Lil Yachty is back with his first new song of 2025, “Murda,” which features a prominent sample of Maggie Rogers’ breakthrough 2016 song, “Alaska.” The two-minute track is built around a loop of Rogers’ vocal hook from “Alaska,” which gets chopped up and utilized in a few different ways, sometimes …
Read More »Nikki Lane Tells Her Origin Story in 'Woodruff City Limit'
Nikki Lane has been on a Nashville tear this week, culminating with a pop-up appearance Wednesday night during Lukas Nelson’s headlining show at Chief’s, during which she sang “Born Runnin’ Outta Time,” off Nelson’s upcoming album American Romance. By show’s end, Lane was once again onstage, harmonizing on another song …
Read More »Cassandra Coleman's Debut Single 'Coming of Age' Proves That Folk-Pop Can Be Thrilling
Like it or not, the phrase “folk-pop” can often put listeners to sleep. Cassandra Coleman isn’t having it: On the Tennessee songwriter’s debut single, “Coming of Age,” she proves that acoustic music needn’t be boring. Helping her achieve that goal is Jack Antonoff, who co-produced the song and lent his …
Read More »Eric Church: 'I Enjoy the Antagonistic'
E ric Church has a story he wants to tell me. It’s mid-May, a month since the country superstar first sat down for what will become his Rolling Stone Interview, and a lot has happened in that time. For one thing: Bruce Springsteen heard Church’s new album, Evangeline vs. the …
Read More »'Mario Kart World' Is a Chaotic Peak for Nintendo's Classic Racing Franchise
There’s something special about a game of Mario Kart. Even with 30-plus years of iteration, the basic conceit hasn’t changed much, and doesn’t need to. Whether it’s piled up on the bedroom floor in front of an old tube TV or, now, live chatting via an in-game Zoom, the joy …
Read More »Addison Rae's Pop Queen Dreams Are Massive, and Just Out of Reach
Listening to Addison Rae’s self-titled debut feels like wearing your gaudiest dress and stepping into the Chateau Marmont on a hot summer day. There are glistening turquoise pools, loads of cigarettes, diamond jewelry, and everything is doused in the golden Los Angeles sun. At the center of the glamour stands …
Read More »These Best-Selling Margarita Machines Are Up to 60% Off So You Can Finally Find Your 'Lost Shaker of Salt'
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. As the temps start to rise, it’s officially time to channel your inner Jimmy Buffett, toss some booze in a blender, and whip up “a frozen concoction that …
Read More »Ed Sheeran Celebrates India on Rousing Single 'Sapphire'
Ed Sheeran has released a new single, “Sapphire.” The song, off his forthcoming album Play, is accompanied by a music video shot in India. The video features appearances by Arijit Singh, who sings and plays sitar on the track, and Shah Rukh Khan. “Sapphire,” produced by Ilya Salmanzadeh, Johnny McDaid, …
Read More »Mariah Carey Returns With Fiery Single 'Type Dangerous'
Mariah Carey has released a new single, “Type Dangerous.” The song is the pop singer’s first new release in several years, with her most recent album, Caution, arriving in 2018. The track presumably teases her next LP. “Looking for the dangerous type,” she croons on the upbeat number. “I like …
Read More »Ciara Taps Teyana Taylor, Normani for 'Ecstasy' Remix
Ciara has dropped a remix of her single “Ecstasy” featuring Teyana Taylor and Normani. The slick R&B track, which was originally released in April, was written by Ciara, Courtlin Jabrae, and Theron Thomas, and produced by Leather Jacket and Tommy (TBHITS) Brown. “Teyana and Normani are true trailblazers, and their …
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