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Pink Villa
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Morrissey Voices Lack of Industry Support Amid Canceling His Stockholm Concert: ‘No Label Will Release…'
Morrissey has opened up about the lack of industry support, which led to the cancelation of his upcoming concert in Stockholm. The musician released a statement on Morrissey Central stating that despite touring around the world, the travel expenses have taken a toll on him and his group. Morrissey is currently touring across the UK and Europe and announced the cancelation of his Stockholm concert on Monday, June 23. On his website, the singer revealed that due to zero financial support from their imaginary record labels, the group is unable to afford the expense of getting to such places. Morrissey's statement over lack of support from industry Opening up about the reason behind canceling his Stockholm concert, Morrissey went on to state, 'The pain at not reaching Stockholm this week is horrific for the band and crew.' He further wrote, 'We dream of Stockholm, Reykjavik, Trondheim, Helsinki, Aarhus … but there is no financial support from imaginary record labels to get us to such places.' The singer continued to explain that the travel expenses have taken a toll on him and his group. Morrissey revealed, 'We are travel-weary beyond belief. We pray to God that someone, somewhere, can help us reach Sweden, Norway, Finland, Iceland, Denmark … where we have thousands upon thousands of friends, yet absolutely zero music industry support.' Following the cancelation of the show, the fans who had purchased tickets have received a message regarding the collection of refunds. Elsewhere in his statement on the website, the Everyday is Like Sunday crooner talked about the contrasting elements of his career. The legendary musician said that their ticket sales were at an all-time high, yet they lacked backing from radio and labels. He elaborated, 'No label will release our music, no radio will play our music … and yet our ticket sales are sensational.' Meanwhile, the musician's comments about the state of his art in 2025 come amid Morrissey's tensions with a label over his unreleased album, Bonfire of Teenagers. The tracks were recorded between 2020 and 2021, and were set to be released in 2023, yet they remain shelved.
Hindustan Times
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Did Morrissey make an excuse to cancel Sweden concert? Fumed netizens ask ‘Is this guy for real?'
Morrissey called off a concert in Stockholm, Sweden, over the weekend, citing fatigue after touring six countries in seven days. Following the cancellation, he been accused of 'making excuses'. Morrissey has terminated or suspended over 100 gigs since 2010.(AP) In a social media message, the artist attributed the situation on a 'lack of financial support from imaginary record labels.' 'We are travel-weary beyond belief. We can barely see. We pray to God that someone, somewhere can help us reach Sweden, Norway, Finland, Iceland, Denmark … where we have thousands upon thousands of friends, yet absolutely zero music industry support. No label will release our music, no radio will play our music … and yet our ticket sales are sensational. What does this tell us about the state of Art in 2025?' Morrissey added. The vocalist began his career as the Smiths' frontman in the 1980s and later established a prosperous solo career. Morrissey has, however, also faced criticism over the years for his divisive opinions, particularly his remarks against immigration in the UK. Also Read: McDonald's to remain shut down in US amid nationwide boycott? Know who is behind it and how long it will last Morrissey has cancelled over 100 gigs since 2010 Morrissey hasn't put out a new album since I Am Not a Dog on a Chain in 2020, and he has frequently bemoaned his difficulties in finding a label to launch Bonfire of Teenagers, the album's follow-up. Morrissey had a reputation of an erratic live performer even before his troubles with record labels. He has terminated or suspended over 100 gigs since 2010. He is now scheduled to return to the stage on June 27 in Berlin. In September, a North American tour will begin, which will include several make-up dates for performances that were postponed earlier this year. Morrissey's decision to cancel Stockholm show fumes fans While Morrissey is presently touring the UK and Europe, his decision to cancel his gig in Stockholm has angered many. 'SCANDINAVIA! The pain at not reaching Stockholm this week is horrific for the band and crew. I know it's impossible for people to understand, but we dream of Stockholm, Reykjavik, Trondheim, Helsinki, Aarhus … but there is no financial support from imaginary record labels to get us to such places,' he wrote on Instagram with a picture of himself on stage. Also Read: Tyler Wall died due to Mitragynine toxicity? MrBeast's post goes viral, sparking speculations about his cause of death Reacting to his post, one fan wrote: 'MORRISSEY CANCELLED….?!?!?!?! I did NOT see that coming!' 'It's called touring. Love the music, but seriously? 😂' a second user said. 'Why schedule so many dates without proper funding?? Just say you don't have the money rather than making excuses,' another chimed in. 'Is this guy for real?' one more reacted. Meanwhile, ticketholders were informed: 'Due to exhaustion among the band and crew, the Morrissey headline engagement at Hovet has been cancelled. Refunds will be available at the point of purchase.'
