1. Don't mess around with Bill! Axl Rose is suing former manager Irving Azoff for, among other things, "causing immense pain" by referring to him by his real name William Bill Bailey. [Hollywood Reporter]

2. Mishka and Chronic Youth present the first NYC appearance by San Diego's "grave-wave" rockers Blessure Grave on Tuesday, June 1, at Santos (96 Lafayette Street). Also on the bill: White Ring, Passions and the Sabbath Assembly. All ages, $10, doors at 9 p.m. AND: Genesis P-Orridge is hosting.

3. Justin Bieber was nominated for a best new artist award by the Black Entertainment Television network because he has "crossed the color boundaries." (via NYT)

4. New York's Opera Gallery (115 Spring St.) previews new works by Anthony Lister, Logan Hicks and Michael Kalish tonight, May 19, 6 to 9 p.m. The exhibit runs until the end of May.

5. Have you seen these people? Police are looking for a white couple between 30 and 40 who stole two Banksy prints from a London art gallery.

6. LIVE webchat with Paul McCartney tomorrow, May 20th, 12 noon (EST). Go here.

7. Yummy! Scion is hosting a food-themed art exhibit called "Palate" curated by Zio Fulcher at 3521 Helms Ave. in Culver City, California. Works on view by Jeph Gurecka, Scott Hove, Clare Crespo and many more. The opening party is Saturday, May 22, 7 to 10 p.m. with free parking and free drinks.