Rolling Stone
Since its founding over forty years ago, Rolling Stone has informed, inspired and rocked generations of music fans.
Rolling Stone is the definitive source for music and pop culture trends. Read our Best-Ever lists, music and film reviews, and in-depth articles and interviews covering music, politics, TV, film, books, and more. Each issue will provide you with an in-depth perspective on the people and topics that shape our world.
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Who Reads Rolling Stone?
Rolling Stone is written for a reader who’s interested in entertainment, including music, movies, television, technology, and national affairs. It combines its significant entertainment reviews with cultural and social commentary, featuring articles on politics, celebrities, and more.
What You Can Expect in Each Issue:
- Rock & Roll: The latest music news on those who continue to rock us.
- Smoking Section: In-depth, exclusive looks at the rock star lifestyle.
- Random Notes: A photo collage of who’s who in the music biz, and what they’re up to.
- Breaking: A look at the hottest new artists, or old artists with something new.
- Charts: Billboard’s top ten, iTunes top ten, local favorites, and the top 40 albums at issue release.
- Reviews: Star-rated reviews of new releases, across all media.
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Special Issues Through the Year:
- Spring Music and Festivals Preview: From indie rockers to the year’s best bands, Rolling Stone’s “more than a sneak-peak” look at the season’s most anticipated releases and music festivals.
- The Best of Rock: What band has the best drummer? Who puts on the best show? What’s the best online music service? A useful guide to the best that music has to offer.
- Live Issue: Mapping out the best places to experience live music from coast to coast–must-see tours, festivals and more.
- Fall Fashion/10 Bands to Watch: The latest must-have looks that will rock fall fashion, plus profiles of the most hype-worthy bands.
- Year in Review: The best moments of the year in pop culture, from the most noteworthy albums and artists to the most off-the-wall moments.
Magazine Layout
One of the hallmarks of Rolling Stone is its excellent photography. From the cover image through to the last page, photos are what drives much of the graphical nature of this magazine. Articles are accompanied by photographs or illustrations, and the overall tone of the magazine is visually impactful.
Awards
2007 National Magazine Award For General Excellence, ASME. Editorial excellence honors in reporting and photo essay categories, ASME 2006. Since the inception of ASME, Rolling Stone has earned over 50 nominations and 12 wins.
