Morrissey, you are forgiven.
First things first, the setlist:
Billy Budd
London
You Have Killed Me
All You Need is Me
Stop Me If You Think You've Heard This One Before
In the Future When All's Well
The National Front Disco
Stretch Out And Wait
Why Don’t You Find Out For Yourself
I'm Throwing My Arms Around Paris
Let Me Kiss You
One Day Goodbye Will Be Farewell
Death of a Disco Dancer
Disappointed
I Just Want To See The Boy Happy
The Boy With The Thorn In His Side
Everyday Is Like Sunday
Life Is a Pigsty
How Soon Is Now?
First Of The Gang To Die
Irish Blood, English Heart
Morrissey in Tijuana is something I thought I would never see. He has said in past interviews how he wasn't a fan of the city, yet here he was. The promoters must've ponied up a good amount of cash and were very convincing. El Foro sold-out right before the show. The sound was better than it was at the Embarcadero show. The crowd was 10 tens better and most of them didn't even speak English! The stage invaders were on full force. I think anywhere between 10-15 made it to stage and countless number of others tried. Morrissey even lent a hand out to them. He was really enjoying his fans and the flowers and accepting all gifts. He put a post card of James Dean down the front of his pants so you could see Jimmy's face and it stayed in place for at least 2 songs.
When Morrissey first came out, you could tell that he was a little slow to start. He was gauging the crowd, trying to figure out what the chaos was going to be like. After about 15 minutes, the old Moz came out. He was happy, jumping around, bantering with the crowd, dancing around with his mic cord. He was the Moz I saw back in the day.
He went through 4(?) shirts. He gave out 3 of them and man did they fight for them. I think my favorite part is when he ripped one of his shirts off and you saw the buttons fly! He has lost weight by the way. He's looking a lot better! My favorite shirt he wore was the USA Chivas jersey that he closed the show with. When he threw it out to the audience, they must've fought for it for at least 15 minutes. The winner of the brawl proudly wore it out front. I'm a huge fan of the Chivas (Mexican team). So I was happy. I just got back from Guadalajara and was able to catch a game, so I was on cloud 9.
Morrissey joked around a ton with the crowd. He was quite talkative. He told stories of how he was pulled over by the Tijuana police once he had crossed the border. He told of how he planned on getting a bicycle and selling fruit (melons, watermelons, etc.) on the Revolucion. He asked if anyone recognized the backdrop he was using this tour, which when given the microphone, a fan replied, "I Love You," to which Morrissey mimicked and asked if he was from Puebla! haha It was a very young and handsome Richard Burton by the way.
He played for close to two hours and while it was slow during some parts, he made up for it by playing all those Smiths songs that you hardly ever hear live. He even played three new songs. The first two I liked, but I wasn't impressed. It was the third new song, "One Day Goodbye Will Be Farewell" that I really liked and made me move. The band did a great job and were trying to get up close and personal with the crowd. An upright bass was brought on stage and a few other horn instruments as well. All around, the show blew the Embarcadero show out of the water. It was the first show of this leg of the tour and maybe that's what had him all ready to go. I guess we'll know for sure once he starts playing the rest of the gigs. He'll be in Las Vegas tonight.
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Friday, September 21, 2007
Thursday, July 12, 2007
What does Morrissey think about Madonna?
As reported in www.radarmagazine.com:
An angry Morrissey reportedly slammed Madonna at his concert last night in Norfolk, Virginia: "I wouldn't be surprised if she [Madonna] made that African boy into a coat and wore him ... for 15 minutes, and then threw it away." He also told the crowd, "You haven't even heard what I'm gratified about yet. I'm very gratified to be so close to the international headquarters of the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals."
Hehe. Morrissey cracks me up. I love it.
An angry Morrissey reportedly slammed Madonna at his concert last night in Norfolk, Virginia: "I wouldn't be surprised if she [Madonna] made that African boy into a coat and wore him ... for 15 minutes, and then threw it away." He also told the crowd, "You haven't even heard what I'm gratified about yet. I'm very gratified to be so close to the international headquarters of the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals."
