The Forgotten 1963 Song That Inspired The Rolling Stones' Masterpiece 'Sympathy for the Devil'!

Behind the hypnotic and legendary groove of "Sympathy for the Devil" (1968), one of the Rolling Stones' greatest classics, is a surprising jazz influence: the Charlie Watts-inspired Latin beat of "A Night in Tunisia", recorded in 1963 by Kenny Clarke. Watts, always the band's elegant drummer, brought this jazzy feel that gave the six-minute epic a unique and irresistible balance. Mick Jagger and Keith Richards built layers of rock, tribal percussion and provocative lyrics about the devil, but it was Watts' touch that brought it all together. "Sympathy for the Devil" marked an era of experimentation for the Stones, mixing blues, rock, samba and satire. The music continues to be played in stadiums around the world, influencing generations. Proof of how different influences can create something eternal in rock'n'roll!