Muddy Waters & The Rolling Stones

The Profile

A documented live collaboration centered on the 1981 Checkerboard Lounge performance pairing American blues legend Muddy Waters (McKinley Morganfield) with members of the English rock band The Rolling Stones.

Muddy Waters is widely cited as a father of modern Chicago blues. The Rolling Stones formed in 1962 and were heavily influenced by American blues musicians; they went on to become one of the world's most famous rock bands.

A warmly ironic, positive appraisal of the 1981 Checkerboard Lounge performance where Muddy Waters and members of The Rolling Stones share the stage. The review highlights the atmosphere, guest appearances (Buddy Guy, Junior Wells, Lefty Dizz) and the availability of the concert film on Qello Concerts. Musical interplay and moments of showmanship are praised.