Greatest Book on The Rolling Stones You've Never Seen - Tourbook '72

[@glendepietro1521]

Love the 72 tour bootlegs.. welcome to New York.. love it.. well done show again..

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

Welcome to New York with that incredible artwork....was one of my first vinyl boots and have on CD. So great. Meanwhile the Stones one official 1972 CD release Ladies And Gentlemen, The Rolling Stones is possibly the worst sounding live album they've ever put out. But the many bootlegs sizzle. I do love the DVD release of the movie though.

[@michaelchristopher3845]

I just ordered it from Erwin. He said he has only a few left. Can't wait!

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

That's so awesome. Didn't know if he still had any but I'm so happy for you. You're gonna love it.

[@bjones8470]

I got turned onto The Stones at 12 in 1976. An older friend of mine got me interested and they’ve been my favorite band ever since. The man that got me into them has passed but another friend that he turned onto them and I are still friends for 45 years. The first record that I listened to was Through The Past Darkly. We will once in awhile hit the neighborhood pub, have a couple pints, takeover the jukebox and just sit and play and talk Stones for hours. Unfortunately I was unable to get a ticket for Detroit 78, which was sad because that is one of my favorite tours but did see them in Orlando in 81 and a couple of times later. Great book. It’s always so great to meet and talk to real fans. Some people say they like them but just don’t quite understand the magic.

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

Great story - thanks so much for sharing. We're similar in that in 1976 I was 13 and already a big Stones fan. I can remember when Black & Blue came out. Didn't get very good reviews (I still have them - I collect Stones press cuttings and have thousands of them). The album was a big disappointment to me at the time (I first saw The Stones 6/26/75 at MSG). Of course it's grown over the years and became kind of ahead of its time. One of the few Stones albums in which they've played every song live. Anyway, thanks for watching and writing your comments. GREAT.

[@bjones8470]

@@TheAlanRosenbergShow yeah Black and Blue was the new album the year I got turned onto them. I loved it and still do. It’s another good beer drinking record.

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

@@bjones8470 When it was released, it was a "strange" Stones album. I was a huge fan of IORR, but that was considered a huge disappointment at the time - believe it was #1 for one week in the States. Black And Blue at the time was considered an even bigger fall. I loved Metamorphosis which came out in 1975, but that wasn't really a "Stones" album and I remember many reviews were like Black and Blue was trash when compared to Metamorphosis which was Stones demos and outtakes. Of course over the years it's a big "grower" and was ahead of it's time. I still listen to B&B fairly regularly. Thanks.

[@miguelnunez7110]

Thank you very much for recommending this one. I just got my copy in the mail from Erwin. Fantastic info and photos.

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

@@miguelnunez7110 wow. That’s awesome. So glad you like it.

[@Matasky2010]

The Rolling Stones 1972 50th anniversary edition hardcover book is also a real beauty- even the quality of the paper is top-notch.

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

I'm assuming you're talking about the Jim Marshall photograph book - they put it out again - yea that's a really nice book. I have the original.

[@Matasky2010]

@@TheAlanRosenbergShow Yeah I had the smaller version but had to upgrade when I saw the 50th edition release.

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

@@Matasky2010 classic amazing photos for sure.

[@finch45lear]

Hi Alan. Erwin’s book arrived today and it is everything you described. I really love the up to date bootleg coverage as I’ve been collecting those CDs for over thirty years. Thanks for sharing his info. I’m truly grateful.

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

I’m so glad you were able to get one. And I’m so glad you like it too. I hope it works out for Erwin and he can get it published. As you see. He deserves it. Thanks again. Alan

[@davidkunzli680]

I have been wanting to comment on this video, but have been overwhelmed with life recently. I went to a funeral and sat between two friends who weren't feeling well. The following day, the person on the left of me died of a heart attack. One week later, the person on the right of me died of pneumonia and sepsis. It's been a lot. I have been calling myself a death sandwich.😂 Trying to find some humor.... As you may remember, I saw this tour in Mobile, Alabama, the summer I got out of high school. It was a fantastic show. This book is amazing. I saw it on the same Stones site as you. What a Christmas present to get!!!!! I get socks. You were gifted a GREAT present!!! While I am here, I want to wish you a Happy Mardi Gras!!! It's tomorrow. Everywhere else it's just another day, but not here tomorrow 🤣😂

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

Wow David...I don't know what to say, except maybe that I'm glad I'm not sitting next to you...No seriously, that's an incredible story. So in a week, you lost three close friends. Wow. I really am truly sorry. I wish I could have seen the Stones '72 Tour live. But I was 9. I did see them in 1975 at MSG though. I hope you can enjoy your Mardi Gras. I can't imagine how wild that will be. We vacationed in New Orleans once. I loved it. Was pretty wild and that was just "normal" time. Anyway, I'm sorry for your losses, hope you're ok and try to enjoy the festivities. I'm sure your loved ones would want you to.

