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
Dec 17, 2018 • 46min
Will Radiohead Show Up? And Other Pressing Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class of '19 Questions
Andy Greene and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame CEO Joel Peresman join host Brian Hiatt for a deep dive into one of the strongest Rock Hall of Fame classes in years. Plus: interviews with the Zombies' Colin Blunstone and former Cure drummer Lol Tolhurst Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 10, 2018 • 44min
2018: The Year in Pop
From Ariana Grande’s chart domination to Taylor Swift’s monster tour and much more, a deep look at a weird year in pop with Rob Sheffield, Brittany Spanos and host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 4, 2018 • 42min
2018: The Year in Hip-Hop
Inside the artists and trends that defined the year’s dominant genre, with Brendan Klinkenberg, Charles Holmes and host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 26, 2018 • 45min
Elvis Costello: The Rolling Stone Interview
Elvis Costello discusses his career-spanning chat with host Brian Hiatt, including the unique qualities of his latest album, the growth of the impostors, the dark side of fame, collaborating with Carol King, the misconception about songwriting division, their admiration for Bruce Springsteen, collaboration with Paul McCartney, and reflections on expansive records.
Nov 20, 2018 • 43min
Rediscovering the Beatles' 'White Album'
Rob Sheffield and Andy Greene join host Brian Hiatt to dig into the highs and lows of the Beatles' massive new 'White Album' reissue Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 12, 2018 • 50min
The 98 Best Songs of 1998
From Harvey Danger to Fatboy Slim to Aaliyah, Rob Sheffield breaks down his list of 1998's greatest with host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 6, 2018 • 39min
'Bohemian Rhapsody' – and Why Even Flawed Music Biopics Rule
We (lovingly) roast Queen's smash-hit biopic, and break down its factual inaccuracies – host Brian Hiatt is joined by Brittany Spanos, David Fear and Andy Greene Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 30, 2018 • 36min
The Making of Bob Dylan's 'Blonde on Blonde'
Daryl Sanders, author of "That Thin Wild Mercury Sound," dives deep into the creation of Bob Dylan's iconic album, 'Blonde on Blonde.' He unpacks Dylan's journey to Nashville and the collaborative spirit that defined the recording sessions. With insights from guitarist Wayne Moss, they discuss the spontaneous creativity of the session musicians and the eclectic mix of styles that shaped the album. Anecdotes about fellow artists like Kris Kristofferson highlight the legacy and lasting influence of this landmark work on future musicians.
Oct 23, 2018 • 40min
Johnny Marr: The Rolling Stone Interview
From the Smiths' break-up to his excellent new solo album and everything in between, Marr sits down for a career-spanning conversation with host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 15, 2018 • 37min
What's Up With Kanye's MAGA Adventure?
Taylor Swift made an eloquent political statement; Kanye West says his red hat gives him superpowers. We dig deep into Kanye's Oval Office visit, as well as Taylor's own political move, with host Brian Hiatt joined by Tessa Stuart, Brittany Spanos and Simon Vozick-Levinson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
