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The Dark Side of Eric Clapton Oct 20, 2021

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Clapton has become a vocal skeptic of COVID-19 vaccines – and once went on a "full-tilt racist" rant. David Browne, author of Rolling Stone's blockbuster new report on Clapton, joins host Brian Hiatt to discuss the untold story of a rock icon. Plus: the English Beat's Dave Wakeling shares memories of Clapton's infamous 1976 stage tantrum.

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The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time (Pt. 2) Oct 13, 2021

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We continue our journey through Rolling Stone’s brand-new list of the greatest songs ever, with Rob Sheffield and Brittany Spanos joining host Brian Hiatt to talk about tracks from the Ronettes, Dr. Dre, the Notorious B.I.G., Prince, Chuck Berry and more

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Brandi Carlile: The Rolling Stone Interview Oct 06, 2021

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The singer/songwriter breaks down her new album, ‘In These Silent Days,’ and talks about hanging out with Joni Mitchell, singing with Soundgarden, avoiding hit singles, and much more with host Brian Hiatt

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The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time (Pt. 1) Sep 29, 2021

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We dig into the making of (and reactions to) Rolling Stone’s much-discussed new list, and discuss the top 20, with Brittany Spanos, Rob Sheffield and Jon Dolan joining host Brian Hiatt

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Rick Ross Teaches You How to "Boss Up" Sep 22, 2021

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Hip-hop legend Rick Ross, author of the new book 'The Perfect Day to Boss Up," gives life lessons and looks back on his hit-making career so far in an interview with Jeff Ihaza

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Kanye vs. Drake: ‘Donda’ and ‘Certified Lover Boy’ Sep 15, 2021

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We discuss Drake’s ‘Certified Lover Boy’ and Kanye West’s ‘Donda,’ as well as the controversies behind them, with Jeff Ihaza joining host Brian Hiatt

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Best of RSMN: The Holland Brothers on Writing Motown Classics Sep 08, 2021

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Brian and Eddie Holland, who co-wrote Motown hits from "Heat Wave" to "Stop! In the Name of Love" – and also a new memoir – share tales from a pop golden age with host Brian Hiatt

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A Tribute to Charlie Watts Sep 01, 2021

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We look back on the life and music of Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts, with Rob Sheffield and Hank Shteamer joining host Brian Hiatt; plus, Max Weinberg and the Black Keys' Patrick Carney weigh in

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'Who's Next' (and 'Led Zeppelin IV') at 50 - Looking Back at Peak Classic Rock Aug 25, 2021

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We look back at two albums that defined classic rock, with Steven Hyden joining host Brian Hiatt

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The Greatest Music Videos Ever Made Aug 18, 2021

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We break down Rolling Stone's recent list of the 100 greatest music videos, with Mankaprr Conteh, David Fear, and Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt

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