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Controversial Smiths Star Morrissey Cancels Us Tour
Morrissey has pulled out of his upcoming tour dates across America after his mother was rushed to hospital for unknown reasons.The former Smiths frontman has pulled out of all forthcoming US shows, including one at...
By Joe Wilde in Music / Festivals on 26 October 2012
Morrissey Axes Gigs To Be With Sick Mother
Singer Morrissey has axed a string of concerts in the U.S. and jetted back to the U.K. after his mother fell ill and was hospitalised.The former The Smiths frontman was on tour in the States...
By WENN on 22 October 2012
Morrissey Calls Prince Harry An 'Absolute Idiot' Over Vegas Pictures
Morrissey combined his two favourite bugbears - the British royal family and meat-eaters - into one long grumble to the Australian press recently, calling Prince Harry an "idiot" in reaction to recent nude images of...
By Contributor on 28 September 2012
Meat-free Festival Promised If The Smiths Reform For Coachella Festival
Coachella Music Festival are still a while away from announcing their headliners for their 2013 event, but if reports are to believed there is one act they're absolutely desperate to get back together for the...
By Contributor on 27 September 2012
Morrissey Turns Good Samaritan And Helps Ill Lady In Bookstore
Morrissey took time out from rallying against the British royal family and meat eaters and turned into a Good Samaritan at the weekend, with it being reported that the outspoken musician tended to an elderly...
By Contributor on 27 September 2012
Gary Powell Slams Morrissey Over Backstage Snub
The Libertines drummer Gary Powell has launched a broadside against controversial rocker Morrissey, branding the outspoken star a "p**ck" and a "k**b".The cult British band played on the same bill as the former The Smiths...
By WENN on 14 August 2012
Morrissey Settles Libel Lawsuit
Veteran rocker Morrissey has settled his libel lawsuit with editors at British music magazine Nme following their publication of a formal apology on Tuesday (12Jun12).The former The Smiths star sued the publication last year (11),...
By WENN on 13 June 2012
Morrissey To Retire In 2014?
Morrissey is planning to retire in 2014. 'The Last of the Famous International Playboys' singer has said he is planning to leave the music business in two years when he is 55.He told JuiceOnline.com: ''I...
By Bang Showbiz on 06 June 2012
Matt Walker 'Honoured' To Work With Morrissey
Rocker Matt Walker has spoken out to silence rumours surrounding his exit from Morrissey's backing band, insisting he's "grateful" for the six years he spent on the road with the star.The former The Smiths frontman...
By WENN on 05 June 2012
Morrissey Slams Britain's Diamond Jubilee
Singer Morrissey has launched a scathing attack on Britain's Diamond Jubilee celebrations, branding the traditional pomp and circumstance "degrading".The U.K. is currently enjoying a four-day public holiday (02-05Jun12) to mark Queen Elizabeth II's 60 years...
By WENN on 04 June 2012
Morrissey Cuts Concert Short Over 'Macho' Security
Rocker Morrissey stormed off stage at a gig in California on Friday (25May12) and cut the show short after blasting security officials at the venue.The former The Smiths frontman was performing at the Rabobank Theatre...
By WENN on 28 May 2012
Morrissey, John Lennon & Jimi Hendrix On Ultimate Icon Shortlist
Morrissey, Amy Winehouse, Jimi Hendrix, Liam Gallagher and John Lennon have been shortlisted for British rock bible Nme's Ultimate Icon Award.Arctic Monkeys frontman Alex Turner, David Bowie and Kurt Cobain also make the list to...
By WENN on 18 May 2012
Morrissey Snubs Nme Apology
Singer Morrissey is heading to court in his legal battle with Nme magazine after turning down the offer of an apology from its editors.The former The Smiths frontman is suing the British publication, alleging comments...
By WENN on 18 May 2012
Morrissey Urges 'Retirement' For Elephant
Rocker Morrissey is continuing his campaign to improve the treatment of animals worldwide by calling on Philippine President Benigno Aquino to send a zoo elephant to a sanctuary in the U.S.The British singer is on...
By WENN on 10 May 2012
Brian Fallon Aims Broadside At Morrissey And Johnny Marr
The Gaslight Anthem frontman Brian Fallon has declared war on former The Smiths stars Morrissey and Johnny Marr by making a cheeky reference to the singer's sexuality and accusing the guitarist of dressing like a...
