Rare 1966 Rolling Stones Photos Released

Mick Jagger and company is on display in an exhibition of vintage 1966 photographs by California photographer Sue Michelson.

Michelson released the photos on July 25 as part of her Soul Gallery web site on the 43rd anniversary of the Stones' Hollywood concert. The collection of black and white and color photographs provide an informal look at the legendary rock band behind the scenes and on stage in front of fans.

The previously unpublished photos from Michelson's private collection capture the historic 1966 Rolling Stones concert in the Hollywood Bowl, along with other popular musical acts of the 60s, including the McCoys, Buffalo Springfield and the Standells. Images of each band are extensive and capture every moment of the 1966 concert. From shotgun rehearsals in dressing rooms with Stones' guitarist Keith Richards strumming away to genial conversations among band mates, each photo tells it's own individual story of the concert in an intimate way.

The Rolling Stones were performing in support of their earlier 1966 release, "Aftermath," which was recorded and produced just miles from the Hollywood Bowl at RCA recording studios. The band moved the crowds of Hollywood with some of their biggest hits, including "Paint It Black" and the iconic tune "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction."

Michelson is offering a limited amount of reprints of the rare photos in several sizes. The photos can be previewed at the Soul Gallery webpage www.rollingstones1966photos.com and are also for sale.