The Rolling Stones made history this week. Their new album“Foreign Tongues”debuted at number one on the Official UK Albums Chart on July 17, 2026, marking their 15th Number One album in the UK. That ties them with The Beatles—a record that’s stood as one of the most prestigious achievements in all of rock music. Only Robbie Williams has more with 16, and Taylor Swift follows close behind with 14. For a band that released their first chart-topping album back in 1964, spanning 62 years of chart dominance is nothing short of remarkable.
What really sets this album apart is the lineup of collaborators Mick Jagger and the crew brought together. Paul McCartney jumped in to play bass on“Covered In You.”Robert Smith from The Cure contributed guitar and synth work. Steve Winwood and Chad Smith from Red Hot Chili Peppers also lent their talents to the project. Even late drummer Charlie Watts has archival contributions featured throughout. This wasn’t just a Stones album in name only—it was a genuine coming together of rock royalty across generations.
The response has been overwhelming, and Jagger’s already hinting at what might come next. He’s mentioned more music in the pipeline and suggested a potential world tour could be in the works. Whether fans will get another chance to see them live remains to be seen, but one thing’s certain: The Rolling Stones have proven once again that they’re not resting on their laurels. What Stones album is your personal favorite?
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