Hehe. Morrissey cracks me up. I love it.
Monday, June 11, 2007
Morrissey Pictures 06/03/07
As promised,
Here are my Morrissey Pictures on Flickr. Some are better than others, but they do their job.
Hope you like! Morrissey Pictures
Here are my Morrissey Pictures on Flickr. Some are better than others, but they do their job.
Hope you like! Morrissey Pictures
Tuesday, June 05, 2007
Morrissey at Embarcadero (Viejas Bayside) 06/03/07 Review
I went. I was very up in the air about going. I had seen him before and had great experiences and now that he's older, I felt that it might ruin what I had seen before and leave an ugly taste in my mouth.
Pictures to come...
Setlist:
The Queen Is Dead
First Of The Gang To Die
You Have Killed Me
In The Future When All's Well
Disappointed
Ganglord
Girlfriend In A Coma
Let Me Kiss You
The National Front Disco
That's How People Grow Up
Panic
Irish Blood, English Heart
The Boy With The Thorn In His Side
Everyday Is Like Sunday
I Just Want To See The Boy Happy
I Will See You In Far Off Places
I've Changed My Plea To Guilty
How Soon Is Now?
I got there about a little after 7pm and I was able to hear Kristine Young play her set while I was in line waiting to get in. It was the longest line I have ever seen to get into that place! She sounded good. She's a two-piece. She's on the keys and the other guy was on some other instrument - sorry, I forgot. hehehe
Before Morrissey took the stage, he was showing clips of black and white movies, my favorite being the East of Eden clips with James Dean. I had/have a slight obsession with him since I was 14. Once that was done, the screen dropped and his backdrop showed 3 side-by-side pictures of James Dean - great stuff!
Morrissey came on looking all swank. I was surprised by how good he looked. He's in his early 50s and still has it going on. He opened with The Queen is Dead and I was hooked. I had seen him twice before - many, many moons ago and I left every show beaming. He got really sweaty fast. He took off his shirt very early into the set and I am proud to report that he's keeping in shape. He went backstage and changed into a different shirt, but it didn't really matter. He had the back sweat and he even had titty sweat. Close your eyes and imagine that! hahahaha
The sound was not the best. I saw Radiohead at this venue and they blew me away. Morrissey needed a lot more power and a lot more sound coming from his speakers and monitors. He alluded to this right from the beginning by asking the crowd how it sounded out there because it sounded "shitty" up here. He was constantly playing with his mic and his in-ear monitor. He wasn't happy with the security. They were being assholes with the crowd. I mean, come on, it's Morrissey, the fans aren't that crazy! He would even start some of the songs off-beat. I'm sure this didn't help his mood, being the diva that he is. He even gave his mic to a few fans so that they can talk!
The setlist that was provided to the sound guys had 2 encore songs and 2 additional songs he omitted. I was bummed about that because I really wanted to hear 2 of those songs. He did a great job vocally. He still has it. Morrissey was moving around, playing to both sides of the stage. He was doing his ever-famous mic cord swaying manevouer (however you spell that). Everytime he does that, I want him to sing "Boy Racer". I LOVE that song. I was surprised by the amount of energy he gave to the audience in the beginning, but then it all went downhill.
I'm sure the sound and technical issues he was having and the crowd being a little unresponsive at times didn't help his mood. He ended up leaving half way through "How Soon is Now" and didn't really sing much of the song. He didn't bother to say bye or come out for an encore. He just left without any word. The lights came on, but we still had hope - no one was breaking things down. But once the production crew came on, we knew it was over and I was sorely disappointed. I wasn't disappointed with the actual show, I was disappointed with his exit. I have not been to a concert that just ended so abruptly. I truly hope that this was just a one show fluke and that his remaining dates are even better.
