The Rolling Stones are returning with their first collection of original songs since 2005. The new album, called ‘Hackney Diamonds,’ comes two years after the death of drummer Charlie Watts.
The British rock-music architects held a media event in Hackney, an area in east London, on Wednesday where they unpacked details of their new album, “Hackney Diamonds,” which arrives Oct. 20 and includes guest appearances by Lady Gaga and Stevie Wonder. The band also premiered the music video for their new single, “Angry.”
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