Darkwave/synthpop powerhouse Brittany Bindrim unveils her new single “Hunting In The Dark” today ahead of her sophomore album Counterpoison (out October 24, 2025).
Big beats, chills, and thrills—“Hunting In The Dark” is a darkwave dance-floor banger that transforms heavy moments into pure energy and positivity. With Driven by pulse-pounding rhythms, infectious hooks, and vocals that refuse to be dimmed, it’s about finding light (and maybe a little mischief) in the shadows.
This uplifting single will be released Friday, September 19th along side a trippy visualizer video. Produced with Matt McJunkins (A Perfect Circle, Puscifer), “Hunting In The Dark” paves the way for Brittany Bindrim’s full ‘Counterpoison’ album rollout on October 24.
Following her 2024 debut Velella Velella (Metropolis Records), Counterpoison ventures deeper into themes of transformation, sociopolitical unrest, and the shadows of the human psyche. Across gritty dance bangers and moody ballads, Bindrim melds abrasive synths, punishing beats, and powerhouse vocals into a fearless statement of resistance.
Synthpop/darkwave artist Brittany Bindrim is set to release her sophomore album, Counterpoison, in Fall 2025. The record delivers powerful, gritty, hard-hitting dance bangers alongside moody, ethereal ballads, and marks an even catchier, more melodically infectious evolution from her debut.
Brittany released her long-awaited debut solo album, Velella Velella, on March 8, 2024, via Metropolis Records. Already known for her catchy melodies and powerhouse vocals as the frontwoman of I:Scintilla, she explores an uncharted sonic terrain as a solo artist—delivering genre-bending, edgy tracks with punishing beats and abrasive synthesizers. Her solo project showcases both the depth and versatility of her artistry.
This new chapter of Brittany’s career delves deeper into new territory through her collaboration with producer Matt McJunkins (A Perfect Circle, Puscifer, Eagles of Death Metal, Poppy). Channeling themes of transformation, sociopolitical unrest, and the exploration of humanity’s darker facets, her vulnerable and unapologetic lyrics explore self-discovery, empathy, apathy, disillusionment, and growth.
ABSINTHE GREEN offers an unflinching exploration of joy and sorrow, destruction and creation, intimacy and intensity with the release Of Love and Pain . The devoted followers who sing and scream along with bands like Halestorm, Evanescence, and The Pretty Reckless are already finding things to love about Absinthe Green, who offer a unique take on the genre.
The band made Of Love and Pain with Finnish producer Hiili Hiilesmaa, whose credits include work with HIM, Amorphis, The 69 Eyes, and Apocalyptica.
Absinthe Green is synonymous with singer, songwriter, and producer Eirini Papadopoulou, who first conceived it as a personal project while living in Germany in 2016. After returning to her native Greece in 2019, she joined forces with Harry Mason (drums), Villy Pirris (bassist), and later, Panos Economakis (guitar).
Together, they have carved out a style that defies easy categorization, blurring the lines between hard rock, metal, and alternative. Their music is emotionally charged, unflinching, and deeply personal. One critic rightly described Absinthe Green as “a melodic storm of beauty and heartbreak, both ferocious and tender.”
Artist Statement — Absinthe Green on Of Love and Pain
“At last, Of Love and Pain is here. This album is a vessel for my experiences, woven from love, grief, defiance, and redemption. Yet it is not only born of sorrow; within its depths there is also humor, playfulness, and the strange joy of turning darkness into sound. I wanted to create something
alive, an album I cherish performing on stage, where vulnerability and strength can coexist and where even pain carries its own peculiar beauty.
I am profoundly grateful to the amazing Hiili Hiilesmaa, who understood my vision and helped shape it into something timeless. My thanks extend to my extraordinary bandmates—Harry, Villy, and Panos—each of them a force unto themselves, who believed in me and my mad ideas and made them shine brighter. And to Geegor, our sound engineer and in truth the fifth member of this band, whose dedication and artistry gave this record its beating heart, I am endlessly thankful. And also to our wider team, whose faith, hard work, and spirit carried us through this journey and helped us bring this music fully into being.
What began in 2016 as a solitary project has grown into something far greater: a band, a family, a gathering of kindred spirits. Together we have forged a sound that resists simple definition—both fierce and fragile, shadowed and luminous, where heavy guitars entwine with haunting melodies and voice becomes confession.
Of Love and Pain is more than a debut; it is an invocation. It speaks to those who understand that joy and sorrow are inseparable, that creation rises from ruin, and that even in darkness, a spark of laughter can flicker like a candle in the night. This is our truth, and now it is yours.
