Altamont Free Concert
Four months after Woodstock, the Rolling Stones wanted to host a free concert of their own at California’s Altamont Speedway. The rumors were that the Hells Angels were officially hired to be the event’s security, but individuals involved in the planning deny this.
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But members of the infamous motorcycle club were definitely there, surrounding the stage, and handling to the crowd. Unfortunately, by the end of the night, four people were killed (three of them accidentally) and many more were injured. ‘Gimme Shelter,’ documented the event one of the best rockumentaries of all time.