Episode Appearances
One Song · Feb 19, 2026
The Rolling Stones' "Paint it Black"
“Rolling Stones bassist; played organ pedals with fists on 'Paint It Black' but received no songwriting credit”
Music publishing and songwriting credits equity in 1960s rock bandsHarmonic minor scale and raised seventh degree in rock production4-track recording technology constraints and creative problem-solving
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Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford · Feb 6, 2026
The Angels, The Stones and The Dead
“Rolling Stones bassist who described Hell's Angels' appearance and was last to arrive at Altamont, delaying the concert”
Hell's Angels motorcycle gang history and organizational structureDesirability bias in decision-making and belief formation1960s counterculture and its relationship with outlaw motorcycle clubs
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A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs · Oct 17, 2024
Song 176, “Sympathy for the Devil” by the Rolling Stones, part 4: “Who Breaks a Butterfly?””
“Reluctant about sacking Jones; attended his funeral; contributed to Leon Russell's solo album sessions.”
Rolling Stones band management and lineup changesBrian Jones death and circumstancesAltamont Speedway concert violence and deaths
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