The Stones went through a very dark period from ‘68-’73. Altamont was the first low point, where the Hell’s Angels beat a black man to death during a performance of “Sympathy for the Devil.”
It’s clear from Mick’s reaction that what began as a satanic pose for publicity purposes, had spun wildly out of control.
Check out this promotional video for “Jumpin’ Jack Flash.”
http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DeUnPO9qmRuk&v=eUnPO9qmRuk&gl=US
Mick seems to be truly possessed.
The creepiest era was the time around the filming of “Performance.” The debauchery surrounding the filming was appalling. And the single, “Memo From Turner,” associated with the film, is suitably deranged.
The Angels didn’t beat the guy to death. They stabbed him. AFTER he pulled a gun. No charges were filed.
They did, however, whack Marty Balin from the Airplane upside the head with a pool cue. That’s what happens when your security detail is paid in beer.