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In June 1967, Mick Jagger and Keith Richards were sent to prison on drugs charges. To help them make bail, the Who recorded two songs that were originally by The Rolling Stones. However, by the time the single was made available, Mick and Keef had been freed!
The songs were rush released - recorded on 28th June and the record appeared in shops on 30th June!
As John was away on his honeymoon he authorised the Who to do the record without him and bass parts were overdubbed by Pete
This UK-only release reached number 44 on the UK Singles Chart
The recording of '
The Last Time' by The Who is workmanlike but despite a key change towards the end, it lacks both the attack and menace of the original version
The 'B'-side of the single was '
Under My Thumb' and unfortunately the vocals are very weak. The main guitar riff is intact tho, and Pete's fuzz box solo almost makes the song worthwhile
Ultimately both songs are for completist only