Morrissey hits back after Miley Cyrus drops out of his album Morrissey criticised those he deemed to be “cancel vultures” who “only attack those of whom they are most jealous” Manchester Evening News · Jan 7, 2023
Morrissey says Miley Cyrus album exit was nothing to do with his politics American withdrew after recording guest vocals on the Mancunian’s yet-to-be-released new record The Guardian - UK · Jan 7, 2023
My favourite fictional character: the crazed, compelling voice of William's Trevor's 40something photographer Ivy Eckdorf Although I have been a long-time fan of the Irish writer William Trevor, it was only in 2016 – amid the flood of tributes following his death – that I first heard of what has become one of my favourite novels, Mrs Eckdorf in O’Neill’s Hotel. The Conversation · Dec 25, 2022
Days after halting show at the Greek, Morrissey says his new album will be delayed The hits keep on coming for Morrissey fans: His upcoming album release has been delayed, according to the rocker, who described the situation as "Bonfire Unlit." Los Angeles Times · Nov 15, 2022
The Mancunian Way: How does this happen? Read the Mancunian Way newsletter for Tuesday, November 15, 2022. Manchester Evening News · Nov 15, 2022
Morrissey fans confused after he leaves stage mid-way through Los Angeles show The 63-year-old had complained that he was 'extremely cold' earlier in the night Manchester Evening News · Nov 14, 2022
Simpson’s Tavern: Campaign to save historic restaurant, which once fed Dickens FANS of a good business lunch are up in arms after Simpson’s Tavern, where Charles Dickens is said to have been a patron, has closed its doors. The venue, which opened in 1757 and calls itself the oldest chophouse in London, shut last month and may not reopen. Evening Standard · Nov 1, 2022
John Smith and Mo Mowlam led the original prawn cocktail offensive Brief letters: Labour and the City | Morrissey’s motorway stop | Vince Cable’s legacy | Silent school dinners | The Year of the Three Kings The Guardian - UK · Oct 27, 2022
Johnny Marr is going to help one Salford musician fulfil their dreams The former Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr has launched an award for anyone from Salford Manchester Evening News · Oct 18, 2022
Morrissey at Brixton Academy review: surprisingly fuss-free and formulaic While controversy often swirls around the former Smiths frontman, this gig largely sidestepped the rambling rants and focused on the music behind the man Evening Standard · Oct 13, 2022
Alvvays’ Molly Rankin: ‘We drive people crazy with the things that we want’ After a five year wait, the Canadian indie-rock band have returned with Blue Rev, one of the best records of the year. Their lead singer and guitarist reflects on perfectionism, Morrissey fandom and creating a sound that’s ‘strange and familiar’ The Guardian - UK · Oct 11, 2022
How to get last minute tickets for Morrissey, Richard Ashcroft and Aitch in Manchester this October There are still a number of tickets left for gigs and shows this month on Ticketmaster Manchester Evening News · Oct 3, 2022
Morrissey calls on Taoiseach Micheal Martin to ban 'archaic hare coursing' in Ireland Hare coursing is a type of blood sport where dogs are trained to chase, catch, and kill hares Dublin Live · Sep 22, 2022
British pop music has a fraught relationship with Queen Elizabeth Since the 1970s, the UK's punk, alternative and hip-hop artists have used music to share their feelings about the late monarch and what she represents. WEKU · Sep 11, 2022
The Guardian - UK · Sep 5, 2022 ‘My life would be very different without the Fall’: Stewart Lee’s honest playlist The comedian is still inspired by Mark E Smith but has finally fallen out of love with Morrissey. But whose sandwiches did he once steal?
The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2022 Bret McKenzie: ‘It was different writing songs that weren’t d*** jokes’ After finding fame with comedy duo Flight of the Conchords, the New Zealander is leaving the laughs behind on his debut solo album ‘Songs Without Jokes’. He talks to Kevin E G Perry about winning an Oscar with The Muppets, pissing off Morrissey with The Simpsons, and Taika Waititi’s detachable…
Manchester Evening News · Jun 20, 2022 Morrissey announces new tour including Manchester Apollo homecoming show The Manchester music icon has announced a new UK and Ireland tour - how to get tickets
Glasgow Live · Jun 10, 2022 Morrisey announces Glasgow stop-off for brand new UK tour The former The Smiths frontman will be embarking on a solo tour in September and October, and will welcome everyone in, "with no rules, regulations or restrictions in place".
Evening Standard · Jun 9, 2022 Morrissey’s back (again) - the former Smiths frontman announces UK tour and upcoming album The tour will include two nights in London
The Guardian - UK · Jun 1, 2022 ‘The Queen’s gone round the bend!’ – HM in pop, from Slowthai to the Smiths to Blur She’s been called a fascist, a parasite and a pretty nice girl who doesn’t have a lot to say. So are all pop songs about the monarch treasonous? And are they really directed at her?
Belfast Live · May 15, 2022 Larne goalkeeper Conor Devlin channels The Smiths as he confirms his Inver Park exit 30-year-old is being linked with a move to English League One club Fleetwood Town
Manchester Evening News · Apr 17, 2022 Cocaine is fuelling football violence - here's what's being done about it Cheshire's top cop is the national policing lead, and, in an in-depth interview with the M.E.N's Neal Keeling, describes how he wants banning orders for people caught with Class A drugs at matches
The Guardian - UK · Feb 6, 2022 Johnny Marr: ‘When I play Smiths songs I experience this huge wave of elation’ On the eve of his new double album, the acclaimed songwriter takes questions from musicians, politicians and readers
Evening Standard · Jan 27, 2022 The weird, wild and wonderful life of music tributes - and how they’re keeping London’s venues alive Historically derided, tribute acts are now booming — so what’s it really like to become someone else on stage?
The Guardian - UK · Jan 26, 2022 ‘You don’t know me’: Morrissey accuses Johnny Marr of using him as clickbait ‘Must you persistently, year after year, decade after decade, blame me for everything?’ singer writes in open letter to former Smiths bandmate