Rolling Stones tease mysterious new project 'Foreign Tongues' with global posters, QR codes, and 'Subversive Scents' fragrances.
- April 29, 2026
AceShowbiz - After more than six decades of making music, Rolling Stones continue to innovate and captivate their audience like few others. The iconic British rock band is currently teasing a new venture titled Foreign Tongues, with intriguing hints appearing on their official social media channels.
Recent posts by the Rolling Stones showcase shadowy images of posters plastered across various global cities. Each poster prominently features the band’s signature lips logo alongside the phrase “Familiar Tongues” displayed in multiple languages. These posters also contain a QR code that directs fans to a dedicated microsite.
On this microsite, visitors find a unique offering called “Subversive Scents,” a line of products inspired by the band’s classic works, including fragrances named after famed albums such as Sticky Fingers and Urban Jungle. This creative marketing move follows the band’s previous enigmatic campaigns involving their alter egos, The Cockroaches, which also included QR codes leading to exclusive content and limited vinyl releases like Rough & Twisted.
The Rolling Stones last released an album in 2023, titled Hackney Diamonds. This 24th studio album featured collaborations with legendary artists including Paul McCartney, Elton John, Lady Gaga, and Stevie Wonder, as well as the final recordings with their late drummer Charlie Watts. Hackney Diamonds earned a Grammy Award for Best Rock Album, further cementing the band’s lasting impact on rock music.
Despite ongoing creative efforts, the band recently canceled a planned 2026 U.K. and European tour. Though dates were never officially announced, sources close to the group indicated that guitarist Keith Richards, 82, was unable to commit to the demanding schedule of another extensive tour, leading to the decision to call off the outing.
Meanwhile, work on a follow-up to Hackney Diamonds is reportedly underway. Producer Andrew Watt, who helmed the Grammy-winning album, told Rolling Stone last September that the new project is in progress, describing the experience as “like working for Batman” and hinting at recording sessions with the band. At the same time, Ronnie Wood assured fans that a new album is expected to arrive in 2026.
As the Rolling Stones continue to blend innovative marketing strategies with creative output, anticipation builds around what the Foreign Tongues project entails and how it ties into their future musical releases. With over 60 years of history and a legacy of reinvention, the band remains a dynamic force in the music industry.
Fans and music enthusiasts are encouraged to stay tuned to the band’s official channels for further updates on this unfolding campaign and upcoming album. The combination of mysterious visuals, exclusive merchandise, and the promise of new music highlights the Rolling Stones mastery at engaging their audience across multiple platforms.