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joel
Jan 24, 2020
Maybe not the best music podcast but one of the best.
Mark Conway
Dec 31, 2019
Rolling Stone are utterly clueless tone deaf morons with less musical appreciation than a lump of mold. The most boring podcast in the world ever.
Feb 1, 2019
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WBEZ Making
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This week, we’re sharing an episode of the podcast series Making from WBEZ. Before becoming a cultural lightning rod, Kanye West was a self-confident teenager, handing out mixtapes on the South and West sides of Chicago. In the first episode of this two-part podcast series, they track Kanye’s meteoric rise from uncredited producer to headlining star.
Hear about his rise in this special episode. And if you enjoy it, you can hear about his fall in part two by finding Making from WBEZ.
Making tells the story of a different, iconic figure every episode. Subscribe and don’t miss an episode.
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May 26, 2023 |
The Life and Music of Tina Turner, the Queen of Rock & Roll
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With Tina Turner's death at the age of 83, we look back on her oft-difficult life, career triumphs, and world-shaking music. Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield join host Brian Hiatt for the discussion
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May 24, 2023 |
Beyoncé's Renaissance Tour: What to Expect
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We dig deep on Beyoncé's spectacular Renaissance Tour, from the massive spectacle to the unexpected ballad choices, with Brittany Spanos and Daily Telegraph music critic Neil McCormick joining host Brian Hiatt
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May 22, 2023 |
MTV News Confidential: Kurt Loder, Tabitha Soren, and John Norris tell all
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We mark the end of MTV News' 36-year run by talking to three iconic anchors — Kurt Loder, Tabitha Soren, and John Norris — about covering Kurt Cobain's death and interviewing Tupac Shakur, as well behind-the-scenes drama, being the face of music news for a generation, and much more
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May 15, 2023 |
Free Ed Sheeran! Songwriters Explain Why the 'Let's Get It On' Case Was a Near-Disaster
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A panel of hit-makers explains how a verdict against Ed Sheeran could've ruined songwriting forever, with Jenna Andrews (who co-wrote BTS' "Butter"), Jamie Hartman (Backstreet Boys, Lewis Capaldi), and JHart (Justin Bieber, Usher) joining host Brian Hiatt.
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May 08, 2023 |
AI and the Weird Future of Music
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Is artificial intelligence about to change music forever? We look at what's already happening — and what's coming next. Grimes, for one, is allowing anyone to use AI models of her voice, and splitting royalties 50/50; her manager, Daouda Leonard, joins host Brian Hiatt to talk about their plans and the broader risks and possibilities of AI in music.
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May 01, 2023 |
Inside Frank Ocean's Coachella Chaos
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We take a deep look at Frank Ocean's controversial Coachella performance — as well as the odd discourse around it — and look back on his career, with Tomás Mier and Simon Vozick-Levinson joining host Brian Hiatt
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Apr 22, 2023 |
Fake Bands, Real Songs: The Best Tunes by Made-Up Musicians
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From Daisy Jones and the Six to the Oneders, we look at the best songs by fictional artists, with Alan Sepinwall joining host Brian Hiatt
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Apr 19, 2023 |
The Genius of Boygenius: How Phoebe Bridgers, Julien Baker, and Lucy Dacus Are Saving Rock
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We tell the story behind rock's most exciting supergroup — Lucy Dacus, Julien Baker, and Phoebe Bridgers — with a track-by-track look at their acclaimed new album. Angie Martoccio, who wrote Rolling Stone's cover story on the band, joins host Brian Hiatt for the discussion
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Apr 05, 2023 |
American Woman: Lana Del Rey's Wild Journey
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We dive into Lana Del Rey's new album, 'Did You Know That There's A Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd' — along with her whole discography and the controversies along the way, with Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt
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Mar 26, 2023 |
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour: The Ultimate Breakdown of Opening Night and Beyond
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We dive deep on The Eras Tour, from song choices to staging to guesses at surprises to come and more. Waiss Aramesh, who covered opening night for Rolling Stone, joins Brittany Spanos and host Brian Hiatt for the discussion
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Mar 22, 2023 |
'Hannah Montana' to 'Flowers': Miley Cyrus' Hits, Highs, and Lows,
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We discuss Miley Cyrus' new album 'Endless Summer Vacation,' including her smash 'Flowers' – and look back at her whole wild career path, with Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt
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Mar 13, 2023 |
More Terrible Albums by Great Artists
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We look at the second half of our list of 'Genuinely Horrible Albums by Great Artists,' from Kanye West to David Bowie, with the list's author, Andy Greene, joining host Brian Hiatt
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Mar 10, 2023 |
Introducing: Back Issue
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This week we’re introducing something special: Back Issue from Pineapple Street Studios.
Back Issue is BACK with a brand new season! Back Issue reminisces on moments in pop culture’s past that have shaped our present. Each episode brings personal reflection, incredible guests, and plenty of deep belly laughs. Host Josh Gwynn has invited some very special guest co-hosts to share their perspective on some of the most formative stories in pop culture. We start out with not just another hair story but a conversation about the gendered politics of specific hairstyles as Josh sets out on a mission to get a silk press.
We’ll also reflect on iconic award speeches, explore what our brains do on gossip, break down the backstories of Degrassi and Cheetah Girls, decide if Josh should become the next Black ex-pat, and discuss which multi-hyphenate performers are deserving of their flowers.
Listen and follow Back Issue wherever you get your podcasts.
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Mar 09, 2023 |
Genuinely Horrible Albums by Great Artists
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From Prince to Neil Young to Madonna, we discuss – and argue about – Rolling Stone's picks for the worst albums by great artists, with the list's author, Andy Greene, joining host Brian Hiatt for the discussion.
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Feb 26, 2023 |
Rihanna's Halftime Show: Classic or Low-Energy? Plus: Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. Defends the Grammys
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We look at criticism and praise for Rihanna's long-awaited performance comeback, with Mankaprr Conteh and Tomás Mier joining host Brian Hiatt. Plus: Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. responds to our Grammy critiques from last week
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Feb 19, 2023 |
Why Can't Beyoncé Win Album of the Year? Breaking Down the 2023 Grammys
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We discuss Grammy voters' repeated Beyoncé snubs, and break down the highs and lows of the 2023 Grammys, with Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt
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Feb 13, 2023 |
The Wildest Left-Turn Albums Ever, From Lil Yachty to Queen to Taylor Swift
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Lil Yachty's psychedelic-rock experiment 'Let's Start Here' isn't the first album to stun fans – we look back at the history of artists taking wild left turns, from Queen getting funky with 'Hot Space' to Taylor Swift shape-shifting on '1989' and much, much more
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Feb 06, 2023 |
The Making of SZA's 'SOS'
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With 'SOS' in its sixth week at number one, we go deep into the making of an instant classic. SZA's collaborators – Rodney Jerkins, Rob Bisel, and Carter Lang – go track by track and tell all about the complex creative process behind the album.
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Jan 29, 2023 |
The Life and Music of David Crosby
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We look back at the chaotic life and gorgeous music of the late David Crosby – and hear unearthed interview audio – with Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young biographer David Browne and Andy Greene joining host Brian Hiatt for the discussion
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Jan 28, 2023 |
More of the Best Music You Didn't Hear in 2022
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From hip-hop to indie-rock to Spanish-language music of many genres, here's a rundown of more of the greatest albums you may have missed in 2022, with Andre Gee, Julyssa Lopez, and Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt
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Jan 23, 2023 |
The Life and Music of Jeff Beck
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We pay tribute to the late guitar god in a super-sized episode featuring a never-before-heard interview with Beck himself by Rolling Stone's Kory Grow, plus new conversations with Mike Campbell, Joe Satriani, and Vernon Reid – and an in-depth discussion of his career, with Andy Greene joining host Brian Hiatt.
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Jan 15, 2023 |
The Best 2022 Music You Didn't Hear (Pt. 1)
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An in-depth look at some of the best songs and albums you may have missed in 2022, from country/Americana to Afropop to metal. Mankaprr Conteh, Kory Grow, and Joseph Hudak join host Brian Hiatt for the discussion
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Jan 09, 2023 |
The Untold Story of 'A Long December' – Counting Crows' Adam Duritz Looks Back
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Is "A Long December" a Christmas song? In a special holiday episode, Counting Crows frontman Adam Duritz weighs in on that question, while going deeper than ever before on the making of e a seasonal classic, sharing his favorite holiday songs by other artists, and much more
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Dec 24, 2022 |
SZA Speaks! Inside Her New Album and Much More
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SZA talks about the battles behind her triumphant, chart-topping new album 'SOS,' previews her tour, and much, much more in an interview conducted by host Brian Hiatt and Mankaprr Conteh. "I think this album was partially inspired by love lost, but mostly inspired by my departure from attempting to be a nice girl," SZA says. "I've tried to be a nice girl for so long, and it's just not who I am, inherently. I think I've done nice things and I am a kind person, but I'm not a nice girl. And that's okay."
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Dec 18, 2022 |
The 50 Best Albums of 2022
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From Taylor Swift to J. Hope, from Spoon to Beyoncé, we look at each of the 50 greatest albums of 2022, hitting genres from superstar pop and hip-hop to indie-rock, Afropop, reggaeton, reggae, R&B, and more. Andre Gee, Julyssa Lopez, Brittany Spanos, and Simon Vozick-Levinson join host Brian Hiatt for the discussion
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Dec 12, 2022 |
The 50 Worst Decisions in Music History
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From Britney Spears turning down "Umbrella" to Garth Brooks deciding to become "Chris Gaines," we look at the worst and most ridiculous music blunders of all time, with Andy Greene joining host Brian Hiatt to discuss his list
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Dec 03, 2022 |
The Beatles' 'Revolver': The Ultimate Breakdown
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Was 'Taxman' Inspired by the 'Batman' theme? Who or what was 'And Your Bird Can Sing' actually about? We dig into burning Beatles questions and go through every track on the new deluxe 'Revolver' reissue, with Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt for the deep-dive discussion
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Nov 26, 2022 |
Fat Joe Looks Back: "I Might've Been the First Lizzo!"
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From his days as a teenage hustler in the Bronx to his endless string of comeback hits to his friendship with Big Pun, Fat Joe – who has a new autobiography, The Book of José, out now – looks back with host Brian Hiatt
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Nov 19, 2022 |
Kathleen Hanna + Syd: Rolling Stone's Musicians on Musicians – Special Series
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What happens when we take the writer away and ask two groundbreaking female artists from two different genres to interview each other?
On the final episode of Rolling Stone's Musicians on Musicians – also running as a special series in the Rolling Stone Music Now feed – Kathleen Hanna meets with Syd to talk about learning to sing, star signs, and what it means to be a rebel.
Kathleen Hanna is a pioneer of the feminist punk movement, and she’s as active as ever, performing sold out shows across the country with her iconic bands Bikini Kill and Le Tigre. At a Hollywood studio this fall, punk rock's original "Rebel Girl" met with Syd, who's highly respected in R&B and hip-hop for the unconventional path she's carved out with her band, The Internet, and as a solo act. The conversation revealed two women with a unique ability to connect deeply to their audience through their music, and to each other through their individual forms of female empowerment.
Produced by OBB Sound.
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Nov 17, 2022 |
Willow: The Rolling Stone Interview
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"I'm just not a pop star. I love doing weird shit": Willow tells all about her new album, her love of System of a Down and Deftones, why she doesn't care about 'nepo baby' discourse, why she's not embarrassed by "Whip My Hair," and much more in an in-depth interview with host Brian Hiatt
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Nov 16, 2022 |
Remembering Migos' Takeoff – and How TikTok is Rewriting Pop Hits
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We look back at the life and career of Migos' Takeoff – and talk to Rufus Wainwright about his duet with Carly Rae Jepsen on the viral TikTok smash 'The Loneliest Time.' We play unheard interview audio with Takeoff while discussing his career with Andre Gee and Simon Vozick-Levinson, and also talk with Tomas Mier about how TikTok is essentially crowd-sourcing remixes of songs like Jepsen's.
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Nov 05, 2022 |
Common + John Legend: Rolling Stone's Musicians on Musicians – Special Series
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What happens when we take the writer away and ask two old friends and Oscar-winning collaborators to dive into what drives their music and their words?
On the new episode of Rolling Stone's Musicians on Musicians, also running as a special series on the Rolling Stone Music Now feed, we hear Common and John Legend discuss the emotional nature of collaboration and how their shared activism has connected them forever. In the past few years, John Legend has cemented his position as the king of inspirational R&B. His latest album, Legend, is a legitimate double album that features A-list guests and mixes snappy pop-funk with moving piano ballads. At a studio in New York this fall, he reconnected with another long-time friend and collaborator: Common. Legend has that EGOT; Common has a Grammy, Emmy and Oscar of his own, and the pair two won a Golden Globe and an Oscar for ‘Glory,’ the song they performed for the film Selma. And both have contributed their own entries to Audible’s Words + Music series, blending memoir and performance to bring listeners closer to their unique journeys as artists.The conversation revealed the strength of their bond — and a mutual appreciation of the way that art can serve as an important bridge between cultures. Produced by OBB Sound. Content in partnership with Audible's Words + Music.
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Nov 03, 2022 |
RM + Pharrell Williams: Rolling Stone's Musicians on Musicians – Special Series
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What happens when we take the writer away and ask two pop phenoms, from two completely different places and generations, to interview each other?
On today's episode of Rolling Stone's Musicians on Musicians – also running as a special series here in the Rolling Stone Music Now feed – Pharrell Williams sits down with RM of BTS to talk about the price of fame, the keys to creativity, and why it's important to take a break every so often.
RM went from underground rapper in South Korea to performing in sold-out stadiums around the world as the leader of BTS. Now, he's working on his first official solo album. At the Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles this fall, the young superstar met with Pharrell Williams, whose one-of-a-kind career as a producer, rapper, and singer has spanned decades. The conversation highlighted the way both artists use their emotions in their work: from the value of pain to the electric experience of playing for the whole world to the intimacy of producing another artist's work.
