Fatboy Slim's iconic dance track "Satisfaction Skank" is finally getting its official release after being stuck in limbo for nearly three decades. The track, which sampled Keith Richards' famous guitar riff from The Rolling Stones' 1965 classic "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction", was a staple of the late 90s club scene and had been circulating on bootlegs since its creation in 1999.
However, despite numerous attempts to clear the sample with the band's management, Fatboy Slim (real name Norman Cook) was repeatedly rebuffed. The reason? A flat "no" from the Stones' camp that seemed unwavering for two decades.
It wasn't until Mick Jagger himself gave his seal of approval that the track was finally greenlit for release. According to Cook, he received a call from the Stones' frontman expressing enthusiasm for the mix, but his management team remained unyielding in their refusal.
Fast forward 25 years, and it appears the band has had a change of heart. The stems for "Satisfaction Skank" were delivered to Cook in an armored van, a testament to the seriousness with which the Stones are approaching this new collaboration.
The release marks a fascinating convergence of old and new, as AI-enhanced archive photos of the Stones will feature prominently in a music video directed by Tom Furse. The project serves as a reminder that even after all these years, artists can still surprise us with new collaborations and reinterpretations of classic works.
Interestingly, this isn't the first time the Stones have relented on a sample dispute – they previously agreed to share royalties from Verve's hit "Bitter Sweet Symphony" in 2019. Cook is now reflecting on his long-held dream of working with the Stones, having released numerous tracks over the years, including "The Rockafeller Skank".
When asked about the approval from Jagger and Keith Richards, Cook said he was flabbergasted to receive such a response after so many years. He expressed gratitude at being given another chance to work on this project.
Meanwhile, guitarist Ronnie Wood recently hinted that the band are still working on new music – fans of classic rock may be thrilled by this news!
However, despite numerous attempts to clear the sample with the band's management, Fatboy Slim (real name Norman Cook) was repeatedly rebuffed. The reason? A flat "no" from the Stones' camp that seemed unwavering for two decades.
It wasn't until Mick Jagger himself gave his seal of approval that the track was finally greenlit for release. According to Cook, he received a call from the Stones' frontman expressing enthusiasm for the mix, but his management team remained unyielding in their refusal.
Fast forward 25 years, and it appears the band has had a change of heart. The stems for "Satisfaction Skank" were delivered to Cook in an armored van, a testament to the seriousness with which the Stones are approaching this new collaboration.
The release marks a fascinating convergence of old and new, as AI-enhanced archive photos of the Stones will feature prominently in a music video directed by Tom Furse. The project serves as a reminder that even after all these years, artists can still surprise us with new collaborations and reinterpretations of classic works.
Interestingly, this isn't the first time the Stones have relented on a sample dispute – they previously agreed to share royalties from Verve's hit "Bitter Sweet Symphony" in 2019. Cook is now reflecting on his long-held dream of working with the Stones, having released numerous tracks over the years, including "The Rockafeller Skank".
When asked about the approval from Jagger and Keith Richards, Cook said he was flabbergasted to receive such a response after so many years. He expressed gratitude at being given another chance to work on this project.
Meanwhile, guitarist Ronnie Wood recently hinted that the band are still working on new music – fans of classic rock may be thrilled by this news!
This is like, the coolest thing I've heard in ages - Fatboy Slim's "Satisfaction Skank" is FINALLY coming out!!! 
It's been stuck in limbo for so long because of a sample dispute with the Stones... but now it seems like Mick Jagger himself gave his seal of approval and Keith Richards are on board too! 
Can you imagine how epic this music video is gonna be? 
The AI-enhanced archive photos of the Stones will make it look so nostalgic and retro... I'm literally hyped for this project!!! 
Can you believe it's taken 25+ years for Fatboy Slim and The Rolling Stones to finally team up on "Satisfaction Skank"? I mean, who knew Mick Jagger would eventually give his seal of approval? 
It's amazing how things can change in the music industry. On a more positive note, this collab is a great reminder that artists can still surprise us with new magic even after all these years! 
And let's be real, it's awesome to see Ronnie Wood hinting at new music from The Stones... those guys are legends 
. I'm hyped for the AI-enhanced archive photos in the music video and the reimagined "Satisfaction Skank" - this is gonna be epic! 
I mean, think about it, a flat "no" for 20 years can be kinda suspicious... like the Stones were holding out on us all this time just to get our attention. But nope, Mick Jagger's approval makes everything legit and cool again 
... or does it? Maybe the fact that they finally agreed on royalties with Verve means they're more open to collaboration now? 
I don't know, man, my mind is all over the place about this one 
And can you blame Mick Jagger for wanting to be a part of this project after how much he loved the original mix? Maybe we'll finally get that perfect blend of old and new... or maybe it'll just be another thing I regret buying on iTunes 
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