News Bits: Depeche Mode Ready New Single, the xx Extend Tour + More

'Heaven' isn't too far away for Depeche Mode fans. [Slicing Up Eyeballs]

The xx aren't done with North America just yet. [Pitchfork]

Stones Roses are a couple of songs into their new record, Suede's frontman reveals. [NME]

It's a good year for fuzz. The Black Angels have a new record coming out. Rejoice! [Brooklyn Vegan]

The Joy Formidable will support their excellent new album with a U.S. tour. [Consequence of Sound]

Iggy Pop plays pirate on the wonderfully titled 'A--hole Rules the Navy!' [Stereogum]

Foals dish on the making of their new full-length, 'Holy Fire.' [Death + Taxes]

Sting and his bass are coming your way, probably with some Police jams on offer. [Ultimate Classic Rock]