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Scotsman
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Rolling Stones: Reports suggest the band are working on the follow up to Hackney Diamonds
Are the band set to release their 25th studio album later this year? Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... New reports are emerging that The Rolling Stones are set to release a brand new album. Three of the members are suggested to be currently working on a follow up to Hackney Diamonds in West London recently. The news comes as the band are set to re-issue a previous album to celebrate Ronnie Wood's 50th anniversary with the band. Could recent reports about The Rolling Stones' activities in 2025 explain why they dropped their proposed summer tour this year? According to The Sun, band members Sir Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Ronnie Wood have been secretly holed up in a West London recording studio, working on the follow-up to 2023's Hackney Diamonds – which would be the group's 25th studio album. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Though the band were rumoured in 2024 to be launching another tour this year, reports that have emerged might explain the change of plans for The Rolling Stones. |The report states that the group has laid out 13 tracks at Metropolis Studios under the watch of producer Andrew Watt, who also oversaw the production of their 2023 album. Rumours persisted throughout 2024 that the perennial touring group would hit the road once again this year, with dates across Europe and at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium put 'on hold' – though there was still hope the band would tour in 2026. This new album work now appears to be the reason for the tour's cancellation. With the band now reportedly at the point where they are to decide upon a release date, could those 2026 dates now correspond with a new album tour? If that is the case, it would mark their 41st significant tour since their formation back in 1962, which includes their most recent 2023 tour for Hackney Diamonds In the interim, the group is set to release a reissue of their 1976 album, Black and Blue, to mark the 50th anniversary of member Ronnie Wood joining the band. The new release will include two new tracks alongside more 'polished' masters of the original works on the album. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad
Scotsman
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Rolling Stones: Reports suggest the band are working on the follow up to Hackney Diamonds
Are the band set to release their 25th studio album later this year? Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... New reports are emerging that The Rolling Stones are set to release a brand new album. Three of the members are suggested to be currently working on a follow up to Hackney Diamonds in West London recently. The news comes as the band are set to re-issue a previous album to celebrate Ronnie Wood's 50th anniversary with the band. Could recent reports about The Rolling Stones' activities in 2025 explain why they dropped their proposed summer tour this year? According to The Sun, band members Sir Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Ronnie Wood have been secretly holed up in a West London recording studio, working on the follow-up to 2023's Hackney Diamonds – which would be the group's 25th studio album. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Though the band were rumoured in 2024 to be launching another tour this year, reports that have emerged might explain the change of plans for The Rolling Stones. |The report states that the group has laid out 13 tracks at Metropolis Studios under the watch of producer Andrew Watt, who also oversaw the production of their 2023 album. Rumours persisted throughout 2024 that the perennial touring group would hit the road once again this year, with dates across Europe and at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium put 'on hold' – though there was still hope the band would tour in 2026. This new album work now appears to be the reason for the tour's cancellation. With the band now reportedly at the point where they are to decide upon a release date, could those 2026 dates now correspond with a new album tour? If that is the case, it would mark their 41st significant tour since their formation back in 1962, which includes their most recent 2023 tour for Hackney Diamonds In the interim, the group is set to release a reissue of their 1976 album, Black and Blue, to mark the 50th anniversary of member Ronnie Wood joining the band. The new release will include two new tracks alongside more 'polished' masters of the original works on the album. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Do you have an event you'd like to share with us? You can now promote your What's On stories to us online via YourWorld at It's free to use and, once checked, your story will appear on our website and, space allowing, in our newspapers.
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Rolling Stones are working on NEW album after dropping plans for massive summer tour – with stars already in studio
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE Rolling Stones are working on a new album after dropping plans for a massive summer tour, The Sun can reveal. Sir Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood have been in the recording studio since April. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 The Rolling Stones are working on their 25th studio album Credit: Getty 4 The band have been working in a London studio since April Credit: Getty 4 It will follow their last album Hackney Diamonds soaring to No1 Credit: Getty They have laid down 13 songs and are in discussions over a release date for their 25th studio album. The band's last album, Hackney Diamonds, their first original work in 18 years, went straight to No1 following its release in 2023. Sir Mick and Keith, both 81, and Ronnie, 78, have been holed up in West London's Metropolis Studios. A source said: 'Mick, Keith and Ronnie have been secretly recording their new record with their drummer Steve Jordan. "They've got 13 songs they're happy with and they are discussing when they can release it. 'Originally, the plan was for them to bring their huge US tour to the UK and Europe this summer but promoters couldn't get the dates to work. 'Instead the Stones decided to get back into the studio and put down their next album. It's massive for their fans who didn't get a chance to see them live this year.' Rolling Stones launch their first song 'Angry' from latest album new album Hackney Diamonds It is understood the It's Only Rock 'n Roll stars have teamed up again with producer Andrew Watt, who worked on Hackney Diamonds. Keith, who has a house in West Sussex, has been staying at London hotel The Dorchester so he can be closer to the studio. An insider added: 'Keith loves The Dorchester. It's costing him a packet to stay there but it's perfect for him.' In November, to mark Ronnie's 50th anniversary of joining the Stones, the band plans to release a remastered edition of its 1976 Black and Blue album, featuring two new tracks.
