# Rolling Stone launches intimate artist residency in New York

> Rolling Stone is hosting a six-night series of conversations and acoustic performances at Cherry Lane Theatre in Manhattan.
- Title: Rolling Stone launches intimate artist residency in New York
- Summary: Rolling Stone is hosting a six-night series of conversations and acoustic performances at Cherry Lane Theatre in Manhattan. Rolling Stone is creating deeper…
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- Source: Rolling Stone — https://rollingstone.com/music/music-news/rolling-stone-residency-live-1235558769
- Author: Maya Georgi
- Published: 2026-09-17T15:05:40+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: rolling stone, cherry lane theatre, new york, residency, live performances, artist interviews, sara bareilles, j balvin, vince staples, music events
## Rolling Stone launches artist residency
Rolling Stone is introducing an exclusive series of interviews and performances at Cherry Lane Theatre in New York's West Village. The residency features six nights of live conversations and acoustic sets with major artists.
## Sara Bareilles kicks off the series
Singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles performed the first show on June 11, 2026, opening the Rolling Stone Residency with an in-depth conversation and acoustic performance.
## J Balvin follows in July
J Balvin took the stage on July 9, 2026, continuing the residency with his own exclusive interview and performance at the Cherry Lane Theatre.
## Vince Staples headlines October show
Rapper Vince Staples will perform on October 10, 2026, bringing his own perspective and music to the Rolling Stone Residency stage.
## Mission connects fans with artists
Rolling Stone CEO Julian Holguin says the residency reflects the magazine's core mission of offering fans deeper experiences with artists through conversation and music.

> Conversation and music have the power to connect people, and this series demonstrates the magic that happens when we collaborate with like-minded artists and partners.
## Editors illuminate artist stories
Each night, a Rolling Stone editor conducts conversations that reveal a never-before-seen side of the artists, exploring the stories behind who they are and what they've achieved.
## Key takeaway

Rolling Stone is creating deeper fan experiences by pairing in-depth interviews with live performances from major artists at an iconic New York venue.