I was really surprised with the crowd though. Morrissey fans are usually pretty cool, passive folks, but not this time. I saw so many mean fans. There was this guy that was at least 6 feet tall and he was elbowing shorter girls that were either trying to move up front or being pushed up front because the oh so many thousands behind her were making her move towards the front. And this guy just wasn't pushing back, he was winding up and swinging his elbows into people. There were people talking shit to others. You had the shorter people telling the taller people to move to the back. Um, if they waited at the venue since 1pm, I don't care how tall you are or aren't, you deserve to be up front.
We were out of there at around 930pm and headed over to Tivoli's for a drink. I still love Morrissey. I just hope he doesn't get all diva like this again and kicks ass for the rest of his tour.
Will I see Morrissey again? I don't know, probably not.
Pictures to come...
Setlist:
The Queen Is Dead
First Of The Gang To Die
You Have Killed Me
In The Future When All's Well
Disappointed
Ganglord
Girlfriend In A Coma
Let Me Kiss You
The National Front Disco
That's How People Grow Up
Panic
Irish Blood, English Heart
The Boy With The Thorn In His Side
Everyday Is Like Sunday
I Just Want To See The Boy Happy
I Will See You In Far Off Places
I've Changed My Plea To Guilty
How Soon Is Now?
I got there about a little after 7pm and I was able to hear Kristine Young play her set while I was in line waiting to get in. It was the longest line I have ever seen to get into that place! She sounded good. She's a two-piece. She's on the keys and the other guy was on some other instrument - sorry, I forgot. hehehe
Before Morrissey took the stage, he was showing clips of black and white movies, my favorite being the East of Eden clips with James Dean. I had/have a slight obsession with him since I was 14. Once that was done, the screen dropped and his backdrop showed 3 side-by-side pictures of James Dean - great stuff!
Morrissey came on looking all swank. I was surprised by how good he looked. He's in his early 50s and still has it going on. He opened with The Queen is Dead and I was hooked. I had seen him twice before - many, many moons ago and I left every show beaming. He got really sweaty fast. He took off his shirt very early into the set and I am proud to report that he's keeping in shape. He went backstage and changed into a different shirt, but it didn't really matter. He had the back sweat and he even had titty sweat. Close your eyes and imagine that! hahahaha
The sound was not the best. I saw Radiohead at this venue and they blew me away. Morrissey needed a lot more power and a lot more sound coming from his speakers and monitors. He alluded to this right from the beginning by asking the crowd how it sounded out there because it sounded "shitty" up here. He was constantly playing with his mic and his in-ear monitor. He wasn't happy with the security. They were being assholes with the crowd. I mean, come on, it's Morrissey, the fans aren't that crazy! He would even start some of the songs off-beat. I'm sure this didn't help his mood, being the diva that he is. He even gave his mic to a few fans so that they can talk!
The setlist that was provided to the sound guys had 2 encore songs and 2 additional songs he omitted. I was bummed about that because I really wanted to hear 2 of those songs. He did a great job vocally. He still has it. Morrissey was moving around, playing to both sides of the stage. He was doing his ever-famous mic cord swaying manevouer (however you spell that). Everytime he does that, I want him to sing "Boy Racer". I LOVE that song. I was surprised by the amount of energy he gave to the audience in the beginning, but then it all went downhill.
I'm sure the sound and technical issues he was having and the crowd being a little unresponsive at times didn't help his mood. He ended up leaving half way through "How Soon is Now" and didn't really sing much of the song. He didn't bother to say bye or come out for an encore. He just left without any word. The lights came on, but we still had hope - no one was breaking things down. But once the production crew came on, we knew it was over and I was sorely disappointed. I wasn't disappointed with the actual show, I was disappointed with his exit. I have not been to a concert that just ended so abruptly. I truly hope that this was just a one show fluke and that his remaining dates are even better.
