The Birth of Rolling Stone: Counterculture and Challenges

This chapter explores the founding of Rolling Stone magazine during the cultural upheaval of the 1960s, rooted in the counterculture movement and influenced by radical publications like Ramparts. It highlights the personal and financial struggles faced by its founders, their relationships, and tensions surrounding the magazine's leftist identity. Central to this narrative are the dynamics between key figures, including a college dropout from Berkeley and a jazz critic, as they navigated the evolving music landscape and societal changes.