The Hives team up with Pharrell

Swedish rockers The Hives are taking their music in a new direction for their next album - they've teamed up with rap producer Parrell Williams.

Williams, one half of production duo The Neptunes, is known for his work with rappers Jay-Z, Busta Rhymes and Snoop Dogg, but has also worked with pop stars Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake.