News Bits: Dave Grohl Directing Soundgarden Video, Metric Big-Ups Blondie + More

Dave Grohl has proved he can direct documentaries. Why not a Soundgarden video? [Blabbermouth]

Metric honored Blondie at Vh1's latest 'Divas' gala with a performance of 'Heart of Glass.' [Stereogum]

How long did it take Adele to record 'Skyfall?' Longer than 10 minutes, thank you very much. [Fuse]

Patti Smith is prepping a sequel to her acclaimed book 'Just Kids.' [Pitchfork]

Scuzzy surf-punks Wavves are going hip-hop for their next album. [Rolling Stone]

Now, for your holiday viewing pleasure, Kiss singing 'White Christmas' in 1987. [Ultimate Classic Rock]

It's not in 3/4 time, but Esben and the Witch's 'Deathwaltz' is good gothy fun. [Death + Taxes]