The Rolling Stones Share ‘From London To Shanghai’ Documentary
The film captures the band’s first performance in mainland China in 2006.
The Rolling Stones have shared a new documentary entitled From London to Shanghai – The Rolling Stones’ Historic Concert to the Other Side of the World.
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In 2006, the Rolling Stones made their debut performance in mainland China, bringing one of the most renowned Rock and Roll live acts to the other side of the world.
This documentary features interviews with long-time production manager Dale “Opie” Skjerseth and the godfather of Chinese rock Cui Juan.
From London To Shanghai explores behind the scenes of the historic concert, and includes plenty of thrilling concert footage. Check it out below.
This isn’t the first Rolling Stones film to receive a recent release. Back in March, Mercury Studios released from a new film from the band’s archive, Live At The Wiltern.
The collection was issued in a variety of physical and digital video and audio formats. There are three different versions of the vinyl – a standard black 3LP, Gold Vinyl 3LP and Bronze & Black Swirl. The black 3LP is be on general release, while the color variants are limited releases.
The Rolling Stones embarked on the “Licks World Tour” in 2002 and 2003 to celebrate their 40th anniversary, with the band performing in arenas and stadiums, in addition to the occasional theater show – a daunting 117 dates in total. In November 2002, the Stones arrived in Los Angeles to perform at a packed Wiltern Theatre, treating fans to a set heavy on rarities which feel right at home in such an intimate setting.
While some of the hits were performed, this night at the Wiltern was for the rarely played classics, including “Stray Cat Blues,” “No Expectations,” and a cover of “Everybody Needs Somebody To Love” featuring a guest spot by the legendary Solomon Burke, who opened the show that night.
