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Yahoo
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Iconic ‘80s singer cancels show last minute as travel-weary band ‘can barely see'
Steven Morrissey canceled his concert in Stockholm, Sweden after stating that he has 'zero music industry support.' The concert would have been held on June 23 according to Morrissey's announcement, which was made on Sunday via his website. 'The pain at not reaching Stockholm this week is horrific for the band and crew,' he wrote. '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.' Morrissey added that in the last seven days they have traveled to six countries and they are 'travel-weary beyond relief. 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,' the artist added. 'No label will release our music, no radio will play our music... yet our ticket sales are sensational. What does this tell us about the state of Art in 2025?' No other Scandinavian shows were booked for the tour and ticket holders for the Stockholm concert were told, 'Due to exhaustion among the band and crew, the Morriseey headline engagement at Hovet has been canceled. Refunds will be available at the point of purchase,' according to NME. Morrissey was the frontman of the British rock sensation the Smiths in the 1980s. Since then, he has undertaken a successful solo career releasing over a dozen albums and winning numerous awards. When the singer announced the cancellation on Instagram, he received some mixed feedback from fans. 'God bless you Moz love you,' one fan wrote. 'Very disappointing,' someone else said. 'My little niece was very much looking forward to her very first Morrissey concert. I've seen you like maybe 15 times so personally I'll survive, but Another individual wrote 'This reasoning makes absolutely zero sense.' Meanwhile another commenter said, 'I hope you're all getting the rest you need and deserve.' Morrissey's next show in Berlin on June 27 is still on. The tour continues through Europe through the summer and moves to the United States and Canada in September and October. United States and Canada dates of the Morrissey tour include: Wednesday, Sept. 10: Montreal Saturday, Sept. 13: Toronto Tuesday, Sept. 16: New York Friday, Sept. 19: Foxwoods Resort in Mashantucket, Conn. Saturday, Sept. 20: Boston Tuesday: Sept. 23: Pittsburgh Thursday, Sept. 25: Philadelphia Saturday, Sept. 27: Chicago Monday, Sept. 29: Milwaukee Thursday, Oct. 2: Denver Saturday, Oct. 4: Salt Lake City Tuesday, Oct. 7: Seattle Thursday, Oct. 9: Eugene, Ore. Saturday, Oct. 11: Berkeley, Calif. Tuesday, Oct. 21: Tucson Friday, Oct. 24: Rancho Mirage, Calif. Saturday, Oct. 25: Los Angeles Morrissey ended his message: 'I love all of you with whatever is left of my doomed heart.' Wayland police investigating how over 100 packages were left in the trash Wander Franco, Rays shortstop, found guilty of sexual abuse of a minor Investigations editor for The Republican honored for her collaboration with NEPM Level 3 sex offender from Dorchester convicted of kidnapping boy at gunpoint Bellingham police sergeant on leave after suspected OUI, crash in R.I. Read the original article on MassLive.
USA Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Morrissey cancels concert, cites 'zero music industry support'
Former Smiths frontman Morrissey is calling out the lack of "music industry support" for his European solo tour. An indie rock sensation in the '80s, the Smiths were headed up by the British singer-songwriter, whose real name is Steven Patrick Morrissey. But in a cryptic post on his website, Morrissey Central, the singer announced the cancellation of a show in Stockholm and claimed his music had been largely forgotten by an industry that once hung on his every move. "The pain at not reaching Stockholm this week is horrific for the band and crew," he wrote. "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." "In the last seven days we have traveled into six countries, and we are travel-weary beyond belief. We can barely see," he continued. "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." Morrissey claimed "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?" The singer, 66, went on to tell fans that a planned concert in Berlin on June 27 would continue "with the grace of God." "I love all of you with whatever is left of my doomed heart," he finished. Morrissey is in the midst of an extensive tour of Europe and North America. With a collection of shows from Germany and Turkey to Greece stretching throughout the summer, some fans have begun to worry he and his crew will struggle to make it. In the comment section of an Instagram post, in which he shared the same statement, some fans expressed disappointment and confusion, saying the reasoning "made absolutely zero sense" and asking "why schedule so many dates without proper funding?" Morrissey is scheduled to return to the U.S. for a slate of concerts beginning in September and running through the fall, before heading to South America in late October.
