Is Maddox Batson “Country Music’s Justin Bieber”? | Rolling Stone Nashville Now
Maddox Batson, a 16‑year‑old country singer, is being hailed as the genre’s answer to a young Justin Bieber. He recently appeared on Rolling Stone’s Nashville Now podcast, discussing his songwriting process, social‑media strategy, and a co‑write credit on a track featuring Lana Del Rey and Quavo. Batson’s music mixes teenage crush narratives with classic country motifs, and he has already secured a major label partnership. His rapid rise underscores a new wave of digitally native, youth‑focused talent in country music.
BTS' RM Talks About the Band's Identity, 'Fighting Demons', And the Meaning of Life | Cover Story
RM sits down with Rolling Stone to discuss BTS's evolving identity, his post‑military psychological state, and the philosophical questions driving his solo work. He emphasizes that without continual challenge, the group loses purpose, and he frames his upcoming album as...
Young Miko Talks Breakthrough Year, "Do Not Disturb", & Beauty Secrets | The Rolling Stone Studio
Young Miko, the Puerto Rican rapper‑singer highlighted in Rolling Stone’s Future of Music list, reflects on a career‑defining 2023 that saw her rise to mainstream attention. Her sophomore album Do Not Disturb topped charts, driving a 45% surge in global...
Zayn Shares 'My Life in 10 Songs,' Talks Lil Wayne, Amy Winehouse, 50 Cent, and More
Zayn Malik uses his "My Life in 10 Songs" series to map the soundtrack of his personal and artistic evolution, highlighting tracks that defined his childhood, cultural roots, and creative aspirations. The video opens with a tribute to Donell Jones’s...
Is Paul Cauthen Country’s Reformed Rebel? | Rolling Stone Nashville Now
Texas‑born singer‑songwriter Paul Cauthen drops his latest record, The Book of Paul, on which he embraces a defiant, autobiographical tone. In Rolling Stone’s Nashville Now podcast, Cauthen explains the album’s “trials and tribulations,” reveals the origin of his “Big Velvet”...
20 Acts We Can’t Wait to See at Coachella
Coachella 2026 unveils a historic lineup, featuring first‑time headliners Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber and Karol G, with Karol G becoming the festival’s inaugural Latina headliner. The roster also highlights breakthrough acts like Filipino girl group BINI and rising stars such as Young Thug,...
Zendaya Thinks ‘Euphoria’ Will End After Season 3: ‘That Closure Is Coming’
Zendaya indicated on The Drew Barrymore Show that she believes Season 3 of HBO's *Euphoria* will likely be the series' final chapter. HBO has not officially confirmed the ending, leaving the network’s plans ambiguous. The third season premieres on April 12, 2026,...
Wireless Festival Loses Diageo and Rockstar Energy Sponsorships Over Kanye West Booking
Wireless Festival’s 2026 edition has lost three major sponsors—Diageo, Rockstar Energy and Pepsi—after the organizers announced Kanye West as a headliner. The withdrawals follow public criticism of West’s past antisemitic remarks by UK political leaders. The festival’s website now shows no...
Hulk Hogan Knows ‘Where All the Bodies Are Buried’ in New Trailer for Netflix Docuseries
Netflix is set to launch the four‑part docuseries “Hulk Hogan: Real American” on April 22, 2026, featuring the wrestler’s final interview filmed before his July 2025 death. The trailer shows Hogan confronting his dual identity, from the larger‑than‑life ring persona to the...
The 5 Best Streaming Devices (And Why They’re Better Than Your Smart TV)
Streaming devices outperform most built‑in smart TV platforms by offering faster processors, more memory, and regular software updates. The guide ranks Roku Ultra as the best overall, Apple TV 4K as the premium choice, Fire TV Stick 4K Max as the top...
‘THE SPIRITUAL ADVISOR’ | Rolling Stone Shorts
Rolling Stone Shorts presents "The Spiritual Advisor," a documentary chronicling Reverend Jeff Hood’s urgent mission to halt the execution of Oklahoma inmate Emmanuel Littlejohn. Over five intense days, Hood works alongside Littlejohn’s family, filing petitions and offering spiritual counsel while...
JBL Music Academy Artists Talk New Music, Breakthroughs, SXSW Experience | The Rolling Stone Studio
The Rolling Stone Studio filmed a live segment at South by Southwest featuring three emerging musicians from the JBL Music Academy—Sokya, Chase, and Gary—who shared how the program propelled their careers. The conversation highlighted the Academy’s rigorous application process, a...
Brandon Lake Is Bringing His Faith to Country Music | Rolling Stone Nashville Now
Rolling Stone’s Nashville Now featured Christian superstar Brandon Lake, who is actively crossing over into country music during his King of Hearts tour. The interview, recorded in the show’s Nashville cabin during Easter week, highlighted his recent collaborations with country...
What Will Be the Leading Trend in Music This Year?
The video speculates on the dominant musical currents that will shape the coming year, ranging from live‑performance resurgence to the influence of AI‑generated distortion. The speaker argues that listeners are gravitating toward immersive experiences that extend beyond a single track,...
How Does It Feel to Be Part of Rolling Stone's Future 25?
An emerging musician announced their inclusion in Rolling Stone’s 2026 Future 25 roster, describing the honor as a “pinch‑me moment” and a validation of years spent crafting music from a bedroom studio. The artist highlighted the personal significance of being recognized...
