The Smoking Gun has released M.I.A.'s 2011 tour rider. Absinthe, hummus, Italian chocolate, three female extras with stage presence who are willing to stand onstage for the entire show, "groove to the music," and wear full Burkas. You know, the usual.
Cults will release their debut album, produced by Shane Stoneback (Vampire Weekend, M.I.A.), on May 30. Head to the replies for their forthcoming UK tour dates and check out their recent 7" release on their Bandcamp page.
M.I.A.'s new album is called /\/\/\Y/\ - which I believe is pronounced "Tuna Fish Explosion" - and will see release on July 13th. Head here to check out new song "XXXO."