The Black Crowes and Whiskey Myers Release Rolling Stones Cover Ahead of Joint Tour

The two bands have teamed up to record a cover of 'Star Star' by The Rolling Stones.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 2:30am

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An abstract close-up photograph of shattered glass reflecting bright, glittering light, conveying the high-energy glamour of a rock music collaboration.The joint cover of 'Star Star' by The Black Crowes and Whiskey Myers captures the celebratory spirit of their upcoming Southern Hospitality Tour.Mountain View Today

The Black Crowes and country rock band Whiskey Myers are headed out on a joint tour this summer, and ahead of the trek, the two bands have released a cover of The Rolling Stones' 1973 track 'Star Star.' The cover was recorded at Iron Cross Studios with producer Jay Joyce, who has worked on the last two Black Crowes albums.

Why it matters

The collaboration between the two bands, who have very different musical styles, is an interesting pairing that could expose each act's fanbase to new music. Covers of classic rock songs are also a popular way for artists to pay homage to their influences and connect with audiences.

The details

The Black Crowes and Whiskey Myers recorded the cover of 'Star Star' at Iron Cross Studios with producer Jay Joyce. The track originally appeared on The Rolling Stones' 1973 album Goats Head Soup. The Southern Hospitality Tour featuring the two bands kicks off on May 17 in Austin, Texas and wraps up on August 20 in Mountain View, California.

  • The Black Crowes and Whiskey Myers released the 'Star Star' cover on April 10, 2026.
  • The Southern Hospitality Tour begins on May 17, 2026 in Austin, Texas.
  • The tour concludes on August 20, 2026 in Mountain View, California.

The players

The Black Crowes

An American rock band formed in 1984 and known for their blues-influenced Southern rock sound.

Whiskey Myers

An American country rock band formed in 2007 and known for their blend of country, Southern rock, and blues.

Jay Joyce

A record producer who has worked on the last two albums by The Black Crowes.

Mick Jagger

The lead singer of The Rolling Stones, who co-wrote the song 'Star Star'.

Keith Richards

The guitarist of The Rolling Stones, who co-wrote the song 'Star Star'.

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What they’re saying

“We had a blast getting together recently at Iron Cross Studios with Jay Joyce to cut this cult @therollingstones classic.”

— The Black Crowes and Whiskey Myers, Bands

What’s next

The Southern Hospitality Tour featuring The Black Crowes and Whiskey Myers will kick off on May 17, 2026 in Austin, Texas and conclude on August 20, 2026 in Mountain View, California.

The takeaway

The collaboration between the blues-influenced Southern rock of The Black Crowes and the country rock sound of Whiskey Myers showcases the enduring appeal of classic rock covers and the ability of diverse musical acts to come together and create something new for their fans.