Charlie's drumming ALWAYS sounds different from the vast majority of rock drummers because he always considered himself a jazz drummer, as in small, club combo jazz drummer.

The older I get, the more I appreciate the Stones. Keith is such a great rhythm guitarist in the way he gives so many of their songs powerful momentum.

Gritty, crunchy, awesome song. After a little research the event that led Mick Jagger to write these lyrics was a demonstration at Grosvenor Square in London on March 17, 1968. Jagger joined an estimated 25,000 protesters in condemning the Vietnam War.

This is S tier all day long.

This song perfectly captured its time in history. As a kid hearing it for the first time in the late sixties (probably listening to the car radio while my mom drove around town running errands), I thought it was about a young man burning his draft card and fighting in the street rather than the jungle.

Proof that when it’s done right, you don’t have to have electric guitars to rock out. The acoustics throughout this song are great.

What you guys are missing is living through the times that created the song. So, there is a certain perspective that you will never understand. It's not your fault. There are a lot of songs about the Vietnam War.

You need to hear Monkey Man by the Stones! BANGER!

LOL, this wasn't a deep dive cut, it was a big hit on the radio in its day. And the album, Beggar's Banquet, is one of the all=time finest rock albums ever. I'd love to have you check out some deeper dives from them: Salt of the Earth, Stray Cat Blues (one of the dirtiest songs ever about groupies), Soul Survivor, Loving Cup, Let It Bleed. I can go on and on. But so glad you chose this song to react to!

This is such a cool song from the Stones. Tough, sarcastic, sexy all rolled into one great funky tune. Love it! Your facial expressions and head bobbing are priceless☺Thanks so much guys for this reaction🧡

Cold Chisel - a must check out band. The Thamesmen are reminding you to check out 'Cold Chisel' from Australia - the greatest Rock band you've never heard.

Jaggers vocals when they are raw, gritty and strained compliment the song perfectly. They are my jam.

Finally! Great choice. Keith's acoustic guitar is played through a cassette recorder into a mic. Keith and Charlie laid down the guitar and drums late one night and then they built it from there. The street fighting part isn't just a story for the song, the world was on fire in 1968, making the various protests of the last five years look like rather tame, and they were happening all over the world. And this is S-tier. Solid S-tier.

The opening guitar is an acoustic 6-string, through a little plastic mic, through the monitor circuit on a little battery-powered tape recorder, then straight into the board. Until Keith Richards revealed this, guitarists were scratching their heads trying to figure out which electric guitar, distortion booster, and amp was used.

Two great lines..."Hey, I think it's time for palace revolution" and "Hey, I said my name is called disturbance."

Gotta listen to “Happy”. Keith Richards sings lead and Mick on harmony

You guys always say, hope you’re having a great life. making my life greater, starting this week. Working on losing 20 pounds, and lowering my blood glucose level. My dad is a diabetic, and my glucose is in the pre-diabetic range. My work begins! I will live a great life!

Love early Stones! Get Yer Ya Yas Out is a phenominal live album. This song on it is mind blowing, as are most 😁

When someone says 'a street fighting man' the image that comes to my mind is Elton John in one of his seventy's glittery over the top outfits. A true bad-ass! Don't piss him off, he's got a feather boa!

So glad you got back to some Stones! You are right, so many more to cover-It's Only Rock and Roll. Heartbreaker, Start Me Up, Brown Sugar, Angie, Miss You, and my personal fav- Shattered.

Amazing what you all can pick-up on via a first listen. The greatest bands in my opinion, are able to tailor their music to truly fit the meaning of the song. Case in point right here with the chaotic sounds-the Stones can sound "pretty" when they want (Can't Always Get What You Want, for example), but made the artistic choice to be opposite in this one. Really appreciate the serious approach you take to reviewing these very old songs to you (but not many of us), A&A!

You should hit "Dancing in the Streets" by Martha and the Vandellas. Mick and Keith took a line "Summer's here and the time is right for dancing in the street" and substituted Fighting for Dancing. People hearing this for the first time in 1968, would be familiar with the reference.

