Rolling Stones New Album ‘Foreign Tongues’ Features The Cure’s Robert Smith – Mick Jagger Shares Hilarious Story

The Rolling Stones have announced their new studio album ‘Foreign Tongues’, set for release on 10 July 2026 via Sony Music — and Mick Jagger has shared the brilliant story of how The Cure’s Robert Smith ended up on it.

Speaking at the album launch in Brooklyn, Mick recalled walking into Metropolis Studios in London to record vocals and seeing a mysterious figure in a long gown covered in lipstick.

“I’d never met him before and I said, ‘You’re Robert Smith of The Cure’. And he said ‘yeah, we’ve never met.’ And then I said ‘well, while you’re here then you better do something!’ That’s how collaborations work sometimes – ‘go out and sing the backing vocal!’”

The star-studded album, produced by Andrew Watt (who also helmed Hackney Diamonds), also features contributions from Paul McCartney, Steve Winwood, Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers), and a posthumous appearance from Charlie Watts.

Pre-order ‘Foreign Tongues’ here

Lead Singles & New Music

The lead single is the upbeat rocker “In The Stars”.

The sleazy blues number “Rough and Twisted” — previously released on vinyl only under the pseudonym The Cockroaches — now gets its full digital release.

This is the band’s 25th studio album and continues their remarkable late-career renaissance.

FAQs – Rolling Stones ‘Foreign Tongues’ Album 2026

When is The Rolling Stones’ new album ‘Foreign Tongues’ released? Friday 10 July 2026 via Sony Music.

How did Robert Smith of The Cure end up on the album? Mick Jagger met him by chance in the studio and spontaneously asked him to contribute backing vocals.

Who else guests on the album? Paul McCartney, Steve Winwood, Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers), and a posthumous appearance from Charlie Watts.

What is the lead single? The upbeat rocker “In The Stars”.

Is there a new Rolling Stones tour announced? No new tour dates have been revealed yet, but the band remain very active live.

Where can I pre-order the album? Pre-orders are live now via all major retailers and the band’s official channels.

Rock News final word: Mick Jagger’s lipstick-covered Robert Smith story is pure Rolling Stones magic, and it perfectly sets the tone for what looks like another blockbuster album. With ‘Foreign Tongues’ dropping in July and an all-star guest list, this is going to be one of the biggest rock releases of 2026. Stream the new singles and get ready — the greatest rock ‘n’ roll band in the world is back.