Keith Richards: The Story Behind "Gimme Shelter" Greatest Riff

The Rolling Stones:
In this video, we're rolling back the years to 1969 with 'Gimme Shelter' by The Rolling Stones.

"Gimme Shelter" is one of The Rolling Stones' most iconic and enduring songs, both for its haunting melody and its poignant lyrics. Here's the story behind the song's creation and its famous opening riff"

"Gimme Shelter" is a testament to the power of music to capture and reflect the mood of an era. The song's riff, born from Keith Richards' late-night experimentation, encapsulates the foreboding and unrest of the late 1960s and continues to leave a mark on listeners today.

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