With a lot of Love, and a considerable amount of Pain,”
Canadian heavy music pioneers Kittie release their Spit XXV EP today, marking 25 years since their landmark debut transformed them from four Canadian teenagers into international heavyweights. The collection arrives via Sumerian Records, featuring re-imagined and re-recorded versions of four of the original album’s stand out tracks, all produced once again by Garth Richardson, who helmed the original breakthrough sessions in 1999 at EMAC Studios. Stream the full EP HERE.
The EP’s release is highlighted by a confrontational new music video for “Do You Think I’m A Whore? XXV,” showcasing Kittie‘s unflinching approach to re-examining their most provocative material with two and a half decades of artistic growth.
Speaking on today’s release, Kittie vocalist and guitarist, Morgan Lander shares:
“We’re beyond excited to revisit and reimagine songs that that started it all for us with Spit XXV. Re-recording these songs has been an emotional and empowering journey. It’s a chance to honour our roots while bringing a new level of energy and experience to the music. Spit XXV isn’t just a celebration of where we came from, but a thank-you to the fans who have stood by us for the past 25 years.
“”Do You Think I’m A Whore?” has always been the dark horse of our debut album and it is was such a pleasure to give it the updated treatment and celebrate how awesome of a song it really is. Pair that with the unbelievable music video visuals from William Felch at Wombat Fire and it’s clear the track is finally getting its flowers.”
“Do You Think I’m A Whore? XXV” demonstrates how Kittie‘s musical evolution has only intensified the song’s emotional impact. Originally one of the most visceral moments on their gold-certified debut, the re-recorded version channels decades of artistic growth while maintaining the raw vulnerability that made the original so powerful.
The Spit XXVEP represents more than nostalgic reflection—it’s proof of the original album’s enduring relevance. Rolling Stone ranked the title track #82 on their “100 Greatest Heavy Metal Songs of All Time” in 2023, while artists like Serena Cherry of Svalbard continue crediting the album as formative to their musical development.
SPIT XXV arrives during Kittie‘s most successful era in over a decade. Their 2024 comeback album Fire shattered expectations, reaching #13 on UK Rock & Metal Albums charts and earning a 2025 Juno Award nomination for Metal/Hard Music Album of the Year. With 920,000 monthly Spotify listeners spanning multiple generations and triumphant festival performances at Sick New World, Welcome to Rockville, and Sonic Temple, Kittie has proven their relevance extends far beyond nostalgia into contemporary dominance. The band’s ability to command stages and attract new audiences through social media demonstrates that their revolutionary spirit burns as fiercely as ever.
Kittie will bring the Spit XXV celebration to major festival stages this fall, performing at Louder Than Life this weekend and Aftershock Festival next month. Fans attending Louder Than Life this weekend can also catch Morgan and Mercedes Lander DJ at Blood Rave – an official LTL after-party – this evening. More Information can be found HERE.
The Spit XXV EP is proof of Spit‘s lasting relevance and Kittie‘s evolution as artists. Twenty-five years after four teenagers from Ontario redefined who belonged in heavy music’s most aggressive spaces, Kittie continue creating pathways for others while cementing their legacy as genuine pioneers.
Outlaw pop trailblazer DEVORA has released her brand-new single “Cocaine Karaoke”alongside a visualizer, available now on all platforms.
“I wrote ‘Cocaine Karaoke’ in Nashville with Johnny Gates and Austin Luther, and it came out of one of the most unhinged relationships I’ve ever been in,” DEVORA shares. “I was dating this guy who was living a double life; completely full of shit, always coked up, making these wild promises that never meant anything. It almost became a running joke how insane his lies got, like I was just buying into this karaoke version of reality he was selling me. Fed up and spun out on emotional whiplash, I put it all into this song.”
She adds, “His lies started to feel like karaoke: loud, performative, and not real. He’d promise me the world, but it was all just a drug-fueled performance—cocaine karaoke. All noise and no substance. This song is me calling it out for what it was and closing that chapter for good.”
DEVORA is redefining the sound of the American frontier with her self-styled genre, “Outlaw Pop” — a high-octane blend of dark pop, rock, and alt-country rooted in the mystique of the desert. Raised in Arizona, her music channels the raw beauty and danger of the Wild West into cinematic, modern anthems about love, loss, rebellion, and life on the run.
Known for her haunting visuals and fierce stage presence, Devora has toured extensively, supporting The Warning, BUSH, and Austin Meade on sold-out runs across the U.S. This fall, she will return to the road with newly announced tour dates.