You gotta do the Doo Doo Doo Doo (Heartbreaker) that was a runner-up in a prior poll for the nasty bass and Billy Preston on the Clavicord and of course more Mick Taylor era guitar

A little known track "The girl with far away eyes." It really does show off their country rock roots.

I love the clarity of all the instruments.

Wow, you actually pulled out an A+ tune I had totally forgotten about and had not heard in a few decades! Thanks for the refresh, I think I need to go give Beggars Banquet a fresh listen.

A&A, a couple of overlooked Stones songs you'd love - "She's So Cold" and "Emotional Rescue". Don't know if you heard them at the concert or otherwise.

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It's tracks like “Street Fighting Man” that showcase the recording ingenuity and experimental audaciousness of the Stones as they entered their apex. In your spare time, research the creation and evolution of this thrashing rocker, which was initially recorded on Keith’s cassette machine. It features zero electric guitars, and that mammoth drum sound is simply the result of Charlie’s 1930s toy drum kit that he used for traveling and playing in his hotel room. Perhaps the most overlooked addition to the song is the Eastern Classical touches, as evident during its coda. Brian Jones plays a droning sitar and tamboura, while Traffic's Dave Mason provides a shehani. This is a band with a hangover from psychedelia and returning to form after Between the Buttons (a great album) and Their Satanic Majesties Request.

We blew off our Jr Prom and went to see the Stones live in Chicago right after the Riots at the Democratic Convention. For ancore Mick says "Thus one's fir you Chicago " and they played "Street Fighting Man"!!!!

One of my favorite stone songs ever, mainly because of what you said, the chaotic nature of it and it's almost like a thunderstorm of sound just strange sonic drones popping in and out randomly without seemingly any rhyme or reason. I even think there's a sitar riff in there somewhere.? I love this tune. ❤❤❤❤

The Rolling Stones are as relevant and iconic today as the first time I saw them live back in 1964 or 65. Charlie is a jazz drummer and he brought that amazing sound to this rock and roll band and you won't hear it in any other. Of course everyone in this band is so top tier I mean, geez, Keith Richards, I can't even begin with him or I will be here for at least an hour talking about how amazing he is and nobody delivers in the same way that Mick does, the voice, the moves, the attitude. I remember the first time I saw them do Jumping Jack Flash and Mick, half naked in skin tight pants, just taking on that strut. It was at that point, I realized that Jumping Jack Flash was indeed Mick's onstage persona delivered in a song and to this day I can't hear that song and not recall that performance. I am glad you got the opportunity to see them live, I have seen them several times and every show was so great. I will give this song no less than an A+ if for no other reason other than it would smash the charts if it were released today. This album is a great one, if you haven't already, you should definitely do this whole album as an album of the month.

Beggar’s Banquet features Stray Cat Blues / Dear Doctor / No Expectations. All excellent. Stray Cat continues to be a key listen for me. Especially live with Mick Taylor killing it!

When I saw them a year ago "Miss You" was the song that they changed the most from the studio version. I enjoyed what they did live with the bass solo.

So many awesome 'Stones' bangers ... "Under My Thumb" always takes me back, but it's impossible to pick any one masterpiece of theirs, as most are favorites. "Can't You Hear Me Knockin'", is another, but sh*t ... Midnight Rambler, Sympathy for the Devil, and on and on and ... "so many to hit!!", indeed!! Fell the Love!!

I don't think I've ever heard this song before! It's nice to have a surprise every once in awhile.

"Cause summer's here and the time is right for fighting in the streets" is a play on the Motown song "Dancing in the Streets" (Cause summer's here and the time is right for dancing in the streets).

I think Undercover of the Night would be a good '80s track to hit up.

Another classic song I've always known but never knew the name. great reaction!

The live version of this from Get Yer Ya Ya’s Out is an S+. So killer. You need to do the Gimme Shelter movie on Patreon!

Charlie may be my favorite groove drummer. So subtle and driving at the same time. Beast of Burden just has the coolest low tempo groove. You'll dig it!!

