The Wannabe Rock Star Accused of Scamming Streamers

Rolling Stone: The Latest ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ADVERTISEMENT View on web Subscribe January 22, 2026 'Fake as F-ck': The Wannabe Rock Star Accused of Scamming Streamers Mike Smith was an aspiring artist with chart-topping albums. But prosecutors say he used bots to boost his music — and raked in $10 million in bogus royalties BY Jon Blistein 'Sinners' and 'One Battle After Another' Lead 2026 Oscar Nominations Sentimental Value and Marty Supreme are also among top contenders at this year’s awards ceremony 'Sinners' Breaks the Record for Most-Nominated Film in Oscars History Ryan Coogler's vampire thriller earned 16 nods, beating the three previous films tied for 14 Is the Touring Business Broken for Indie Acts? High costs, hard choices, and a growing class divide: The affordability crisis is here for musicians trying to make a living on the road ADVERTISEMENT Harry Styles Fans React to New Single at NYC Listening: 'As Soon As I Heard His Voice, I Was Crying' Hundreds of fans lined up for hours to be the first to hear “Aperture” from the musician’s upcoming album, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally, before the song’s official release on Jan. 22 Former Uvalde Police Officer Found Not Guilty of Child Endangerment or Abandonment Prosecutors accused Adrian Gonzales of failing to act when given information regarding the location of the gunman who opened fire at Robb Elementary School Drake Appeals Dismissal of 'Not Like Us' Defamation Case, Calls Ruling 'Dangerous' Drake argues the lower court created an “unprecedented” rule that rap diss tracks can never be actionable The Eagles' Greatest Hits Is Now Quadruple Diamond - America's Bestselling Album Ever “It is gratifying to have been part of something that endures, even for 50 years,” Don Henley says A$AP Rocky Teams Up With Tokischa for Surprise Track 'Flackito Jodye' The song is now part of the rapper’s new album, Don’t Be Dumb, which dropped last week ADVERTISEMENT This email was sent to stevenmagallanes520.nims@blogger.com by Rolling Stone. Please add email@email.rollingstone.com to your address book to ensure delivery to your inbox. Visit the Preferences Center to update your profile and customize what email alerts and newsletters you receive. Rolling Stone is a part of Penske Media Corporation. © 2026 Rolling Stone, LLC. All Rights Reserved. 475 5th Ave New York, New York, 10017 View in Browser | Privacy Policy | Your Privacy Rights | Ad Choices | Terms of Use | Unsubscribe Update Profile