Altamont

In "Altamont," celebrated rock journalist Joel Selvin presents a comprehensive cultural history of the Rolling Stones’ infamous 1969 concert in San Francisco, an event that signaled the end of the idealistic 1960s. Through two decades of meticulous research and numerous interviews, Selvin reveals the events leading up to the concert, including the chaotic atmosphere, the involvement of the Grateful Dead, and the pivotal role of the Hells Angels as security. This definitive account dives deep into the tragedy’s multifaceted aspects, including the unsettling moments preceding the concert and the fallout that followed, offering listeners a thorough understanding of rock's darkest day.