Black and Blue is one of the Rolling Stones' most misunderstood albums - dismissed at its release in 1976, yet now recognized as a bold experiment that kept the band alive during a time of chaos and change.

In this in-depth study, Richard Ward takes readers inside the making of the Stones' bruised and restless masterpiece. From Mick Taylor's sudden departure to Ronnie Wood's arrival, from funk and reggae detours to soulful ballads and ragged rockers, this book traces how the Stones pushed their sound in new directions - and in doing so, paved the way for their late-'70s revival with Some Girls.

Across 35 detailed chapters, you'll discover:

• The band's uncertain state in the mid-1970s

• The studio sessions in Rotterdam, Munich, and New York

• Track-by-track explorations of "Memory Motel," "Fool to Cry," "Hot Stuff," and more

• How the 1976 tours brought the new songs to life

• The album's critical dismissal and its surprising modern reappraisal

• Why Black and Blue matters as a portrait of survival and reinvention

Perfect for Stones fans, rock historians, and anyone curious about the album that bridged the gap between decline and rebirth, Iconic Albums - The Rolling Stones - Black and Blue reveals why this record - once mocked, now celebrated - remains a vital part of the band's story.