steven pottle writes:

A brand new music magazine named "Bang" has just been released in the U.K. and on page 21 of the 'Juice' section is a brand new photo of Morrissey relaxing in his car - very beautiful image! The article goes on to say that the documentary filmed by Channel 4 last year will be called "The Importance Of Being Morrissey" and shows Moz on tour, relaxing at home and visiting a strip joint!?!... The film is 75 minutes long and the producers promise lots of surprises for Morrissey watchers. Will be shown later in the year.

Update: 03/31 17:16 GMT: scan of article.

Ben writes:

I found this the other night and thought you might like it.

Fantasy Albums - Themanwhofellasleep. Excerpt:

These are not real albums. Don't go into shops and ask for them. You will only annoy people. These are albums that may one day be made. But not yet.

Click to enlarge

...Ah, The Smiths. Sadly taken far too seriously by adolescents, who then revisit the albums ten years later and discover the humour. Avoid anyone who actively tries to look like Morrissey. This includes Morrissey.

Gaz Membrane writes:

Blender magazine, which has previously featured a "Do You Rock" interview with Johnny Marr (for those who care, Johnny "most definitely rocks"), has put The Smiths 'Singles' on their list of 500 CDs that are considered "must own."

From Blender :

(under a caption of the 'Singles' CD cover)
"Arguably the greatest British singles band of the '80s. From the sublime ("How Soon Is Now?") to the faintly ridiculous ("There Is A Light That Never Goes Out"), these 45s remain some of the most intoxicating and original songs committed to vinyl. Standout track: "How Soon Is Now?"

Okay, so of course "How Soon Is Now?" had to be the track they most appreciate...but what's with calling "There Is A Light..." faintly ridiculous!?

Lloyd H. Miller writes:

Black on the Outside, a tribute to the Smiths, is playing a show in Brooklyn on Saturday, April 5th, at Lillie's Bar. The evening, called "Doc Martens and Un-Used Condoms" begins at 10 p.m. Also featured are The Victoria Lucas, who will be doing a one-night-only set of all New Wave covers, and a DJ, who will be spinning all your favorite British 80s stuff.

Lillie's is located at the corner of Beard and Dwight Streets in Red Hook, Brooklyn. As there is no public transportation save the bus, it's best to drive or take a car service. If you don't live in Brooklyn, take the F or G train to the Carroll Street stop and then call a car (Arecibo at 1-718-783-6465 will cost you around $6 from the train station). Call Lillie's at 1-718-858-9822 for more info.

Transmission_NYC writes:



"MANCHESTER, SO MUCH TO ANSWER FOR"

Tuesday, April 1st, 2003
(& the first Tuesday of every month thereafter)
9pm+, No cover, 21 & up
Venue: Cinema Classics (212-677-1027)
332 East 11th Street btw. 1st & 2nd Ave, NYC

On the first Tuesday of the month, Contra salutes the great bands & music from Manchester, UK by spinning an all-night, exclusively Mancunian soundtrack. Think Buzzcocks, Joy Division, The Smiths, James, New Order, The Fall, Chameleons, The Stone Roses, Happy Mondays, 808 State, etc. The focus will be on the scene's heyday of the 80's & early 90's, but contemporary bands will also be showcased. Suggestions and comments are always welcome.

For more information, to receive future special event mailings, to see full-size event flyers, or to see other DJ Contra events; past & future, visit transmissionspace.com
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Matthew Zilch writes:

Just thought I'd send a quick note to say that Ex-Morrissey Drummer Spike T. Smith Is doing some gigs in California in April. He is playing with some of his old band members from the English Dogs and are going under the name ATWAR.
The dates & venues are:

April 3 Newport Beach at Hogue Barmichaels.
April 4 Huntington Beach at Fitzgeralds Irish Pub.
April 5 Santa Barbara TBA
April 6 LA at Pitfire
April 9 San Diego at Blue Agave.
April 11 Reno, NV. at Ark-Aik
April 12 San Francisco at The Pound

There is more info on this website:

Malt Soda Recordings news

Anonymous writes:

Tuesday 1st April 2003 from 21.00 at Club Transmission at the Cafe Paradis in Århus, Denmark.

DJ music. "The Cure vs The Smiths" and later "Joy Division vs Depeche Mode". Cheap beer, lovely girls smiling back at you and dj's who love playing The Smiths - take a look at www.transmission.nu, for past set-lists and more info!