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Nov 01, 2022 |
Rick Rubin + Finneas: Rolling Stone's Musicians on Musicians – Special Series
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What happens when we take away the writer and ask two groundbreaking producers, from two different generations, to interview each other? On this episode of Rolling Stone's Musicians on Musicians, also running as a special series in the Rolling Stone Music Now feed, Rick Rubin and Finneas talk about how they work in the studio, their listening habits, and the frustrations and the joy involved in making great music. Rick Rubin started Def Jam Records out of his NYU dorm room in the 1980s, and went on to produce classic albums by the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Johnny Cash and many others. He’s still going strong: In addition to his continued collaboration with groups like the Chili Peppers and The Strokes, his book The Creative Act hits bookstores in 2023. Rubin sat down with a young talent making waves of his own: Finneas O’Connell. Finneas produced his sister Billie Eilish’s 2019 smash hit debut in his childhood bedroom in L.A., and has a career of his own as an incisive singer-songwriter — just last year he released his solo debut Optimist. Rubin was a key influence when Finneas was growing up, and their conversation revealed two cutting-edge minds eager to learn from one other.
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Oct 31, 2022 |
Cameron Crowe on 'Almost Famous: The Musical' and More
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Cameron Crowe tells all about making the new musical, the real-life rock stories behind it, the day Joni Mitchell came to see the show, why he's into the idea of making a movie in the MCU, and much more; plus Broadway veteran Tom Kitt digs into the making of the music
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Oct 29, 2022 |
Roger Daltrey + Yungblud: Rolling Stone's Musicians on Musicians – Special Series
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What happens when we take the writer away and ask two British rock stars, from two different generations, to interview each other?
In today's episode of Rolling Stone's Musicians on Musicians – also running as a special series on the Rolling Stone Music Now feed – Roger Daltrey and Yungblud join forces to talk fashion, optimal recording hours, and managing your image in a world gone mad.
In the past few years, Yungblud has picked up the torch for a new kind of British rock: one informed by social causes, personal vulnerability, and an affinity for modern pop and hip-hop. His new, self-titled, album leans even further into those vibes: it’s glammy, showy and confident, much like Yungblud himself. At a studio in London this summer, the young star met another quintessential British rock singer: Roger Daltrey of the Who. 57 years after he first sang “My Generation,” Daltrey is as active as ever, currently wrapping an arena tour with the Who. His conversation with Yungblud revealed a rock icon with some strong opinions — and a rabid curiosity about the experiences of younger artists.
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Oct 27, 2022 |
Karen O + Michelle Zauner (Japanese Breakfast): Rolling Stone's Musicians on Musicians – Special Series
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What happens when we take the writer away and ask two great artists to interview each other the first time they meet in person?
To kick off this year's Rolling Stone's Musicians on Musicians podcast – also running as a special series in the Rolling Stone Music Now feed – Karen O of the Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Michelle Zauner of Japanese Breakfast come together to discuss their songwriting craft, growing up Korean-American, and the cathartic pleasures of smashing glass.
In the past two years, Zauner released both a Grammy-nominated album, Jubilee, and a bestselling memoir, Crying in H. Mart. Zauner – who performs as Japanese Breakfast – grew up idolizing Karen O, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs singer famous for her magnetic stage presence and New York swagger. Recently, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs recently released Cool It Down, their first album in nine years. Now that she’s back and setting stages on fire again, Karen O. was more than happy to sit down with Zauner and be the mentor she wishes she’d had when breaking through.
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Oct 24, 2022 |
Taylor Swift's 'Midnights': The Ultimate Breakdown
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We dive very, very deep on every aspect of every track on 'Midnights,' including the seven bonus tracks, with Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt
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Oct 22, 2022 |
The Return of Blink-182: UFOs, A Plane Crash, and Dick Jokes
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We discuss the one-of-a-kind story of Blink-182, including their just-announced reunion with Tom DeLonge and their new single, with Andy Greene joining host Brian Hiatt
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Oct 15, 2022 |
Charlie Puth: The Rolling Stone Interview
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Puth reveals the songwriting secrets behind his new album 'Charlie,' plus why he finds his early work corny, getting (allegedly) ghosted by Ellen's label, being pranked by Bieber, loving Billy Joel and Bruce Springsteen, and much more in a revealing interview with host Brian Hiatt
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Oct 08, 2022 |
Roger Waters: A Contentious Political Discussion
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In an explosive, wide-ranging interview with investigative journalist James Ball, the Pink Floyd co-founder says he's on a "Ukrainian kill list," and discusses his controversial views on the conflict there — and Russia, and Wikileaks, and Israel, and so much more.
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Oct 04, 2022 |
The Rise of 'Munch'/A New Look at Pearl Jam/Remembering Coolio
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In a packed episode, we look back at Coolio's career, with Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt; examine how Ice Spice's 'Munch (Feelin' U)' became the song of the summer, with Jeff Ihaza; and discuss the story of Pearl Jam with Steven Hyden, author of the new book 'Long Road: Pearl Jam and the Soundtrack of a Generation'
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Oct 01, 2022 |
How Harry Styles Made 'Harry's House' - Kid Harpoon on Bringing Guitars Back to the Charts
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Producer/songwriter Kid Harpoon, a.k.a. Tom Hull, goes deep on the making of Harry Styles' 'Harry's House,' Maggie Rogers' 'Surrender,' and much more in an interview with host Brian Hiatt
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Sep 24, 2022 |
Björk “Sonic Symbolism” Podcast
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Join Björk in conversations with collaborators about her sound experiences. In the podcast you’ll learn about the moods, timbres, and tempos that vibrate through each album.
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Sep 19, 2022 |
Mariah Carey Tells All! Untold 'Butterfly' Tales, Her Biopic Series, New Music, and Much More
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In a very special episode, Mariah Carey joins host Brian Hiatt for an epic interview. Carey goes deep on the making of 'Butterfly' for its 25th anniversary, while also talking about everything from her lost, secret alt-rock album to the new music she's working on to Lee Daniels' plans for a biopic series based on her memoir – and much, much more
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Sep 16, 2022 |
Fall Out Boy Confidential: Joe Trohman on His Revealing New Memoir
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Fall Out Boy co-founder and lead guitarist Joe Trohman, author of the excellent new memoir 'None of This Rocks,' tells all about his life in the band and much more in a revealing interview with host Brian Hiatt
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Sep 10, 2022 |
Inside David Bowie's Final Years – Plus, Nile Rodgers on Making 'Let's Dance'
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With a new documentary, Moonage Daydream, on its way, we look back at how David Bowie made some of his greatest work just before his death - and Nile Rodgers tells the stories behind 'Let's Dance'
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Aug 27, 2022 |
The Worst Songs of all Time
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From "Blurred Lines" to "Twinkle Twinkle Little Bitch," we look at some of the worst songs ever - while also questioning whether we can really be sure of "worst songs" in 2022, when the canon and our own tastes are in a constant state of reevaluation. Plus, a look at how pressure to go viral on TikTok may be creating bad songs, and why behavior at concerts is worse than ever post-pandemic. Tomás Mier, Brittany Spanos, and Rob Sheffield join host Brian Hiatt for the discussions.
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Aug 19, 2022 |
Beyoncé's 'Renaissance': The Controversies and Triumphs of a Blockbuster Album
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Producer Hit-Boy discusses making "Thique" and much more. Plus, how does one song end up with 24 writers? And what are the consequences of changing albums after their release? Also, a discussion of the best songs on 'Renaissance' and its spiritual themes, with Mankaprr Conteh and Jeff Ihaza joining host Brian Hiatt.
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Aug 12, 2022 |
How Joni Mitchell Became a Millennial and Gen-Z Hero
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We celebrate the work of Joni Mitchell, with Cameron Crowe discussing his legendary 1979 Mitchell interview, and guitarist Larry Carlton talking about playing with Mitchell on some of her greatest songs. Angie Martoccio takes us through the peaks of Mitchell's discography, and Jonathan Bernstein gives a first-hand account of her stunning Newport Folk Festival comeback performance
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Aug 05, 2022 |
Beyoncé's Studio Secrets: Inside the Making of Her Best Songs
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Legendary producers Rodney Jerkins and Scott Storch share behind-the-scenes tales of classic Beyoncé hits, from "Deja Vu" to "Baby Boy" to Destiny's Child's "Say My Name" and more. Plus, Mankaprr Conteh breaks down Rolling Stone's new list of Beyoncé's 70 best songs
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Jul 30, 2022 |
The State of Justin Bieber's Career, Best Indie-Rock of 2022 So Far, and Wolfgang Van Halen Speaks Out
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We run through the best indie albums of the year so far, look at the state of Justin Bieber's career, and play an excerpt of our new Wolfgang Van Halen interview. Brittany Spanos and Simon Vozick-Levinson join host Brian Hiatt for the discussions, which also touch on Kanye West's latest festival cancellation.
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Jul 21, 2022 |
Best Pop of 2022 So Far – and the Metal Side of "Stranger Things"
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From The Weeknd to Bad Bunny to Sky Ferreira, we look at the best pop of 2022 so far, with Tomás Mier joining host Brian Hiatt – plus, a look at the heavy-metal influences of "Stranger Things," from "Master of Puppets" to the real-life 1980s Satanic panic, in a discussion with Kory Grow
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Jul 15, 2022 |
Phoebe Bridgers Looks Back on Making 'Punisher.' Plus: Her Musical Heroes, Her Songwriting Process and Much More
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Phoebe Bridgers goes song-by-song on 'Punisher,' goes deep on her songwriting process and musical heroes, talks about her friendship with Conor Oberst, and much more in this new edit of her interview with host Brian Hiatt
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Jul 08, 2022 |
Did Elvis Steal From Big Mama Thornton? The Real "Hound Dog" Story
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Legendary songwriter Mike Stoller joins host Brian Hiatt to explain how he and Jerry Leiber wrote "Hound Dog" for Big Mama Thornton – and what happened next. He also shares tales of his time with Elvis Presley and much more. Plus David Fear on the new "Elvis" movie, and Rolling Stone News correspondent Delissa Shannon's interview with Yola about playing Sister Rosetta Tharpe.
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Jun 30, 2022 |
Drake, Beyoncé, and the Dance-Music Vibe Shift. Plus: Paul McCartney at 80
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Drake and Beyoncé's house-influenced new releases want to make you dance; Jeff Ihaza and Mankaprr Conteh join host Brian Hiatt to discuss. Plus: Rob Sheffield on Paul McCartney at 80
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Jun 23, 2022 |
The Confessions of Megan Thee Stallion – and Kate Bush's "Stranger Things" Moment
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We explore how "Stranger Things" revived Kate Bush's "Running Up That Hill," with Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt – and go inside the reporting of Megan Thee Stallion's new Rolling Stone cover story and preview her new album with Mankaprr Conteh
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Jun 17, 2022 |
Steve Jones on the Sex Pistols' Real Story
2956
From his relationship with Chrissie Hynde to the truth about Sid Vicious, Steve Jones tells all about his time in the Sex Pistols
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Jun 09, 2022 |
Inside the World of Blackpink
1925
We go inside the reporting of Rolling Stone's new cover stories on the world's biggest girl group, with reporter Haeryun Kang joining host Brian Hiatt
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Jun 02, 2022 |
Harry Styles' "Harry's House": The Ultimate Breakdown
3072
We go track by track through Harry Styles' new album, "Harry's House," with Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt for the discussion
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May 27, 2022 |
The Triumphs and Controversies of Kendrick Lamar's Return
3159
Kendrick Lamar is tearing apart his own image – and everyone's confused. Marcus J. Moore, author of the definitive biography The Butterfly Effect, joins host Brian Hiatt to break down the long-awaited Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers.
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May 19, 2022 |
Ben Fong-Torres on Backstage Secrets of the 1970s
2809
Writer Ben-Fong Torres, star of the new Netflix documentary 'Like A Rolling Stone: The Life and Times of Ben-Fong Torres,' looks back at his groundbreaking Rolling Stone work – including interviews with Ray Charles, Jim Morrison, Bob Dylan, and George Harrison – in conversation with host Brian Hiatt
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May 12, 2022 |
Sheryl Crow Tells All
2254
Sheryl Crow, the subject of the new documentary Sheryl, looks back on her whole career in revealing interviews with host Brian Hiatt
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May 05, 2022 |
The Notorious B.I.G.: The Untold Story
3592
As the Notorious B.I.G.'s 50th birthday approaches, we look back at his life and music, with Justin Tinsley, author of the revelatory new book It Was All a Dream: Biggie and the World That Made Him joining host Brian Hiatt
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Apr 28, 2022 |
Kurt Vile: The Rolling Stone Interview
2981
Kurt Vile digs deep in an interview with host Brian Hiatt, discussing his new album Watch My Moves (including his killer version of Bruce Springsteen's "Wages of Sin"), loving Wu-Tang Clan, getting high at a Bob Dylan concert, why he wants Miley Cyrus to cover his songs, drugs, "dad-rock," guitar sounds, and much more
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Apr 21, 2022 |
Puerto Rican Rap Superstar Residente on His Campaign to Redefine "America"
1757
Residente explains why his new song "This Is Not America" tells U.S. residents to stop calling themselves "Americans" in an interview with Julyssa Lopez. Plus, a look back at his Calle 13 days and much more.
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Apr 14, 2022 |
Exclusive: Grammy Producers Reveal Behind-the-Scenes Secrets, Address Criticism and More
2419
Grammy executive producers Ben Winston and Raj Kapoor explain how BTS' performance almost didn't happen and other backstage tales, take on various critiques of the show, and explain how the Grammys are going to keep on changing
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Apr 07, 2022 |
A Final Visit With Taylor Hawkins
2535
The late Foo Fighters drummer talks about his brotherhood with Dave Grohl, stage fright, almost quitting the band, and much more in never-before-heard audio of his final in=person Rolling Stone interview
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Mar 31, 2022 |
'Something in the Way,' 'The Batman,' Prince, and the Wild History of Batmusic
2435
With Nirvana's 'Something in the Way' a streaming smash thanks to 'The Batman,' we look at the new movie's music and the whole story Batmusic, from the '60s TV theme song to Prince and beyond. David Fear and Erica Thompson join host Brian Hiatt for the discussion.
