STONES AT CHESS

The Stones were just getting their wings when they entered Chicago-based Chess Studios in 1964, and they had to have been humbled. In the first two days alone, they were visited by Chuck Berry, Willie Dixon and Muddy Waters; three men without whom they may not have had careers.

They recorded at Chess on four dates (three in 1964 and one in 1965), netting 20+ cuts, mostly covers. Captain's Dead recently posted 25, including alternate versions of "Time is on My Side" and "2120 South Michigan Ave." Go get 'em.

Rolling Stones Chess Sessions mp3s and zip file at Captain's Dead
(NOTE: Right click on titles for mp3s)
Chess Records, with roster of artists, at Wikipedia
History of Chess Records