I was really surprised with the crowd though. Morrissey fans are usually pretty cool, passive folks, but not this time. I saw so many mean fans. There was this guy that was at least 6 feet tall and he was elbowing shorter girls that were either trying to move up front or being pushed up front because the oh so many thousands behind her were making her move towards the front. And this guy just wasn't pushing back, he was winding up and swinging his elbows into people. There were people talking shit to others. You had the shorter people telling the taller people to move to the back. Um, if they waited at the venue since 1pm, I don't care how tall you are or aren't, you deserve to be up front.
We were out of there at around 930pm and headed over to Tivoli's for a drink. I still love Morrissey. I just hope he doesn't get all diva like this again and kicks ass for the rest of his tour.
Will I see Morrissey again? I don't know, probably not.
Friday, June 01, 2007
Great Northern & Roses on her Grave at Beauty Bar tonight!
Tonights show will not disappoint. Go if you know what's good for you! Rosey and Lyn are two great local San Diego Bloggers that have all the information you need to know about the San Diego Music Scene. Go out and support local, live music!
And don't forget, Fifty on Their Heels tomorrow night at the Tower Bar and Morrissey on Sunday. You know have my agenda for the weekend!
And don't forget, Fifty on Their Heels tomorrow night at the Tower Bar and Morrissey on Sunday. You know have my agenda for the weekend!
Friday, March 30, 2007
Pre-Sale Morrissey Tickets
Go to www.ticketmaster.com
For all Fan-Club dates the password is "greatest hits".
For KROQ's pre-sale it is MOZ.
Sorry it took forever to post. It's been crazy!!
For all Fan-Club dates the password is "greatest hits".
For KROQ's pre-sale it is MOZ.
Sorry it took forever to post. It's been crazy!!
Friday, March 16, 2007
Morrissey, Morrissey, Morrissey
Word on the street, aka internet is that Morrissey will be touring this summer. He has released the dates to the first part of his U.S. Tour.
The dates below are brought to you by True To You- A Morrissey Zine
www.true-to-you.net
april
Fri 27 STOCKTON, CA : Bob Hope Theater [1,896 cap]
Sat 28 SPARKS, NV : John Ascuaga's Celebrity Showroom [700 cap]
Sun 29 SPARKS, NV : John Ascuaga's Celebrity Showroom
may
Tue 1 OAKLAND, CA : Paramount Theater [2,840 cap]
Wed 2 SANTA ROSA, CA : Wells Fargo Center [1,482 cap]
Sat 5 SPOKANE, WA: INB Performing Arts Center [2,700]
Sun 6 SEATTLE, WA : Paramount [2,782]
Tue 8 SALT LAKE CITY, UT : E Center Ford Theater [3,500]
Wed 9 DENVER, CO : Fillmore [3,600]
Fri 11 OMAHA, NE : Orpheum [2,586]
Sat 12 MILWAUKEE, WI : Riverside [2,304]
Mon 14 ANN ARBOR, MI : Michigan Theater [1,591]
Tue 15 CHICAGO, IL : Auditorium [3,635]
Thur 17 CLEVELAND, OH : Playhouse Square Center [2,837]
Fri 18 COLUMBUS, OH : Palace Theater [2,705]
Sun 20 INDIANAPOLIS, IN : Murat Center [2,889]
Tue 22 ST LOUIS, MO : The Pageant [2,000]
Wed 23 KANSAS CITY, MO : Uptown Theater [2,200]
Fri 25 DALLAS, TX : Palladium [2,800]
Sat 26 AUSTIN, TX : Backyard [5,000]
Mon 28 HOUSTON, TX : Verizon [2,815]
Wed 30 EL PASO, TX : County Coliseum [3,500]
Thur 31 TUCSON, AZ : Music Hall [2,289]
june
Sat 2 PHOENIX, AZ : Maricopa County Events Center [6,500]
Sun 3 SAN DIEGO, CA : Bayside Concerts [10,000]
Tue 5 VENTURA, CA : Majestic Ventura Theater [1,200]
Wed 6 RIVERSIDE, CA : Riverside Municipal Auditorium [1,950]
Fri 8 LOS ANGELES, CA : Hollywood Bowl [17,562]
Sat 9 LAS VEGAS, NV : Pearl [2,352]
According to the website, all the tickets go on sale March 31st except for a few, which go on sale April 1st.
