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
Nov 17, 2020 • 43min
From "YMCA" to "Fortunate Son," Inside The Trump Era's Weird Musical Battles
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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 10, 2020 • 33min
Inside the Reinvention of the Music Business
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 3, 2020 • 46min
The Making of Kendrick Lamar
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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 30, 2020 • 43min
Mariah Carey Book Club! Inside the Year's Best Music Memoir
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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 23, 2020 • 43min
Phoebe Bridgers: The Rolling Stone Interview
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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 12, 2020 • 46min
The Life and Music of Eddie Van Halen
Biographer Greg Renoff dives into Eddie Van Halen's immigrant journey and profound impact on rock music. Guitar legends Tom Morello, Steve Vai, and Gene Simmons share personal stories of admiration and highlight Eddie's innovative guitar techniques like two-handed tapping. They reflect on the evolution of guitar playing, the joy Eddie brought to his performances, and the collaborative spirit he inspired in his peers. The conversation is filled with heartfelt tributes, showcasing Eddie's lasting legacy in the music world.
Oct 6, 2020 • 41min
'Kid A' at 20: A Look Back at Radiohead's Masterpiece
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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 29, 2020 • 44min
500 Greatest Albums of All Time - Inside the List
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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 22, 2020 • 46min
The Life and Music of Toots Hibbert
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 15, 2020 • 44min
Melissa Etheridge: The Rolling Stone Interview
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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
