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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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

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