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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.
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Feb 10, 2021 • 45min
The Women Who Helped Create Hip-Hop
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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 2, 2021 • 47min
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 • 42min
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 • 45min
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 • 44min
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 • 39min
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 • 58min
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 • 46min
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 • 48min
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 • 35min
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