Michael Stipe is promoting his upcoming solo album with the release of the track 'Hum Desiderata' and performing 'I Played the Fool,' the theme song for HBO's 'Rooster,' on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' alongside Andrew Watt, Chad Smith, and Josh Klinghoffer. He also joined Brandi Carlile for a cover of Elvis Presley's song at the Gansett Games, while contributing to the show's soundtrack.