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
Oct 22, 2019 • 41min
Billy Idol on the Birth of Punk Rock and His Life in Music
From hanging with the Sex Pistols at their first gigs to his own roller-coaster career, Billy Idol tells all to host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 16, 2019 • 37min
A Conversation with the Pixies
The Pixies (Black Francis, Paz Lenchantin, David Lovering, Joey Santiago) sit down with Andy Greene to discuss their new album Beneath the Eyrie and their whole career Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 9, 2019 • 36min
A Conversation with Wilco's Jeff Tweedy
Jeff Tweedy joins host Brian Hiatt to discuss the making of Wilco's new album, 'Ode to Joy,' and much more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 2, 2019 • 35min
The Life and Music of the Cars' Ric Ocasek
The quirky musical path of the Cars frontman, with host Brian Hiatt and David Browne. Plus: Remembering Grateful Dead lyricist Robert Hunter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 25, 2019 • 39min
Taylor Swift's "Lover": The Ultimate Album Breakdown
Dive into an in-depth exploration of Taylor Swift's album 'Lover,' where the hosts analyze its vibrant sound and emotional depth. They unpack standout tracks like 'Cruel Summer' and 'Cornelia Street,' highlighting Swift's evolution as a songwriter. The discussion touches on themes of love, vulnerability, and societal commentary, drawing connections to her previous work. Listeners will appreciate the blend of personal storytelling and pop sensibility, along with playful comparisons to other artists.
Sep 17, 2019 • 37min
The Life and Music of Linda Ronstadt
Longtime manager Peter Asher joins host Brian Hiatt explains how Ronstadt became a '70s superstar; David Browne and Angie Martoccio tell the rest of her story Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 10, 2019 • 39min
An Intimate Look at Harry Styles' Life and Music
Rob Sheffield, author of Rolling Stone's Harry Styles cover story, joins Brittany Spanos and host Brian Hiatt to give an up-close look at one of the most singular stars in modern music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 27, 2019 • 42min
How Spoon Made Their Greatest Hits
Spoon's Britt Daniel, Jim Eno and Alex Fischel tell the story of the band and the making of songs on their new best-of compilation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 21, 2019 • 35min
How Migos, Lil Baby and Atlanta Hip-Hop Conquered the World
With their new compilation album out, Quality Control co-founders Coach K and Pee tell the story of their Atlanta label's underdog triumph, from Migos to Lil Baby to Lil Yachty and beyond Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 13, 2019 • 39min
Woodstock at 50: The Untold Stories
Country Joe McDonald and Santana's Michael Carabello join Andy Zax – producer of a comprehensive new box set – and host Brian Hiatt to look back at the original Woodstock Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
