Matthew Sweet, theveteran alt-rock singer-songwriter behind Nineties hit singles “Girlfriend” and “I’ve Been Waiting,” has suffered a stroke. His longtime manager, Russell Carter, confirmed the news in a statement to Rolling Stone on Tuesday, and said Sweet was forced to cancel his cross-country tour and shows with fellow musicians after …

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. If you’re anything like us, you’re fueled almost entirely by the sweet golden nectar of the perfect cup of Joe. But waiting in line for your coffee can …

Barack Obama showed off his rap skills today after being introduced by Eminem during a campaign rally for Vice President Kamala Harris in Detroit. Eminem first spoke, wearing a Detroit Tigers hat, to introduce Obama and encourage folks to vote while highlighting the importance of freedom of speech. “The city …

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. The Dodgers routed the Mets to secure the National League pennant, dashing New York’s dream of a Subway Series, but setting the stage for a bicoastal showdown between …

Tim Ballard, the anti-trafficking activist whose wildly exaggerated missions abroad were the basis of the hit 2023 film Sound of Freedom, is facing a new legal action from six women who last year sued him for sexual exploitation — leading Ballard to sue them for defamation earlier this month. The …

Joni Mitchell led a Joni Jam session onstage at the Hollywood Bowl over the weekend — but also backstage. On Tuesday, Brandi Carlile shared a video of numerous stars, including Mitchell, Lucy Dacus, Chappell Roan, and Elton John himself, singing along to the Rocket Man’s “I’m Still Standing.” Tim Hanseroth, …

A$AP Rocky’s criminal trial over charges he opened fire on his former friend A$AP Relli was pushed from mid-November to late January on Tuesday, shielding the musician’s previously announced headlining gig at Rolling Loud Thailand. A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge agreed to move the expected 10-day trial to …

Donald Trump has a long history of disrespect for deceased members of the military and immigrants. Nowhere did his disdain for the two groups meld more intensely than after the murder of U.S. Army soldier Vanessa Guillén, whom the former president called a “fucking Mexican” when informed about the cost …

Alejandro Fernandez will be honoring his father, the late Vicente Fernandez, on a new tour. On Tuesday, Alejandro announced that he’ll go on the De Rey a Rey arena tour across the United States in 2025 to honor his father’s legacy, playing Vicente’s songs on the road, and releasing an …

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. The 2024 World Series matchup is official — the Los Angeles Dodgers are going up against the New York Yankees, two of baseball‘s three biggest spenders (only to …