Franz Ferdinand's hostage drama

Rockers Franz Ferdinand got caught up in a hostage situation in an American restaurant - but they were so busy eating they didn't realise they were in danger.

Rockers Franz Ferdinand got caught up in a hostage situation in an American restaurant - but they were so busy eating they didn't realise they were in danger.

Singer Alex Kapranos and bassist Bob Hardy had gone for a bite to eat just before a gig in New Orleans, Louisiana - where they were playing a leg of their US tour.

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