I like it.

I love these statements.

Okay, where are all the angry trolls who want to blame Moz for this? I'm sure all of you "armchair doctors" are also part time PA and lighting specialist, right?

I know some very disappointed people in Italy, so this is kinda reassuring. But I've seen him do very stripped-down shows, so this seems strange to say they weren't ready for a show. He just needs room/electricity for a band and his mic, no? It's not like he has 40' projection screens and 50 backup dancers.

His reassurances that everything but TTY is NOT HIM are getting tiresome. We know. I can spot his prose anywhere. Not that this was a fine example. This is as terse as it gets!

Of all his "That's not Morrissey" statements, this seems the least Morrisseyesque! Maybe the long tour has made him grouchy.

so why does it say "follow morrissey on twitter" when you go to
itsmorrisseysworld?

How many Morrissey's does it take to change a lightbulb?

I've worked in the touring end of the music business for over 13 years. If this IS the case than his European booking agent needs to be fired ASAP. Since his agent has a long history and wouldn't make a mistake like this I can only assume "production reasons" is British English for "slow ticket sales".

And Morrissey PUHLEEZE... enough with the solow comments. David did it even when YOU weren't... back in the dark old days.

I love you Morrissey,will be waiting for you to come to Los Angeles. Its not David T that writes the crap its the CRASHING BORES that claim to love you when they see you... that will put a smile to your face and talk shit on this site. Cause they got nothing better to do.

The good in this site....
1. Concert Set-List
2. Past Concert Reviews
3. News about your upcoming releases
4. Links to other good sites

The Bad
1 Fan Comments (like this one)
2 Bad Reviews from Boring ass people
3 Gossip, Rumors, and Other Non Morrissey Related, that "fans" write about.

...but it's a lame reason! Those kind of details are not worked out right before showtime...that should be handled in advance (as in "Uh, does your venue have the sound, stage set-up we need?" And like BelowtheWaterLine said, it's not like a Morrissey show is going to dazzle you with it's amazing production value. I swear, if I remember right, the Malajusted tour was just some basic lights on stage with maybe a strobe at the end!

Spit out your bubble-gum, Steven.
You or your cronies scan this site looking for late night pudding. It´s unavoidable really.

Sorry, Moz...if this came from you (as I've been told to ignore all digtal communication) you are just flat wrong about 'solo'.

It's 2009 and as much as you bitch and moan about such things (are you still faxing? Why is that any different? May I recommend the romance of the carrier pigeon) YOUR fans want information. Without them you would be right back in your Mum's back room clipping James Dean photos.

So step up and create a site worthy of your dedicated fanbase (lord knows you have the money) or give this site and it's creators the credit they deserve. TrueTo You is a sad, rarely updated waste of space. The fans know the real Morrissey site...

And before everyone jumps down my throat...you are all checking this as much as I am. You can't visit a deep thread in a comment board and claim you aren't part of this site...or don;t support it.

The sanest days are mad,

Neckdeep

I'm really surprised that you know only twenty four hour before the show that the venue could not accomodate your PA etc...At these big level, I think that the venue receive in advance accurate technical details of all the PA system and stuff like that, the Velvet is not the Royal Albert Hall, but has twenty years of concerts experience of bands coming from all over the world...I really don't know what to think..
let's stretch out and wait for next dates...

And you discovered the day before that the venue could not accommodate your production need?

Idiots.

I blame myself for contributing in making you rich in the past 20 years.

honestly.

I'm sure Morrissey would that

Ouch.. Sounds a bit grouchy... why the constant reminders that it's not him? We know you're not Twittering, darling... we still want to be kept up to date with news, gigs, etc.

Also, why does he hate this site so much? Can anyone give a straightforward, honest answer? Was there some big falling-out?

That SoLow line is gettting fookin stale.
He should be licking David T's balls for keepin' his name alive in those years when nobody gave a 2 shites about him!

Did the velvet refuse to knock the walls down and rebuild the room a bit bigger then?

But don't you see... it's YOU lot that constantly moan make this website "SoLow"!

No, think about it, this website is actually brilliant.

Morrissey knows very well this is where most people read about him.

It's YOUR absolutely pathetic drama queen-style moans whenever something goes wrong on a tour.

It's like a running joke. There's nothing "low" about the website... the people who post on here* on the other hand...

Mr Anonymous - ooh, the mystery.

* I include myself in this bracket. I reply to you with things like this, I add fuel to your crappy little fires. Guilty as charged.

