Mysterious posters spark speculation of new Rolling Stones album

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1 Apr 2026 • 11:52 PM MYT
The Independent
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Mysterious posters spark speculation of new Rolling Stones album

  • Mysterious posters featuring the phrase 'The Cockroaches' have appeared across London, sparking speculation about a new Rolling Stones album.
  • The posters include a QR code that links to a website owned by Universal Music, the band's record label, similar to how their 2023 Hackney Diamonds album was teased.
  • Scanning the QR code reveals a virtual bedroom scene with gig tickets, plectrums, and an analogue clock stopped at 1.41pm on Saturday 11 April.
  • 'The Cockroaches' is a name the Rolling Stones previously used for a secret gig in 1977, adding to the intrigue surrounding the potential new release.
  • If confirmed, this would be the band's 25th studio album.

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