
Rolling Stone Music Now
Inside the biggest stories in music, hosted by Rolling Stone senior writer Brian Hiatt. Featuring interviews with top artists, expert insight on new releases and breaking news from the Rolling Stone staff, and much more.
Latest episodes

Feb 2, 2021 • 49min
Olivia Rodrigo's "Drivers License" and the Greatest Debut Singles Ever
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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 27, 2021 • 45min
Year in Review: Hip-Hop in 2020
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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 20, 2021 • 48min
The Best Albums of 2020
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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 12, 2021 • 47min
Diane Warren: My Life in Songs
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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 5, 2021 • 42min
BEST OF RSMN: Justin Townes Earle: The Rolling Stone Interview
In 2019, a year before Earle's passing, the singer-songwriter sat down for an intimate interview with host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 22, 2020 • 1h 1min
Taylor Swift's 'Evermore': The Ultimate Breakdown
Rob Sheffield, a savvy music critic and author, teams up with Brittany Spanos, a vibrant journalist covering pop culture, to unpack Taylor Swift's surprise album, 'Evermore'. They delve into the album's seasonal themes and artistic evolution, comparing it to 'Folklore'. Their discussion reveals Swift's growth as a songwriter, highlighting emotional narratives of relationships and nostalgia. Expect humorous moments inspired by Taylor and Bruce Springsteen, alongside insights on the potential for cinematic adaptations of her intricate storytelling.

Dec 16, 2020 • 49min
The Best Songs of 2020
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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 8, 2020 • 51min
Musicians on Musicians! Lil' Wayne/Lil' Baby; Lars Ulrich/Phoebe Bridgers; Brittany Howard/Margo Price
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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 3, 2020 • 38min
Best of RSMN: Blondie’s Debbie Harry and Chris Stein Tell All
Debbie Harry and Chris Stein discuss the origins of Blondie and more with host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 24, 2020 • 46min
Smokey Robinson: The Rolling Stone Interview
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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices