There’s nothing like Ed Sheeran‘s vocals and a guitar. On Monday, Rolling Stone premiered a special episode of On Deck, featuring a performance from our recent cover story subject. During the set at the Moonfire Ranch in Malibu, Sheeran went through three songs from his new album, Subtract. The video …
Read More »'A Hero for Me': Peter Gabriel on His Long Friendship With Jimmy Carter
Peter Gabriel first learned about former U.S. President Jimmy Carter in Rolling Stone. He doesn’t remember the exact date, but a 1975 article about Georgia’s Allman Brothers Band and their support for Carter’s presidential campaign is likely what caught his eye. “I’ve always been interested in American politics, and I …
Read More »Suga Welcomes Halsey to the Stage for 'Suga's Interlude' Live Debut in Los Angeles
BTS member Suga‘s solo concert at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles on Sunday evening was packed with a sold-out crowd waiting for the moment to scream out the lyrics to “Suga‘s Interlude.” The record, which appeared on Halsey‘s album Manic in 2020, received its live debut when the singer …
Read More »Margo Price on Gun Violence, Protests, and Privilege
On that dreadful Monday, March 27th, when six souls lost their lives in the Covenant shooting, my father-in-law called me to break the news. “There’s been a shooting at a school in Green Hills,” he started, and I dropped to the ground. I couldn’t breathe, my head was spinning. I …
Read More »'Better Than Revenge (Taylor's Version)': Why Taylor Swift Shouldn't Rewrite Her Own History
Before she twisted stories of doomed relationships into metaphors about high-speed getaway cars or mapped out a decade-old breakup in a 10-minute short film, Taylor Swift walked a fragile line. The country-pop songs on which she carefully excavated past relationships with romantic writing were met with acclaim. But in turn, …
Read More »Reba McEntire Joins 'The Voice,' Niall Horan Sets Return for Second Season
The Voice‘s Season 24 coaches lineup is full of familiar faces. After serving as a Mega Mentor on the latest season, Reba McEntire will officially join the singing competition series as a coach for the upcoming season. For the show’s first season without Blake Shelton, the country icon will coach …
Read More »Karol G Makes Jazzy 'Tiny Desk' Performance 'Feel Like a Weekend'
Karol G is reimagining her new album but with a jazzier vibe. On Monday, NPR Music released the Colombian singer’s “Tiny Desk Concert” performance of her LP Mañana Será Bonito, where she was backed by an all-woman band. “I don’t know why I’m so nervous. Maybe because the album is …
Read More »How Memphis Rapper Key Glock Turned Grief Into Motivation
When Memphis rapper Key Glock, born Markeyvius Cathey, walked into a conference room in Midtown Manhattan earlier this year, the 25-year-old musician had been doing what all rich people do when they visit New York City: shopping. “I went to Saks’s Fith Avenue, spent about $7,500, feel me?” he said, …
Read More »Marilyn Manson Teases First Music Since Sexual Abuse Allegations
Marilyn Manson is teasing his first music since numerous women accused him of sexual and physical abuse in 2021. On Monday, the singer shared a black-and-white photo of himself singing into a microphone in his first post since March 2022. “I’ve got something for you to hear,” he captioned the …
Read More »Shakira Sings With Her Children in Emotional 'Acróstico' Video
Shakira highlights her love for her children in the moving video for her new ballad “Acróstico.” The star released the song last week, just in time for Mother’s Day. “Acróstico” is an emotional open letter to her children Milan and Sasha, who are also featured in the video. Shakira sits …
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