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U2 Leadoff Singles, Ranked: The Fly Tops, Boots Trails
music3 days ago

U2 Leadoff Singles, Ranked: The Fly Tops, Boots Trails

Rolling Stone ranks U2's leadoff singles from their albums, arguing the opener often sets the tone more than the album itself; from 'The Fly' (1991) at No. 1 to 'Get On Your Boots' (2009) at No. 15, the piece spotlights standout tracks like 'Desire,' 'Vertigo,' 'New Year’s Day,' 'Pride (In the Name of Love),' and 'With or Without You,' notes misfires such as 'Discothèque' and 'A Day Without Me,' and also mentions a forthcoming album’s leadoff single, 'Street of Dreams'.

Juror questions cops’ million-dollar reputation in Afroman case
entertainment9 days ago

Juror questions cops’ million-dollar reputation in Afroman case

A juror in the viral Afroman defamation trial says the cops’ complaints were trivial and their demands excessive, arguing the raid was a mistake that spurred the musician’s songs; Foreman maintains the lawsuit arose from the officers’ error. The piece also touches on Canada’s Eurovision 2027 participation and includes other music-industry notes, including Clive Davis’s obituary and Fruit Bats’ new album and tour.

Halfway There: The Must-Listen Albums of 2026 So Far
music26 days ago

Halfway There: The Must-Listen Albums of 2026 So Far

Rolling Stone’s mid‑year picks survey a genre‑blending 2026, spotlighting everything from BTS’s Arirang and Harry Styles’s disco‑leaning pivot to Olivia Rodrigo, A$AP Rocky, Jill Scott, Bad Gyal, Boards of Canada, Neurosis, and more—showcasing bold comebacks, genre‑hopping experiments, and standout newcomers across pop, hip‑hop, country, indie, metal, and Latin‑flavored sounds.

Noah Kahan Headlines Rolling Stone's Debut Stateside Festival on the Hudson
music2 months ago

Noah Kahan Headlines Rolling Stone's Debut Stateside Festival on the Hudson

Rolling Stone is launching its inaugural Stateside Festival for Independence Day weekend at the Hudson River’s Hutton Brickyards in Kingston, NY, headlined by Noah Kahan with a two-stage lineup (Main Stage and Scout Stage), premium VIP/Platinum packages with on-site stays, Tailgate Sessions by Scout Motors, and Hertz perks. Local vendors, an artisan market, and on-site programming accompany food and drink offerings, while a portion of proceeds benefits the BusyHead Project mental-health nonprofit.

Rolling Stone Drops Eight-Cover BTS Collectors Box Set
entertainment2 months ago

Rolling Stone Drops Eight-Cover BTS Collectors Box Set

Rolling Stone is releasing a limited-edition BTS: The Cover Collection box set that gathers all eight May 2026 covers (one for each BTS member plus the group) with video versions; the set, priced at $125, ships worldwide and is available now at shop.rollingstone.com. The online rollout spans eight days (Apr 13–Apr 20, 2026), and the issue features a cover story by Brian Hiatt.

Britney Spears Breaks Silence With Instagram Dance After DUI Arrest
entertainment3 months ago

Britney Spears Breaks Silence With Instagram Dance After DUI Arrest

Britney Spears posted an Instagram video dancing with her son Jayden Federline as she speaks out for the first time since a March DUI arrest, thanking fans and urging kindness. A spokesperson says Spears will take steps for her well-being and will comply with the law; she was arrested on March 4 in California for driving under the influence of a combination of drugs and alcohol, booked and released, with a Ventura County court date set for May 4.

Harry Styles Songbook Ranked: 53 Tracks, From Deep Cuts to Anthems
music4 months ago

Harry Styles Songbook Ranked: 53 Tracks, From Deep Cuts to Anthems

Rolling Stone ranks all 53 Harry Styles songs—spanning his One Direction-era material, his solo albums (Fine Line, Harry’s House, Kiss All The Time), and live/unreleased cuts—beginning with the unreleased-penned “Just a Little Bit of Your Heart” and climbing through fan favorites and deep cuts, with each entry paired to background on its influences, creation, and why it lands where it does in Styles’ evolving songbook.

Carlile urges Trump voters to rethink after feeling duped, says they can still change their minds
entertainment4 months ago

Carlile urges Trump voters to rethink after feeling duped, says they can still change their minds

Brandi Carlile told Rolling Stone that voters who supported Donald Trump and now feel misled weren’t signing up for what’s happened, urging them to channel anger and reconsider their position because they can still change their minds. She compared the experience to being duped by a door-to-door salesman, and highlighted Minnesota ICE operations as context for the broader debate. The Minneapolis show she played was a benefit for The Advocates for Human Rights and helped raise over $600,000 for families affected by immigration enforcement.

Michael Lydon, Influential 1960s Writer, Dies at 82
obituary11 months ago

Michael Lydon, Influential 1960s Writer, Dies at 82

Michael Lydon, a pioneering rock journalist and founding editor of Rolling Stone who documented the vibrant music scene of the 1960s and 70s, died at 82 due to complications from Parkinson’s disease. He was known for his interactions with legendary musicians like the Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, and Janis Joplin, and for his influential writings that captured the spirit of the era.