Unearthed: The Lost Album of Mick Jagger and The Red Devils

Unearthed: The Lost Album of Mick Jagger and The Red Devils

A long-lost album produced by Rick Rubin featuring Mick Jagger and The Red Devils has remained unreleased for 34 years. Mick Jagger, seeking to revitalize his solo career, collaborated with Rubin in 1992 for his third solo album. Rubin, known for his work with iconic artists, was also producing The Red Devils' debut album at the time. The Red Devils, a blues band, caught the attention of Rubin and other notable figures with their energetic performances at the King King club in LA.

Impressed by The Red Devils, Jagger joined them on stage for a jam session at the King King, showcasing his blues roots. Subsequently, Rubin and Jagger entered the Ocean Way Recording studios to record a set of old blues songs with Jagger singing live. Despite the raw and impassioned performances, Jagger later decided that the tracks were too rough for release and opted for a more polished sound with session musicians.

The resulting album, "Wandering Spirit," released in early 1993, failed to make a significant impact commercially. Jagger returned to the Rolling Stones, and The Red Devils faced their own challenges, ultimately disbanding in 1994. The tragic death of Lester Butler in 1998 marked the end of an era for the band. Despite the setbacks, the recordings from the Ocean Way session have resurfaced, offering a glimpse into the collaboration between Jagger and The Red Devils.

While snippets of the session are available online, only one track has been officially released by Jagger. The remaining recordings remain unreleased, leaving fans and musicians alike curious about the untapped potential of the collaboration. The legacy of that fateful day at Ocean Way Recording studios lives on, a testament to the raw energy and talent of Mick Jagger and The Red Devils.