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Mar 24, 2022 |
Keith Richards on the Rolling Stones' Future and His Reluctant Solo Career
1798
Keith Richards tells host Brian Hiatt about the future of the Rolling Stones without Charlie Watts, making his 1992 solo classic 'Main Offender,' his reaction to Paul McCartney calling the Stones a "blues cover band" and much more
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Mar 17, 2022 |
Inside A Music Scene Under Fire in Ukraine
1480
Homegrown rap, rock and dance music were bigger than ever in Ukraine – and then Russia attacked. Ukrainian musicians tell us about their once-thriving scene, and the realities of life in wartime
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Mar 10, 2022 |
A Grunge God's Fall and Rise: The Confessions of Mark Lanegan
3021
The late Mark Lanegan, of Screaming Trees and solo fame, tells Kory Grow how Courtney Love saved his life, how he dealt with the losses of his friends Kurt Cobain and Anthony Bourdain, hoe he revived his career after his addiction struggles, and much more
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Mar 03, 2022 |
Dr. Dre's Halftime Show Wasn't "Nostalgia" – and Why Drake and Taylor Swift Should Be Next
2419
We discuss this year's Super Bowl halftime show, look back at past highs and lows, and make suggestions for the future, with host Brian Hiatt joined by Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield
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Feb 24, 2022 |
Eminem Before Rakim and Snoop? The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's Rap Problem – and Other Growing Pains
3092
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inducted Little Richard before the Beatles – but may be about to induct Eminem before many hip-hop pioneers, Keith Murphy and Andy Greene join host Brian Hiatt to discuss the tricky future of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
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Feb 17, 2022 |
330 Hours of Ye: Inside the Kanye West Documentary 'Jeen-Yuhs'
2585
Coodie and Chike, the directors of Netflix's Kanye West documentary 'Jeen-Yuhs,' go deep into the making of their revelatory three-part movie in an interview with host Brian Hiatt. Plus: Rolling Stone's David Fear puts the film in historical context
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Feb 09, 2022 |
Inside the Neil Young vs. Joe Rogan Battle
2656
How did a 76-year-old rock legend rattle a giant corporation? We look into Neil Young's crusade, with Andy Greene joining host Brian Hiatt. Plus: a debate over whether CDs deserve a comeback, with Rob Sheffield and Brittany Spanos
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Feb 03, 2022 |
Questlove on 'Summer of Soul' Secrets, The Roots' Future, His Sly Stone Documentary
2678
Questlove on how 'Summer of Soul' was influenced by Public Enemy, why 'Get Back' is a hip-hop movie, why the Roots have 700 song ideas for their next album, and much more in an in-depth interview with host Brian Hiatt
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Jan 27, 2022 |
How Ronnie Spector Broke Free: Her Brave Life and World-Shaking Music
2372
Hear unearthed audio of Ronnie Spector on her life with Phil Spector and the birth of the Ronettes, and dive deep into her story, with Andy Greene, Angie Martoccio, and Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt
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Jan 19, 2022 |
The Best 2021 Albums You Didn’t Hear
3058
We guide you through the hip-hop, country/Americana, and metal albums you may have missed in 2021, as well as some bigger names, from Megan Thee Stallion to Eric Church. Host Brian Hiatt is joined by Jeff Ihaza, Joseph Hudak, and Kory Grow for the discussion
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Jan 13, 2022 |
The Secret History of Steely Dan
2476
Donald Fagen on losing Walter Becker, developing Steely Dan’s sound, and much more in an interview with host Brian Hiatt
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Dec 29, 2021 |
The Best (and Weirdest and Saddest) Holiday Songs
2491
Rob Sheffield and Brittany Spanos join host Brian Hiatt for a rundown of their favorite Christmas and holiday songs, from Mariah Carey to Ariana Grande to Run-DMC to Bruce Springsteen – and oddities including Bryan Adams' "Reggae Christmas" and the entire existence of Trans-Siberian Orchestra
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Dec 22, 2021 |
Best Albums of 2021, From Olivia Rodrigo to Rauw Alejandro
2588
Inside Rolling Stone’s genre-spanning picks for 2021’s best albums, with Mankaprr Conteh, Julyssa Lopez, and Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt
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Dec 16, 2021 |
Reinventing Pop with Finneas: Billie Eilish, His Solo Career and More
2785
Finneas tells all about co-creating music with his superstar sister, launching his solo career, writing for Justin Bieber and much more in an in-depth interview with host Brian Hiatt
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Dec 08, 2021 |
The Endless Beatles Revelations of 'Get Back'
3827
Rob Sheffield and host Brian Hiatt break down Peter Jackson's astonishing, eight-hour Beatles documentary 'Get Back.' Plus: inside the new Brian Wilson documentary
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Dec 02, 2021 |
Robert Plant and Alison Krauss: The Rolling Stone Interview
2828
Plant and Krauss on their new album, the legacy of Led Zeppelin and 'O Brother, Where Art Thou?,' surviving the '80s and much, much more, in an in-depth conversation with host Brian Hiatt
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Nov 24, 2021 |
Inside the Tragedy at Astroworld Festival
2777
How did 10 people die at a Travis Scott concert? An in-depth look at one of the worst concert tragedies in years, with on-the scene reporting and more – Ethan Millman, Jeff Ihaza and concert-safety expert Paul Wertheimer join host Brian Hiatt
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Nov 17, 2021 |
Taylor Swift's Catalog, Ranked – and A Look at Taylor's Versions
3118
We discuss Rob Sheffield's revamped, ranked list of Taylor Swift's songs, with Rob joining Brittany Spanos and host Brian Hiatt – and discuss the work-intensive Taylor's Versions project
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Nov 10, 2021 |
Snoop Dogg: The Rolling Stone Interview
2774
Snoop looks back on the making of his biggest songs with Dr. Dre and Pharrell, previews next year's Super Bowl halftime show, explains how he squashed his beef with Eminem, shares memories of Tupac and Biggie, discusses his new album 'The Algorithm,' and much more in an in-depth interview with host Brian Hiatt
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Nov 04, 2021 |
The Wizardry of Young Thug
2992
We look at Young Thug's long and wildly innovative path to his new album 'Punk,' with Jeff Ihaza joining host Brian Hiatt for the discussion
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Oct 28, 2021 |
The Dark Side of Eric Clapton
2416
Clapton has become a vocal skeptic of COVID-19 vaccines – and once went on a "full-tilt racist" rant. David Browne, author of Rolling Stone's blockbuster new report on Clapton, joins host Brian Hiatt to discuss the untold story of a rock icon. Plus: the English Beat's Dave Wakeling shares memories of Clapton's infamous 1976 stage tantrum.
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Oct 20, 2021 |
The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time (Pt. 2)
2858
We continue our journey through Rolling Stone’s brand-new list of the greatest songs ever, with Rob Sheffield and Brittany Spanos joining host Brian Hiatt to talk about tracks from the Ronettes, Dr. Dre, the Notorious B.I.G., Prince, Chuck Berry and more
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Oct 13, 2021 |
Brandi Carlile: The Rolling Stone Interview
3484
The singer/songwriter breaks down her new album, ‘In These Silent Days,’ and talks about hanging out with Joni Mitchell, singing with Soundgarden, avoiding hit singles, and much more with host Brian Hiatt
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Oct 06, 2021 |
The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time (Pt. 1)
2976
We dig into the making of (and reactions to) Rolling Stone’s much-discussed new list, and discuss the top 20, with Brittany Spanos, Rob Sheffield and Jon Dolan joining host Brian Hiatt
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Sep 29, 2021 |
Rick Ross Teaches You How to "Boss Up"
2648
Hip-hop legend Rick Ross, author of the new book 'The Perfect Day to Boss Up," gives life lessons and looks back on his hit-making career so far in an interview with Jeff Ihaza
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Sep 22, 2021 |
Kanye vs. Drake: ‘Donda’ and ‘Certified Lover Boy’
2917
We discuss Drake’s ‘Certified Lover Boy’ and Kanye West’s ‘Donda,’ as well as the controversies behind them, with Jeff Ihaza joining host Brian Hiatt
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Sep 15, 2021 |
Best of RSMN: The Holland Brothers on Writing Motown Classics
3077
Brian and Eddie Holland, who co-wrote Motown hits from "Heat Wave" to "Stop! In the Name of Love" – and also a new memoir – share tales from a pop golden age with host Brian Hiatt
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Sep 08, 2021 |
A Tribute to Charlie Watts
3033
We look back on the life and music of Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts, with Rob Sheffield and Hank Shteamer joining host Brian Hiatt; plus, Max Weinberg and the Black Keys' Patrick Carney weigh in
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Sep 01, 2021 |
'Who's Next' (and 'Led Zeppelin IV') at 50 - Looking Back at Peak Classic Rock
3358
We look back at two albums that defined classic rock, with Steven Hyden joining host Brian Hiatt
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Aug 25, 2021 |
The Greatest Music Videos Ever Made
3500
We break down Rolling Stone's recent list of the 100 greatest music videos, with Mankaprr Conteh, David Fear, and Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt
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Aug 18, 2021 |
The Great Limp Bizkit Debate
3621
With a Lollapalooza comeback and a new Woodstock '99 doc, the legacy of Fred Durst's band is a weirdly hot topic – Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield join host Brian Hiatt to weigh in
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Aug 11, 2021 |
George Clinton: The Rolling Stone Interview
3119
For his 80th birthday, the Parliament-Funkadelic founder looks back on his whole career with host Brian Hiatt
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Aug 04, 2021 |
A Conversation with H.E.R.
3357
H.E.R. breaks down her long-awaited new album 'Back of My Mind,' the origins of her guitar virtuosity, the state of R&B, her Oscar and Grammy wins and much more with host Brian Hiatt
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Jul 28, 2021 |
Olivia Rodrigo's Teen Spirit
3327
Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield join host Brian Hiatt to dig into the rise of Olivia Rodrigo; plus, Spanos' interview with Rodrigo and producer Dan Nigro on the making of "Deja Vu"
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Jul 21, 2021 |
Lucy Dacus on Making One of 2021's Best Albums
2970
The singer-songwriter on the making of her new album 'Home Video,' the art of songwriting, the future of Boygenius, her love for Bruce Springsteen and much more in an interview with host Brian Hiatt
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Jul 14, 2021 |
BEST OF RSMN: Smokey Robinson: The Rolling Stone Interview
2814
Smokey Robinson, one of the greatest songwriters of all time, tells the stories behind his Motown classics and much more in a career-spanning conversation with host Brian Hiatt
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Jul 06, 2021 |
The Year In Hip-Hop (So Far)
2987
We look back at the best hip-hop songs and albums of 2021 so far, with Mankaprr Conteh and Jeff Ihaza joining host Brian Hiatt
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Jun 30, 2021 |
The Many Lives of Sparks
2781
Sparks’ Ron and Russell Mael, along with Edgar Wright, director of the excellent new documentary ‘The Sparks Brothers,’ join host Brian Hiatt for a career-spanning discussion
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Jun 22, 2021 |
Wolfgang Van Halen on his Debut Album and Growing Up Van Halen
2981
Wolfgang Van Halen joins host Brian Hiatt to talk about his early years and the making of his debut album as Mammoth WVH
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Jun 15, 2021 |
The Unstoppable Rise of BTS
2889
In the wake of Rolling Stone's BTS cover-story package, Seoul-based music journalist Youngdae Kim, author of the book 'BTS: The Review,' joins host Brian Hiatt to tell the story of how they became the world's biggest band
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Jun 09, 2021 |
Bob Dylan at 80: Best Covers of His Songs and More
2936
We celebrate Bob Dylan's birthday with Angie Martoccio, David Browne, Andy Greene, and Simon Vozick-Levinson joining host Brian Hiatt for a look at our new list of the greatest Dylan covers and much more
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Jun 01, 2021 |
10 Years of Lady Gaga's 'Born This Way'
2768
We look back at the making (and meaning) of a pop masterpiece, with Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt, who was in the studio with Gaga as she finished the album
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May 25, 2021 |
From Jay Z to Foo Fighters to Tina Turner, Inside the Rock Hall's 2021 Class
2673
Brittany Spanos, Rob Sheffield, and Andy Greene join host Brian Hiatt to talk about a diverse class, and we play Greene's interviews with new inductees LL Cool J, the Go Gos, and Carole King
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May 19, 2021 |
The Genesis of Genesis (and the Future of Reunion Tours)
2867
With Genesis embarking on a huge reunion tour, Andy Greene joins host Brian Hiatt for a look at the band’s unique prog-to-pop journey – and a discussion of the prospects for other post-COVID reunions
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May 11, 2021 |
The Mad Genius of Jim Steinman
2926
We dig into the gloriously over-the-top work of the late songwriter behind Meatloaf’s ‘Bat Out of Hell,’ “Total Eclipse of the Heart” and much more, with Brittany Spanos, Rob Sheffield, and Andy Greene joining host Brian Hiatt
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May 04, 2021 |
Michael Stipe on R.E.M.'s Legacy
2495
Stipe looks back on R.E.M.'s career, discusses his solo music, and much more in an interview with Rob Sheffield. Plus: Sheffield and Brian Hiatt reflect on R.E.M.'s history and influence
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Apr 27, 2021 |
The Life and Music of DMX
2521
We look back at the complex life and brilliant music of the late rapper, with Jeff Ihaza and Simon Vozick-Levinson joining host Brian Hiatt
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Apr 21, 2021 |
Why Tina Turner Is the Queen of Rock
2727
We look back at Tina Turner’s triumphs, tragedies, and one-of-a-kind career, with Rob Sheffield and Brittany Spanos joining host Brian Hiatt
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Apr 13, 2021 |
Best of RSMN: The Songwriting Genius of Adam Schlesinger
2988
From Fountains of Wayne to "That Thing You Do" and beyond, Alan Sepinwall and Rob Sheffield join host Brian Hiatt pay tribute to a great songwriter, gone too soon
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Apr 06, 2021 |
Neil Young’s Lost Classics
2814
We dive into the newly released ‘70s masterpieces of Neil Young’s ‘Archives Volume II,’ with Angie Martoccio, Rob Sheffield, Andy Greene and David Browne joining host Brian Hiatt
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Mar 31, 2021 |
Were the 2021 Grammys… Good?
