Rolling Stones return with new song that’s already turning heads

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This spring, The Rolling Stones surprised fans with a single, “Rough and Twisted,” released under the name The Cockroaches, hinting at new music. Now, they’ve followed up with a new song as The Rolling Stones, and everyone’s wondering if it’s any good – is “In the Stars” a hit?

The group is also releasing a new album called Foreign Tongues, which features collaborations with some well-known artists. You can expect to hear contributions from Robert Smith of the Cure, Paul McCartney, and Steve Winwood. It promises to be a really enjoyable album.

The Rolling Stones consistently deliver high-quality work, and fans expect nothing less. Their concerts remain top-notch, and their latest album, Hackney Diamonds, proved they’ve still got it. They’ve established a reputation for excellence over the years, and generally live up to it, with only a brief period in the 80s and 90s falling short of the mark.

Review of the Rolling Stones’ new single, “In the Stars”

When you first hear “In the Stars,” it might give you a bit of pause. It definitely has an ’80s vibe, but in a good way. Instead of sounding overly polished and artificial, it briefly hints at becoming a big, dramatic piano ballad like something by Elton John. But that feeling quickly fades as a grittier, more rock-and-roll sound emerges, reminiscent of Keith Richards and Mick Jagger.

Mick Jagger’s singing is a little unusual on this track. It’s not the raw, bluesy sound you might expect, but much smoother. The song leans more towards pop than rock, but it’s still enjoyable.

Okay, so listening to this new track, I’m definitely getting a vibe from the sixties and eighties, but it’s super polished – not gritty at all, and I think that was a deliberate choice. The Stones aren’t trying to recapture the raw energy of Exile on Main St., and honestly, good! It feels like this could be one of their most pop-focused albums yet. Seriously, just listen to those “Ooo”s in the chorus – that’s a pretty strong hint!

At least during the chorus, Jagger sings instead of just speaking. However, this inconsistency prevents the song from being truly great.

The guitars have a raw, garage-rock sound, but the song as a whole feels like a collection of different ideas rather than a cohesive piece. It’s not bad – it’s the Rolling Stones, after all – but it leans more towards the style of their Steel Wheels album than Tattoo You.

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2026-05-06 19:00