That's the first I've heard of a new QOTSA album, I'm really looking forward to that.
I heard the new Beasties is going to be all instrumental with no lyrics... not sure how I feel about that. I'm sure it will be great, but I was really looking forward to a full release from them.
Here's a review of the new album
Mic to Mic: Beastie Boys "The Mix-Up" Track-by-Track Review