3009
Mankaprr Conteh, Brittany Spanos, and Rob Sheffield join host Brian Hiatt for a look at the great performances and problematic moments of the 2021 Grammys
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Mar 26, 2021 |
The Secret History of Hair Metal (But Don't Call It That)
2887
Tom Beaujour and Richard Bienstock, authors of 'Nöthin' But a Good Time,' a new oral history of '80s hard rock, share untold tales of one of music's wildest eras
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Mar 17, 2021 |
The Black Crowes Look Back at ‘Shake Your Moneymaker’
3320
Chris and Rich Robinson look back at the birth of the Black Crowes, the making of their debut, and much more with host Brian Hiatt
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Mar 10, 2021 |
Two Robots and A Dream: A Farewell to Daft Punk
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We look back at how French dance duo Daft Punk changed music forever, with Jonah Weiner, who wrote their Rolling Stone cover story, joining host Brian Hiatt
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Mar 03, 2021 |
Best of RSMN: The Genius of Nina Simone
2811
Nina Simone's brother, Sam Waymon, shares intimate memories of his genius sister with host Brian Hiatt and David Browne
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Feb 24, 2021 |
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis Look Back
3132
The legendary producers and songwriters share stories behind their greatest hits for Janet Jackson and more with host Brian Hiatt
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Feb 17, 2021 |
The Women Who Helped Create Hip-Hop
2786
Clover Hope, author of the great new book 'The Motherlode: 100+ Women Who Made Hip-Hop,' shares stories from the early years of women in hip-hop with host Brian Hiatt
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Feb 10, 2021 |
Olivia Rodrigo's "Drivers License" and the Greatest Debut Singles Ever
2913
We discuss the song that's instantly taken over 2021, and look back at other world-shaking debuts, with Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt
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Feb 02, 2021 |
Year in Review: Hip-Hop in 2020
2695
From the loss of Pop Smoke to the reign of Megan Thee Stallion, we look back at the many stories of the last year in hip-hop – and look ahead to this year – with Jeff Ihaza joining host Brian Hiatt
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Jan 27, 2021 |
The Best Albums of 2020
2876
From Bad Bunny to the Weeknd, from Bob Dylan to Ariana Grande, we dig into last year’s best, with host Brian Hiatt joined by Brittany Spanos, Rob Sheffield, and Simon Vozick-Levinson
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Jan 20, 2021 |
Diane Warren: My Life in Songs
2786
The legendary songwriter, who's releasing her debut album later this year, shares stories from songs spanning her entire career, from "Rhythm of the Night" to "I Don't Want to Miss A Thing," with host Brian Hiatt
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Jan 12, 2021 |
BEST OF RSMN: Justin Townes Earle: The Rolling Stone Interview
2495
In 2019, a year before Earle's passing, the singer-songwriter sat down for an intimate interview with host Brian Hiatt
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Jan 05, 2021 |
Taylor Swift's 'Evermore': The Ultimate Breakdown
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We examine Taylor Swift's latest surprise album, track by track, with Rob Sheffield and Brittany Spanos joining host Brian Hiatt
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Dec 22, 2020 |
The Best Songs of 2020
2932
From the Weeknd's "Blinding Lights" to Lady Gaga's "Stupid Love," we look back at the year in songs, with Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt
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Dec 16, 2020 |
Musicians on Musicians! Lil' Wayne/Lil' Baby; Lars Ulrich/Phoebe Bridgers; Brittany Howard/Margo Price
3034
From Rolling Stone's annual Musicians on Musicians package, we feature revealing conversations between Lil' Wayne and Lil' Baby; Metallica's Lars Ulrich and Phoebe Bridgers; and Brittany Howard and Margo Price
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Dec 08, 2020 |
Best of RSMN: Blondie’s Debbie Harry and Chris Stein Tell All
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Debbie Harry and Chris Stein discuss the origins of Blondie and more with host Brian Hiatt
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Dec 03, 2020 |
Smokey Robinson: The Rolling Stone Interview
2734
Smokey Robinson, one of the greatest songwriters of all time, tells the stories behind his Motown classics and much more in a career-spanning conversation with host Brian Hiatt
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Nov 24, 2020 |
From "YMCA" to "Fortunate Son," Inside The Trump Era's Weird Musical Battles
2545
Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield join host Brian Hiatt to discuss cultural battles over music over the last four years, plus the best and worst protest songs, the future of music under Biden, and more
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Nov 17, 2020 |
Inside the Reinvention of the Music Business
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From TikTok to Fortnite to Twitch and beyond, we discuss how the music business is radically transforming in 2020. Amy X. Wang, Samantha Hissong, and Ethan Millman join host Brian Hiatt for a look at the innovators on Rolling Stone’s Future 25 list.
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Nov 10, 2020 |
The Making of Kendrick Lamar
2715
Marcus J. Moore, author of The Butterfly Effect, a new book on Kendrick Lamar, takes host Brian Hiatt through the life and times of one of the 21st century's most important artists
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Nov 03, 2020 |
Mariah Carey Book Club! Inside the Year's Best Music Memoir
2538
We dig deep into Mariah Carey's revelatory, moving new book, from her childhood traumas to her rise to superstardom, with host Brian Hiatt joined by Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield
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Oct 30, 2020 |
Phoebe Bridgers: The Rolling Stone Interview
2527
Bridgers, one of the greatest singer/songwriters of her generation, talks about her influences, her writing process, why she finds sadness funny, and much more
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Oct 23, 2020 |
The Life and Music of Eddie Van Halen
2749
We pay tribute to the late guitar god, with previously unheard interview audio, a discussion with biographer Greg Renoff, and tributes from Tom Morello, Steve Vai, and Gene Simmons
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Oct 12, 2020 |
'Kid A' at 20: A Look Back at Radiohead's Masterpiece
2434
We dig into the making (and meaning) of Radiohead's 'Kid A,' with Steven Hyden, who has a new book on the album, joining host Brian Hiatt
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Oct 06, 2020 |
500 Greatest Albums of All Time - Inside the List
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We break down what's new on Rolling Stone's rebooted list of the greatest albums ever, with Brittany Spanos, Jon Dolan, and Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt
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Sep 29, 2020 |
The Life and Music of Toots Hibbert
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Inside the story of the late reggae pioneer Toots Hibbert, with Rolling Stone Editor Jason Fine, who wrote a definitive Hibbert profile, joining host Brian Hiatt. Plus: audio from Fine's interviews with Toots.
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Sep 22, 2020 |
Melissa Etheridge: The Rolling Stone Interview
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Etheridge looks back at her entire career in an intimate conversation with host Brian Hiatt, from writing her greatest hits to her time with Bruce Springsteen
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Sep 15, 2020 |
Katy Perry and the Future of Pop
2644
Katy Perry talks with Brittany Spanos about her new album Smile, her hopes for the rest of her career and more. Plus: We break down Perry’s place in the pop universe
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Aug 31, 2020 |
Why Did The Beatles Really Break Up?
2619
We preview Peter Jackson's Beatles movie and look back at the most heartbreaking band split ever, with Rob Sheffield and Brittany Spanos joining host Brian Hiatt
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Aug 25, 2020 |
From W.A.S.P. to "WAP" – The Weird History of Moral Panics Over Lyrics
2568
We discuss how the conservative freakout over Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion's new song is just the latest in a long series of lyrical controversies, with Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt
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Aug 18, 2020 |
From Rage to Audioslave to E Street, Tom Morello Looks Back
2613
With his book 'Whatever It Takes' on its way, the Rage Against the Machine guitarist looks back on his life and career, explains how his style developed, and reflects on current events
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Aug 11, 2020 |
Taylor Swift's 'Folklore': The Ultimate Breakdown
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Rob Sheffield and Brittany Spanos join host Brian Hiatt to go track-by-track through Swift's surprise release
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Aug 05, 2020 |
The Adventures of Bob Dylan in the 21st Century
2599
From "Things Have Changed" on, we look at the best of Dylan's 21st-century catalog, with Angie Martoccio, Jon Dolan and Simon Vozick-Levinson joining host Brian Hiatt
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Jul 31, 2020 |
Jimmy Buffett: The Rolling Stone Interview
2553
The singer/songwriter talks about the early days of his career, the future of concerts, his encounters with Hunter S. Thompson and Bob Dylan and much more with host Brian Hiatt
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Jul 21, 2020 |
The Birth of 'Hamilton'
2714
With the 'Hamilton' film now streaming, we look back at the genesis of the show and more with musical director Alex Lacamoire
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Jul 16, 2020 |
Alanis Morissette Looks Back, and Ahead
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In a revealing conversation with host Brian Hiatt, Morissette talks about her new album, the 'Jagged Little Pill' musical and 25th anniversary, and her whole career
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Jul 02, 2020 |
A Conversation with John Legend
2265
John Legend talks with host Brian Hiatt about his just-released album Bigger Love, why the current wave of Black Lives Matter protests have made him hopeful, life as the sexiest man alive, and much more
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Jun 24, 2020 |
A Conversation with Killer Mike
2716
Killer Mike talks with Jamil Smith about Run the Jewels' great new album, the nationwide Black Lives Matter protests, and much more
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Jun 16, 2020 |
Ice Cube on the Making of ‘F–k tha Police’ and N.W.A’s history
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In a 2015 interview, Ice Cube looks back on the N.W.A. classic that’s climbing the charts again now – and tells the story of the birth of N.W.A
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Jun 09, 2020 |
A Conversation with Robbie Robertson
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With the new documentary 'Once Were Brothers' out now, Robertson looks back on the story of the Band, his time with Bob Dylan and much more
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Jun 03, 2020 |
Britney Spears' 'Oops!... I Did It Again' – A 20th Anniversary Celebration
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Rob Sheffield and Brittany Spanos join host Brian Hiatt to look back at Spears' classic second album. Plus: video director Nigel Dick on his time with Britney
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May 27, 2020 |
The Life and Music of Little Richard
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We celebrate the barrier-smashing career and timeless music of a rock n' roll founding father, with Rob Sheffield, David Browne and Patrick Doyle joining host Brian Hiatt. Plus, Steve Van Zandt pays tribute
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May 20, 2020 |
Is 'Fetch the Bolt Cutters' Fiona Apple's Best Album?
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A journey through the entire catalog of Fiona Apple, one of the most consistent artists of her generation, with Claire Shaffer, Brittany Spanos, and Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt
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May 04, 2020 |
A Conversation with Dua Lipa
2537
The pop star on on her great new album 'Future Nostalgia,' whether she's a "female alpha," and much more
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Apr 27, 2020 |
The Greatest Concerts We've Ever Seen
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In a time without live shows, we look back at the highlights of lifetimes of concert-going, with Brittany Spanos, Rob Sheffield, and Andy Greene joining host Brian Hiatt (plus special guests Brendan Benson and Brian Fallon)
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Apr 21, 2020 |
Remembering John Prine and Bill Withers
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We play an unheard interview with Bill Withers by Andy Greene and look back on John Prine's singular career, with Patrick Doyle joining host Brian Hiatt
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Apr 13, 2020 |
The Songwriting Genius of Adam Schlesinger
2674
From Fountains of Wayne to "That Thing You Do" and beyond, Alan Sepinwall and Rob Sheffield join host Brian Hiatt pay tribute to a great songwriter, gone too soon
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Apr 07, 2020 |
Songs of Comfort, with Taylor Swift, Stevie Nicks, Sheryl Crow
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We discuss songs of solace in our current crisis, with some very special guests – including Taylor Swift – joining host Brian Hiatt
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Mar 27, 2020 |
Cancellations, Chaos: How the Pandemic Halted the Music Biz
2298
We go deep on an unprecedented challenge for the music industry in the face of COV-19, with reporters Amy X. Wang, Samantha Hissong and Ethan Millman joining host Brian Hiatt
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Mar 23, 2020 |
A Conversation with Jason Isbell
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Isbell, one of the greatest songwriters of his generation, talks about his upcoming album, Reunions, A Star is Born, and his entire career with host Brian Hiatt
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Mar 18, 2020 |
The Magic of BTS - and the History of Boy Bands
2538
We look at the triumph of BTS, and how they fit in with the long history of boy bands, with Jezebel senior writer Maria Sherman (author of an upcoming boy-band history) joining Brittany Spanos, Rob Sheffield and host Brian Hiatt
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Mar 11, 2020 |
The Holland Brothers: How We Wrote Motown's Classics
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Brian and Eddie Holland, who co-wrote Motown hits from "Heat Wave" to "Stop! In the Name of Love" – and authors of a new memoir – share tales from a pop golden age
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Mar 05, 2020 |
The Best (and Worst) Live Albums of All Time
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Rob Sheffield and Andy Greene join host Brian Hiatt to discuss the highs and lows of classic live albums. Plus, engineer Bob Pridden shares the story of The Who’s ‘Live at Leeds’ on its 50th anniversary
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Feb 19, 2020 |
Sheryl Crow: The Rolling Stone Interview
2839
In a revealing conversation with host Brian Hiatt, Sheryl Crow discusses her final album, her early days and much more
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Feb 11, 2020 |
The Weird Vibes and Unlikely Triumphs of the 2020 Grammys
2695
From Lil Nas X and Billie Eilish to Aerosmith and beyond, Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield join host Brian Hiatt to dig deep into Music's Oddest Night
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Feb 03, 2020 |
From Nine Inch Nails to the Doobies to Biggie: Inside the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 2020 Class
2644
Trent Reznor talks about Nine Inch Nails' Hall of Fame induction with Andy Greene; plus, Doobie Brothers history with founding member Patrick Simmons and a look at the RRHOF's future with host Brian Hiatt
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Jan 28, 2020 |
The Life and Music of Neil Peart
2575
In 2015 interview audio, Rush's late drummer and lyricist reflects on the pains and pleasures of his work. Plus, Hank Shteamer and Andy Greene join host Brian Hiatt to look back on Peart's legacy
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Jan 21, 2020 |
The Best Songs of 2019
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Rob Sheffield and Brittany Spanos join host Brian Hiatt for an in-depth look at 2019's musical highlights
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Jan 16, 2020 |
A Conversation with the Black Keys
2284
Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney sit down with Rolling Stone's Patrick Doyle to discuss their new album and their entire career
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Jan 08, 2020 |
Debbie Harry: My Life in Blondie and Beyond
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Debbie Harry and Chris Stein of Blondie discuss their career and Harry's new book with host Brian Hiatt
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Dec 26, 2019 |
The Life and Music of Juice Wrld
2419
In early December, Juice Wrld died not long after his 21st birthday. Brendan Klinkenberg and Simon Vozick-Levinson join host Brian Hiatt to look back at the rapper's genre-hopping, too-short career
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Dec 18, 2019 |
Billie Eilish, Van Halen, and Musical Generation Gaps
2476
Billie Eilish doesn't know Van Halen – which is totally fine. Andy Greene, Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield join host Brian Hiatt to talk about two acts who couldn't be more different, and yet somehow surprisingly similar
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Dec 11, 2019 |
Rediscovering Janis Joplin
2513
Holly George-Warren, author of Janis: Her Life and Music, joins host Brian Hiatt to offer fresh perspective on a rock legend
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Nov 27, 2019 |
The Secret History of the Black Crowes
2713
Former Black Crowes drummer Steve Gorman, author of a new memoir, tells host Brian Hiatt the harrowing, occasionally hilarious story of his former band's self-destructive tendencies
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Nov 19, 2019 |
Exploring the Rage Against the Machine and My Chemical Romance Reunions
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Brittany Spanos and Andy Greene join host Brian Hiatt to discuss the just-announced reunions of Rage Against the Machine, My Chemical Romance and the Black Crowes
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Nov 12, 2019 |
Kanye West's Road to 'Jesus is King'
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Brendan Klinkenberg joins host Brian Hiatt to discuss 'Jesus is King' how Kanye West's musical path headed towards gospel
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Nov 06, 2019 |
The Making of Bruce Springsteen's 'Western Stars' Movie
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Longtime Springsteen collaborator Thom Zimny, who co-directed 'Western Stars,' joins host Brian Hiatt to go behind the scenes of the acclaimed documentary
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Oct 29, 2019 |
Billy Idol on the Birth of Punk Rock and His Life in Music
2428
From hanging with the Sex Pistols at their first gigs to his own roller-coaster career, Billy Idol tells all to host Brian Hiatt
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Oct 22, 2019 |
A Conversation with the Pixies
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The Pixies (Black Francis, Paz Lenchantin, David Lovering, Joey Santiago) sit down with Andy Greene to discuss their new album Beneath the Eyrie and their whole career
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Oct 16, 2019 |
A Conversation with Wilco's Jeff Tweedy
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Jeff Tweedy joins host Brian Hiatt to discuss the making of Wilco's new album, 'Ode to Joy,' and much more
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Oct 09, 2019 |
The Life and Music of the Cars' Ric Ocasek
2098
The quirky musical path of the Cars frontman, with host Brian Hiatt and David Browne. Plus: Remembering Grateful Dead lyricist Robert Hunter
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Oct 02, 2019 |
Taylor Swift's "Lover": The Ultimate Album Breakdown
2299
In the wake of Rolling Stone's cover story, host Brian Hiatt, Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield go track by track on Swift's new album
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Sep 25, 2019 |
The Life and Music of Linda Ronstadt
2184
Longtime manager Peter Asher joins host Brian Hiatt explains how Ronstadt became a '70s superstar; David Browne and Angie Martoccio tell the rest of her story
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Sep 17, 2019 |
An Intimate Look at Harry Styles' Life and Music
2283
Rob Sheffield, author of Rolling Stone's Harry Styles cover story, joins Brittany Spanos and host Brian Hiatt to give an up-close look at one of the most singular stars in modern music
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Sep 10, 2019 |
How Spoon Made Their Greatest Hits
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Spoon's Britt Daniel, Jim Eno and Alex Fischel tell the story of the band and the making of songs on their new best-of compilation
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Aug 27, 2019 |
How Migos, Lil Baby and Atlanta Hip-Hop Conquered the World
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With their new compilation album out, Quality Control co-founders Coach K and Pee tell the story of their Atlanta label's underdog triumph, from Migos to Lil Baby to Lil Yachty and beyond
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Aug 21, 2019 |
Woodstock at 50: The Untold Stories
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Country Joe McDonald and Santana's Michael Carabello join Andy Zax – producer of a comprehensive new box set – and host Brian Hiatt to look back at the original Woodstock
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Aug 13, 2019 |
The Secret Origin of Sublime
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Founding bassist Eric Wilson digs into his early days with Bradley Nowell; plus, Rome Ramirez explains how he helped revive the band
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Aug 06, 2019 |
Was There Anything Good About Woodstock '99?
