NME — We're giving away a Domino Records compilation CD and free Gorillaz poster with next week's issue more info

The Vinyl Villain — I'll often defend Franz Ferdinand if anyone ever has a go at them. For one thing, their 2004 self-titled debut LP remains an excellent and consistent piece of work which deservedly made them not just media darlings but hugely popular with the record... more info

Pitchfork - Tours — 02-27 Brisbane, Australia - Future Music Festival02-28 Perth, Australia - Future Music Festival03-06 Sydney, Australia - Future Music Festival03-07 Melbourne, Australia - Future Music Festival03-08 Adelaide, Australia - Future Music Festival03-12 Bue... more info

AngryApe — Fans will hear the record "before too long" more info

NME — Alex Kapranos says he's 'trying to do things in a different way' more info

Gigwise — But they're keeping tight-lipped... more info

BBC 6 Music — Alex Kapranos reveals work has started on a Tonight follow-up more info

ContactMusic — The Maccabees are surprised they're being called the next big thing. The Brighton-based indie rock band - who have been named as headline acts for the Shockwaves... more info

NME — Spanish festival already features Franz Ferdinand, The Horrors and Madness more info

Chorus.fm — Authentik Artists CEO Scott Austin wrote out (http://whoisscottaustin.com/open-letter-to-franz-ferdinand/) against *Franz Ferdinand* (http://www.absolutepunk.net/franzferdinand) over their dismay of being unwittingly featured in McDonald's ads (http:... more info