Time of India
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Morrissey cancels Stockholm show amid burnout and blistering industry betrayal
Legendary rock figure Morrissey has cancelled his much-anticipated concert in Stockholm, leaving fans heartbroken, and not for the first time. The 66-year-old singer, currently touring the UK and Europe, pulled the plug on the June 23 gig at Hovet Arena due to overwhelming exhaustion within his band and crew. Morrissey In Copenhagen… absolutely brilliant gig .. call me biased .. I've been called worse .. a little bit of Everyday Is Like Sunday and How Soon Is Now #Morrissey Morrissey cancels Stockholm amid exhaustion and industry apathy But it was not just fatigue fuelling the decision. Morrissey took to Morrissey Central to air his grievances, revealing a darker, more painful truth behind the cancellation, a complete absence of industry backing. Despite performing in six countries in just one week, the tour's emotional and physical toll has been intensified by what he calls 'zero music industry support.' Morrissey in Copenhagen 21/6/2025 Dreaming of Scandinavia but denied by eeality The singer lamented that although he and his team longed to reach places like Stockholm, Reykjavik, and Helsinki, financial constraints, made worse by being ignored by 'imaginary record labels,' made it impossible. He painted a dismal picture of genuine artistry struggling under the weight of neglect, despite loyal fans waiting in the wings. Fans holding tickets received a message confirming the cancellation and promising refunds, citing exhaustion among the band and crew. Some footage and pics from a cracking gig by Nine Inch Nails in Dublin last night. The visuals and stage presentation were absolutely top tier: a feast for the eyes and ears! The art vs industry war rages on Morrissey remains defiant about the strength of his fanbase. He pointed out that while ticket sales remain strong, his music gets no airtime, and no label will release his material. According to him, this brutal disconnect reveals everything about 'the state of Art in 2025.' The rock icon is still reeling from the fallout with Capitol Records, who shelved his completed album Bonfire of Teenagers following their split in 2022. The record remains unreleased. Longstanding feud with the music machine This feud is hardly new. Even during his time with The Smiths, Morrissey often clashed with record labels. Back then, he slammed Rough Trade for failing to back the band's growing fame. The group eventually disbanded in 1987 amid internal rifts and industry fatigue. Now, as he sets his sights on Berlin, Morrissey continues to fight an uphill battle — one of art versus a tone-deaf industry.
Extra.ie
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Nick Cave on Morrissey's ‘silly anti-woke screed'
Nick Cave has shared that he turned down a collaboration with Morrissey in 2024 because the former Smiths frontman wanted Cave to sing an 'unnecessarily provocative and slightly silly anti-woke screed'. On his Red Hand Files website, Cave replied to a fan asking if he had ever encountered Morrissey. 'I've never actually met Morrissey, which is probably why I like him. He is undeniably a complex and divisive figure, someone who takes more than a little pleasure in pissing people off,' read Cave's reply. Despite never having met the former Smiths member in person, Cave recalled a 'few pleasant email exchanges' he had with Morrissey in 2024. In his emails, Morrissey asked Cave to perform on a new song he had written. Cave said he would have been happy to collaborate with Morrissey but ultimately declined due to an overly political text. 'While the song he sent was quite lovely, it began with a lengthy and entirely irrelevant Greek bouzouki intro. 'It also seemed that he didn't want me to actually sing on the song but deliver, over the top of the bouzouki, an unnecessarily provocative and slightly silly anti-woke screed he had written,' explained Cave. What exactly Morrissey wanted Cave to say was not specified in Cave's blog post. The Bad Seeds' member said that 'Although I suppose I agreed with the sentiment on some level, it just wasn't my thing. I try to keep politics, cultural or otherwise, out of the music I am involved with. 'I find that it has a diminishing effect and is antithetical to whatever it is I am trying to achieve. So I politely declined,' Cave summed up. Morrissey's last album, I Am Not a Dog on a Chain , was released via BMG in 2020. His record Bonfire of Teenagers was set to be released in 2023 but has so far been shelved due to Morrissey's controversial statements in the last few years. In an interview with The Telegraph in 2024, the Smiths singer claims that no major London record label would release Bonfire of Teenagers as a result of Idiot Culture.
Irish Daily Mirror
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Singer Morrissey forced to cancel shows after 'severe attack'
Singer Morrissey has axed two shows after he was hospitalised due to a "severe sinusitis attack". The veteran singer is currently touring North America, but he was forced to call off a stop at the Civic Theatre in San Diego, California on May 1 and a second concert in Rancho Mirage, California on May 3 after falling ill and being admitted to hospital. A statement posted on his website reads: "Following the show at The Fox in Bakersfield, Morrissey contracted a severe sinusitis attack and was treated at Coronado Hospital in San Diego." The message confirmed the tour will continue at the Tucson Centennial Hall in Arizona on Monday (05.05.25) and the axed gigs have been rescheduled. It added: "Missed shows at Rancho Mirage and San Diego are not cancelled and now have new dates. Morrissey, the band and crew, are very appreciative of those who convey understanding at difficult moments during tours." Morrissey's US tour is to continue throughout May before heading across the Atlantic at the end of the month for a show in Dublin, Ireland on May 31. He will then perform two nights at the O2 Academy in Glasgow on June 4 and 5, before wrapping the run with a gig in his native Manchester at the Co-Op Live on June 7 and heading to Europe for concerts in Spain, France, Belgium, Germany and Austria among others before concluding in Italy in August. Meanwhile, Morrissey previously revealed that he was locked in a battle with Capitol Records over the release of his album Bonfire of Teenagers. He explained the label would return the album to him "for a certain price" as they hadn't released it. The singer told Good Day New York: "This album was recorded in January 2021 and Capitol signed it and didn't release it, but they're now prepared to give it back to me for a certain price. "It's been quite traumatic and quite sad because when you record something, you want it to be available immediately and it was very much of the time. For me, it was a very personal thing and the fact that it hasn't been released has been torture." The album - which was scheduled for release in February 2023 - reportedly featured production from Elton John, Ozzy Osbourne and Andrew Watt; along with collaborations with Miley Cyrus, Red Hot Chili Peppers' Chad Smith and Flea, and Iggy Pop. The controversial musician later revealed Miley would no longer appear on the track I Am Veronica but insisted that her reasons for pulling out were unrelated to him. In April 2024, Morrissey claimed he regained the rights to Bonfire of Teenagers and 2014 LP World Peace Is None of Your Business.