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From Limp Bizkit and Korn to Bush and the Chemical Brothers, Rob Sheffield and host Brian Hiatt look back at their messy experiences at a disastrous festival
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Jul 30, 2019 |
The Best Hip-Hop Songs and Albums of 2019 (So Far)
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Charles Holmes and Brendan Klinkenberg join host Brian Hiatt to discuss the moments defining 2019 hip-hop, from DaBaby and Megan Thee Stallion to J. Cole and Lil Nas X
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Jul 23, 2019 |
The Best Songs of 1999
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Rob Sheffield joins Brittany Spanos and host Brian Hiatt to dip into his list of the 99 best songs of 1999, from Mandy Moore and ODB to the Chemical Brothers and Fiona Apple
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Jul 16, 2019 |
The Best Albums of 2019 (So Far)
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Hear a breakdown of the year’s stand-out albums – Rob Sheffield, Brittany Spanos and Jon Dolan join host Brian Hiatt to discuss
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Jul 02, 2019 |
Duff McKagan: The Rolling Stone Interview
2430
The Guns N' Roses co-founder discusses reuniting with Axl and Slash, his new solo album, his road to sobriety, the loss of Scott Weiland and much more with host Brian Hiatt
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Jun 25, 2019 |
True Tales of Bob Dylan's Rolling Thunder Revue
2283
Byrds leader Roger McGuinn and Rolling Thunder Revue producer Louie Kemp share memories of the legendary tour and discuss Martin Scorsese's fiction-spiked documentary with host Brian Hiatt and Andy Greene
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Jun 18, 2019 |
Justin Townes Earle: The Rolling Stone Interview
2228
Songwriting secrets, addiction, the glories of Springsteen and much more in a wild conversation between Justin Townes Earle and host Brian Hiatt
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Jun 12, 2019 |
Jakob Dylan on His New Laurel Canyon Documentary and the Wallflowers' Hits
2338
Jakob Dylan and director Andy Slater discuss 'Echo in the Canyon' documentary and the making of the Wallflowers' hits with host Brian hiatt
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Jun 04, 2019 |
A Conversation with Billy Joel
2412
Billy Joel talks with Rolling Stone's Andy Greene about turning 70, quitting songwriting, making The Stranger and much more
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May 29, 2019 |
A Conversation with Stephen Malkmus
2333
The former Pavement frontman sits down with host Brian Hiatt to talk about his new album, '90s indie feuds, the possible future of Pavement and much more
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May 21, 2019 |
How Apple's GarageBand Changed Music
2187
Rolling Stone music business reporter Amy X. Wang joins host Brian Hiatt to break down the story of GarageBand, and the history of home recording
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May 16, 2019 |
The Zombies: The Rolling Stone Interview
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To celebrate their induction into the Rock and Roll of Fame, the Zombies' Rod Argent and Colin Blunstone sit down with host Brian Hiatt for a frank, hilarious discussion of their entire career
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May 01, 2019 |
How Billie Eilish and Lil Nas X are reshaping music
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We take a deep look at two of 2019's biggest new stars – Billie Eilish and Lil Nas X. Rob Sheffield, Charles Holmes and Brittany Spanos join host Brian Hiatt
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Apr 23, 2019 |
The 50 Greatest Grunge Albums of All Time
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From L7 to Pearl Jam, inside Rolling Stone's list of the best grunge albums ever. Suzy Exposito, Angie Martoccio and Kory Grow join host Brian Hiatt to discuss
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Apr 15, 2019 |
Hear Untold Tales of Bruce Springsteen and CSNY
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Host Brian Hiatt and David Browne tell stories from their acclaimed new books on the songs of Bruce Springsteen and the roller-coaster career of Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young (with assistance from Andy Greene)
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Apr 09, 2019 |
Can Hollywood Save Rock? Inside the Biopic Boom
2337
Rock lives – but mostly at the movies. Andy Greene joins Brian Hiatt to discuss 'The Dirt,' 'Rocket Man,' and all the rock movies to come: Why is Hollywood investing so deeply in rock, and what does it bode for the future?
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Apr 04, 2019 |
Rob Thomas: The Rolling Stone Interview
2088
Rob Thomas breaks down his new solo LP, the making of "Smooth," the glories of weed and much more in a career-spanning interview with host Brian Hiatt
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Mar 31, 2019 |
Was Lil Peep Destined to Be The Next Kurt Cobain?
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Inside the short life, promising career and tragic death of Lil Peep, who could've been the voice of a generation, with David Peisner, Christian Hoard and host Brian Hiatt
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Mar 20, 2019 |
Green River and the Birth of Grunge
2831
Stone Gossard, Jeff Ament and Mark Arm go deep on the story of Seattle's Green River with Kory Grow
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Mar 13, 2019 |
The Many Lives of Weezer
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The weird story of how Weezer became rock’s most unkillable band, as told by Steven Hyden and Andy Greene, with host Brian Hiatt
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Mar 07, 2019 |
The Life and Music of the Monkees’ Peter Tork
2250
We play unheard interviews with the late Peter Tork – while Rob Sheffield and Andy Greene join host Brian Hiatt to make the case for the Monkees’ greatness
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Feb 25, 2019 |
Best and Worst Moments of the 2019 Grammys
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Did the Grammys pull off a course correction this year? Rob Sheffield and Brittany Spanos break the show down with host Brian Hiatt
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Feb 18, 2019 |
The Secret History of "Walk This Way"
2231
How Run-DMC and Aerosmith changed music: Geoff Edgers, author of a new book on the song's history, and producer Jack Douglas join host Brian Hiatt
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Feb 12, 2019 |
The Best and Worst Super Bowl Performances of All Time
2250
From the glories of Prince, Beyonce and Bruce to the Who's flop, we praise and roast the whole history of Super Bowl performances – with Rob Sheffield, David Browne, Andy Greene and host Brian Hiatt
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Feb 10, 2019 |
Gary Clark Jr.: The Rolling Stone Interview
2114
The guitar hero breaks down his whole career and his bold new album, This Land, in a definitive interview with Patrick Doyle
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Jan 31, 2019 |
Fyre Festival and the Long, Wild History of Disastrous Music Fests
2298
From Fyre Festival to Altamont to Woodstock '99, we examine some of the most disastrous music fests of all time – and look forward to the 50th Woodstock anniversary – panelists Brittany Spanos, David Browne, Andy Greene join host Brian Hiatt
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Jan 28, 2019 |
Pete Townshend on the Past and Future of the Who
2295
Andy Greene sits down with Pete Townshend in his London home to discuss the Who's orchestral tour, surprise new album, why they can't play 'Tommy' anymore and many other topics
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Jan 22, 2019 |
The Best Albums of 2018
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Inside our list of the year's best albums, from Nicki Minaj to Paul McCartney. Brittany Spanos, Brendan Klinkenberg, Rob Sheffield and Simon Vozick-Levinson join host Brian Hiatt to break it all down
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Jan 14, 2019 |
Life Lessons from Rod Stewart
2410
Rod Stewart shares some wisdom, musical and otherwise, in a career-spanning interview with Andy Greene
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Dec 27, 2018 |
Will Radiohead Show Up? And Other Pressing Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class of '19 Questions
2732
Andy Greene and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame CEO Joel Peresman join host Brian Hiatt for a deep dive into one of the strongest Rock Hall of Fame classes in years. Plus: interviews with the Zombies' Colin Blunstone and former Cure drummer Lol Tolhurst
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Dec 17, 2018 |
2018: The Year in Pop
2586
From Ariana Grande’s chart domination to Taylor Swift’s monster tour and much more, a deep look at a weird year in pop with Rob Sheffield, Brittany Spanos and host Brian Hiatt
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Dec 10, 2018 |
2018: The Year in Hip-Hop
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Inside the artists and trends that defined the year’s dominant genre, with Brendan Klinkenberg, Charles Holmes and host Brian Hiatt
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Dec 04, 2018 |
Elvis Costello: The Rolling Stone Interview
2683
Costello sits down with host Brian Hiatt for a career-spanning chat, from his debut album to his just-released latest with the Imposters, Look Now
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Nov 26, 2018 |
Rediscovering the Beatles' 'White Album'
2530
Rob Sheffield and Andy Greene join host Brian Hiatt to dig into the highs and lows of the Beatles' massive new 'White Album' reissue
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Nov 20, 2018 |
The 98 Best Songs of 1998
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From Harvey Danger to Fatboy Slim to Aaliyah, Rob Sheffield breaks down his list of 1998's greatest with host Brian Hiatt
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Nov 12, 2018 |
'Bohemian Rhapsody' – and Why Even Flawed Music Biopics Rule
2315
We (lovingly) roast Queen's smash-hit biopic, and break down its factual inaccuracies – host Brian Hiatt is joined by Brittany Spanos, David Fear and Andy Greene
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Nov 06, 2018 |
The Making of Bob Dylan's 'Blonde on Blonde'
2147
How Dylan went to Nashville to make one of the greatest albums ever – Daryl Sanders, author of a new book on the album, and guitarist Wayne Moss join host Brian Hiatt
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Oct 30, 2018 |
Johnny Marr: The Rolling Stone Interview
2382
From the Smiths' break-up to his excellent new solo album and everything in between, Marr sits down for a career-spanning conversation with host Brian Hiatt
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Oct 23, 2018 |
What's Up With Kanye's MAGA Adventure?
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Taylor Swift made an eloquent political statement; Kanye West says his red hat gives him superpowers. We dig deep into Kanye's Oval Office visit, as well as Taylor's own political move, with host Brian Hiatt joined by Tessa Stuart, Brittany Spanos and Simon Vozick-Levinson
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Oct 15, 2018 |
"A Star Is Born": Inside Lady Gaga's Triumph
2518
Brittany Spanos and David Fear join host Brian Hiatt for an obsessive discussion of Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga's instant classic (is it anti-pop?) – and the long, campy lineage of "A Star Is Born"
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Oct 10, 2018 |
Phil Collins on the Weirdest Moments of His Career – and His New Tour
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Collins talks to Andy Greene about playing with Paul McCartney, Peter Gabriel and more, and previews his U.S. tour
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Oct 02, 2018 |
Paul Stanley Explains Why Kiss Is Saying Farewell
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The Starchild himself joins host Brian Hiatt to break down Kiss' impending retirement, his relationship with Gene Simmons and much more; plus, Andy Greene takes on the larger trend of rockers leaving the road
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Sep 24, 2018 |
The Life and Music of Mac Miller
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We look back at the far-too-short career of Mac Miller, who died at the age of 26 on September 7th, with Brendan Klinkenberg and Brittany Spanos joining host Brian Hiatt, who also plays some of his 2016 interview with the rapper
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Sep 18, 2018 |
Britney's "...Baby One More Time" At 20!
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Rob Sheffield, Brittany Spanos and host Brian Hiatt go deep on how a teenage Britney Spears changed the face of pop
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Sep 11, 2018 |
Ice Cube on the Secret History of N.W.A.
