Hang Fire: A Rolling Stones Podcast

Chanel Haynes returns to Hang Fire for the third and final installment of our special On Tour With Ronnie interview series!

In this episode, Chanel shares more fascinating stories from her world with The Rolling Stones, including her experiences touring Europe with Ronnie Wood, memories of the Stones' album launch performance, and behind-the-scenes insights into working alongside Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Ronnie Wood.

From life on the road to unforgettable moments on stage and inside the Stones organization, Chanel offers a rare and personal perspective on the musicians, personalities, and experiences that make the Rolling Stones so special.

Join us for one final conversation with Chanel as we wrap up this exclusive three-part series!

Chanel Haynes returns to Hang Fire for Part 2 of our exclusive three-part interview series, On Tour With Ronnie.

In this episode, Chanel takes us behind the scenes of The Rolling Stones, sharing her unique perspective on working alongside Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood, and Bernard Fowler.

From joining the band and preparing for rehearsals to performing the iconic “Gimme Shelter” and experiencing life inside the Stones organization, Chanel offers fascinating stories and insights into the world's greatest rock and roll band.

A special conversation for Rolling Stones fans, straight from someone who's shared the stage with the legends themselves.

Scott Galupo joins the show to count down his 5 favorite moments from the Rolling Stones' Foreign Tongues. From standout performances to unforgettable musical details, Scott shares the moments that impressed him most and explains why they define one of the band's most compelling late-career albums.

After living with Foreign Tongues, it's time to highlight the moments that haven't left my mind.

In this episode of Hang Fire, I'm counting down my five favorite moments from the Rolling Stones' latest album—from unforgettable musical passages and inspired performances to the little details that make this record such a rewarding listen.

⚠️ Full album spoilers ahead.

What moments made your list? Let me know in the comments!

My full review of Foreign Tongues!...but there will probably be more. A lot more.....Meanwhile, start the clock for the "It's a Mick solo album!" comments....

Welcome to Episode 1 of our special On Tour With Ronnie series featuring the incredible Chanel Haynes.Before joining Ronnie Wood on his European tour, Chanel sits down with Hang Fire to discuss the music that shaped her voice — from Tina Turner and Nina Simone to Louis Armstrong, Howlin’ Wolf, The Rolling Stones, and the artists who helped inspire her remarkable journey.A conversation about influences, finding your own voice, and the music that stays with us forever.

With a brand-new Rolling Stones album just around the corner, I thought this would be the perfect time to look back at one of my favorite topics: the band's late-era material.

In this episode, I'm counting down my Top 5 favorite Rolling Stones songs from the latter part of their career.

What are YOUR favorite late-era Stones songs? Let me know in the comments!

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Dirty Work Turns 40!

Forty years after its release, Dirty Work remains one of the most debated albums in The Rolling Stones' catalog. Burdened by stories of band tensions, troubled sessions, and a reputation that has followed it for decades, does the music itself deserve the criticism?

Join Scott and me as we revisit Dirty Work with fresh ears, set aside the mythology, and take a track-by-track look at what works, what doesn't, and whether this controversial Stones album is due for a reevaluation.

Is Dirty Work truly a misfire—or has history been too harsh?

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The Stones just announced a new album that will be out on July 10th. FOREIGN TONGUES will have 14 tracks, with producer Andrew Watt returning to co-produce the album with The Glimmer Twins. Here's the full rundown on the album!

Right in time for its 40th Anniversary, join me as I rank the songs on Dirty Work!

In this episode, I rank every track on Dirty Work (1986), one of the most polarizing albums in The Rolling Stones’ catalog. Recorded during a tense period for the band, the album blends hard-edged rock, glossy ’80s production, and flashes of classic Stones attitude—often in uneven ways.

Is Dirty Work as flawed as its reputation suggests, or does it hide more value beneath the surface?

How do you describe an entire Rolling Stones studio album in just one word?

In this series, we go chronologically through every Rolling Stones studio album — from the debut release to Hackney Diamonds — and respond to each record with a single word or short phrase.

A different way to look at one of the greatest catalogs in rock history.

Today we welcome Scott Galupo from his long-running series Riff Cousins on YouTube and also Robert Reid, host of Robert's Record Corner also on YouTube. Two awesome Stones fans for our first in this new series---enjoy!

Finally! The man...the legend! You've probably watched his videos over the years on YouTube, learned something from his incredible breakdown of Stones guitar works--here he is--Jeremy Bares sits with me for a great chat on his love for the Rolling Stones and his lifelong mission to show us every lick and riff the Stones have ever played so you can play them too!

Join me as we chat with the one and only Sugar Blue about his amazing career working with nearly everyone you can think of...Dylan, Muddy, Willie Dixon and of course The Rolling Stones' on their classic album Some Girls. So many great stories from this legend!

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Allison Bumsted for an insightful conversation that dives into the forces that shaped modern music fandom. Together, we trace how The Rolling Stones built their “dangerous” personas, how fan culture evolved from pin-up magazines to cultural commentary, and why young audiences remain such powerful drivers of music identity.

Whether you're a music historian, a Stones fan, or someone who loves unpacking the myths that shaped youth culture, this conversation offers fresh perspective — and plenty to think about long after listening.

Join author Chris Epting as we explore iconic Rolling Stones landmarks from around the country—concert venues, album cover spots, and music video locations—bringing rock history to life for fans everywhere.

A great chat with Scott Galupo as we take a deep dive into Emotional Rescue—just in time for its 45th anniversary.

We explore the album’s place in the Stones’ late-70s/early-80s evolution, unpack the disco-fueled title track, revisit overlooked gems like “Down in the Hole” and “All About You,” and reflect on how the record fits between Some Girls and Tattoo You.

Hit play and join us for a fun, opinionated ride through the heatwave of Emotional Rescue.

Be sure to check out our YouTube channel for more content celebrating Emotional Rescue's 45th Anniversary!

I'm very happy to chat with author and founding member of the great band Buffalo Tom, Bill Janovitz. A fantastic musician and writer, he's written probably my favorite Stones biography: Rocks Off 50 Tracks That Tell The Story of The Rolling Stones. This is a great book that should be in every Stones fan's library.. Enjoy the chat!

Join me as I welcome back the great Anthony DeCurtis on Hang Fire! Anthony is back to talk about various topics including what he thought of Hackney Diamonds and the greatness of the Stones' early Brian Jones era. Rounding out those discussions are incredible stories and insights on interviewing Mick Jagger among other things. Originally recorded in March of this year, we make a few references to early 2024. Hope you enjoy!

And now…Part 2 of my Inside Look into Voodoo Lounge! How does the rest of the album fair compared to the first half? Even more chances are taken in the second half but does it all come together? Many fans say the album is too long and should have been cut down to normal length yet no 2 fans can agree on what songs to cut! For now, come on in–your table is ready at the Voodoo Lounge.

Scott Galupo joins me a for a fun chat on one of our favorite Stones albums. It's about time we focused on these later albums more and here we are with a great one: Voodoo Lounge! The album turns 30 this year so it's a great time to revisit this one.