Rolling Stones' new album features Paul McCartney, Jagger already composing next

The Rolling Stones are set to release their 25th studio album, "Foreign Tongues", on July 10, and frontman Mick Jagger has already begun writing songs for a follow-up, hinting at a possible trilogy. The new album includes a standout collaboration with Paul McCartney, who recorded bass on the track "Covered In You" in just ten minutes. Source: infobae

Collaboration with McCartney

McCartney's contribution came after producer Andrew Watt and Jagger requested a distorted, punk-style bass line. "Paul did exactly what was needed in about 10 minutes," Jagger said. Source: lavozar McCartney described the session as "really exciting" and appreciated the spontaneity. Source: infobae This marks the second time McCartney has played on a Stones record, following "Bite My Head Off" from Hackney Diamonds (2023).

Future Plans and Other Guests

Jagger confirmed he is already composing for the next Stones album, stating, "I've already started writing songs. It could be a trilogy." Source: lavozar He also noted that not all his ideas are suitable for the band, sometimes writing with other artists in mind. Source: lavozar

Foreign Tongues also features Robert Smith (The Cure) on vocals and guitar, Bruno Mars on cowbell, Chad Smith on drums, and Steve Winwood on keyboards. Source: lavozar The album includes a poignant track, "Hit Me In The Head," recorded with the late drummer Charlie Watts in 2021. Source: lavozar