The Stone Roses

20th Anniversary releases are out today!

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The time has finally come, the 20th Anniversary reissues of The Stone Roses eponymous debut album are released today.

Visit the releases section to read more about the different formats, or if you just want to buy a copy you can get it from HMV or iTunes now.

"Fools Gold" is out today

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Rediscover a classic track... the reissue of Fools Gold is out today. Check out the iTunes EP to hear an exclusive bonus track, previously unreleased and a must have for any fan!

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Free Stone Roses download available at HMV.com...

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Pre-order the limited edition 'Stone Roses 20th Anniversary Edition' from HMV for £89.99 and get the free exclusive download track 'Shoot You Down' (Demo Version). You will be sent a link via email to claim your track within 48 hours.

Originally released in May 1989, 'The Stone Roses' is often cited as THE greatest album of all time. This release is homage to this landmark British rock album on which every track has become an iconic classic - 'I Wanna be Adored', 'She Bangs The Drums', 'Made Of Stone', 'I Am The Resurrection'... Original producer John Leckie has returned to the studio for the first time in 20 years with Ian Brown to produce a re-mastered version of the album for the very first time.

This 20th Anniversary Collectors Edition includes a super deluxe 12" album folder, slipcased and embossed with gold foil, all wrapped in classic John Squire artwork throughout. The boxset includes the re-mastered album, re-mastered Extras (including all AA's and B Sides) plus album of Lost Demos (including one previously unheard track!) and 180 gsm heavyweight vinyl's. There is also a lemon shaped USB containing all audio, promo videos, ringtones, wallpapers, previously unseen John Leckie home video footage of the recording of Fools Gold and 5 previously unheard 'Backwards' tracks! 48-page bound book, crammed full of unseen photos and brand new notes from the band, John Leckie, those involved 20 years ago and high profile fans of the album telling their stories of it, including Noel Gallagher, Mark Ronson, Tim Burgess, Bobby Gillespie and many, many more. 6 x 12" John Squire single art prints of 'I Wanna Be Adored', 'She Bangs The Drums', 'Elephant Stone', 'Fools Gold', 'I am The Resurrection' & 'Made Of Stone'

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"She Bangs the Drums" is out today!

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The reissue of "She Bangs the Drums" is released today. As with the previous singles there is an exclusive track available on the iTunes EP.

Click the link to download your copy on iTunes.

"Made of Stone" is out now

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The reissue of "Made of Stone" is out now. If you download you copy on iTunes you'll also get an exclusive backwards track that was previously unavailable.

Ian Brown's "Money" T-shirt will be reissued in August

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Front man and creative genius, Ian Brown struck an iconic figure during the late 80s and early 90s wearing what came to be one of the most iconic T-shirts of all time.

First seen in the Fools Gold video, the "Money" T-shirt became synonymous with Ian Brown. Fans across the country identified this T-shirt as a symbol of gritty Indie music.

The T-shirt has long been unavailable but this August it will be back by popular demand and yours to buy from Worn By for £38.99.

Collectors Edition 7" Vinyl Singles Box is out now

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The Stone Roses Collectors Edition 7" Vinyl Singles Box was released on Monday 6th July containing the 7" edition of Elephant Stone plus original B side The Hardest Thing In The World.

A further 4 7" singles Made of Stone, She Bangs the Drum, Fools Gold and One Love, will be released one per week in the run up to the album release on 10th August. Keep checking this site for details.

The box also contains brand new limited edition 7" art prints for all 5 singles.

Order your copy now from HMV or download the first digital single from iTunes.

Podcast episode 5 now up - featuring Mark Ronson

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The 5th and final episode of The Stone Roses 20th Anniversary podcast is available to download now via iTunes, or if you prefer an alternate reader, you can access it via feedburner.com.

The final episode features interviews with Mark Ronson, Tom Hingley, Terry Christian, Jon Savage, Mike Joyce and Peter Hooten.

Don't worry if you've missed any of the previous episodes, they are all available to download from iTunes and feedburner.com.

Podcast 4 now up - featuring Noel Gallagher

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Episode 4 is available to download now via iTunes, or if you prefer an alternate reader, you can access it via feedburner.com.

Featuring Noel G, Oasis designer Brian Cannon, Roses photographer Ian Tilton and Dodgy's Matthew Priest.

Podcast 3 Now Available - Featuring Mani

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Episode 3 is available to download now via iTunes, or if you prefer an alternate reader, you can access it via feedburner.com.

Featuring Mani, Liam Fray of The Courteeners, Tim Burgess of The Charlatans, and Reverend And The Maker, Jon McClure.

Podcast Episode 2 now available for download - featuring Ian Brown

Wed, 27 May 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Part 2 of the series of podcasts created for the 20th Anniversary release of The Stone Roses debut album is now available for download.

Featuring music from the album and brand new interviews from Ian Brown, Peter Hook (New Order/Producer), Bobby Gillespie (Primal Scream) and Caroline McKay (Glasvegas)

Episodes to follow include exclusive interviews with Mani, Noel Gallagher, Mark Ronson, Tim Burgess and many more.

Episode 2 is available to download now via iTunes, or if you prefer an alternate reader, you can access it via feedburner.com.

Podcast launched

Thu, 14 May 2009 11:00:00 GMT

The first installment in a a 5-part podcast series has just launched, featuring music from The Stone Roses album, and brand new interviews from those involved with, and influenced by, the record.

Episode 1 is anchored by John Leckie, producer of the album, with additional contributions from The Mock Turtles' Martin Coogan and Inspiral Carpets' Clint Boon.

Episodes to follow include exclusive interviews with Ian Brown, Mani, Peter Hook, Bobby Gillespie, Noel Gallagher, Mark Ronson and many more.

Episode 1 is available to download now via iTunes, or if you prefer an alternate reader, you can access it via feedburner.com.

20th Anniversary releases

Wed, 13 May 2009 11:00:00 GMT

On 10th August, 2009, exactly twenty years to the day from the moment when four Manchester musicians stepped on to the stage of the Blackpool Empress Ballroom for what would become a legendary gig, Sony Music re-release the classic album that is The Stone Roses in 4 brand new formats.

Over two decades, the impact of the band's debut album has increased exponentially, inspiring musicians to form bands, marking a re-engagement of guitar music with the mainstream and creating a youth culture that retains its influence across music, fashion, politics and art to this day.

In addition to all of this, the five classic singles, Elephant Stone, Made Of Stone, She Bangs The Drums, Fool's Gold and One Love will be released as re-mastered 7"s, and on iTunes, weekly throughout July and into August, in the lead up to the album release.