The Rolling Stones plan to release a follow-up to Hackney Diamonds in July, led by a single titled “Rough and Twisted” out on April 11. Posters teasing a mysterious band called the Cockroaches appeared in Camden Town, London, ahead of the announcement. The album is produced by Andrew Watt, with no tour dates planned.
Posters promoting the Cockroaches, a name from the band's history, surfaced in Camden Town, London, sparking speculation. The London Times’ Will Hodgkinson revealed the news, confirming the Stones' new album arrives in July. A white-label vinyl single, “Rough and Twisted,” launches tomorrow, April 11, at 1:41 p.m., as indicated by a new website countdown for the Cockroaches. The Cockroaches moniker dates to 1977 secret Toronto shows, captured on the live album Love You Live and documented in reviews of Tattoo You. Andrew Watt, who produced Hackney Diamonds and worked with Paul McCartney, leads production. Hodgkinson described “Rough and Twisted” as featuring a killer riff, rambunctious harmonica solo from Mick Jagger, and devil-may-care spirit, adhering to classic Stones style. No tour is scheduled, per The Times. The announcement dispels rumors of a final album, with at least ten more songs ready for another record. Pitchfork has contacted the band's representatives for additional details.