[@davidkunzli680]

@@TheAlanRosenbergShow At the last funeral, someone actually sat by me🤣 I'm not sure if I would have sat next to me😂 Weather will be in the low 80's tomorrow. There should be plenty of crazy on the streets, especially in the French Quarter. There was a time when nudity was almost epidemic in the Quarter but it doesn't happen too much these days. I am sure you can find Mardi Gras coverage on the internet.

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

@@davidkunzli680 Yea, I've seen footage, but I'm sure it's a tiny fraction of being there. I did love the French Quarter when I was there. Enjoy.

[@ExileOnMyStreet]

Really incredible book! IMO, this is the greatest tour in the history of rock music. I could spend the rest of my life just listening to every show from that tour. What a shame that Erwin is having such a difficult time finding a publisher, and the timing couldn't be better with the Stones about to release new music and head out on another tour. Amazing! Also, a big shoutout to your son. You certainly are blessed!

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

Thanks so much. I really am. Yea I totally agree. The Stones with Mick Taylor - 1969 (Get Your Ya Yas Out), the 1972 Tour and even the 1973 Tour (I love Goats Head Soup) are untouchable.

[@ExileOnMyStreet]

@@TheAlanRosenbergShow I wish the Stones and ABCKO could get it together and release a box set of the '69 tour. I would love to have the MSG show in great sound quality.

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

@@ExileOnMyStreet I wish they would release the 69 tour on dvd/blu-ray. Many shows were filmed (for Gimme Shelter). The live footage in Gimme Shelter is incredible. They keep releasing endless Ron Wood era dvd's with similar set lists. But what sitting in the can video wise from the Mick Taylor years is a goldmine and the 1969 tour is untouched except for Gimme Shelter.

[@ExileOnMyStreet]

@@TheAlanRosenbergShow Yes, it's frustrating and I couldn't agree more. We're not getting any younger..LOL

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

@@ExileOnMyStreet my grandma used to say the days are long but the years go fast. So true

[@finch45lear]

Alan , I spoke with Erwin a few days ago and he said he had a few left. Mine is on the way. He’s a great guy.

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

Really. Wow - that's fantastic. I know you're gonna love his book - it's incredible what he did and I hope he finds a publisher - he deserves it.

[@davidbarcenas2503]

I am a die hard Stones fan from Mexico i like your videos

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

Thanks so much. I have lots of Stones related content. Thanks so much. Really appreciate it

[@DAGDRUM53]

Watching Stones content from this era jarred loose a distinct memory of the evening show in Ft Worth in '72. I believe it happened during Can't You Hear Me Knocking because I can't think of another point in the performance Jagger wasn't a hundred per cent of the focal point. He wore a long-sleeved pop-rivetted jumpsuit and danced out of a circle of light illuminating the band. The moment he crossed the edge of light into a darker area at the back of the stage he stopped dancing, the dance moves fell away like he'd suddenly shrugged off a raincoat. I don't know if the floor seats had a line of sight of that too, I'd sat on the floor for the afternoon show and it presented a wholly different visual perspective. Looking down from the balcony though Jagger was visible beyond the light. The band churned through the extended outro and my attention turned to them. When I glanced back at Jagger he sat cross-legged on the floor but when the time came for him to return to the spotlight he rose smoothly from a sitting position to his feet without using his hands to touch the floor. I got the impression when he'd sat down he'd also done so without using his hands for support. I don't if that is some yoga move or martial arts discipline. When I got home I attempted it and must report mission failure.

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

Cool story. Don't think they ever played Can't You Hear Me Knocking live in '72 - a lot of research on that. I believe Greenfield said they played it once on the '71 tour. But no evidence of it ever live until recent years.

[@DAGDRUM53]

@@TheAlanRosenbergShow Thanks for clarifying, I thought it must've been Knocking because Jag sat about two minutes. Looking at the setlist it only could have happened in You Can't Always Get What You Want but maybe he only sat down 30-40 seconds, a strange time continuum sometimes descends on Stones' shows.

[@sabinianomaia4844]

Good news man, thanks!

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

Thanks to you too

[@finch45lear]

A must have. I’m ordering it now. Thanks Alan.

