It’s All Over Now

Released in July 1964, 'It’s All Over Now' serves as a crucial EP in the Rolling Stones' early discography, primarily centered around their first UK number-one hit. Recorded at Chess Studios in Chicago, the title track benefits from the legendary studio's room acoustics and the band's proximity to their blues idols. This specific release highlights the band's transition from strict R&B disciples to a group capable of infusing pop structures with a gritty, dangerous edge. The inclusion of 'Tell Me' is significant as it was one of the first Jagger/Richards compositions to gain traction, moving away from the cover-heavy repertoire of their earliest days. Critics often cite this era as the beginning of the band's 'bad boy' image, contrasting sharply with the more polished presentation of The Beatles. The EP format allows for a concentrated look at their versatility, from the driving rock of 'Route 66' to the melancholic 'Good Times, Bad Times.'