Music is tied to a 24-hour news cycle, so let's face it, it's nearly impossible to keep on top of every single nugget of info that comes across the Web. But Diffuser.fm still want to keep you informed, so we've collected the top 5 items and ranked them in terms of newsworthiness. Scroll down to see our picks.

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    Arcade Fire Perform 'Reflektor' With a Mariachi Band

    The Cannuck indie rockers give their single a Mexican touch

    At Arcade Fire's show at London's Roundhouse earlier this week (Nov. 12), Win Butler threw on a Day of the Dead style mask while he performed the title track to their 'Reflektor' album with a mariachi band. [Pitchfork]

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    Julian Casablancas Goes Solo Route (Again)

    The Strokes singer to enter the void(z)

    Julian Casablancas has confirmed solo appearances in South America as well as a solo album reportedly to be called 'Voidz.' [The Daily Swarm]

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    Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds Announce 2014 US Tour

    The gothfather and co. will sleaze up the States next summer

    Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds will embark on an 18 city tour in summer 2014 (mid June to early August). [Brooklyn Vegan]

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    Johnny Marr Autobiography on the Way

    The former Smiths guitarist to give his side of the story
    In a new interview, Marr revealed that he already has a publishing deal in place for his autobiography. His former Smiths band mate, Morrissey, just released his own autobiography to rave reviews. [Brooklyn Vegan]
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    Formerly Missing Pussy Riot Member Being Treated in Siberian Hospital

    Nadya Tolokonnikova has had quite a year

    Nadya Tolokonnikova, the imprisoned member of Pussy Riot who went missing earlier this month, is being treated in a Siberian hospital. Tolokonnikova had recently gone on a hunger strike. [Consequence of Sound]

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