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

That's great - I know you're gonna love it. I'm glad that Erwin still has some and can send it to you. Best, Alan

[@ronalaurence3075]

That tourbook looks absolutely GORGEOUS! When you said it was self published I had to replay the video to see if I heard you correctly. Erwin J. Hoetjes should be beaming with pride. His 23 years of hard work and dedication culminated in a book of seemingly such high quality that I can’t imagine why any established publishing house wouldn’t snatch it up. Of course, I haven’t read it. But it appears to cover virtually everything about one of the most legendary rock tours in history by the group that is widely acknowledged to be “the world’s greatest rock ‘n’ roll band.” While the tourbook may seem a “ bit”pricey, it’s a lot less than what it costs to buy a typical coffee table book. And, not an awful lot more than many big hardcover tomes cost. Obviously, that’s only relevant to those who can afford such things. Your son, Michael, is very generous and thoughtful in getting you such a special gift for the holidays! I wish Erwin the best of luck in getting his book out to big Stones fans and serious rock-related collectors who are in a position to afford his beautiful book.

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

Erwin was very generous basically charging the production cost and shipping only. For 48 pounds. I got it quick too

[@ronalaurence3075]

Especially since it took Erwin 23 years “to give birth to his baby,” he really was very generous, for sure!

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

@@ronalaurence3075 he sure was. It’s a life’s work. A work of art and it deserves to be published for the general population. I hope it dies.

[@ronalaurence3075]

Yes, it is most deserving of an accessible place on bookstore shelves. I really hope that one day I see it in my local bookshop!

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

@@ronalaurence3075 indeed

[@keefjacks2549]

Im destined for number 1 fan,though you are defo top 10. I was born in 62 nov,first name Keith middle name michael. Stones were definetly more or less formed by nov 62..good video,l dont have book but knew.

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

Thanks so much. Keith Michael - that is cool. Thanks so much again for your support. We do love our Rolling Stones.

[@johnscott2566]

Dig your videos. I thought I was a huge Stones fan!

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

Thanks so much. Lol. I thought I was a huge Stones fan until I’ve seen some others. But yea I am a really big fan.

[@keefjacks2549]

Its probably the most detailed book of its kind however from publishing something that would be expensive puts it in the very hard core fans only box. Not commercial moneymaker. You have a great son m8

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

Thanks so much - yea - it's nothing but details. Like a research assignment. He did an incredible job - really his life's work. A shame he can't get it officially published. Not a "fun" quick read, but an incredible deep dive that was fascinating. Yea - wonderful gift from my son, because I was too cheap to buy it.

[@tarrtruck2869]

That Tourbook '72 looks great. I don't think there is a comprehensive book like on the Rolling Stones '72 tour or any other of the RS tours in general that I can think of. That book seems to have every little detail of that tour. I've noticed over the years that a lot of Rolling Stones fan clubs and merchandise come from the Netherlands.

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

Yea - it's amazing. I have so many Rolling Stones books but never anything like this that just focuses on one tour in such incredible detail. Plus it's great to look at with the amazing photos, ticket stubs, ads, bootleg recordings, set lists - great accomplishment this author did. Yea - Stones always had a huge following in the Netherlands. Thanks.

[@noahbody9747]

It would be great if the book was mass printed. I would buy it. I have a couple Stones books. One lists recording of the songs in chronological order from 1963 to 1989. Another is about their 1975 tour, but not in the detail of the book you presented in your video. I would love if there was a book on the Stones 1969 tour, where after 2 years they decided to start touring again.

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

I have that 1975 book. That was the first time I ever saw the Stones. Couldn't wait to get that book. It's called The Rolling Stones On Tour. Pretty much just pictures. I had to buy it twice because the pages would come out of the binding really easily. A favorite of mine for sure, but just pictures. This new book is incredible. Hopefully he can get it published and mass marketed.

[@noahbody9747]

@@TheAlanRosenbergShow The book I have is named, It's Only Rock 'n' Roll, by Chet Flippo. No photos. It describes 1975 tour up to Keith Richards getting busted in Canada for heroin possession. Published in 1985, a small book. It's in a journal style of writing. Describing the Stones 1975 tour, talking with some of the Stones. I thought it would have been more lively. It does have at the end of the book a listing of tour years. It just lists the places they visited during their tour years from 1962-1982. Found out they visited by college in 1965!

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

@@noahbody9747 Oh, thought it was that other one I have - I have yours as well but mine is called On The Road With The Rolling Stones - Twenty Years of Lipstick, Handcuffs and Chemicals by Chet Flippo. Maybe a later edition because it goes up to 1978 or so. Yea - ok book to me too.