Devora is a rising force in modern music, blending bold visuals, genre-bending sound, and a rebellious spirit that’s redefining the pop frontier. Devora is crafting an immersive world where desert mysticism, raw emotion, and rebellion collide. As she continues to push boundaries and build a loyal following, Devora is not just creating songs—she’s shaping a movement.
European (Prague, CZ) modern metal band Stellvris has dropped their latest single, “Silence After Violence,” a searing anthem from their upcoming EP “Shatter and Bloom,” set to release on November 7. Produced by Christoph Wieczorek (Annisokay, Caskets) at Sawdust Recordings, the track delivers a visceral punch, confronting the rising aggression in society and channeling it into a cathartic, high-voltage experience. “We see violence and frustration creeping into younger generations, and it’s terrifying. This song is a wake-up call — a cry for awareness and action,” says vocalist Nicol Hofman.
Founded in 2019, Stellvris has built a reputation for turning pain into power. Their music speaks directly to those battling anxiety, toxic relationships, bullying, and the weight of everyday struggles. With past releases “Upside Down” (2022) and “Persistence” (2023), the band carved out a sound that’s crushingly heavy yet hauntingly melodic, winning fans across Europe and the UK. But Stellvris is more than just a band; they’re an experience. Known for electrifying live shows that include circle pits, walls of death, and stage dives, they’ve shared stages with Megadeth, Jinjer, The Ghost Inside, and more, and have lit up festivals like Summer Breeze, Brutal Assault, and Basinfirefest. “Silence After Violence” is the fourth single from “Shatter and Bloom,” a five-track EP that explores destruction, rebirth, and the emotional chaos of modern life. Each song is rooted in real stories, from the scars of toxic relationships to the emptiness of digital escapism, and crafted to empower listeners who need it most. “Our lyrics come from personal experiences and stories our fans share with us. We want people to feel seen, heard, and stronger after listening,” Hofman explains. Musically, Stellvris blends metalcore, nu-metal, pop, and electronic elements into a sound that’s as catchy as it is brutal, drawing in even non-metal listeners with melodic choruses and bone-crushing breakdowns. During the recording of the EP, the band even captured a viral studio moment when their guitarist used phone vibrations to create a unique sound, leading to the now-infamous “WAKE UP MOTHERF***ER” breakdown. With “Shatter and Bloom,”Stellvris continues to push boundaries, both musically and emotionally. The EP closes with a metal reimagining of Nicki Minaj’s “Starships,” proving that even amidst heavy themes, there’s room for joy, release, and celebration. “It’s never just about the sound. It’s about creating a safe space where pain turns into resilience, and where the silence after violence is shattered by music,” says Hofman.
Brother-sister indie rock band, Durry, have released “Dead Media” now available on all digital platforms. It comes as the band kicked off their run of headline dates in support of their new album ‘This Movie Sucks’ out now. “Dead Media” is a secret track that was found only on the physical version of the album. It’s now available all on digital platforms with a new music video that can be seen here.
“’Dead Media’ is a catchy pop tune about the perils of social media addiction and how we’ve replaced the artistry of pop culture with content and short form videos,” says Austin Durry on the lyrics of the song. “It talks about the duality of being addicted to social media, but also social media is a huge part of what made this band successful.”
Produced by Phil Odom (Code Orange, Turnover, Say Anything), ‘This Movie Sucks’ has a bit of everything for everyone. The sound is wildly diverse, taking Durry’s established sound and stretching it further than ever before. With strong punk rock sensibilities in songs like “Bully” and “Start a Band” alongside the folksy sounds of “The Long Goodbye” and “Slug Bug”, the album is a wild ride from start to finish – tailor made for those reliving the energetic angst of the rock scene in the early aughts. Lyrically, ‘This Movie Sucks’ touches on universal themes such as prolonged grief, the toxic nature of Internet culture and remembering loved ones.
Composed of Austin and Taryn Durry, the band is known for their wry, tongue in cheek lyrics about the futility of adulthood and the world at large. Their song “Who’s Laughing Now” took off on Tiktok, amassing six million streams with listeners resonating with coming of age frustrations. It helped songs from their debut album ‘Suburban Legend’ see mentions with publications like Rolling Stone and Ones To Watch and debut at number four on the Alternative New Artist Chart.
More than just a band, Durry is a full-blown DIY operation—born in a parents’ basement during the pandemic, they’ve built their vision entirely on grit, humor, and bound‑up creativity. From viral TikTok triumphs to planning their own Papa Durry’s pizza pop‑ups and even dreaming up an N64 cartridge game, they’re actively reshaping what independent artistry looks like.
