
The Black Keys and Pulp Boycott Russia Over Pussy Riot Verdict "We will never be playing a show in Russia as long as they imprison innocent musicians for speaking their minds peacefully," said the Black Keys' Patrick Carney on Twitter. [Hollywood Reporter]
Paul McCartney to Be Awarded France's Legion of Honor Medal He will be awarded the medal alongside other legendary performers, such as chair-talker Clint Eastwood and Arrested Development star Liza Minnelli. [NME]
In Other Old Rock Star News, Bob Dylan's New Album is Streaming You can listen to Tempest on iTunes here. [NME]
Watch the New Video for A$AP Mob and Flatbush Zombies "Bath Salts" It's dark and druggy and excellent. [Pitchfork]
The Killers Will Have Animals at Their Herzog-directed Live Show Of course, Werner Herzog would insist on live animals. The only surprise is that nothing weirder is happening. [Gigwise]