Mint
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
The Smiths member Morrissey cancels Stockholm concert amid exhaustion, accuses industry of betrayal and neglect
Fans of legendary British singer Morrissey were left disheartened this week after the former Smiths frontman abruptly cancelled his Stockholm concert, originally slated for June 23 at the Hovet Arena. The decision, announced via the artist's official website Morrissey Central, comes amid an intense touring schedule and, more significantly, a scathing denunciation of the modern music industry. At 66, Morrissey remains a commanding presence on the stage, currently navigating an ambitious tour across the UK and Europe. However, in his announcement, he pointed not only to severe exhaustion within his team but also to what he described as a deeper, more disillusioning crisis: the total lack of support from the wider music industry. 'We love places like Stockholm, Reykjavik, and Helsinki (sic),' Morrissey wrote, 'but we simply cannot go where we are financially defeated by imaginary record labels (sic).' His message described the cancellation not as a matter of failing interest—indeed, ticket sales were reportedly strong—but as the result of a toxic environment where genuine artistry is left to wither without institutional backing. He accused major labels, radio stations, and media outlets of turning a blind eye to his work, despite a fiercely loyal global fanbase and a career that helped shape the landscape of British alternative rock. He wrote, 'But there is no financial support from imaginary record labels to get us to such places. In the last seven days we have traveled into six countries, and 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 (sic).' Morrissey's words have struck a chord with fans, many of whom voiced their support online, but others have also called him out. A person wrote on X, It's puzzling seeing him/all of them in the best mood in Cologne and the places after, and then reading this message... Also the ig post about the lack of support of labels... I don't get it? (sic)." Another user wrote, 'He doesn't even care to give a good excuse anymore. And the silly me bought tickets for Montreal concert in September (sic).'
Express Tribune
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Morrissey pulls out of Stockholm concert, cites burnout and lack of support
Morrissey has canceled his much-anticipated show at Stockholm's Hovet Arena, originally set for Monday, June 23, leaving fans disappointed but concerned. The 66-year-old singer, currently on a demanding UK and European tour, shared that he and his band were simply too exhausted to perform. After playing six countries in just seven days, he described them all as 'travel-weary beyond belief.' In a message posted online, Morrissey added that refunds will be available at the point of purchase. He reassured fans that the tour is set to continue in Berlin on June 27. But beyond physical fatigue, the former Smiths frontman opened up about deeper frustrations. He pointed to what he called 'absolutely zero music industry support' during the tour, despite strong ticket sales. He also admitted that touring in Scandinavia without any kind of sponsorship or financial backing had become nearly impossible. This isn't the first bump in the road for Morrissey's recent tours. Earlier this month, he pulled out of a show in Madrid due to acute sinusitis. Before that, he canceled US performances due to illness and exhaustion. Fan reactions have been mixed. Some expressed worry over his health and applauded his honesty, while others voiced frustration over the growing number of cancellations. Still, many are hopeful the Berlin performance goes ahead as planned and that Morrissey gets the rest and support he needs to keep going.
Metro
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
‘Travel-weary' Morrissey slammed for cancelling show just hours before start
Morrissey has been accused of 'making excuses' after cancelling a show just hours before it was due to begin. Starting his career as the front man of the Smiths in the 1980s, the singer then went on to carve out a successful solo career. However, over the years the musician has also come under fire for his controversial views – specifically his comments critiquing immigration in the UK. Morrissey is currently on a tour across the UK and Europe but has drawn the ire of many after axing his show in Stockholm tonight. Although he'd been due to play a show at Hovet Arena, he's now pulled the plug, whilst also lamenting a 'lack of financial support'. '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 posted on Instagram alongside a photo performing on stage. 'In the last seven days we have travelled into six countries, and 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?' He wrapped up the post by writing: 'The wagon rolls on to Berlin, 27 June. With the grace of God we will all gather. I love all of you with whatever is left of my doomed heart. MORRISSEY. 🖤.' The singer also strangely shared a still from the 2006 Norwegian slasher movie Cold Prey. After reading Morrissey's post, many fans made it clear they were unimpressed. 'Why schedule so many dates without proper funding?? Just say you don't have the money rather than making excuses,' Lee commented on Instagram. 'It's called touring. Love the music, but seriously?' Susan shared. 'A very confusing statement, basically your tired after a few weeks of touring? Stockholm is almost completely sold out tomorrow so can't see how you wouldn't 'afford' to make the trip? If your manager is incapable of booking the bands trip and hotel or arrange for crew and equipment to arrive, I would suggest a new management is long due,' Robby added. No other shows in Scandinavia had been scheduled for Morrissey's current tour. Ticketholders have been told: '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.' Last month Morrissey cancelled two shows in Los Angeles after being hospitalised for a 'severe sinusitis attack'. More Trending In January he'd also pulled out of two shows in South Carolina, with his tour manager then revealing it was due to 'physical exhaustion'. Over the years he's developed a reputation for canning shows. In the past 12 years, the singer has cancelled over 120 concerts. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Johnny Marr reveals why he rejected 'eye-watering' amount to reunite with The Smiths
