5 Things to Know About the Rolling Stones Mobile Studio and Who's Next

The Rolling Stones Mobile Studio was used for initial recordings of some tracks on Who’s Next. Most of the album was recorded at Olympic Studios in Barnes, London.

The mobile studio was a truck equipped with recording gear, allowing bands to record outside traditional studios. It gave artists flexibility to capture live sounds in different locations.

The Rolling Stones used it themselves for albums like Sticky Fingers and Exile on Main St. They also lent it to other acts, including The Who.

The Who’s initial sessions for Who’s Next at the mobile studio produced early versions of songs like “Baba O’Riley” and “Won’t Get Fooled Again.” These tracks were later re-recorded or overdubbed at Olympic Studios.

The mobile studio’s use on Who’s Next highlights its role in capturing raw, energetic performances. It was a practical tool for bands seeking a less polished sound.