The Rolling Stones release new album 'Hackney Diamonds'

It's been a long time coming, but finally after 18 years The Rolling Stones have now released 'Hackney Diamonds', their first album of new music since 2005.

The band have now taken to Instagram to share a promotional video for their new album, along with the tracklist, which features a number of collaborations with well-known musicians and singers, including the likes of Paul McCartney, Elton John and even Lady Gaga, who they did a surprise show with in New York City.

Fans have already been reacting to the new album, with one writing: 'I just listened to it and what an amazing album it is ❤️‍🔥', and another saying: 'The best thing I've heard since....long, long time 👏👏👏🔥🔥🔥🩵🩵🩵'. A third wrote: 'Absolutely loved every song. Especially Whole Wide World and Bite My Head Off! AMAZING ALBUM 🎸🫶'. (sic)

'Hackney Diamonds', is the first time the band, consisting of Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood, have worked with producer and musician Andrew Watt - known for his work with Ozzy Osbourne, Pearl Jam and Iggy Pop.

Ahead of the album's release, the band shared their song 'Angry', which they premiered back in September during a live-streamed interview, with US chat show host Jimmy Fallon at Hackney Empire.

What is the tracklist for 'Hackney Diamonds'?

1. 'Angry'
2. 'Get Close'
3. 'Depending On You'
4. 'Bite My Head Off'
5. 'Whole Wide World'
6. 'Dreamy Skies'
7. 'Mess It Up'
8. 'Live by the Sword'
9. 'Driving Me Too Hard'
10. 'Tell Me Straight'
11. 'Sweet Sounds of Heaven'
12. 'Rolling Stone Blues" (Muddy Waters)'

Who features on the album?

Along with late Stones drummer Charlie Watts featuring on 'Mess It Up' and 'Live By The Sword', former Stones bassist Bill Wyman also features on 'Live By The Sword'

'Sweet Sounds Of Heaven' features vocals from Lady Gaga along with keys and piano from Stevie Wonder. 'Get Close' and 'Live By The Sword' has Elton John on piano and 'Bite My Head Off' has Paul McCartney on bass.

To celebrate the release, listen to a special programme celebrating seven decades of The Rolling Stones, with a soundtrack of their Greatest Hits - hosted by Mark Goodier and featuring brand new interviews with the band. Greatest Hits Superstars: The Rolling Stones.

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