[@OutOnTheTiles]

Erwin is to The Rolling Stones what Dave Lewis is to Led Zeppelin. Great biographers of two awesome bands!

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

Absolutely. Hopefully Erwin can get published too.

[@paulnewsom4988]

One Reason It's Hard To Get Published Photos You Show in There Alot is Copyright Issues Which is Why But This Guy Did Fantasic Job Just From What You Show

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

Yes I’ve heard that. Great book though and a ton of work he did

[@chrisames2795]

Shadoobie 😮

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

...I'm shattered...

[@ghostxflowers]

not a huge stones fan but i do like some of their songs especially love is strong i love the video since today is my birthday i was listening to it but the stones made nice merch/luggage which is nice. but i love knowing of the altamont incident.

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

Thanks. I like Love Is Strong but it’s a pretty minor song in their catalog. Keep investigating them. You’ll fall in love. I have an old video on favorite Stones deep tracks. You may like it. Thanks again.

[@abercrombie1416]

A books ok,but ,it would be even better if they can find the extra 20 hrs footage Bill says is out there from 72 tour😢

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

Oh yea - there must be incredible footage leftover from Ladies and Gentlemen The Rolling Stones and the Robert Frank CS Blues film. I wish The Stones just let professional documentarians take over their footage and do their magic. There's got to be gold in those archives.

[@abercrombie1416]

@TheAlanRosenbergShow yes well Wyman stated Robert Frank has 20hrs or more footage,but Bill said it could be anywhere! I also found out recently that when they played ladies gentlemen at cinemas here in Australia, they used concert speakers no wonder l was blown away at the time,if you can find it get the book a journey through America with stone 72 a great great book ,also would you believe chip monk lives in Australia now ,he has som amazi ng photos of that tour ,l want to buy !l would also love to talk to him it would be so great ,he done the lighting on 72 tour .enjoy your day cheers'x

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

@@abercrombie1416 Yea, in the US. Ladies And Gentlemen was supposed to be like a concert tour with full Quadrophonic sound installed in the theaters to replicate the concert. They opened it at the legendary Ziegfield Theater in NYC. Unfortunately wasn't a big hit. I used to see the film at midnight movies later on but not with the full blown Quadrophonic Sound. Was thrilling when they finally released the DVD. But the CD sounds like garbage unfortunately. It's a shame that unlike The Beatles who have the greatest producers, directors etc release incredible indepth documentaries with virtually no time limit, the Stones archives really are handled like crap. 90 minute documentaries that cover like 50 years is a joke. And I don't know what they're waiting for, except its well known Jagger has no interest in the past. That's fine. Turn the stuff over to "professionals" to turn out great indepth documentaries. How on earth they haven't released a live concert video of the 1969 tour that was filmed for Gimme Shelter - are you kidding me - should have been in the Get Your Ya Ya's Out boxset. It's a shame.

[@abercrombie1416]

@TheAlanRosenbergShow The marquee footage is good ,is that on DVD yet?

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

@@abercrombie1416 Oh yea - the Stones releases From The Vaults The Marquee Clue Live In 1971 many years ago - CD and DVD. Certainly not one of their best performances but did have I Got The Blues live which was it's only live performance for a long time.

[@FuturePast2019]

Tourbook '72, next Tourbook '73. Why didn't anybody film the 1973 tour of Europe? Dream on. 🙂

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

Yea. I love the 73 tour as I’m a huge fan of GHS. But we have the Brussels albums.

[@hyo2002]

The Rolling Stones of 1972 are thought to have poor sound and poor performance skills to listen to now. The Stones' live albums of 1972 are not very attractive, as the Stones have become more sophisticated and sophisticated in their playing as they go along. The poor sound quality of boottreks makes it even more tiring.

[@TheAlanRosenbergShow]

Interesting that you think the Stones performance skills of 1972 were poor. I've never heard that before, but hey, we're all entitled to our opinions. I think they're performance skills of 1972 were pretty exceptional, in fact the best band in the world at the time. True Jagger was a bit glammy, but when they were hot, no one could touch them. Mick Taylor truly took their musicianship to another level. Very different, of course to the Stones live today, with all the backup singers and much greater technology. I agree that it's a terrible shame, that they haven't released a great live album from the tour, though Brussels is an incredible performance (especially the bootlegs) of the 1973 show. I also think the film Ladies And Gentlemen, The Rolling Stones, shows them in a great light (for it's time) as does the live stuff from Cocksucker Blues. Thanks for commenting.