I just wanna say...fuck you all! If what you are saying is true, well some things should be verified in advance. As simple as that. You do not care about the notrmal people who really work for living. With all of my heart, fuck you all.

I don’t understand why Morrissey or his staff would want to alienate everyone at this site by putting out these occasional little slams against it. I mean, there’s a difference between an active online fan community and what Julia does at her site. I would never ever deride the woman at all, I have no doubt that she’s a supremely wonderful person and I greatly admire her devotion, but a place for freedom-of-thought, her site is not. In fact, aside from its highly entertaining and informative fan-question/Moz-answer section (last updated in 2007) it’s just a step away from the oft-bemoaned official site (which endorses true-to-you by including it in its ‘Links’ list). True-to-you is a wonderful megaphone for him, it is, but not so great for us.

I think maybe it was in the MTV Europe interview in February, when Moz said he didn’t read fan boards anymore because the fans could be so cruel. Yes, occasionally a horrible unnecessary thing is said, and usually that person is either slammed by the rest of us until they have been put in their place, or simply ignored as not being worth it! Everything I’ve understood about Morrissey is that he would want the rest of us to have opinions (intelligent, thought-out, well-communicated opinions, yes). So are we not supposed to have a place to do that? Is the solution to have more aggressive moderation here? Where will that line be drawn, between a ‘cruel’ comment and one observational such as “he looked tired the other night” or “I would prefer he sing this song over that one?” Cancellations will happen, some people will be angry…do we not post those comments? Once you start censoring, things get messy.

I love Julia, I do, but I also love DavidT and the work this site does. They serve 2 completely different purposes. It hurts me deeply, is crushing to me actually, that I feel that I’m being asked by Morrissey and/or his management to choose. :-( []
Gretchen

I think DavidT's site here is the best thing to happen to Morrissey on the Internet.. saddens me that Moz does not get that... but hey man I blame DavidT for a lot of my happiness over the years being entertained here and sharing pix and stuff- and meeting so many fellow Moz-Fan friends via this site!

Best,

Jay

Geez.

Someone can hold a grudge. Did Solo really betray Moz that much? If I remember correctly, there was an issue once about a story that Moz claimed to be false... but why is he still insulting the site?

Moz you don't deserve a fan like DavidT - Someone who kept your name alive for long time you were "without a deal". Many other artists would give their eye teeth for a fan site/forum like this so why don't you just get over whatever stupid gripe you have with it. True to You is AWFUL by the way!!!! How long will it take St Julia to actually get it up and running properly? - UH! she won't!

What the hell is his problem with this site? If he had any clue, he would realize that the overwhelming majority of fans get their info from 'solow.' Give credit where credit is due. David T. rocks the casbah and Moz ought to do him a solid by finally owning up to it.

Moz fans have been coming to Solo for years for news, views, gossip, rumour, comment, opinion, humour, wit, and the odd bit of bile and silliness - and will go on doing so for many years to come. Well done David on a great site. Moz - we love you but, face it, 2009 has been a really poor year: dull album, lacklustre setlists, and cancellation after cancellation. I have a ticket for Brixton but I am seriously thinking of sitting in that night and kitting myself a cardie.

This site should have been shut down. Time has proved it, and it still does.

because the reason I've liked the guy for so many years is I know he can be a complete bellend, but I must join you all in standing up for Morrissey Solo.

It's right there with BBC News and BBC Sport, Facebook, etc as a site I check every morning. Have done for as long as I care to remember.

And spare a thought for David T. He keeps a very dignified silence whenever Moz has a pop at this site, when it must be very hurtful to be treated that way by someone you must so deeply admire.

The problem with 98% of the people posting comments on this page is that they were not around for 2003 and do not know the history of this site.

At one time Morrissey, members of his band, and his crew gave information to this site and all was well...

THEN DavidT thought it was warranted to post this headline on the mainpage - http://www.morrissey-solo.com/rumors/03/04/27/1615232.shtml [morrissey-solo.com] [morrissey-solo.com] [morrissey-solo.com] - As if it had any merit at all being leaked to the fans...

Morrissey didn't like being publicly accused or (after some clever retroactive headline editing by DavidT) 'publicly alluded' to being a cheapskate who steals money from his band and crew for himself. DavidT went as far as to validate the validity of the user who claimed to be a member of the crew who went into much detail about Morrissey ripping off the band and crew.

