Though it appears Kim Deal isn't keen on a new Pixies LP, fans of her melodious songcraft and cherubic rasp can rest assured; the Breeders' forthcoming LP, entitled Mountain Battles, will arrive stateside April 8 via 4AD. The record, the follow up to 2002's Title TK, which frontwoman Kim Deal has worked on between reunion tours with the Pixies, was predominantly recorded with Steve Albini at Chicago's Electrical Audio studio with longtime members Mando Lopez (bass), Jose Medeles (drums), and sister Kelley Deal (guitar/vocals).

Discussing the record with VenusZine, Kim Deal said, "the songs are just songs. But for instance, one song Kelley and I did live. She played stand-up bass and I played acoustic guitar while we sang." She added: "Steve Albini taped it live like that. Yet another song has Kelley playing bass and Mando playing rhythm guitar. I'm playing the lead and Kelley and I are singing throughout. One song has Mando playing a lead guitar, which Albini then backward masked. One song has three, count 'em, three basses on it."

For a taste of "three basses" and more, Chicagoans can head to this holiday benefit to catch Kim and sister Kelley Deal onstage before they head out on tour in support of the record in 2008. And though performances have yet-to-be detailed, a press release confirms stop at SXSW and Coachella will be included in the itinerary.

Mountain Battles tracklisting:

1. "Overglazed"
2. "Bang On"
3. "Night of Joy"
4. "We're Gonna Rise"
5. "German Studies"
6. "Spark"
7. "Istanbul"
8. "Walk It Off"
9. "Regalame Esta Noche"
10. "Here No More"
11. "No Way"
12. "It's the Love"
13. "Mountain Battles"

Scott Weiland Arrested, Denies Charges

Scott Weiland, former vocalist for alt-rockers Stone Temple Pilots and current frontman of the Velvet Revolver, was arrested Nov. 21 for DUI when he crashed his car on a state highway in California, Billboard.com reports. Weiland, who has been arrested numerous times for drug related offenses, was taken to Van Nuys Jail when an officer noticed "signs of impairment." The rocker refused to submit to a blood or urine test and was later released on $40,000 bail.

But Weiland's publicist has a different story. "Scott was not driving under the influence of a drug, legal or illegal… He voluntarily took a Breathalyzer test which the defense believes registers well within the legal limit. He is anxious to get to court ... and clear this matter up." Weiland is scheduled to appear in court Dec. 13.

Regina Spektor Postpones More Shows

Remember that ear infection ailing New York City-based songstress Regina Spektor resulting in her collapse before a Nashville show and subsequently a few canceled gigs? Well, it appears the illness has reared its ugly head again, forcing Spektor to curb the remaining dates of her tour.

"Unfortunately, according to her doctor, the infection may take many more weeks to clear, and the vertigo episodes will randomly continue to occur throughout her healing process," a website post explained. The remaining shows -- Atlanta (12/5), Nashville (12/6), Norfolk (12/8), and Richmond (12/10) -- have been postponed and will tentatively unfold in early 2008, though definitive dates have yet-to-be announced.

Cheap Bumbershoot Passes On Sale Now

In anticipation for the 2008 installment of Bumbershoot, Seattle's premier music and arts festival, officials are rewarding registered BumberFans with an exclusive deal: $60 three-day passes to the event, which this past Labor Day Weekend, drew the likes of the Shins, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Wu-Tang Clan, and Panic! At the Disco, among many others.

If you do the math, the exclusive three-day pass available now arrives cheaper than the price of two normal day passes. So how do I become a member of BumberFans and snag my cheap pass, you ask? Well, head over to Bumbershoot.org, register, and then receive your special code to inexpensive rock'n'roll bliss!

CMJ 2008 Dates Unveiled, Concertgoers Still Tired

While scores of fans and industry insiders continue to detox from October's booze-addled CMJ Music Marathon, officials have something aside from rest and relaxation on their minds: next year's installment. Yep, that's right, those steadfast music minded folks behind the event, which attracts thousands of bands to Manhattan for one week of non-stop tunes, have already mapped out the 2008 event, slated to once again hit the venues of lower Manhattan and beyond Oct. 21-25.

Fans can snatch up early bird badges now -- at their cheapest price ever! -- via the Music Marathon website. Band registration is also underway, with special early bird discounts.