Tickets for the nationwide headline tour are on sale now at www.durrymusic.com/tour and a full list of upcoming show dates can be found below.
Durry – Upcoming Live Dates
Headline Dates
October 7 – Des Moines, IA – xBk
October 9 – Denver, CO – Gothic
October 10 – Salt Lake City, UT – Commonwealth Room
October 11 – Boise, ID – Neurolux
October 13 – Seattle, WA – Neumos
October 14 – Vancouver, BC – Fox Cabaret
October 15 – Portland, OR – Wonder Ballroom
October 17 – San Francisco, CA – Independent
October 18 – Santa Cruz, CA – The Catalyst Atrium
October 20 – Los Angeles, CA – Troubadour
October 21 – San Diego, CA – Quartyard
October 22 – Phoenix, AZ – Crescent Ballroom
October 24 – Austin, TX – Antone’s
October 25 – Houston, TX – Bronze Peacock Room
October 26 – Dallas, TX – Club Dada
October 28 – Kansas City, MO – Warehouse on Broadway
November 4 – Madison, WI – High Noon Saloon
November 6 – Chicago, IL – Metro
November 7 – Grand Rapids, MI – Pyramid Scheme
November 8 – Toronto, ON – Lee’s Palace
November 10 – Boston, MA – Paradise Rock Club
November 11 – New York, NY – Bowery Ballroom
November 13 – Asbury Park, NJ – Wonder Bar
November 14 – Philadelphia, PA – Brooklyn Bowl
November 15 – Washington, DC – The Howard Theatre
November 17 – Atlanta, GA – Variety Playhouse
November 18 – Nashville, TN – Basement East
November 19 – Indianapolis, IN – HiFi
Durry may have started out as an internet sensation championed by unlikely advocates like Limp Bizkit’s Fred Durst, but after spending the past few years touring the country and honing their craft, they want to show the world that they are a seasoned act, remaining involved in every aspect of their career—from the merch to the songs to the videos. “We’ve been able to have more resources with this album and get help when we need it but we’re still trying to maintain the whole DIY nature of the band while also keeping the quality as high as we can,” Austin explains. “Our hands are in every part of this band and meeting our own quality standards are really important to us,” he adds. “We have a super unified vision and feel like everything goes together—and that’s why things can take so long, but that’s so important to us.”
Every so often, a famous face from TV or film decides to trade scripts for songs. While plenty have tried, only a handful have truly managed to carve out legitimate music careers (or at least unforgettable pop moments). Here are some of the most fun and fascinating examples of celebrities who successfully made the leap into music.
Ariana Grande Before topping charts, Ariana was Cat Valentine on Victorious and Sam & Cat. Once her debut album Yours Truly dropped in 2013, she quickly became one of the defining pop voices of her generation. What started on Nickelodeon turned into a powerhouse music career.
Childish Gambino (Donald Glover) Donald Glover went from Community’s Troy Barnes to Grammy-winning rap superstar. Under the name Childish Gambino, he blended sharp lyrics with genre-bending sounds, proving he could juggle comedy, acting, and music with equal brilliance. “Redbone” and “This Is America” sealed his legacy.
Drake Long before ruling hip-hop, Drake was Jimmy Brooks on Degrassi: The Next Generation. Trading high school drama for the recording booth, he became one of the biggest names in rap and pop. From “Best I Ever Had” to global anthems like “Hotline Bling,” he turned crossover into dominance.
Eddie Murphy Already a comedy megastar, Eddie Murphy surprised everyone with his 1985 hit “Party All the Time,” produced by Rick James. The song cracked the Billboard Top 10 and became a quirky but beloved slice of ’80s pop. Murphy may not have built a lasting music career, but he proved comedians can groove, too.
Hailee Steinfeld Known first as an Oscar-nominated actress in True Grit and later in Pitch Perfect, Hailee stunned audiences when she stepped into the pop arena. Songs like “Love Myself” and “Starving” showed she had both vocal chops and charisma to thrive in music.
Jennifer Lopez Starting as a dancer and actress, J.Lo broke through as Selena in the 1997 biopic. Two years later, her debut album On the 6 turned her into a pop phenomenon. With hits like “If You Had My Love” and “Jenny From the Block,” she became a true triple threat.
Joji Fans once knew him as YouTube’s outrageous Filthy Frank, but George Miller reinvented himself as Joji. Trading memes for moody ballads, he carved out a serious place in alternative pop with songs like “Slow Dancing in the Dark” and “Glimpse of Us.”
Kylie Minogue Australia first loved Kylie as Charlene on the soap Neighbours. When she released her debut single “Locomotion” in 1987, she became a pop sensation almost overnight. Decades later, with “Can’t Get You Out of My Head” and beyond, she remains a global icon.