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In a revealing 2015 interview with host Brian Hiatt, Ice Cube dug into the earliest days of N.W.A. – and gangsta rap itself – while also explaining exactly why he left the group
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Aug 28, 2018 |
The Life and Music of Aretha Franklin (Plus, Aretha on Her Favorite Songs)
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Biographer David Ritz joins host Brian Hiatt, David Browne and Patrick Doyle to talk about the formative influences behind Franklin's music, and we play Doyle's emotional 2014 interview with her, where Franklin goes through decades of her favorite music.
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Aug 20, 2018 |
Best Songs of the 21st Century (Pt. 1, feat. Patrick Carney and Amerie)
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The Black Keys’ Patrick Carney and Amerie join host Brian Hiatt (along with Brittany Spanos and Simon Vozick-Levinson) to talk about “Tighten Up” and “1 Thing” – their entries on Rolling Stone’s list of the 21st century’s best songs
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Aug 14, 2018 |
Roger Daltrey on the Legend of the Who
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The Who's frontman talks with Andy Greene – plus, Andy joins host Brian Hiatt to discuss the band's legacy
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Aug 06, 2018 |
50 Years of the MC5's Rock Revolution: Wayne Kramer Looks Back
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Soon after the MC5 changed rock forever, guitarist Wayne Kramer was in prison. Kramer, author of a new autobiography, joins host Brian Hiatt to look back on one of rock's wildest lives
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Jul 30, 2018 |
Interpol frontman Paul Banks: The Rolling Stone Interview
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As Interpol prepare to release their strong new album, Marauder, frontman Paul Banks joins host Brian Hiatt for a look back on their entire career
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Jul 24, 2018 |
What is 2018’s Song of the Summer?
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From Drake to Kacey Musgraves, we evaluate the candidates for the defining song of summer 2018. Rolling Stone’s Sarah Grant, Brendan Klinkenberg and Simon-Vozick-Levinson join host Brian Hiatt to discuss
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Jul 17, 2018 |
The Life and Music of Paul Simon
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From battles with Art Garfunkel to the Graceland controversies, Paul Simon's biographer, Robert Hilburn, takes host Brian Hiatt inside the surprisingly dramatic artistic journey of a great American singer/songwriter
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Jul 02, 2018 |
Inside 2018's Best Albums, So Far
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Take a guided tour of Rolling Stone's list of the 50 best albums of 2018, so far, with staffers Sarah Grant, Simon Vozick-Levinson and Chris Weingarten, plus host Brian Hiatt
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Jun 26, 2018 |
Bowie, "2001" and The Secret History of Sci-Fi Rock
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Author Jason Heller breaks down his the new book "Strange Stars," which traces the weird, fascinating synergy between classic rock and science fiction, with host Brian Hiat
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Jun 19, 2018 |
Drake vs. Pusha-T and The Greatest Hip-Hop Beefs of All Time
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Brendan Klinkenberg, Simon Vozick-Levinson, Chris Weingarten and host Brian Hiatt break down the Drake vs. Pusha-T battle , and trace the rich history of rap beefs
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Jun 12, 2018 |
How Camilla Cabello Conquered Pop
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Brittany Spanos, Joe Levy and Alex Morris – who wrote Rolling Stone's new Camilla Cabello cover story – join host Brian Hiatt to go deep on the pop star's rise
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Jun 04, 2018 |
Secrets of Def Leppard's Hits
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As Def Leppard hit the road with Journey, frontman Joe Elliott breaks down the making of their greatest hits, their unlikely hip-hop influences, working with a young Taylor Swift and much more with host Brian Hiatt
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May 30, 2018 |
Confessions of A Frontman: Snow Patrol’s Gary Lightbody on His Hard-Fought Return
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Why did it take seven years between Snow Patrol albums? Frontman Gary Lightbody tells host Brian Hiatt about overcoming depression and a drinking problem to make some of his best music
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May 22, 2018 |
Questlove's Secrets of Musical Creation
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The Roots' Questlove, author of the new book Creative Quest, breaks down a dazzling list of musical influences, from Michael Jackson to Meg White, in a wide-ranging interview with host Brian Hiatt
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May 14, 2018 |
The Long Life and Slow Death of "Classic Rock"
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What exactly is "classic rock"? And are we in its last days? Steven Hyden, author of "Twilight of the Gods: A Journey to the End of Classic Rock," weighs in on the legends of the Doors, Led Zeppelin and more with host Brian Hiatt
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May 08, 2018 |
A Conversation with Fleetwood Mac
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Where did Lindsey Buckingham go? As they prep for a new tour, the members of Fleetwood Mac (including new additions Mike Campbell and Neil Finn) explain it all to Andy Greene
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May 01, 2018 |
Beyoncé at Coachella: The Ultimate Play-by-Play
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Suzy Exposito, Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield join host Brian Hiatt to analyze the highlights of Beychella
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Apr 23, 2018 |
Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, Kiss: Desmond Child Tells the Stories Behind the Hits
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As Bon Jovi enters the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, legendary songwriter Desmond Child tells host Brian Hiatt about co-writing their hits – plus tales of Aerosmith, Kiss, Ricky Martin and more
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Apr 17, 2018 |
The Genius of Nina Simone, Remembered by Her Brother
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As the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame prepares to induct Nina Simone, her brother Sam Waymon joins host Brian Hiatt and David Browne to share intimate memories of his genius sister
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Apr 09, 2018 |
The Death of Downloads and CDs; Artist to Watch: Soccer Mommy
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Steve Knopper joins host Brian Hiatt to trace streaming's conquest of music sales back to Napster; Sophie Allison of Soccer Mommy explains the influences behind her great new album
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Apr 03, 2018 |
Spinal Tap's Derek Smalls: The Rolling Stone Q+A
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The bassist for England's loudest band sits down with host Brian Hiatt to discuss exploding drummers, his new solo LP, Spinal Tap's break-up, Brexit, Satan's toupee, erectile dysfunction and much more
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Mar 26, 2018 |
Craig Mack's Life and Career – and Jack White's new LP
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We go deep on the life of Bad Boy Records legend Craig Mack – as well as Jack White's new album and Rolling Stone cover story. Host Brian Hiatt, who wrote the White story, is joined by Christian Hoard, Chris Weingarten and Jon Dolan to discuss.
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Mar 20, 2018 |
The Making of Van Morrison's Astral Weeks – and 1968's Secret History
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Author Ryan H. Walsh discusses his new book, Astral Weeks: A Secret History of 1968, with host Brian Hiatt – and musician John Payne shares stories from the making of the LP
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Mar 13, 2018 |
Kelly Clarkson: The Rolling Stone Q+A
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Clarkson joins host Brian Hiatt to talk about returning to TV with The Voice, her new album, her dramatic clashes with her old label, and much more
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Mar 07, 2018 |
Julian Casablancas on his Voidz reinvention, the Strokes and the Looming Apocalypse
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Casablancas and his Voidz bandmates Beardo and Jake Bercovici join host Brian Hiatt for a deep conversation on their new album, the disappointments of modern pop, the dark state of the world and much more
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Feb 26, 2018 |
Is the Smashing Pumpkins Reunion Really a Reunion?
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The Pumpkins just announced a major reunion tour – without bassist D'Arcy Wretzky. Host Brian Hiatt and Andy Greene dig into how we got here, and whether fans will buy three-quarters of the classic line-up – while also going through the band's entire fraught history.
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Feb 21, 2018 |
Why is Everyone Picking on Justin Timberlake?
2557
Timberlake just scored a number-one album in the face of a huge backlash. Host Brian Hiatt goes deep with Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield on how Justin went from beloved pop icon to online punching bag.
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Feb 13, 2018 |
Can the Grammys Be Saved?
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This year's Grammys ceremony made almost no one happy. Rob Sheffield and Brittany Spanos join host Brian Hiatt to discuss its ups (Kesha, Kendrick) and downs (no Lorde performance?), the awards' oft-bizarre history (Natalie Cole!), and its possible future.
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Feb 06, 2018 |
The Life and Music of Dolores O'Riordan
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Legendary video director Sam Bayer and Rolling Stone reporter David Browne join host Brian Hiatt to dive into the late star's story – and the making of the "Zombie" video. Plus, Bayer talks two of his other '90s classics: "Smells Like Teen Spirit" and "No Rain"
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Jan 30, 2018 |
Franz Ferdinand: The Rolling Stone Interview
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Franz Ferdinand's Alex Kapranos and Bob Hardy join host Brian Hiatt to go deep on their new album, Always Ascending. They also look back at their classic debut LP, review the new Justin Timberlake song and much more
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Jan 23, 2018 |
Lana Del Rey vs. Radiohead (plus: one of Clarence Clemons' last interviews)
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Brittany Spanos and Andy Greene join host Brian Hiatt to break down the history behind the Radiohead vs. Lana Del Rey battle; plus, to celebrate what would've been Clarence Clemons' 76th birthday, we play one of his final conversations
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Jan 16, 2018 |
Can Greta Van Fleet Save Classic Rock?
2595
Host Brian Hiatt talks to Greta Van Fleet, the young Michigan buzz band who make songs that sound like unearthed Led Zeppelin outtakes. Plus: rock critic Steven Hyden explains why the band might have a shot at mainstream success
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Jan 08, 2018 |
Bob Seger: The Rolling Stone Interview
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Seger talks to Andy Greene about his recent health scare, his new album, his rock n' roll legacy and more
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Jan 02, 2018 |
What's Next for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?
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Former Bon Jovi guitarist Richie Sambora, the Moody Blues' Justin Hayward and more talk about their Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction with Andy Greene, while Greene and host Brian Hiatt discuss the future of the institution
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Dec 26, 2017 |
Steely Dan's Donald Fagen: The Rolling Stone Interview
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In his first major interview since Walter Becker's death, Fagen talks about their decades-long partnership, Becker's final years and much more with host Brian Hiatt
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Dec 19, 2017 |
The Best Songs of 2017
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Exploring the hits and shoulda-been hits of 2017 with Rob Sheffield, Sarah Grant, Chris Weingarten, Jon Dolan and host Brian Hiatt
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Dec 12, 2017 |
The 50 Best Albums of 2017
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Inside our list of the year's best albums, from hitmakers like Lorde and Kendrick to discoveries like Open Mike Eagle. Brittany Spanos and Jon Dolan break down the list – and the year's music trends.
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Dec 04, 2017 |
Scott Weiland: The Lost Interview
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An intense, never-before-heard 2007 conversation between the late singer and host Brian Hiatt about drugs, rock n’ roll and Weiland’s hopes for the future
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Nov 27, 2017 |
Taylor Swift's "Reputation": The Ultimate Breakdown
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Rob Sheffield, Brittany Spanos join host Brian Hiatt to go track-by-track on Taylor's just-released new album
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Nov 20, 2017 |
Bowie's Last Years – and Nile Rodgers on Making "Let's Dance"
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As a new Bowie documentary looms, host Brian Hiatt and Andy Greene look at the star's insanely productive final years – an in-depth chat with Nile Rodgers on making 1983's "Let's Dance."
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Nov 14, 2017 |
The Mystery of Dylan’s Gospel Years
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Biographer Clinton Heylin, gospel singer Regina McCrary and drummer Jim Keltner join host Brian Hiatt and Andy Greene to weigh in on Bob Dylan’s most mysterious era, as he releases the box set Trouble No More
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Nov 06, 2017 |
The Untold Story of New Order and Joy Division
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Former New Order bassist Peter Hook (author of the new book Substance: Inside New Order) breaks down how Joy Division turned into New Order, remembers Ian Curtis, and much, much more in a hilarious, deep, career-spanning interview with host Brian Hiatt
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Oct 30, 2017 |
Kurt, Janis, Amy: The Stories Behind the Photos
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Three legendary photographers – Baron Wolman, Mark Seliger and Max Vadukul – join Rolling Stone's creative director, Jodi Peckman, and host Brian Hiatt to share tales of creating some of the magazine's most famous images, from a drugged-out Amy Winehouse to a playfully rebellious Kurt Cobain
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Oct 23, 2017 |
Inside Springsteen on Broadway
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Breaking down the hottest show on Broadway with host Brian Hiatt and Andy Greene, who also explore Springsteen's extensive history as an solo acoustic performer and storyteller
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Oct 16, 2017 |
Tom Petty: His Life and Music
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The late star speaks in unheard interview recordings – plus, Mike Campbell recalls the early days of the Heartbreakers and biographer Warren Zanes joins host Brian Hiatt and Andy Greene to recall his time with Petty
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Oct 10, 2017 |
The Secret Lives of Lou Reed
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Before Lou Reed changed rock history, he had to invent himself. Anthony DeCurtis, author of "Lou Reed: A Life," joins host Brian Hiatt to discuss the life, music and decadent times of one of rock's most essential artists
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Oct 03, 2017 |
The Case For Taylor Swift – And Every One of Her Songs, Ranked
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Rob Sheffield and Brittany Spanos join host Brian Hiatt to break down Rob's ranked list of every single Taylor Swift song
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Sep 25, 2017 |
Prophets of Rage: RATM + Public Enemy + Cypress Hill
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The supergroup explains to host Brian Hiatt how Rage Against the Machine merged with Public Enemy (Chuck D and DJ Lord) and Cypress Hill (B-Real) – and became a real band along the way.
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Sep 18, 2017 |
The Genius of Steely Dan's Walter Becker
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Inside the complex life and brilliant music of the co-mastermind of one of rock's greatest and most singular bands. Longtime Steely Dan collaborator Eliot Scheiner calls in to discuss his time with Becker (and reveal the secret origin of "Haitian Divorce"); Hank Shteamer, David Browne and Rob Sheffield join host Brian Hiatt to break down Becker's story.
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Sep 11, 2017 |
Alice Cooper: The Rolling Stone Interview
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In a deep, hilarious, career-spanning conversation with host Brian Hiatt, Cooper talks about breaking up his original band, touring with Johnny Depp, his friendship with Glen Campbell, and much more – plus, he reviews the new Taylor Swift single.
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Sep 05, 2017 |
Sammy Hagar's Life Lessons
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The singer shares 69 years worth of rock n' roll wisdom with Andy Greene – plus his thoughts on a reunion with Van Halen
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Aug 28, 2017 |
The National Break Down Their Great New Album
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The National's Matt Berninger and Bryan Devendorf join host Brian Hiatt to go deep on the making of their new album, Sleep Well Beast. They explain how weed, Donald Trump, Karl Rove inspired some of the songs, and why "rock n' roll in general is on its way out."
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Aug 21, 2017 |
The Story of the Strokes – and NYC Rock's Most Decadent '00s Moments
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Did the 2000s NYC rock scene change the world, or fizzle out? Or both? Lizzy Goodman, author of new oral history Meet Me in the Bathroom, joins host Brian Hiatt to discuss.
