The Rolling Stones - Hand Of Fate (Live At The El Mocambo, Toronto)
Venue: El Mocambo
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Date: March 5, 1977
In March 1977, The Rolling Stones performed a live recording of "Hand Of Fate" at the El Mocambo in Toronto, which was a pivotal moment during a transitional phase in the band's career. This performance came in the wake of their studio album "Black and Blue" (released in 1976), which marked a significant change as they introduced new guitarist Ronnie Wood following Mick Taylor's departure. The El Mocambo shows were special in that they allowed the band to reconnect with their roots in a more intimate setting after years of large arena performances. Interestingly, the recordings from these shows remained unreleased for decades until the album "Live At The El Mocambo" was finally issued in 2022, bringing attention back to this era of the band during a time when they were navigating internal dynamics and evolving their sound.