Miley Cyrus Disney’s Hannah Montana made Miley a household name, but she broke out of that role with her own pop identity. From “Party in the U.S.A.” to Bangerz to Flowers, she has constantly reinvented herself, proving she’s more than a teen TV character.
Selena Gomez As Alex Russo on Wizards of Waverly Place, Selena won over young audiences with her charm. Transitioning into pop, she led Selena Gomez & the Scene before going solo. With hits like “Come & Get It” and “Lose You to Love Me,” she became one of today’s most-streamed artists.
Americana singer-songwriter Lora Kelley returns with “If You Let Me”, a soul-baring new single releasing October 3, as part of her upcoming record Where I Am Now. Known for her warm vocals and introspective storytelling, Kelley once again invites listeners into a deeply emotional and honest conversation – this time, about love, forgiveness, and the courage it takes to receive both.
Rooted in the rich textures of folk and Americana, “If You Let Me” echoes the intimate, earthy style of artists like Natalie Merchant, blending acoustic instrumentation with lyrical tenderness and a quiet but powerful strength. The track explores the vulnerability and resilience needed to love and be loved in return, especially in the wake of relational pain, fear, or generational patterns. “This song is a little bit about negotiating with our wounds – our capacity to love and receive love,” Kelley shares. “Shared love is love that is felt by both parties. Where both people can impact each other to the degree that they experience being love – at the same time,” says Kelley. “If that’s not happening – then the question becomes – what’s coming between my feelings of love for you and your ability to feel that. And can we be with whatever that is so that you actually get to experience and feel what it feels like to be loved.”
Penned with raw lyrical intimacy, the song opens with a direct offer: “If you let me, I will forgive you… If you let me, I will love you.” As it unfolds, the message becomes a meditation on relational repair – between partners, within families, and with the parts of ourselves that fear we are too broken to be loved fully. “To be seen and felt. That’s what this song is about.”
Produced by the same trusted team behind her previous release “Man Behind the Curtain” – Jeremy Casella (Producer), Matt Stanfield (piano), Josh Hunt (drums), Jacob Lowery (bass), Nate Duggar (guitar) and Mike Payne (guitar), with Evan Redwine (Engineer) – , “If You Let Me” continues Kelley’s evolution as a writer of emotional depth and clarity. This single is the next offering from Where I Am Now, a record that charts the internal landscape of marriage, personal growth, and the hard-won beauty of honest connection.
Whether navigating the quiet spaces of long-term commitment or the reckoning that comes with inherited emotional wounds, “If You Let Me” offers a balm: the chance to choose softness over fear, repair over retreat, and love that is actively felt – if we’re willing to let it in.
Rooted in the themes of resilience and gentle honesty, Lora’s work is deeply informed by her background in narrative-based trauma care, including her studies with the Allender Center. Her music stands as a testament to the beauty of brokenness, offering not platitudes, but presence — a hand to hold in the dark. Raised amid the liminality of faith and living today on a conserved farm in Virginia with her partner, children, and a lively menagerie of pets, Lora crafts songs that feel lived-in, earthy, and unflinchingly honest. Her upcoming album, releasing November 7, will continue to explore the emotional terrains where suffering and hope coexist — a body of work poised to resonate with those yearning for deeper connection and sacred honesty.
Following the recent digital release of his overwhelmingly critically-hailed 18th studio album ONLY FROZEN SKY ANYWAY, legendary balladeer JONATHAN RICHMAN will be releasing the album on CD on November 7, 2025 via Blue Arrow Records. Accompanied by his longtime drummer and percussionist Tommy Larkins and former Modern Lovers bandmate the inimitable Jerry Harrison (Talking Heads) on keyboards, Richman has proven that he’s lost none of his humor or grit while staying grounded on the album that Pitchfork calls “surprisingly moving.”
Injecting his lyrical wit into indie rock in a fashion that he perfected over the decades, Only Frozen Sky Anyway caught an unexpectant world by surprise. While fans rejoiced with another album from the indie pop elder statesman, the media lavished overwhelming praise. Brooklyn Vegan characterized the album as “classics here as the kind of songs only JoJo would write.” It’s Psychedelic Baby zeroes in on his power as a songwriter, praising, “Only Frozen Sky Anyway might even feel like a conversation with music and its author. His music, defying cliché, truly feels like therapy, solidifying his place as one of the most unique songwriters of our time. To discover his world is a genuine gift.” New York Times uncovers what makes his music so special, saying, “Jonathan Richman still taps into the child’s-eye innocence that has guided his songs ever since he led the proto-punk Modern Lovers in the 1970s.”