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Aug 14, 2017 |
Liam Gallagher: Confessions of a Frontman
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The former Oasis singer joins host Brian Hiatt to talk about his new solo LP, his relationship with Noel, the possible future of his band and much more. Plus: Andy Greene gives the odds on rock reunions
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Aug 07, 2017 |
The Life and Music of Linkin Park's Chester Bennington
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Hybrid Theory producer Don Gilmore and Machine Gun Kelly pay tribute to the late singer, and Rolling Stone's Brittany Spanos and Kory Grow join host Brian Hiatt in the studio
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Jul 31, 2017 |
Iggy Pop: Why I'm Done With Rock Albums
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Iggy tells Rolling Stone's Kory Grow about making the new documentary American Valhalla, his album Post-Pop Depression and the mysteries of his musical future
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Jul 24, 2017 |
Adele, Taylor Swift, Semisonic: Dan Wilson on a songwriting life
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Semisonic's Dan Wilson spills secrets of writing hits for Adele, Taylor and the Dixie Chicks – and explains how he got there from "Closing Time"
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Jul 17, 2017 |
Radiohead: The Making of OK Computer
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How Thom Yorke and his bandmates channeled millennial angst, a haunted castle and the agonies of touring into the final masterpiece of the alt-rock era: Rolling Stone's Andy Greene joins host Brian Hiatt to talk about his cover-story interviews with the band
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Jul 10, 2017 |
The Wildest Van Halen Stories Ever Told
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From throwing guacamole at Steve Perry to dissing Michael Anthony, former Van Halen manager Noel Monk (author of the new tell-all Runnin' With the Devil) tells host Brian Hiatt about some of the band's most outrageous (alleged) behavior
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Jul 03, 2017 |
The Greatest Metal Albums of All Time, with Rob Halford
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Judas Priest's Rob Halford joins Kory Grow, Hank Shteamer and host Brian Hiatt to discuss Rolling Stone's list of the 100 greatest metal albums of all time
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Jun 27, 2017 |
The Best Albums of 2017 (So Far)
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From Kendrick Lamar to Father John Misty to Lorde, host Brian Hiatt is joined by Jon Dolan, Brittany Spanos and Will Hermes to break down this year's must-listen albums
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Jun 19, 2017 |
Dan Auerbach on His New Solo LP and the Black Keys' Future (Plus: Remembering Gregg Allman)
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Dan Auerbach breaks down his wildly different new album, Waiting On A Song, looks back at The Big Come Up's 15th anniversary and more. Plus, Rolling Stone's Mark Binelli remembers his time with Gregg Allman.
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Jun 13, 2017 |
"Sgt. Peppers" at 50! (With an all-star panel: David Crosby, Micky Dolenz and Rick Nielsen)
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To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, David Crosby and the Monkees' Micky Dolenz (who both visited the Beatles during sessions for the LP), along with Cheap Trick's Rick Nielsen, join host Brian Hiatt and Rolling Stone's Andy Greene and Rob Sheffield to go deep on the album that changed the world
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Jun 06, 2017 |
Steve Van Zandt Tells All
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From his LSD experiments to his days as Bruce Springsteen's roommate to the origins of his Sopranos career and his great new solo album,Soulfire, Little Steven gets real in a live-in-the-studio chat with Andy Greene and host Brian Hiatt
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May 31, 2017 |
The Life and Music of Chris Cornell
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We remember the late Chris Cornell, and play audio from Cornell's in-depth, revealing Rolling Stone interviews with Kory Grow and Andy Greene.
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May 22, 2017 |
The Secret History of the Beatles, with Rob Sheffield
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Rob Sheffield, author of the new book Dreaming the Beatles: The Love Story of One Band and the Whole World, joins host Brian Hiatt and Brittany Spanos to explain why the Fab Four will be relevant forever
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May 15, 2017 |
John Lennon: Hear Jann Wenner's Legendary 1970 Interview
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In December 1970, Rolling Stone founder and publisher Jann Wenner sat down with John Lennon in New York City as the ex-Beatle prepared to release his solo debut. It became one of the most legendary rock interviews ever, thanks to Lennon's brutally honest thoughts on the Beatles' then-recent breakup and much, much more. This is part one of the audio, presented in celebration of Rolling Stone's 50th anniversary.
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May 10, 2017 |
Sheryl Crow: My Life in Music
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Sheryl Crow guides host Brian Hiatt through the winding road of her career, explains why she thinks grunge killed rock n' roll and tells the story of how she made her new album during school hours
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May 02, 2017 |
"Almost Famous 2": Cameron Crowe on his Harry Styles Cover Story
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Crowe, the Rolling Stone legend turned filmmaker, talks with current RS staffers – host Brian Hiatt, Christian Hoard and Brittany Spanos – about hanging with Harry, the art of the profile, Prince and his showbiz future
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Apr 24, 2017 |
Album Flashback: The Making of Dylan's Empire Burlesque
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As Bob Dylan continues his latest unexpected career turn with his standards LP Triplicate, Empire Burlesque producer Arthur Baker joins host Brian Hiatt and Andy Greene for an in-depth chat about the making of Dylan's most ultra-'80s album.
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Apr 17, 2017 |
The Wildest Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Moments
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As Pearl Jam, Tupac Shakur, Joan Baez and others get inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, host Brian HIatt and senior writer Andy Greene take a comprehensive look back at some of the greatest – and craziest – moments in past ceremonies, from Mike Love's fury to Prince's legendary guitar solo.
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Apr 10, 2017 |
Halsey Explains It All: Inside Her New Album and Much More
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In her first interview about June 2nd's hopeless fountain kingdom, she goes in-depth on the creation of the album, its elaborate concept and the real-life heartbreak behind the song. She also talks with host Brian Hiatt about the making of her smash-hit Chainsmokers collaboration "Closer," her reaction to newfound fame and more.
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Apr 04, 2017 |
The Life and Music of Chuck Berry
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How Chuck Berry helped invent rock n' roll, and changed America forever: Berry biographer Bruce Pegg joins host Brian Hiatt – and Rolling Stone's Brittany Spanos, Patrick Doyle and Andy Greene – for a revealing discussion.
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Mar 27, 2017 |
Wayne Coyne on Acid, Miley, Mid-Life Crises and More
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The Flaming Lips frontman goes deep on his musical and personal evolution over a 30-year-plus rock career, in an ultra-honest interview with host Brian Hiatt
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Mar 20, 2017 |
U2's Pop Turns 20: Great Acts In Artistic Confusion
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It's the 20th anniversary of U2's Pop – and the 25th of Bruce Springsteen's Human Touch and Lucky Town. What happens when great artists hit moments of artistic confusion? Host Brian Hiatt is joined by Rolling Stone senior writer Andy Greene for an-depth discussion.
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Mar 07, 2017 |
Lenny Kravitz Looks Back
2854
Can love still rule in the age of Trump? Lenny Kravitz ponders that, and many other questions, from the origins of his style to his views on hip-hop, in a deep, career-spanning conversation with host Brian Hiatt
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Feb 27, 2017 |
Confessions of a Backstreet Boy: A.J. McLean Tells All
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A.J. McLean talks about the pressure of living up to his bad-boy rep, his fight for sobriety, Lou Pearlman's death, why he thinks the Grammys were right to pick Adele and much more as the Backstreet Boys prepare for a Vegas residency
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Feb 21, 2017 |
Is Rock Dead? An Intense Debate
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Rob Sheffield, Brittany Spanos, Andy Greene and Steven Hyden join host Brian Hiatt for an-in-depth debate: Is the heart of rock and roll still beating?
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Feb 13, 2017 |
Grammy Confidential: Behind the Scenes With the Show's Producers
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From private Prince concerts to arguing with Frank Ocean, longtime Grammy producer Ken Ehlrich and writer David Wild tell all
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Feb 07, 2017 |
Go inside Paris Jackson's Blockbuster Rolling Stone Interview – how Michael Jackson's daughter got the world talking
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Host Brian Hiatt discusses the making of his Paris Jackson cover story with Brittany Spanos and Andy Greene, and they take a fresh look back at Michael Jackson's complex history
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Jan 31, 2017 |
The Edge on U2's Joshua Tree Tour
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The Edge tells senior writer Andy Greene how the current political climate led U2 back to the Joshua Tree, how the shows will work and what U2's future looks like
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Jan 23, 2017 |
Inside the E Street Band, with Jake Clemons
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What's it like for Bruce Springsteen to be your actual boss? Jake Clemons shares the unlikely story of his journey from fan to member of E Street Band – and goes inside his debut album as a singer/songwriter, Fear & Love
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Jan 17, 2017 |
Inside the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's class of 2017
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Senior writer Andy Greene interviews some of the Rock and Roll of Fame's 2017 class – Journey guitarist Neal Schon, Yes frontman Jon Anderson, original Pearl Jam drummer Dave Krusen – and debates the future of the institution with host Brian Hiatt
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Jan 09, 2017 |
Tom Petty on his 2017 tour and his future
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As he preps for a 2017 tour with the Heartbreakers, Tom Petty chats with senior writer Andy Greene about what still drives him, his plans for an expanded version of Wildflowers and much more
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Jan 02, 2017 |
Sebastian Bach's Most Insane '80s Metal Stories
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Sebastian Bach shares some of the wildest tales from his new book, from a night on Sunset Strip with Axl and David Lee Roth to waking up in the middle of surgery.
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Dec 26, 2016 |
Inside "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" – with Fall Out Boy's Pete Wentz. (Plus: Why are Kanye and Trump hanging out?)
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How is making a "Star Wars" movie like recording a pop-rock song? Host Brian Hiatt and Pete Wentz of Fall Out Boy go deep on "Rogue One," and the saga's unlikely influence on musicians. Plus: Andy Greene and Brittany Spanos join the show to discuss what Trump has in common with Kanye – and wonder just who's going to perform at January's inauguration.
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Dec 19, 2016 |
Neil Young on his new album, Trump, Pono and more
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Neil Young discusses the future of Crazy Horse, the possibility of a Pono streaming service and his skeptical views on technology
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Dec 12, 2016 |
The 25 Best Albums of 2016
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Inside our list of 2016's best albums, from Beyoncé to Paul Simon to Green Day, from Young Thug to Rihanna. Brittany Spanos and Jon Dolan break down the list and discuss the year's musical trends with host Brian Hiatt.
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Dec 05, 2016 |
Alicia Keys on sex, love and her new album – plus "Hamilton" vs. Pence and more
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Alicia Keys talks about making her raw, political new album Here, and reflects on the 15th anniversary of her debut, Songs in A Minor. Plus: Host Brian Hiatt and associate editor Andy Greene debate the "Hamilton" cast's confrontation with VP-elect Mike Pence, and discuss Kanye West's tour cancellation and hospitalization.
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Nov 28, 2016 |
Mick Jagger and Keith Richards on their new album, their future and much more
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An in-depth conversation with the Rolling Stones about returning to the blues, the state of rock, their renewed partnership and more.
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Nov 21, 2016 |
The Life and Music of Leonard Cohen
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He was a poet, a singer/songwriter, a monk, a septuagenarian arena headliner and much more: We tell the amazing life story of Leonard Cohen. Also: How will music change in the face of a Trump presidency?
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Nov 14, 2016 |
Tegan and Sara on Springsteen, Taylor Swift and more. Plus: Senator Tim Kaine goes deep on his fave music!
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Tegan and Sara join us live to discuss their turn to pop, their future musical plans, and much more. And in an exclusive interview, Senator Tim Kaine talks about the Replacements and his other favorite bands.
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Nov 07, 2016 |
The Music of 'Luke Cage' (Plus: Inside A Tribe Called Quest’s New Album)
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We trace the roots of the astonishing music for Netflix’s 'Luke Cage' in an in-depth chat with its production super-team: Adrian Younge and A Tribe Called Quest’s Ali Shaheed Muhammad. Also: Muhammad shares details on Tribe’s final album
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Oct 31, 2016 |
Artists Against Trump
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What's it like to write songs about Donald Trump? In our first live episode, Matt Berninger, Corin Tucker and Dave Eggers discuss the “30 Days 30 Songs” project, and ponder the impact of political music. Also: For Chuck Berry’s 90th birthday, Neil Strauss looks back on his wild Berry interviews.
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Oct 24, 2016 |
Does Bob Dylan deserve the Nobel Prize?
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Oct 17, 2016 |
Bruce Springsteen on Youth, Manhood and his Touring Future
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Greetings from Colt’s Neck, New Jersey! In this exclusive audio from his Rolling Stone interview with Brian Hiatt, Bruce Springsteen goes deep into his childhood, masculinity, his creative process and why does those four hour shows.
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Oct 11, 2016 |
Fred Armisen on “Stop Making Sense,” Prince and Mac & Cheese
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“Portlandia” and “Documentary Now” star Fred Armisen is the hardest working man in comedy, but he still thinks of himself as a musician. In this episode, he talks about spoofing the Talking Heads, meeting Prince, working with Billie Joe Armstrong and much more. Plus: the latest from pop-punk pioneers the Descendents
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Oct 03, 2016 |
David Crosby Has Regrets
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The Crosby Stills Nash & Young singer shares some hard-won life lessons – on everything from prison to the music biz – with Rolling Stone associate editor Andy Greene; plus: new music from the Weeknd
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Sep 26, 2016 |
Sting Puts Down the Lute! Police Frontman Talks About His Return to Rock
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Sting’s “I Can’t Stop Thinking About You” is the closest thing he’s made to a new Police song in decades. He talks to Rolling Stone’s Patrick Doyle about his upcoming album, 57th & 9th – as well as Prince, climate change deniers, and why he’s always working it. Plus: first thoughts on the new Lady Gaga single, “Perfect Illusion."
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Sep 19, 2016 |
21 Pilots’ Surprising Lift-Off: At Home with 2016’s Biggest Band
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How did two guys who grew up in strict evangelical households become the biggest breakout pop success of 2016? Rolling Stone's Andy Greene got the full story from frontman Tyler Joseph and drummer Josh Dunn in their hometown of Columbus, Ohio. Plus: New music from Francis and the Lights, the singer/songwriter/producer who has inspired everyone from Drake to Bon Iver.
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Sep 12, 2016 |
Apple Vs. Spotify: Who’s Winning the Streaming Wars? (And Are Fans Losing?)
