Lowestoft rockers have covered Radiohead on their third studio effort

The Darkness have set a August 21st released date for their comeback album, Hot Cakes.

The Darkness have finally announced the details of their long-awaited new album! The Lowestoft rock gods - who tour with Lady Gaga this Autumn - will release 'Hot Cakes' on August 20, and we're just a little bit excited about it.

Oh look! The Metal Hammer vodcast has arrived! In case you missed the audio version or just fancy seeing our lovely faces, Hill and Merl chat: Marilyn Manson at Brixton, Pantera's 'Piss' video, Jim Marshall, the Dio tribute album, The Darkness going on tour with Lady Gaga, our top five first tracks and more. Have a look...

The Darkness are on schedule to deliver their third album in 2012