Rolling Stone Music Now

Bruce Springsteen just released a mammoth amount of unheard music on Tracks II: The Lost Albums — we go deep on all seven albums, with Andy Greene joining host Brian Hiatt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We look back at the lives and music of Sly Stone and Brian Wilson, with Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zara Larsson talks about her fierce ambition ("I want to be the number one!"), the creation of her upcoming new album Midnight Sun, the TikTok success of "Symphony," and much more in an interview with host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Brittany Spanos, a pop music expert from Rolling Stone, and Rob Sheffield, a seasoned music journalist, as they dive into Taylor Swift's monumental reclaiming of her music masters. They explore her strategic genius behind the 'Taylor's Versions' project and the buzz around her vault tracks. The duo reflects on Swift's evolving sound, especially with 'Reputation,' and the powerful fan dynamics at play. They also touch upon her cryptic hints for future releases, setting the stage for what's next in her iconic career.

Tall Tales, Thom Yorke's new album with veteran electronic producer Mark Pritchard, is one of the best albums of the year so far. Pritchard sits down with host Brian Hiatt to go deep on taking a prog-tronic journey with Radiohead's frontman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why is President Trump calling for investigations into the world's biggest music stars? We look into a very weird battle, with Andy Greene joining host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coco Jones, a rising R&B/pop singer and actress known for her role in Peacock's Bel Air, shares her journey from Disney child star to music sensation. She discusses her controversial sample of Britney Spears and the influence of legends like Aretha Franklin and Mariah Carey on her sound. Coco opens up about the emotional challenges of balancing music and acting, and how she found her voice through vulnerability. With her debut album 'Why Not More,' she embodies authenticity and resilience, eager to inspire new artists in her evolving career.

This week, writer Andy Greene dives into the controversies surrounding the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Known for his keen insights into music and pop culture, Andy discusses why artists like Mariah Carey and Phish have been left out. He highlights biases in the voting process, the challenges of genre recognition, and the need for more inclusivity. With a humorous take on potential reforms, he advocates for a system that honors diverse contributions, ensuring that deserving musicians finally get their time in the spotlight.

Jeff Goldblum isn't just a great actor — he's a gifted jazz piano player, too. In a wildly entertaining interview with host Brian Hiatt, Goldbum talks about his new album, Still Blooming, his hopes for the sequel Wicked : For Good, how he got Ariana Grande to sing with him, and much more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Barron, lead singer of the Spin Doctors, dives into the band's long-awaited album, *Face Full of Cake*, and reflects on their 90s highs and lows. He shares personal anecdotes about their chaotic living situation, contrasting the spontaneity of past New York performances with today's music scene. Barron discusses the significance of collaboration in songwriting and reveals the inspiration behind their hit *Two Princes*. He opens up about his journey with substance use and the creative process that led to his resurgence, emphasizing growth and resilience.