In 1968, with social fights, actual riots in a number of places -Chicago, Prague, Paris, etc. - Mick was visiting Paris and saw the student protests.

A masterpiece again from the Stones. Their live version on Get Yer Ya Ya’s Out is mind blowing with Mick Taylor’s lead covering the bass line too. Great critique boys!!!

I'm not the world's biggest Stones fan, but I do enjoy a number of their songs, and this has always been one of my all time faves by them. Interestingly, I also really love Rage Against the Machine's version where the background music almost has a cop siren feel to it, and it's definitely much angrier on the whole. Awesome song, and either version is worth adding to any all time playlist. ~Be Blessed

"The time is right for violent revolution" that line had a big impact back in the day.

You guys will love _Monkey Man_ ! Also gotta hit _Miss You_ and _Doo Doo Doo Doo (Heartbreaker)_ someday!!

You two haven’t heard this before? Just as popular as Tumbling Dice. Great tune for sure. Love the keyboards at the end.

Always fired me up when I needed to get things done!

Those guitars hit HARD for acoustic guitars. Always appreciated that about this song.

Back to basics! Glad to see it.

One of the very best songs they ever made and they have made many..

I think you guys would thoroughly enjoy Monkey Man

Nice interpretation of the vocal track, Alex!

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RIP Christine McVie. How about doing one of her songs with Fleetwood Mac as a tribute? "You Make Loving Fun", "Over My Head" , and (especially) Songbird" are all good choices.

That drone you can hear is Brian Jones' sitar. This was the last full album that Jones played on.

Beggar’s Banquet was the first in a string of four consecutive, all-time great rock ‘n roll records. IMO - the best four consecutive albums by any band in rock history. Street Fighting Man is one of the band’s all time classics, and what I think makes it most unique is that all the guitar work is done acoustically. The raw power of the song, musically and lyrically, makes it feel like they’re using electric guitars, but they’re not. Very interesting and deliberate choice on their part. Just fantastic all around. Keep on bringing us the Stones - so much to explore. Some suggestions: Monkey Man, Moonlight Mile, Love in Vain (prefer the live version off the recently digitally remastered Sticky Fingers), or something off of Goats Head Soup, eg Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo (Heartbreaker).

The drums we're a practice kit all within a suitcase. All wood hollow-bodies . One note outro solo led by sitar played by Brian Jones.

I had "Street Fighting Man" reccomended to you Boys in the comment section foreeeeever! Good job finding it on your own. It's missing a guitar solo if you didn't notice. My hands are tied on this one. "19th Nervous Breakdown" should be the very next song you Boys hit by The Rolling Stones. Cheers from the Rock and Roll Past!

Trivia: the drumming pattern for Fleetwood Mac's 'Go Your Own Way' was inspired by the drumming in this song.

Keith richards explains how the sound to the intro of this song happened. The interview should be on youtube. Very interesting and creative.

I’ve heard them play this song is so many eras and versions. It’s always killer! Wild Horses is a beautiful song

The Stones has a huge Catalog, where to go next is difficult. However, the afore mentioned "Jumping Jack Flash" is a good way to go. Along with that, "Under My Thumb", "Get Off Of My Cloud", "She's A Rainbow" are a couple of songs for you (A&A) to check out.

I used to listen to this over and over again before playing in my college rugby matches!

"Rip This Joint" is a deep cut you should check out.

hi alex and andy, the thamesmen recommend you try cold chisel, awesome band with awesome songs from australia, keep up the good work with your reactions

Man, this song sounds so ahead of its time compared to some of the other ones you've heard from this era. You can really hear the influence they had on later bands strongly, even as they were still trading licks and audiences with the Beatles.....I'm thinking Jane's Addiction, White Stripes, Black Keys, a million smaller indie bands, a million bluesy bar-bands....

Charlie Watts was an incredibly underrated drummer. This definitely must’ve been a “you had to be there” type song, as it came out during a turbulent year in history.