In support of Only Frozen Sky Anyway, Richman has announced a Fall tour that kicks off October 3rd iin Boise, ID and circles the continent, hitting Calgary, Winnipeg, Minneapolis, Albany, with dates wrapping up in December on the West Coast. Dates below.
Only Frozen Sky Anyway will be released on CD on November 7, 2025 on Blue Arrow Records.
TOUR DATES:
D A T E V E N U E C I T Y 03 Oct Shrine Social Club (Shrine Ballroom) Boise, ID 04 Oct Zootown Arts Community Center Missoula, MT 07 Oct Royal Canadian Legion No.1 Calgary, AB 08 Oct Myer Horowitz Theatre Edmonton, AB 09 Oct Roxy Theatre Saskatoon, SK 11 Oct West End Cultural Centre Winnipeg, MB 15 Oct West Theatre Duluth, MN 16 Oct First Avenue Minneapolis, MN 17 Oct Englert Theatre Iowa City, IA 18 Oct Delmar Hall St. Louis, MO 19 Oct The Whirling Tiger Louisville, KY 21 Oct Manny’s State College, PA 23 Oct Lark Hall Albany, NY 24 Oct Somerville Theatre Somerville, MA 25 Oct Somerville Theatre Somerville, MA 26 Oct Somerville Theatre Somerville, MA 28 Oct SPACE Gallery Portland, ME 29 Oct SPACE Gallery Portland, ME 01 Nov Alderney Landing Theatre Dartmouth, NS 02 Nov Alderney Landing Theatre Dartmouth, NS 04 Dec Belly Up Tavern Solana Beach, CA 06 Dec The Sardine San Pedro, CA 09 Dec Ojai Valley Woman’s Club Ojai, CA 13 Dec The Sofia Tsakopoulos Center for The Arts Sacramento, CA
Nearly five decades after its original release, The Rolling Stones are set to celebrate their groundbreaking 1976 album Black and Blue with a definitive Super Deluxe Box Set, arriving globally on November 14, 2025 from Interscope/UMe. Originally released in April, 1976 Black and Blue marked a bold new chapter for the band and now returns in a stunning, remixed and expanded package across multiple formats.Available as a 5LP vinyl box set and a 4CD box set, both editions include a Blu-ray disc, a hundred-page hardback book, and a replica tour poster. A limited edition 5LP version onexclusive black and blue marbled vinyl will also be available via select online retailers, alongside streamlined 2-disc and 1-disc formats on both vinyl and CD. Additionally, a limited edition 1LP zoetrope vinyl will also be released. Now available to pre order here.
Black and Blue is the Stones’ 13th studio album, the first following the departure of former guitarist Mick Taylor who was eventually replaced by Ronnie Wood. The recording sessions famously served as auditions with guitar greats Harvey Mandel, Wayne Perkins, Jeff Beck, and Robert A. Johnson all contributing. Ultimately, free from commitments to The Faces, it was Ronnie Wood who joinedMick Jagger, Keith Richards, CharlieWatts & Bill Wyman as a bona fide Rolling Stone appearing on three tracks. Soon after Ronnie officially signed up for the band’s U.S. tour, starting his continuing tenure with the group across five decades with multiple live and studio albums and dozens of Stones groundbreaking world tours. In a brand-new interview included in the new box set, Ronnie reflects on joining the band in 1976 with these words – “Right then, this is where I’m meant to be.”
Musically, Black and Blue showcased The Rolling Stones’ adventurous spirit by infusing reggae, funk, and soul into their signature rock sound. The swaggering “Hot Stuff,” the driving “Hand of Fate,” the poignant ballad hit single “Fool to Cry,” fan favourite “Memory Motel” plus “Melody” featuring the talents of Billy Preston a heavy contributor to the whole album.Black and Blue was the second to be self-produced, credited to ‘The Glimmer Twins’ a pseudonym used by Jagger and Richards for their roles as producers. On release it went to No. 1 on the USA album chart and stayed there for four consecutive weeks gaining immediate platinum status while in the UK Black and Blue went to No. 2 in May 1976.
The Black and Blue 2025 reissue includes a six-track disc of previously unreleased recordings, including the Jagger/Richards composition “I Love Ladies,” plus a high-energy take on Shirley & Company’s “Shame, Shame, Shame” which is available to listen to now here. Also included are four amazing Stones instrumental jams from the 1975 sessions featuring the guest guitarists.
