gifted and Black. By 1972, Aretha Franklin had already proven she was the Queen of Soul — but with this album she proved she was something…
#245 – War by U2 (1983) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:06
When U2 Decided They Had Something to Say Let's tell the story of War. In 1983, U2 were still a young band with a lot of ambition and a lot of nerve — and with their third album they made the record that announced to the…
The Black Parade by My Chemical Romance (2006) - Honorable Mention 10 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:20
When MCR Took On Death and Won Let's tell the story of The Black Parade. In the spring of 2006, My Chemical Romance locked themselves inside a haunted mansion in Silver Lake, Los Angeles, and set out to do something almo…
#246 – The Long Run by Eagles (1979) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:04
The Ultimate Price Of Rock Perfection. Let's tell the story of The Long Run. By 1979, the Eagles had spent the better part of a decade building toward something impossible to sustain — and they knew it. In this episode o…
#247 – Tenacious D (2001) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:44
Two Guys. One Dream. Zero Shame. The Tenacious D Story. Let's tell the story of Tenacious D. In 2001, Jack Black and Kyle Gass — two guys who had been performing acoustic comedy rock in Los Angeles clubs for years — were…
#248 – Some Girls by The Rolling Stones (1978) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:43
When The Rolling Stones Refused To Go Quietly Let's tell the story of Some Girls. By 1978, the Rolling Stones were supposed to be finished. Punk had declared them irrelevant, disco was eating the mainstream alive, and th…
#249 - Lady Soul by Aretha Franklin (1968) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:52
The Queen of Soul at the Absolute Peak of Her Powers Let's tell the story of Lady Soul. In 1968, America was burning — cities in flames, a movement demanding to be heard, a nation at war with itself. And into that fire s…
No Fences by Garth Brooks (1990) - Honorable Mention 9 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:18
The Album That Made Country Music Impossible to Ignore Let's tell the story of No Fences. In 1990, country music was doing just fine — and then Garth Brooks decided that wasn't good enough. In this Honorable Mention edit…

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