Pussy Riot not a big hit with Russian pop stars

MOSCOW, Aug 17: From Madonna to ex-Beatle Paul McCartney, pop singers worldwide have demanded the release of three members of the Russian punk band Pussy Riot during their trial over an anti-Kremlin protest on a church altar. But the response from top musicians inside Russia has been muted. When asked about the case, many Russian performers seem puzzled by the support from abroad. (agencies)