To accompany the reissue, a new music video for “Shame, Shame, Shame” will premiere on September 25th, available to watch here. Directed by acclaimed Dutch filmmaker Camille Boumans, the video is a collage of Stones history and attitude, blending rare archival photography with hand-drawn animation and modern flair. Known for her award-winning work with global brands and her distinctive blend of classic and contemporary aesthetics, Boumans brings a fresh energy to the Stones’ legacy.
In addition and a must for Stones fans is a full live concert recording from the bands celebrated six night residency at London’s Earls Court Exhibition Centre, where they were joined onstage by Ian Stewart, Billy Preston, and Ollie Brown – all of whom had contributed to the studio album.
The accompanying Blu-ray disc offers a previously unreleased TV broadcast of the Stones’ 1976 show at Les Abattoirs in Paris, plus Dolby Atmos surround sound mixes of both the studio album and the live Earls Court concert. All audio content is also available in high-resolution stereo. Rounding out the Super Deluxe Box Set is a 100-page hardback book featuring a brand new essay by recognized Stones expertPaul Sexton, exclusive photographs from the album sessions and tour, and a replica poster from the 1976 Paris concert.
Release Formats Include:
5LP Super Deluxe Box Set
4CD Super Deluxe Box Set
Limited Edition 5LP Marbled Vinyl Super Deluxe Box Set
2LP / 2CD (Album + Outtakes & Jams)
1LP / 1CD (2025 Steven Wilson Mix)
1LP Zoetrope Vinyl
FULL TRACK LISTING + CREDITS BELOW:
TRACKLISTING
1CD – STEVEN WILSON REMIX 2025
Hot Stuff
Hand Of Fate
Cherry Oh Baby
Memory Motel
Hey Negrita
Melody
Fool To Cry
Crazy Mama
1LP – STEVEN WILSON REMIX 2025
Side A
Hot Stuff
Hand Of Fate
Cherry Oh Baby
Memory Motel
Side B
Hey Negrita
Melody
Fool To Cry
Crazy Mama
2CD
Disc 1: Steven Wilson Remix 2025
Hot Stuff
Hand Of Fate
Cherry Oh Baby
Memory Motel
Hey Negrita (Inspiration by Ron Wood)
Melody (Inspiration by Billy Preston)
Fool To Cry
Crazy Mama
Disc 2: Outtakes and Jams
I Love Ladies
Shame, Shame, Shame
Chuck Berry Style Jam (With Harvey Mandel)
Blues Jam (With Jeff Beck)
Rotterdam Jam (With Jeff Beck & Robert A. Johnson)
Freeway Jam (With Jeff Beck)
2LP
Disc 1: Steven Wilson Remix 2025
Side A
Hot Stuff
Hand Of Fate
Cherry Oh Baby
Memory Motel
Side B
Hey Negrita (Inspiration by Ron Wood)
Melody (Inspiration by Billy Preston)
Fool To Cry
Crazy Mama
Disc 2: Outtakes and Jams
Side A
I Love Ladies
Shame, Shame, Shame
Chuck Berry Style Jam (With Harvey Mandel)
Side B
Blues Jam (With Jeff Beck)
Rotterdam Jam (With Jeff Beck & Robert A. Johnson)
Freeway Jam (With Jeff Beck)
SUPER DELUXE 4CD + BLU RAY
Disc 1: Steven Wilson Remix 2025
Hot Stuff
Hand Of Fate
Cherry Oh Baby
Memory Motel
Hey Negrita (Inspiration by Ron Wood)
Melody (Inspiration by Billy Preston)
Fool To Cry
Crazy Mama
Disc 2: Outtakes and Jams
I Love Ladies
Shame, Shame, Shame
Chuck Berry Style Jam (With Harvey Mandel)
Blues Jam (With Jeff Beck)
Rotterdam Jam (With Jeff Beck & Robert A. Johnson)
Freeway Jam (With Jeff Beck)
Disc 3: Live at Earls Court 1976
Honky Tonk Women
If You Can’t Rock Me/Get Off My Cloud
Hand Of Fate
Hey Negrita (Inspiration by Ron Wood)
Ain’t Too Proud To Beg
Fool To Cry
Hot Stuff
Star Star (Starfucker)
You Gotta Move
You Can’t Always Get What You Want
Band Intro
Happy
Tumbling Dice
Nothing From Nothing
Outa-Space
Disc 4: Live at Earls Court 1976