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There is a battle at the heart of the music business for high stakes exclusives – with Frank Ocean’s “Blond” being the most recent example. But is this good for music fans? Plus: Walkmen lead singer Hamilton Leithauser and Rostam of Vampire Weekend gang up, and Carly Rae Jepsen grows up.
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Sep 06, 2016 |
Lars Ulrich on Metallica's New Groove; Frank Ocean
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The world’s biggest metal band is now basically a DIY operation. The ever-voluble Lars Ulrich talks about what that’s like – and how it helped them record their upcoming double album, “Hardwired… To Self Destruct,” which emerged from an iPod of 1600 loose jams. Plus: a deep dive into Frank Ocean’s long-awaited album “Blonde."
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Aug 29, 2016 |
Billie Joe Armstrong Breaks Down Green Day's Politically-Charged New Album
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e Green Day frontman reveals how his impromptu march in a New York Black Lives Matter protest inspired him to write the title track to Revolution Radio, why he thinks that group's 2012's trilogy was a misguided project, how two cancer diagnoses shook the band's world and why he's psyched to get back on the road after the longest break of his career.
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Aug 23, 2016 |
Paul Isn’t Dead: Rock’s Greatest Urban Legends
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From “Paul is Dead” to the harrowing supposed story behind Phil Collin’s “In the Air Tonight” to Jay-Z joining the Illuminati, wild rumors about rock stars have been around as long as there have been fans to repeat them. We take apart the biggest doozies, and look at how the Internet age has both helped debunk and spread many of rock’s greatest urban myths. Plus: new music from Father John Misty and Chance the Rapper pal Noname
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Aug 15, 2016 |
The Story of Grunge's Lost Supergroup: Temple of the Dog Returns
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Before Pearl Jam existed and Nirvana broke big, there was Temple of the Dog: a one-off album featuring Chris Cornell of Soundgarden and an unknown guy named Eddie Vedder. In this episode, Cornell, Jeff Ament and Mike McCready tell the story of grunge's lost supergroup - and why they decided to finally reunite this fall for their first-ever tour.
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Aug 08, 2016 |
Keith Richards on His First Guitar Hero; plus: Best Shows of the Summer
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Keith Richards spoke to us about his idol, Elvis Presley guitarist Scotty Moore, who died in June. Plus: Rolling Stone’s Patrick Doyle, Andy Greene, Annie Licata and Nathan Brackett talk about their favorite shows of the summer so far.
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Aug 01, 2016 |
When Great Artists Make Terrible Songs
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You can blame bad Eighties production or a certain white powder, but even the giants of rock and pop sometimes hit a bad note; we delve into the most ridiculously entertaining examples, from musical heroes like Chuck Berry, Bob Dylan and more. Plus: new music from Wilco and the Paranoid Style.
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Jul 26, 2016 |
Florence Welch on What Makes Her Machine Tick
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One of rock’s great leadwomen talks about her musical influences, her rules for living – or lack thereof – and much more. Plus: Jenny Lewis’s killer New Wave side project, Nice as F**k.
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Jul 19, 2016 |
Noel Gallagher’s Life Lessons
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The Oasis frontman talks to Rolling Stone’s Andy Greene about the rules he lives by, his most embarrassing rock star purchase, the music that moves him the most, and much more. Plus: new music from singer-songwriter Angel Olsen
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Jul 11, 2016 |
Neil Young’s New Groove; Blood Orange
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Neil Young has a new band with the kids of an old buddy (Willie Nelson), and he’s having the most fun he’s had in years; he talks about his new groove with Rolling Stone associate editor Patrick Doyle; plus, Doyle, Andy Greene and Nathan Brackett break down Neil’s wild, woolly last few decades. Also: producer Dev Hynes’ new Blood Orange album, Freetown Sound.
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Jul 05, 2016 |
Concert Security: Can Anything Be Done? + Rob Sheffield’s New David Bowie Book
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How has the music world reacted to the Orlando mass shooting, the murder of Christina Grimmie, and the recent fatal shooting at a T.I. concert in New York? Is there anything that can be done to make shows safer? Rolling Stone writer Steve Knopper speaks to host Nathan Brackett about the steps that the live industry has – and hasn’t – taken. Plus: Contributing editor Rob Sheffield talks about his great new book, “On Bowie,” and some of his favorite David Bowie moments.
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Jun 27, 2016 |
Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Flea on their New LP; Plus: Mitski, Terrible Band Names
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Chili Peppers bassist Flea talks about his recent high-speed crash – and why the band are excited about their new phase without producer Rick Rubin. Plus: Country hope Brandy Clark, indie rocker Mitski, and bands that started out with terrible names.
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Jun 21, 2016 |
Classic Albums We Trashed
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In this episode, we swallow our pride and take a hard look at underwhelming – and sometimes downright mean –Rolling Stone reviews of albums that are now acknowledged classic, from Led Zeppelin I to Weezer's "Pinkerton." Also: new music from Beck, and publicity stunts gone wrong.
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Jun 13, 2016 |
From “Spinal Tap” to “Popstar”: Best Rock Mockumentaries
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Rolling Stone’s David Fear, Rob Sheffield and Nathan Brackett delve into Lonely Island’s new Justin Bieber send-up, “Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping” and ask the bigger question: Why are the best movies about music so often mockumentaries? Plus: New music from Car Seat Headrest, Joey Purp and Hotelier; and readers weigh in on Phish
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Jun 10, 2016 |
Meet and Greet for Dollars: Craziest Concert VIP Packages
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How much would you pay for a photo with Drake? Okay, now what if he throws in a goodie bag with a special “6 God” air freshener? Rolling Stone’s Andy Greene, Jason Newman and Nathan Brackett take a tour of the most deluxe – and often absurd – concert VIP packages available to superfans this summer, from Guns N’ Roses to Nick Jonas and Demi Lovato. Plus: The Magnetic Zeros hippie-folk hangover, Ariana Grande, Macy Gray and Prince’s lost music.
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May 31, 2016 |
Paul Simon on His New Album; Plus: The Triumph of Positive Hip-Hop
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Paul Simon is still restless after all these years, as he proves on his excellent new album “Stranger to Stranger”; he recently spoke to Rolling Stone’s Andy Greene about his adventurous recording process, why it’s not always easy being Paul Simon – and why he won’t being touring with Art Garfunkel anytime soon. Plus: editors Nathan Brackett and Brittany Spanos go deep into the new album from feel-good Chicago MC Chance the Rapper.
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May 23, 2016 |
Inside Radiohead’s Return; Plus: The Myth of Rock’s Original Wild Man
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Radiohead have been one of rock’s most exciting bands for decades, but many fans had mixed feelings about 2011’s The King of Limbs. Is their first album in five years a return to form? Rolling Stone’s Nathan Brackett, Brian Hiatt and Andy Greene go deep on the gorgeous A Moon Shaped Pool. Plus: Author Mark Binelli goes deep into the myth and reality of a singular Fifties rocker with his new book “Screamin’ Jay Hawkins’ All-Time Greatest Hits”; and readers respond to the new Blink-182.
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May 17, 2016 |
Inside Music Taste: Why Do You Really Like That Record? Plus: Beyonce, Drake, Pearl Jam
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Why do you like what you like? And what does that mean? Rolling Stone executive editor Nathan Brackett sits down with Tom Vanderbilt, author of “You May Also Like: Taste in an Age of Endless Choice” (Knopf) to talk about the real roots of music taste, why people stop finding new bands at age 23, whether Pink Floyd appeals more to Republicans or Democrats, and much more. Plus: Inside the new Beyonce and Drake albums, and readers respond to Pearl Jam’s new tour.
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May 10, 2016 |
Music & Activism: When Do They Go Together?; Plus: D.R.A.M., Cate Le Bon
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Many pop stars and rockers have causes - but when are they really able to make a difference, and when should they keep their mouth shut? Rolling Stone music and politics editors run down the most successful examples of pop activism, from the No Nukes concert in 1978 to Bruce Springsteen's North Carolina boycott. Plus: new music from D.R.A.M., Cate Le Bon and Pity Sex
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May 02, 2016 |
The Power and Glory of Prince; plus: A Lost Day at Paisley Park
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In this special all-Prince episode, writer Brian Hiatt remembers his 2014 daylong visit with the Purple One at Paisley Park for an aborted Rolling Stone cover story, and contributing editors Rob Sheffield and Jon Dolan go deep into some of their favorite Prince songs.
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Apr 25, 2016 |
Punk Rock’s Greatest Albums; Plus: Schoolboy Q, Paul Simon
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Punk’s not dead! For the 40th anniversary of the Ramones’ first album, we took a crack at naming the greatest punk rock albums of all time, from “Never Mind the Bollocks” to Bikini Kill. In this episode, Rolling Stone’s Rob Sheffield, Jon Dolan, Nathan Brackett and Elisabeth Garber-Paul go deep into the moshpit. Plus: new music from Paul Simon, Schoolboy Q and rockers Whitney.
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Apr 18, 2016 |
Merle Haggard’s Badass Life; Drake; Rock’s Best Drummers
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Inside the epic life and music of Merle Haggard, the only outlaw-country superstar who actually spent time in prison and rode the rails. Plus: new music from Drake; Charles Bradley’s soul explosion; California rockers Bleached; and readers talk back to our 100 Greatest Drummers list.
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Apr 12, 2016 |
Iggy Pop’s Last Go-Round? Plus: The National; Sturgill Simpson
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Rolling Stone’s David Fricke talks about Iggy Pop’s new album with Josh Homme – and why it might be the Stooges great’s last. Plus: The National unleash their secret Grateful Dead obsession with an all-star album of covers; new music from Sturgill Simpson; and reader mail on our Weezer coverage.
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Apr 04, 2016 |
When Lead Singers Get Replaced; Last Shadow Puppets; Zayn
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What happens when a big rock band loses its head, figuratively speaking? We look at the best and worst case scenarios, from AC/DC to Van Halen to Stone Temple Pilots. Also: new music from Arctic Monkey Alex Turner’s side project Last Shadow Puppets, Zayn and Australian indie rockers the Goon Sax. Plus: readers respond to the death of Phife of A Tribe Called Quest.
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Mar 28, 2016 |
Inside the Guns N’ Roses Reunion; Andrew Bird & Fiona Apple; George Martin
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After decades of acrimony, Axl Rose and Slash are getting back together onstage. Can they pull off the rock reunion of the year? Associate editor Andy Greene and senior writer Brian Hiatt take a deep dive into the monster band’s ups and downs; plus: new music from Andrew Bird and Fiona Apple, Anohni and Big Thief; and what did Beatles producer George Martin actually do?
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Mar 21, 2016 |
Bob Dylan’s Secret Stash; Kendrick Lamar’s Jazz Cats; Metallica
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Bob Dylan just dropped a magical treasure trove of music, film footage and other archives onto the world; RS editors Rob Sheffield and Andy Greene delve deep into the heart of this Dylanologists’ dream, and explain why you will have to go to Oklahoma to see it. Plus: Kendrick Lamar and the (possible) return of jazz; Metallica’s “Master of Puppets” and more.
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Mar 14, 2016 |
Does HBO's "Vinyl" Get Rock Right? Plus: Greatest Emo Albums; Car Seat Headrest
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HBO's new series "Vinyl" – produced by Martin Scorcese and Mick Jagger – aims to capture the wild energy of the music business in the 1970s. So what does it get right about rock and roll, and what does it gets wrong? Editors Rob Sheffield, Alex Morris and David Fear debate. Plus: we answer very emotional reader mail about our recent "Greatest Emo Albums" list, and contributors Suzy Exposito and Brittany Spanos attempt to answer, once and for all, the big question: What the hell is emo? Also: Rob Sheffield and Brittany Spanos talk about their favorite new songs from Car Seat Headrest, Parquet Courts and Mitski.
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Mar 07, 2016 |
Rivers Cuomo on Weezer’s New Album; FKA Twigs; Elliott Smith
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Weezer frontman Rivers Cuomo talks about the unusual places he looked for inspiration for Weezer’s upcoming “White Album” – among them, the beach, and … Tinder! Plus: the fabulous FKA Twigs’ new song; lost Elliott Smith tracks; and shoegaze superstars DIIV. With Rolling Stone’s Nathan Brackett, Jon Dolan, Andy Greene, Annie Licata, Jason Newman and Brittany Spanos.
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Mar 01, 2016 |
Kanye West; Courtney Barnett; Plus: A Lonely Defense of the Compact Disc
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A deep dive into Kanye West’s pained, fragmented new album “The Life of Pablo” with Rolling Stone's Rob Sheffield, Brittany Spanos, Simon Vozick-Levinson and Nathan Brackett. Plus: Aussie rocker Courtney Barnett makes ramen cool; and, in our first debate, writer David Browne mounts a passionate, lonely defense of the compact disc, as Brian Hiatt argues that it can’t get to history’s scrapheap soon enough.
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Feb 22, 2016 |
Cameron Crowe on Glenn Frey of the Eagles; Beyoncé; Is the Gold Record Dead?
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"Almost Famous" director Crowe remembers his friend Glenn Frey, whom he met as a teenage correspondent covering the Eagles for Rolling Stone in the 1970s. Also: Does every gold record have an asterisk now? Inside the new rule changes which some insiders say are cheapening the music sales award. Plus: Beyoncé's "Formation"; New York rockers Sunflower Bean, a.k.a. "the coolest band in the world"; and new music from Chairlift.
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Feb 16, 2016 |
Special Report! Bernie Sanders' Folk Album, Rubio's Rap Past and More
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Is Hillary Clinton really a Lana Del Rey fan? Is Chris Christie's favorite Springsteen album really "Magic"? And why does Ben Carson like "MacArthur Park" so much? Rolling Stone writers and critics delve deep into the presidential candidates' music tastes. Plus: New music from Rostam of Vampire Weekend; the real meaning of the Grammys; and much more.
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Feb 08, 2016 |
David Bowie's Incredible Final Act; Rihanna
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After a decade of quiet, Bowie embarked on a remarkable comeback in his final years, even as he struggled with illness; the inside story, featuring an interview with Bowie's longtime producer Tony Visconti. Also: Beck, Mick Jagger and Nile Rodgers remember Bowie; Rihanna's "Anti" and the age of the surprise album; and reader mail.
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Feb 01, 2016 |
Rolling Stone Music Now
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The writers and editors of Rolling Stone take you inside the biggest stories in music. Featuring interviews with our favorite artists; what's playing in the office; expert insight on the week's biggest music news; and much more.
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Jan 25, 2016 |