Frontman opens up about unusual songwriting location
Singer also reveals drummer Will Champion almost sang 'Princess Of China' instead of Rihanna
Singer also says his band are trying to 'break down the perceived boundaries between different types of music'
Band line up three dates in December
Big names hit the north this November for charity
Some love it to bits, others compare it to Cliff Richard
Band have also unveiled the tracklisting for 'Mylo Xyloto'
'Umbrella' singer has recorded vocals for a track titled 'Princess Of China'
Details of two songs emerge on band's official blog