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Rolling Stones are working on NEW album after dropping plans for massive summer tour – with stars already in studio
THE Rolling Stones are working on a new album after dropping plans for a massive summer tour, The Sun can reveal. Sir Mick Jagger, Advertisement 4 The Rolling Stones are working on their 25th studio album Credit: Getty 4 The band have been working in a London studio since April Credit: Getty 4 It will follow their last album Hackney Diamonds soaring to No1 Credit: Getty They have laid down 13 songs and are in discussions over a release date for their 25th studio album. The band's last album, Hackney Diamonds, their first original work in 18 years, went straight to No1 following its release in 2023. Sir Mick and Keith, both 81, and Ronnie, 78, have been holed up in West London's Metropolis Studios. A source said: 'Mick, Keith and Ronnie have been secretly recording their new record with their drummer Steve Jordan. Advertisement Rolling Stones "They've got 13 songs they're happy with and they are discussing when they can release it. 'Originally, the plan was for them to bring their huge US tour to the UK and Europe this summer but promoters couldn't get the dates to work. 'Instead the Stones decided to get back into the studio and put down their next album. It's massive for their fans who didn't get a chance to see them live this year.' Rolling Stones launch their first song 'Angry' from latest album new album Hackney Diamonds It is understood the It's Only Rock 'n Roll stars have teamed up again with producer Andrew Watt, who worked on Hackney Diamonds. Advertisement Most read in Music Live Blog Keith, who has a house in West Sussex, has been staying at London hotel The Dorchester so he can be closer to the studio. An insider added: 'Keith loves The Dorchester. It's costing him a packet to stay there but it's perfect for him.' In November, to mark Ronnie's 50th anniversary of joining the Stones, the band plans to release a remastered edition of its 1976 Black and Blue album, featuring two new tracks. 4 Mick Jagger and co were set to go on tour across the UK and Europe Credit: Redferns Advertisement
Yahoo
13-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
NFL players score a shot at Hollywood through hands-on training sessions with filmmaker Deon Taylor
SANTA MONICA, Calif. (AP) — Isaac Ukwu's sights were solely set on just playing in the NFL — until two season-ending knee injuries in college served as a harsh reality of football's fragility. The setbacks reshaped Ukwu's perspective, showing him that football was part of him, but not all of him. Even after signing with the Detroit Lions as an undrafted free agent last year, the defensive end knew he needed more than just the game. So, when the NFL introduced a program for players exploring careers in film and television, he seized the chance to build his off-the-field legacy. 'You can't let your entire identity be football,' said Ukwu, an aspiring actor, who was one of 20-plus former and active NFL players selected to join film training sessions at the NFL Career Tour hosted by Hidden Empire and Skydance Sports. During the three-day sessions, athletes explored the nuances of filmmaking — learning behind-the-camera roles like directing, producing and other essential elements of bringing a project to life — while also sharpening their skills as actors. The sessions recently concluded with the creation of short films at the Hidden Empire studios in Santa Monica, California. The power couple, Deon Taylor, director of 'Black and Blue' and 'The Intruder,' and Roxanne Avent Taylor, steer the company as co-CEOs. 'This experience is really invaluable,' said Ukwu, who hopes to break into acting before eventually exploring directing and producing. Some of the players featured in the sessions included Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray, Cincinnati Bengals lineman Orlando Brown, Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Cam Heyward, Buffalo Bills offensive lineman Dion Dawkins and Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley. It's the third year of program — which has featured panelists including entertainers Tyrese Gibson and Master P and retired NFL player Vernon Davis. 'They let you know there's a way to enter that door,' said Heyward, a seven-time Pro Bowler, who's interested in becoming a director or producer. 'It's not like you have to come from a film background. But if you appreciate films and you're a fan of it, there's a space for you.' Reshaping the future for athletes' storytelling Taylor's vision is to redefine storytelling and build a pipeline for authentic, culture-driven narratives straight from the world's top athletes. He sees the Hidden Empire Sports Collective — launched last month — as a key step in helping athletes prepare for life beyond the game. This new entertainment division focuses on amplifying athletes' voices through content creation and intellectual property development. 