Midnight Rambler
It’s Only Rock ‘n’ Roll (But I Like It)
Brown Sugar
Jumpin’ Jack Flash
Street Fighting Man
Sympathy For The Devil
Blu-Ray Disc
Black and Blue (Steven Wilson Remix 2025)
Les Rolling Stones Aux Abattoirs, Paris-Juin 1976
Band Intro
Honky Tonk Women
Hand of Fate
Fool To Cry
Hot Stuff
Star Star
You Gotta Move
You Can’t Always Get What You Want
Band Introductions
Happy
Outa Space
Jumpin’ Jack Flash
Street Fighting Man
Live at Earls Court Live 1976
Band Intro
Honky Tonk Women
If You Can’t Rock Me/Get Off My Cloud
Hand Of Fate
Hey Negrita
Ain’t Too Proud To Beg
Fool To Cry
Hot Stuff
Star Star (Starfucker)
You Gotta Move
You Can’t Always Get What You Want
Happy
Tumbling Dice
Nothing From Nothing
Outa-Space
Midnight Rambler
It’s Only Rock ‘n’ Roll (But I Like It)
Brown Sugar
Jumpin’ Jack Flash
Street Fighting Man
Sympathy For The Devil
SUPER DELUXE 5LP + BLU RAY
Disc 1: Steven Wilson Remix 2025
Side A
Hot Stuff
Hand Of Fate
Cherry Oh Baby
Memory Motel
Side B
Hey Negrita (Inspiration by Ron Wood)
Melody (Inspiration by Billy Preston)
Fool To Cry
Crazy Mama
Disc 2: Outtakes and Jams
Side A
I Love Ladies
Shame, Shame, Shame
Chuck Berry Style Jam (With Harvey Mandel)
Side B
Blues Jam (With Jeff Beck)
Rotterdam Jam (With Jeff Beck & Robert A. Johnson)
Freeway Jam (With Jeff Beck)
Disc 3: Live at Earls Court 1976
Side A
Honky Tonk Women
If You Can’t Rock Me/Get Off My Cloud
Hand Of Fate
Hey Negrita (Inspiration by Ron Wood)
Side B
Ain’t Too Proud To Beg
Fool To Cry
Hot Stuff
Star Star (Starfucker)
Disc 4: Live at Earls Court 1976
Side A
You Gotta Move
You Can’t Always Get What You Want
Band Intro
Happy
Side B
Tumbling Dice
Nothing from Nothing
Outa-space
Disc 5: Live at Earls Court 1976
Side A
Midnight Rambler
It’s Only Rock ‘n’ Roll (But I Like It)
Brown Sugar
Side B
Jumpin’ Jack Flash
Street Fighting Man
Sympathy For The Devil
Blu-Ray Disc
Black and Blue (Steven Wilson Remix 2025) Hi-res stereo and Atmos Mix
Les Rolling Stones Aux Abattoirs, Paris-Juin 1976
Band Intro
Honky Tonk Women
Hand of Fate
Fool To Cry
Hot Stuff
Star Star
You Gotta Move
You Can’t Always Get What You Want
Band Introductions
Happy
Outa Space
Jumpin’ Jack Flash
Street Fighting Man
Live at Earls Court Live 1976
Band Intro
Honky Tonk Women
If You Can’t Rock Me/Get Off My Cloud
Hand Of Fate
Hey Negrita
Ain’t Too Proud To Beg
Fool To Cry
Hot Stuff
Star Star (Starfucker)
You Gotta Move
You Can’t Always Get What You Want
Happy
Tumbling Dice
Nothing From Nothing
Outa-Space
Midnight Rambler
It’s Only Rock ‘n’ Roll (But I Like It)
Brown Sugar
Jumpin’ Jack Flash
Street Fighting Man
Sympathy For The Devil
CREDITS
Mick Jagger
Lead vocals, backing vocals (1, 3 – 5), percussion (1), piano (4, 7) electric guitar (8)
Keith Richards
Electric guitar (all tracks except 4), backing vocals (except 6,7), piano (4, 8), bass (8), co-lead vocals (4)
Ronnie Wood
Electric guitar (3,5,8), backing vocals (1, 2, 4, 5, 8)
Bill Wyman
Bass guitar (except 8), percussion (1)
Charlie Watts
Drums, percussion (1)
Billy Preston
Piano (1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8), organ (5, 6), percussion (6), backing vocals (1, 4, 5, 6, 8)
Nicky Hopkins
Piano (7), organ (3)
Harvey Mandel
Electric guitar (1, 4)
Wayne Perkins
Electric guitar (2,7), acoustic guitar (4)
Ollie Brown
Percussion (1, 2, 5, 8)
Ian Stewart
Percussion (1)
Arif Mardin
Horn (6)
Produced By The Glimmer Twins (Mick Jagger/Keith Richards)
