Sam Smith samples audio from the 2001 cult classic film Donnie Darko in their latest single, “To Die For,” released on Valentine’s Day. “Releasing this song is going to be a wild one — I feel like it’s from one of the deepest parts of me,” Smith told Rolling Stone …
Read More »'Fantasy Island' Review: A Nightmare of a Reboot
If crimes against cinema merited prosecution, Blumhouse’s Fantasy Island would go directly to death row. It defies common sense why Blumhouse, the company that boasts Get Out, The Purge, and Paranormal Activity on its horror roster, would put its stamp on this pathetic imitation of scare cinema. The idea was …
Read More »Preview Pearl Jam's New Song by Pointing Your Cellphone at the Moon
A week before the single’s official release, Pearl Jam have previewed their latest Gigaton song, “Superblood Wolfmoon,” with a catch: In order to access the track, you need to aim your cellphone at the moon. Republic Records and creative studio Powster have teamed for an augmented-reality experience unlocked via Pearl …
Read More »Watch Combo Chimbita Play With Fire in New 'Revelación (Candela)' Video
As part of Latin indie rock’s new wave of mad scientists, Combo Chimbita is a hard act to emulate. They turn up the heat in their latest single, “Revelación (Candela).” The song is featured in their sophomore LP Ahomale, which was named one of Rolling Stone’s Best Latin Albums of …
Read More »Heavy Metal, Year One: The Inside Story of Black Sabbath's Groundbreaking Debut
Before the world recognized Black Sabbath as heavy-metal forefathers, the band members wrote a song that gave them the chills. “We knew instantly that ‘Black Sabbath’ was very different to what was around at the time,” guitarist Tony Iommi says of the piece that gave the group its name. “We …
Read More »The Best Turntables for DJs and Vinyl Lovers
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. If you want to make original mashups of your favorite songs, or DJ to an audience, your most important tool is the right turntable. Just take it from …
Read More »See 'SNL' Mock New Hampshire Democratic Debate in Cold Open Sketch
On the heels of yet another Democratic debate, Saturday Night Live corralled its remaining candidates — including Larry David’s Bernie Sanders and Jason Sudeikis’ Joe Biden — for the latest cold open sketch. During the debate, Sudeikis’ Biden addressed his lackluster results in the troubled Iowa caucus. “Just when you …
Read More »Sean Paul, Tove Lo Praise 'Real Side of Love' With 'Calling on Me'
Sean Paul has released his first single of 2020, “Calling on Me,” featuring the Swedish singer Tove Lo. “‘Calling on Me’ is a dope song reflecting the real side of love,” Sean Paul said in a statement. “If you love someone, the energy doesn’t ever change. They are able to …
Read More »Shania Twain Adds More Dates to Las Vegas Residency
Shania Twain has added 14 more shows to her 2020 Las Vegas engagement. The country music entertainer will play new dates in August, September, and December at the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, part of her production “Shania Twain “Let’s Go!” The Las Vegas Residency.” The show is the follow-up …
Read More »'Beanpole' Review: War and Peace, From a Female Perspective
Her name is Iya (Viktoria Miroshnichenko), but most folks call her “Beanpole.” It’s not hard to see why — tall, willowy, and blessed with hair the color of fine straw, this lanky Russian does indeed resemble a long, sprouting plant. But it’s a term people use affectionately when they talk …
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