The trajectory of The Rolling Stones is undoubtedly one of the most comprehensive, influential and admired pieces in the history of rock music. Since their consolidation in the early 1960s, the British band has created an unparalleled legacy and iconic image that has left a deep mark on musical culture.
Basic albums like Sticky Fingers (1971), Exile on Main St. (1972) or Some Girls (1978) Not only did they solidify their signature sound, but they also defined an aesthetic and attitude inherent to the purer rock ‘n’ roll possible Rollings Sotnes what they were able to achieve.
Over the course of their six decades of activity, the group has released more than 30 studio albums as well as numerous compilations and live recordings. But even a group of this size and success had to deal with this Releases that were not received with the usual enthusiasm by critics calling them their three worst albums.
The album that tops the list of least acclaimed works is Dirty Work (1986). It may be the weakest album in the Stones’ history. Its production was marked by considerable internal tensions, particularly the public confrontation between the creative minds Mick Jagger And Keith Richards.
In second place is A Bigger Bang (2005). This work marked the band’s return to a new studio album after a career spanning more than forty years.
Produced by Don wasExpectations were high, waiting for a material that would combine her vast experience, her artistic maturity and the overwhelming energy that characterizes her. The end result, however, was a perceived safe but predictable job that lacked major risks or significant innovation.
Finally the group’s latest album, Hackney Diamonds (2023)close this selection list. Although it was received with great anticipation, the response from critics and fans was generally lukewarm.
Despite the production of Andrew Watts and a clear intention to modernize their sound, the work lacked the freshness, energy and spontaneity that defined the band’s masterpieces. An understandable situation, considering that its main members are already around eighty years old.
While the production has solvable moments, the consensus is that it was crucial a far cry from the historical impact of their best albums.