By WENN on 09 May 2012
Morrissey Against Unethical Sheep-shearing In Australia
Indie legend Morrissey has joined the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) in opposition of the cruel Australian practise of mulesing.The former Smiths frontman has recently sent a letter on behalf of the...
By Lew Irwin on 04 May 2012
Mike Joyce Eyes Explosive Tell-all Book
Former The Smiths rocker Mike Joyce is preparing to fire a shot at singer Morrissey by penning an explosive tell-all book revealing the full story of the band.Drummer Joyce had a huge falling out with...
By WENN on 03 May 2012
Morrissey Demands Action Over Wool Scandal
Singer Morrissey has stepped up his global animal rights crusade by urging a leading Japanese clothing company to shun farmers who use a controversial sheep-shearing technique.The practice of 'mulesing', in which chunks of flesh are...
By WENN on 03 May 2012
Johnny Marr Thinks About Reuniting The Smiths
Johnny Marr thinks about ''how great it would be'' to reunite The Smiths.The 'Panic' band split in 1987, shortly after guitarist Johnny left the group, and while relations between himself and singer Morrissey have never...
By Bang Showbiz on 12 April 2012
Chris Daughtry Sued By Band Mates: 3 Other Rock Feuds
The American Idol contestant Chris Daughtry is being sued by his former band mates, who claim that they are owed royalties for four songs that they helped to write. Ryan Andrews, Scott Crawford and Mark...
By Lew Irwin on 10 April 2012
Morrissey Addresses Falklands Debate At Argentina Gig
Outspoken British rocker Morrissey waded into the debate over the Falkland Islands during a concert in Argentina on Thursday (01Mar12).The Smiths star performed a gig in Cordoba, Argentina and he used the opportunity to address...
By WENN on 03 March 2012
Johnny Marr Says Smiths Reunion Hinges On David Cameron
Following Johnny Marr 's proclamation at the recent Nme Awards that his old group The Smiths would only reform if the current UK government stepped down from power, that great commentator of cultural society and...
By WENN on 02 March 2012
Street Takes Swipe At Morrissey
Music producer Stephen Street has taken aim at Morrissey after the singer dropped a track from the re-release of the album they co-wrote.The British studio veteran and Morrissey teamed up to write and record songs...
By WENN on 24 February 2012
Noel Gallagher's Beady Eye Jealousy
Noel Gallagher is "jealous" of Beady Eye.The 'If I Had a Gun' singer is envious that his brother Liam managed to convince all of the other final members of Oasis - bassist Andy Bell, guitarist...
By Bang Showbiz on 18 February 2012
Morrissey Joins Anti-cruelty Cosmetics Campaign
Singer Morrissey is stepping up his animal rights work by joining a campaign against vivisection.The former The Smiths frontman was named Person of the Year by the U.K. branch of People for the Ethical Treatment...
By WENN on 11 January 2012
Morrissey 'Honoured Beyond Words' By Peta Award
Singer Morrissey has told of his joy after he was named People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals' (Peta) U.K. Person of the Year.The vegetarian rocker banned meat products from being sold on his tour,...
By WENN on 02 January 2012
Noel Gallagher Wants Smiths To Reform
Noel Gallagher wants The Smiths to reform.The 'If I Had a Gun' hitmaker is a massive fan of the iconic 80s indie band and though frontman Morrissey and guitarist Johnny Marr have always maintained they...
By Bang Showbiz on 28 December 2011
Morrissey Abandons Gig Over Security Trouble
Singer Morrissey stormed off stage and cut short the final gig of his North American tour on Sunday night (18Dec11) after slamming security officials for ejecting fans from the venue.The former The Smiths frontman was...
By WENN on 19 December 2011
Pamela Anderson Launches Peta Stamps
Pamela Anderson joined former 'Price is Right' host Bob Barker to launch a new stamp range by PETA.The former 'Baywatch' actress and the TV legend have allowed their likenesses to be used for the stamps,...
By Bang Showbiz on 30 November 2011
Sir Paul Mccartney, Natalie Portman And Morrissey To Grace Peta Stamps
Sir Paul Mccartney, Natalie Portman and Morrissey are among the famous faces who will adorn a set of U.S. postage stamps in the name of vegetarianism.Executives at People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (Peta)...
By WENN on 28 November 2011
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