'We should be educating athletes on how to actually create content, make IP themselves,' said Taylor, who played basketball in East Germany before he ultimately directed other notable titles such as 'Meet the Blacks" and 'Fatale.' He's become a major player in the independent filmmaking space. 'But then more importantly, it's being a sound information highway for them to understand how they could take something that was great in their life or something that was painful in their lives, tweak it and make it become something that could be content,' he said. Roxanne Avent Taylor described the sports collective as a hub for creating 'stories that shape and define our culture.' The sports collective has partnered with several athletes, landing developmental deals with stars like boxing champion Floyd Mayweather Jr., NBA champion Scottie Pippen and Los Angeles Clippers star James Harden. One upcoming project is a four-part docuseries on Mayweather's life. With the training sessions, Taylor believes athletes can find inspiration through the sports collective and Ephraim Salaam, who successfully transitioned from the NFL to Hollywood. After playing 13 seasons in the league, he has built a career as a screenwriter. Salaam stressed to pro athletes the importance of owning their stories. He noted that they can offer a deeper perspective on their lives that might captivate the masses. 'The No. 1 thing I always tell them is 'You're one of one,'' said Salaam, who is the sports collective's creative executive. 'You've been able to look and see life through a lens very few people have. That information is valuable in a writers room.' Taking notes from Hollywood industry leaders In just a few days, athletes dove into filmmaking with the same intensity they bring to studying playbooks. Players broke into different groups to film scenes for their own movie using iPhones. They went through career and educational panels along with interactive workshops that included a tour of Paramount Studios. Many assumed acting was their standout skill — until they realized every role on a project is just as crucial to the final score. For Ukwu, he learned that a film producer wears many hats, much like an NFL general manager, overseeing everything from reading scripts to securing directors and funding projects. He credits Taylor for guiding him and his peers through their early filmmaking journey. 'It's like if I was in high school and I had access to Dan Campbell just to talk and coach me up on some things that can lead my success in the future,' said Ukwu. The project took shape after an NFL Career Tour stop, an initiative designed to provide insight into the entertainment industry. This tour is part of Skydance Sports, a joint NFL-Skydance venture offering athletes a behind-the-scenes look at sports programming and storytelling. The collaboration aims to equip players with the tools to transition into media, content creation and production to share their own narratives with the world. 'Without the players, there is no game,' said Tracy Perlman, senior vice president of player operation for the NFL. 'We don't want to build athletes. We want to build people." Dion Dawkins said the opportunities are ripe for the taking. 'You have to create your lane without that helmet on,' said Dawkins, a four-time Pro Bowler who's an aspiring actor with a big personality. He gets inspired watching former NFL players who transitioned into the TV and film industry such as Salaam, Terry Crews, Laith Wallschleger and Vernon Davis. 'If you think you're bigger than a football player, you have avenues that can show it,' he said. 'Because we have OGs that have done it, and doing it currently, it gives you that bit of ... I'm not an outsider, I'm an insider. As long as I conduct and control myself in the right manner, I'll have a chance.' Some former NFL players who broke into the film and TV industry Terry Bradshaw, quarterback, Pittsburgh Steelers Jim Brown, running back, Cleveland Browns Terry Crews, defensive end, Los Angeles Rams; Green Bay Packers; San Diego Chargers; Philadelphia Eagles; Washington Vernon Davis, tight end, San Francisco 49ers; Denver Broncos and Washington Tony Gonzalez, tight end, Kansas City Chiefs; Atlanta Falcons Ed Marinaro, running back, Minnesota Vikings; New York Jets; Seattle Seahawks Ephraim Salaam, offensive tackle, Atlanta Falcons; Denver Broncos; Jacksonville Jaguars; Houston Texans; Detroit Lions O.J. Simpson, running back, Buffalo Bills; San Francisco 49ers Bubba Smith, defensive end, Baltimore Colts; Oakland Raiders; Houston Oilers John David Washington, running back, St. Louis Rams (practice squad) Carl Weathers, linebacker, Oakland Raiders Jonathan Landrum Jr., The Associated Press