So, needless to say, whether Morrissey was really a thief or not, he was pissed and severed all ties with Solo, threatened to sue DavidT for posting the statement - http://www.morrissey-solo.com/features/03/05/07/0515236.shtml [morrissey-solo.com] [morrissey-solo.com] [morrissey-solo.com] - and dubbed this website "SoLow."

Personally, I think regardless of the accuracy of the "rumor", DavidT had no business putting that headline up on the mainpage to smear the name of the man he and so many others worship.

When you bite the hand that feeds you David, you get kicked to the curb...and that is exactly what happened to this site...thanks to your fearless leader. That is the reason you have to get information from Morrissey on True-To-You and that is the reason this site is called "SoLow"...and with people like Kewpie on this site, it deserves that name.

Shouldn't someone have checked into the technical specifications of the venue before booking a concert there? Did they just figure out that the sound system would not fit a few day before the concert? Someone's job should be on the line here!

Oh, and I like the way he quickly jumped up to clarfy that the cancelation was not due to health problems! Suddenly, he feels the need to communicate! Funny!

I've been a long-time reviewer of this site. Usually, I'm a staunch of defender of Morrissey, for absolutely no other reason than I find I usually agree with him, his positions, and how he puts it. It's been a real joy to witness a legitimate comeback from our Man, and I've genuinely loved his last three albums. For the record, though, it hurts me to hear him address this site in the derogatory fashion - and I support Morrissey-Solo.com to the end. This site introduced to Morrissey's and the Smith's music, has sustained my musical passion, and kept my love for Morrissey's music in the silent spells. This site deserves a great deal of respect. Viva Moz. Viva Morrissey-Solo.

you know what was so low?
that 'skull' chart position

-21 punk salute

As far as I’m concerned, this all happened, for some reason. I imagine, that’s what I imagined -- because -- the truth is, whether you like it or not -- Morrissey, he is telling the truth. Somebody asked me, do I believe him? I do. Because, I know, that Morrissey -- he doesn’t lie. I know better. I know my baby. OK. But that’s not the problem. If Morrissey wants you to know something, he’ll tell you himself. Which is why, he just did.

Of course, Morrissey is telling you the truth.

Morrissey is watching a movie ... what do you think he is doing? (*unbelievable, the things you weirdos conjure up*) What he is saying is valid, true, and it is the Real Deal. Do I believe what transpires on Twitter, FaceBook, myspace, etc.? No. Because, I know better.

I love my baby Soooo much.

Morrissey, It's still you I love. Now just like then.
Hugh

"Statement From Morrissey", I always feel like I have to take a deep breath and gear up for a war! Yes, I'll fall defending his name...

But, anyway.

At least he is well and there's no major problem with his voice, health, or with anyone else lucky enough to be in his circle of family and friends.

To those going to the UK shows - Have fun! Wish I could be there!

its sad, that after all these years Morrissey still hasnet evolved. He's still snipping at the people who helped him to get where he is.

David deserves nothing but gratitude from Morrissey for promoting him through the years with this site.

Likewise the people who visit and use this site deserve better than to be constantly belittled by his oh so clever 'solow' name calling.

for god sakes Morrissey, grow up already.

Assuming that he was supposed to play the main room at Velvet these are the technical features:
1200 mq (12917.1 square feet)main room at Velvet, dedicated to medium/big concerts. Stage m 10×12 (32,8x39,3 feet), 15.000 watt sound system, lights (10 scanner, 11 teste mobili) 3 projections screen big format, 2 bar, smoking area outside.
More than enouhg for a basic equipment like his.
Could it be that the odd reason is that this room is called "REM"?
Here everyone knows that the only reason is the very poor tickets sale.

Morrissey often confuses being witty, with being funny. 'SoLow' is simply an inane play on words. I always remember what John Cleese said about making good comedy. 'No puns'. Being funny comes from context and situation,NOT a play on words Morrissey. If that was the case, cryptic crosswords would be the funniest things around! Yamaha

It's going to piss a lot of people off because, let's face it, that is the effect comments made on this site have on a lot of users but still, here goes:

I'm sorry but I'm of the strand of fans who cannot be angry at this man no matter what he does lol=]. If there are anymore of you guys out there, please back me up that we actually exist and that it's not just me being inherently naive.

I mean this, the most recent, set back on his tour doesn't actually affect me directly and perhaps things would have been different if I was seeing him in Italy but I have had my fair share of cancellations too- 3 at the roundhouse and all of the London concerts this year. Even so, all I ever feel is a fleeting disappointment because I know, deep down, that the benefits of his music, whether listened to live or through headphones on the train on the way to York, far outweigh the bad points about cancellations.