I'm a huge fan of Morrissey and The Smiths. I've been to several concerts and I've never been completely disappointed. Some concerts were better than others, but I always left tipsy and happy.
I know there are a lot of people out there that think Morrissey is done and old news. People think he can't contribute to music anymore. But in all reality, he has contributed so much, that it will never end. He has influenced so many bands that one will never escape. Personally, I don't mind. I can listen to Morrissey and to The Smiths over and over again.
I heard the tickets are $50 each, general admission. I don't think that's too bad. I'm even considering trying to go to both the Los Angeles and San Diego shows.
Hope to see someone, anyone at either the Los Angeles or San Diego shows.
The dates below are brought to you by True To You- A Morrissey Zine
www.true-to-you.net
april
Fri 27 STOCKTON, CA : Bob Hope Theater [1,896 cap]
Sat 28 SPARKS, NV : John Ascuaga's Celebrity Showroom [700 cap]
Sun 29 SPARKS, NV : John Ascuaga's Celebrity Showroom
may
Tue 1 OAKLAND, CA : Paramount Theater [2,840 cap]
Wed 2 SANTA ROSA, CA : Wells Fargo Center [1,482 cap]
Sat 5 SPOKANE, WA: INB Performing Arts Center [2,700]
Sun 6 SEATTLE, WA : Paramount [2,782]
Tue 8 SALT LAKE CITY, UT : E Center Ford Theater [3,500]
Wed 9 DENVER, CO : Fillmore [3,600]
Fri 11 OMAHA, NE : Orpheum [2,586]
Sat 12 MILWAUKEE, WI : Riverside [2,304]
Mon 14 ANN ARBOR, MI : Michigan Theater [1,591]
Tue 15 CHICAGO, IL : Auditorium [3,635]
Thur 17 CLEVELAND, OH : Playhouse Square Center [2,837]
Fri 18 COLUMBUS, OH : Palace Theater [2,705]
Sun 20 INDIANAPOLIS, IN : Murat Center [2,889]
Tue 22 ST LOUIS, MO : The Pageant [2,000]
Wed 23 KANSAS CITY, MO : Uptown Theater [2,200]
Fri 25 DALLAS, TX : Palladium [2,800]
Sat 26 AUSTIN, TX : Backyard [5,000]
Mon 28 HOUSTON, TX : Verizon [2,815]
Wed 30 EL PASO, TX : County Coliseum [3,500]
Thur 31 TUCSON, AZ : Music Hall [2,289]
june
Sat 2 PHOENIX, AZ : Maricopa County Events Center [6,500]
Sun 3 SAN DIEGO, CA : Bayside Concerts [10,000]
Tue 5 VENTURA, CA : Majestic Ventura Theater [1,200]
Wed 6 RIVERSIDE, CA : Riverside Municipal Auditorium [1,950]
Fri 8 LOS ANGELES, CA : Hollywood Bowl [17,562]
Sat 9 LAS VEGAS, NV : Pearl [2,352]
According to the website, all the tickets go on sale March 31st except for a few, which go on sale April 1st.
I'm a huge fan of Morrissey and The Smiths. I've been to several concerts and I've never been completely disappointed. Some concerts were better than others, but I always left tipsy and happy.
I know there are a lot of people out there that think Morrissey is done and old news. People think he can't contribute to music anymore. But in all reality, he has contributed so much, that it will never end. He has influenced so many bands that one will never escape. Personally, I don't mind. I can listen to Morrissey and to The Smiths over and over again.
I heard the tickets are $50 each, general admission. I don't think that's too bad. I'm even considering trying to go to both the Los Angeles and San Diego shows.
Hope to see someone, anyone at either the Los Angeles or San Diego shows.
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