The Flaming Lips get nostalgic for the Mesozoic era on their new song, “Dinosaurs on the Mountain,” set to appear on their upcoming album, American Head, out September 11th via Warner Records. The track is a dreamy folk-rock tune that ebbs and flows on waves of thick psychedelia and to-the-rafters …
Read More »Official Grateful Dead Podcast Examines Creation of 'Workingman's Dead'
The Grateful Dead have launched an official podcast that will first examine the creation of the band’s 1970 LP Workingman’s Dead. The Good Ol’ Grateful Deadcast, available on all podcast platforms, is hosted by musician Rich Mahan and rock journalist Jesse Jarnow. Each episode of the first season will focus …
Read More »How to Build a Stereo Home Audio System For Under $1000
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 ready to set up your first home sound system, or are thinking about giving your current one an overhaul, your best option is to get each …
Read More »Emma Swift Drops Mystic Cover of Bob Dylan's 'Queen Jane Approximately'
Gearing up for the release of Blonde on the Tracks, her album of Bob Dylan covers, Emma Swift has dropped a tender rendition of “Queen Jane Approximately.” A highlight from 1965’s Highway 61 Revisited, Swift’s cover showcases her delicate vocals over a 12-string Rickenbacker guitar. The video, which features animation …
Read More »The Best Beach Towels For the Sand and Pool
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Whether you’re bound for the beach or prepping for a poolside hangout, you won’t want to be without a good towel. (Don’t forget your sunscreen and waterproof speakers, …
Read More »Deadmau5 Zips Through an Intergalactic Car Race in New 'Pomegranate' Video
Deadmau5 embarks on a surreal journey in the new video for his recent collaboration with the Neptunes, “Pomegranate.” The animated clip was directed by Nick DenBoer of Generic Versatility, who previously helmed the videos for Deadmau5’s “Drama Free” and “Monophobia.” The “Pomegranate” video finds Deadmau5 facing off against a bunch …
Read More »The Avett Brothers Address Divided U.S. in New Video for 'We Americans'
The Avett Brothers have released a new animated video for their song “We Americans.” Illustrated by the artist Jason Mitcham, the clip looks at the divided United States through a series of moving paintings and gives new life to the 2019 track, originally released on the album Closer Than Together. …
Read More »'The First Time' With George Lopez
George Lopez discusses seeing Kiss in concert, meeting Richard Pryor and stealing Freddie Prinze’s headstone in the latest installment of Rolling Stone‘s The First Time. Lopez kicks off with the first album he ever bought, Kiss’ 1975 Alive! He then asked his grandparents for $14 to see their concert at …
Read More »Jody Stephens, Mike Mills Talk Big Star's Legacy in 'Memphis Masters' Series
Big Star drummer Jody Stephens, R.E.M.’s Mike Mills and more discuss the power pop band’s legacy in The Memphis Masters video series. The clip opens with Stephens next to his drumkit as the band’s “Thirteen” plays in the background. “I think part of the Memphis creed is that we’re all …
Read More »Hear John Legend on Life as the Sexiest Man Alive, His (Musical) Faith in Kanye West and More
John Legend digs into current events (including his thoughts on police defunding and Joe Biden), the making of his new album Bigger Love, and much more in the latest episode of Rolling Stone Music Now. Among many other topics, he explains why – despite his political outspokenness – he doesn’t …
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