Many stations wouldn't play this for fear of causing riots. Have you two checked out "2000 Light Years From Home yet?

This song came out in 1968, when revolution in the street was the thing to do. The '67 Summer of Love was over. Like The Beatles Revolution.

To me, this was a typical Stones song. Everything that you both said is spot on, but it’s so much the Stones sound.

One of my favorite Stones songs, Watts really shines on this one!

Hi Andy & Alex, the Thamesmen who are halfway through a week of Cold Chisel songs, an Australian band they have come to love. It is an amazing band and very popular in Australia and the Thamesmen want to know when are you going to react to this band?

Excerpt of this song was used as part of the ending credits of the movie V for Vendetta. Great Stones tune.

One of my favorite Stone's tunes. Quintessential banger on any Stones list.

Enjoyable reaction as always! My favorite song by them is "Undercover of the Night" either the album version or the video. The bass line is killer. The extended version is not as hard-hitting. Also love "Can't You Hear me Knocking".

Such an incredibly productive period of a great band's career.

Keith said you play the guitar with your right hand...Nailed that

The Thamesmen asked me to come over here to tell you to react to Cold Chisel’s “Bow River” (Ringside Tour for best version). Now I will subscribe 😁

"But what can a poor boy do? "Cept to sing for a rock & roll band!" - What else do you need.

This is more amazing in the historic context of the sound and shock of Beggar's Banquet...

Sweet review! I'm gonna say Midnight Rambler next for the Stones.

Live version on Get Your Ya Yas Out is the best!

Street Fighting Man, Jumpin Jack Flash & Child of the Moon are some of my favorite Stones songs. All from 1968, they show the Stones regained their stride after a messy detour into psychedelia!

Ah, Beggars Banquet. My favorite Stones album. And this is my favorite track. This one got turned UP! That drone you hear is a sitar

....a lot of ingredients! Ya gotta like the maracas...and the hint of piano;) . Our store sells maracas....and I think it's funny that some kid..is gonna "take a liking to the sound" and end up in a band one day haha...

The acoustic gtr was recorded by Keef on a cheap tape recorder with a condenser mic - producer jimmy Miller used that on the actual recording. Interesting compressed, slightly warbled ac gtr - also used that approach with Jumpin Jack Flash

My favorite Stones' album. Came out about the same time as Beatles White album... thought I died and went to heaven. 👍

Sitar and Tamboura (the droning) were used on the track. Claves and Maracas were amongst the percussion instruments used.

Good pick. You guys have hit a lot of Stones bangers, but I think only a few of their great ballads so far. ANGIE is one of the best ballads of the 70's and a must listen.

You HAVE to do the whole freaking album - it was the first of that great run of four albums from Beggars through Exile that is one of the greatest runs ever. As for the meaning, I think it's more about protesting and rioting because you're bored rather than having an existential need to revolt.

I wonder how Marvin Gaye and Mickey Stevenson (and Martha Reeves, for that matter) felt about the line "Summer's here and the time is right for fighting in the street."

As Inunderstand it, this was home" recording. At least parts of it. Charlie Watts actually played a "nesting" kit, which is basically a dum set that folds into itself for portability. Some would say little more than a toy drumset, but it's amazing the kind of sound you can get with the proper recording engineering...analog at that!

This song should continue for another 3 minutes of psychedelic jamming. The Stones at their finest.

Just fantastic.

I like the fast guitars and drums, is it also a sitar, I'm hearing? Great music. 🎶🎶🎶❤️❤️❤️❤️👍

Great choice. Maybe "When the Whip Comes Down" would be something you like. Also, one slightly newer one called 'Terrifying". Totally different sound from this, but interesting nonetheless.

My favorite Stones song. There's also a really good live recording of this song from a couple of years later, on the album "Get Yer Ya Ya's out.

It was the summer of protests of the war and the Stones provided the soundtrack. This was Jagger in prime rooster strut mode! Awesome tune boys!

The live version of this song from Get Yer Ya Ya's Out(with Mick Taylor on lead guitar) makes this version feel like an acoustic version