General Information

Title:

Rolling Stone Records

Dates:

Bulk, 1974-1989; Inclusive, 1965-1991

Extent:

250.0 Linear feet 

Language:

English

Processing Information:

Processed by Patricia McEldowney, Justin Seidler, Lee Wittenstein, Interns; Ann Daley Smerkar, Roadie; Rachel Somerville, Project Archivist; Stasia Karel, Assistant Archivist. Last updated August 23, 2012. Descriptive sources and standards used to create this inventory: DACS and local processing manual.

Preferred Citation:

[Identification of Item], Rolling Stone Records, Library and Archives, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum.

Collection Overview

The Rolling Stone Records span the years 1965 to 1990, with the bulk of the records dating between 1974 and 1988. The records are organized into four series: artist files, artist reference and publicity files, copy and research files, and editorial files. The artist files consist of materials organized according to musical artist, including newspaper and magazine clippings referencing the different artists and their performances. This series also contains subject files, covering topics such as various music festivals. The copy and research files make up the majority of the material contained in the  Rolling Stone Records. This series is organized according to issue number and most of the magazines between no. 158 and no. 542 are included in this collection. Materials such as print copy, manuscripts, newspaper and magazine clippings, research notes, interview transcripts, and recorded interviews are included in this series. The editorial files contain material relating to various  Rolling Stone magazine writers. Of note are correspondence between  Rolling Stone and the authors and editors in regards to writing assignments and compensation for these assignments. Please note that series not described here are currently in process and are, therefore RESTRICTED. See the rest of the finding aid for more detailed information, and consult the Library and Archives staff in advance of your visit to ensure access to these materials is available.

Administrative History

Rolling Stone was founded in 1967 by Jann Wenner. It is a New York-based magazine devoted to music, politics, and popular coverage, and it is published bi-monthly with two double issues each year.

Custodial History

The Rolling Stone Records were received by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Museum, Inc. as a gift from Timothy Walsh, Vice President of  Rolling Stone, on December 20, 2010.

Restrictions

Use

The copyright interests in this collection have not been transferred to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, Inc. For more information, please consult the staff of the Library and Archives.

Access

Collection is open for research. Patrons must sign the Acknowledgment of Legal Responsibility and Privacy Rights statement on the Researcher Registration form before using this collection. Consult the Library and Archives in advance of your visit to ensure access to these materials is available.