Stoned Side of the Mule Vol 1 & 2

I was overjoyed to learn that Jackie Greene was part of this live album when I received it. While the songs are done in a very authentic way, there are enough unique moments that never could happen on a studio covers album. Not many bands other than Gov't Mule could pull something like this off. The people in the audience of these shows were very lucky. Get this while you can.

They do a killer job of the Rplling Stones with a few of my favoriate all time songs with there flavor yea AAA+++love vinall

Contrary to what is described here, this item is NOT a CD!This is 12" vinyl LP.Looking forward to hearing it if I figure out how to play it and record it for the iPod. Otherwise seriously considering returning it. May keep as collector's item.Pay no attention to the 5 star rating as I have not heard the music.

Phish  isn't the only jamband to don a musical custom on Halloween. Indeed, Gov't Mule is building a reputation as a band that plays fun sets of classic songs. As with the " Dark Side of the Mule " album that played Pink Floyd and " Dub Side of the Mule " that featured reggae legend Toots Hibbert, this release offers hand picked nuggets from the golden era of the Rolling Stones. "Stoned Side of the Mule" plays music from the band's 2009 Halloween show.  Volume 1  was released on vinyl in 2014. It kicks off with an 'Under My Thumb' that even includes the marimba part played by Brian Jones. The lead guitar work on 'Monkey Man' smokes. Known for his work with Radiohead, 'Heartbreaker' introduces the sax work of Steve Elson. Rolling Stone magazine considers 'Paint it Black' the band's sixth best song. Showing attention to detail, Mule faithfully recreates the sitar part. The band also does a great job on the tragically sentimental 'Angie.' As a live Mule favorite, the guys stretch out on 'Ventilator Blues.' "Exile on Main Street" lives again thanks in part to Jackie Greene's mean harmonica. Drummer Matt Abts takes lead vocals on 'Shattered.' The second record or  volume 2  was first available on Record Store Day in 2015. The record begins with 'Wild Horses,' which is given dead-on execution. Elson's saxophone is amazing on the passionate 'Bitch.' By the time Mule plays 'Slave,' it is clear that the band is firing on all cylinders. To take a breather from the red hot action, the guys do a moving 'Play With Fire.' Yet another song off "Sticky Fingers," 'Can't You Hear Me Knocking' is a highlight. Things finish with 'Brown Sugar.' As on the "Dark Side of the Mule" album, Warren Haynes and company tend to play these songs straight-up. Lamentably, the guys don't improvise much or expand the original arrangements. That said, the band still puts their stamp on the music of the Stones. For the time, Warren Haynes wants this release to only be available in vinyl in an effort to support record stores and encourage people to rediscover vinyl. With that in mind, it's unlikely to be released as a CD or download any time soon. If you're both a fan of the Rolling Stones and Gov't Mule, "Stoned Side of the Mule" might be a reason to invest in a phonograph.

Came just as expected. It is 2 LP set as described under item description. Love me some Mule and the covers of The Rolling Stones sound very clear and well mixed in playback. I would not buy this item from Amazon but rather through another seller as you can save $20 at the least.

Great set of tunes, the band hitting on all cylinders. Ventilator Blues destroys...Excellent packaging, great gatefold album cover. The vinyl is 180 gm and feels substantial in your hands. The fact that this set covers the bases for both volumes 1 and 2 is great. A little pricey, but worth the money.

I purchased this album thinking it was in CD format but was totally disappointed in that it was in vinyl. Although I do own a turntable with an expensive cartridge and stylus I still would prefer the convenience of a CD more. I am not set up to burn a CD from a vinyl album so I could not even play it in the car CD player from wich I do most of my listening to music. The vinyl set remains unopened and eventually I plan to sell it with hopes that it will finally be released as a CD.All that said; My favorite song on Mule's "Dub Side Of The Mule" is the Stone's song "Play With Fire". This "Stoned Side Of The Mule" does contain "Play With Fire" and several other fine Stones selections which have to be superb. I think my favorite Gov't Mule songs are cover versions of other compositions. Warren Haynes never ceases to amaze me with his interpretations thereof.

See the review above. Do not be fooled. I wish this album would be released as a CD. I love Gov't Mule. Also, as above, disregard the 5 star. Although I'm sure it probably is a 5 star item.

This a Europe only vinyl offering. The vinyl pressing is good. It is an overview of the Rolling Stone repertoire, there are no real musical insights or anything especially intriguing. The music is faithful to the original. It is unfortunately just ok.

As an old Stones fan, I think this double live LP is a gem, Warren Haynes is a brilliant guitarist and singer, and with the help of some excellent friends he gives the tracks a nice twist. Most of the tracks are true to the original Stones recordings but with a more modern sound.

Questo tributo ai Rolling Stones,da parte dei Gov't Mule,ci regala delle buone versioni dei loro brani,anche di canzoni,che difficilmente si vedono eseguite da altri gruppi,Ventilator Blues su tutte,anche se il cantante fa di tutto per rendere coinvolgente i brani degli Stones,a mio avviso,purtroppo non sempre ci riesce,mantenendo però la linea strumentale molto originale,rendendo personali le versioni dei brani,diciamo che la voce di Warren Hayes,non si adatta molto bene ai brani degli Stones,resta sempre sofferta e non spavalda come quella di Mick Jagger.Lìho comprato,perchè oltre ad essere un Fan Sfegatato delle Pietre Rotolanti,mi piacciono moltissimo anche i Gov't Mule,che però in questo tribute album,non mi hanno soddisfatto in pieno,avrebbero dovuto convoare un cantante più duttile,vista la rarità del doppio album,uscito solo per commemorare il Record Store Day,chiaramente solo in versione doppio 33 giri,vale la pena sia per il prezzo che per la qualità musicale,Consigliato..Ma con riserve x il cantato.

Estos tipos, toquen lo que toquen, le den al palo que le den, siempre salen "airosos", saben moverse en cualquier tipo de ambiente rockero, son virtuosos, que no empalagosos, y rinden un merecido homenaje a "sus majestades satánicas", con una calidad musical y un nivel instrumental sobre las tablas pocas veces visto. Todo un acierto de todas a todas!!!

Bon, once again, un tribute du mule, cette fois ci, concernant les Stones. Que dire sinon rien......Les musiciens sont brillants, les titres incontournables et particulièrement bien choisis et la pochette est vraiment fun. Alors on pourra toujours s'extasier exagérément ou critiquer aigrement en s'étripant sur tel ou tel détail.Pour ma part, j'ai pas le temps, ça joue, ça sonne et emballé dans une belle pochette, créative et tout et tout, pour le reste, j'ai décidé encore une fois, sage que je suis, de laisser tranquille l'arrière train des diptères qui nous entourent........Voilà voilà voilà.EN REVANCHE, qu'en 2015 les gars de Mascot Records pressent un double LP exclusif sans y inclure de download code, c'est moyen.....Très moyen les gars de Mastoc record............Back 2 black oui, mais quand même.........