Hackney Diamonds marks the band's first studio album of original material since 2005's A Bigger Bang. Late drummer Charlie Watts features on two tracks, 'Mess It Up' and 'Live By The Sword'. 'Live By The Sword' additionally features bass from former Stones bassist Bill Wyman. 'Sweet Sounds Of Heaven' featuring vocals from Lady Gaga and keys & piano from Stevie Wonder, 'Bite My Head Off' with bass from Paul McCartney, and 'Get Close' and 'Live By The Sword' with piano from Elton John.