But perhaps, in time, as I get older and so does he and this happens to me more frequently, I'll get fed up and totally change my tune- not quite so "hold on to your friends" and more "I know it's over" as it were.

My sympathy goes out to all those cancelled on during the entire tour but life goes on. Speaking of which, see any of you on Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and/or Wednesday?

all you need is me"

But...is it really so important if He call this site solo or so low? Many of the things he recently says are so stupid...And, please, do not misunderstand what I want to say, because I love him and his music, but...please! Do we really want to waste our time discussing these things?

Thanks to Morrissey for reassuring the fans that he is not, in fact, ill, and that he and the band are ready for London. The fact that Morrissey even bothered to offer an explanation for what happened in Italy is remarkable.

Thanks to DavidT for posting it here. Honestly, David runs one of the best music sites on the interwebs, despite (or maybe because of) all the hysterical nonsense that one has to wade through.

Morrissey

Morrissey is a sure thing. If he performs, I get the show. If he doesn't, then I get the shitstorm on solo.
Either way, I'm amused.
I simply cannot lose with this guy.

See you in London!!!

That old chestnut of a joke again - So Low. The only joke which lags behind it is the Tour of Refusal!

He loves dishing it out doesn't he ie slagging off Jamie Oliver, Madonna, Prince Charles & morrissey.solo.com. This is fine but when someone has a go at him, he seizes up & gets all hurt! I mean whether you agree with Jamie Oliver or not, at least he is trying to improve the diets of school kids. Instead of calling Oliver he could go one better & encourage kids not to eat meat & improve their healths. Just to quote one of your songs, "It takes guts to be gentle & kind".

Whats happened to his beef against the NME, its gone dead quiet hasn't it? I don't think he is racist but he brought that situation on himself by bringing the immigration subject up in the 1st place & then he decides he's the hurt one. Trouble Loves Him? He should think before he speaks before he decides he is being picked on.

Back to his So Low remark, morrissey-solo is better than Moz's My(waste of) Space site. It promotes you better than any of his sites. What is the point of Moz's websites? I mean we find out about Moz's gig cancellations on solo first while your sites have nothing & seem to be behind the times. You should employ David T to be your PR man & he probably do it free of charge.

What excuses will M have when he cancells the London shows? By the way, they have not sold out even touts won't even touch his gig tickets! There are still unsold tickets for Liverpool. This speaks volumes as his shows are usually sold out on the 1st day of sales. This is a sign of whats to come. Come on Moz, pull your socks up pal!

Please all go to this myspace blog
DNA . The Rimini gig organizers...
and ask for explanations about the Rimini gigs...

http://blogs.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendId=139014370&blogId=499862528

Morrissey does this too often. If it's not one thing, then it's another. As most any Morrissey fan, I am devoted, loyal, and will always give him the benefit of the doubt. If I were him, I'd fire his tour manager at the very least. Something is amiss, either with the record company, Livenation, or somewhere else on the road. We all know, for example, that the MSG show from the Ringleader tour was cancelled because Morrissey did not even approach selling the venue out, not because the chill on the set of David Letterman left him with a cold. That is why, at the end of that tour he played several nights at Hammerstein Ballroom, a very nice club. Much better there than at a sports arena, at least for Morrissey.
Anyone with any sense would have put the show in the smaller theater adjacent to MSG, where he would have had to sell 6,000 tickets, not three times that.
I know that Moz has a lot of control over his artistry, from the content on his albums, to where and when he plays his shows.
That said, I think somewhere along the line, Morrissey is getting bad guidance from someone, somewhere. If his voice does not hold up well anymore on a long tour, then maybe he should play fewer shows. If a venue is not suited to his performance, for whatever reason then someone needs to know that and address that before it becomes an issue. These are all simple, professional details that are easily addressed. Perhaps that should be the reponsibility of someone besides Morrissey, a good manager or someone like that.
I only say this because I believe Morrissey deserves better at this stage in his career and if he truly is entering the twilight of his career, well, then, his fans around the world deserve better, too.

Hallo everyone. I ve been to Velvet club in the past and take it from me they hold lots of gigs over there and they've been there for ages now and the production excuses are 100% rubbish.

David T never gets too sick to work hard for Morrissey fans, can Morrissey say the same? So can we assume Morrissey means his so low behavior and not David T's?

I thought Morrissey didn't read this website. He must if he's publishing a statement.