An anonymous person sends the press release and Rough Trade bio (May 13, 1983) from Rhino US.

Excerpt from the press release:

COMPLETE will be available October 18 in CD and vinyl versions. The CD boxed set version features each album packaged in a mini-LP replica sleeve complete with the original artwork, including gatefolds and inner sleeves where relevant. The vinyl boxed set version consists of the original albums – five single LPs and three doubles – pressed on 180-gram audiophile vinyl and presented in all their 12” glory with beautifully restored artwork. Each will be available at physical retail outlets for suggested list prices of $78.98 (CD), $249.98 (LP) and $39.99 (Digital).

A Deluxe Collector’s Edition will be offered as well, exclusively at Rhino.com. Packaged in an individually numbered, trunk-style box, this version is limited to 4,000 pieces worldwide, with only 750 available in the U.S., only at Rhino.com. It contains all eight albums on CD and vinyl...

I wonder if she ever saw his infamous little cameo in Brookside South?

Jo Brand wants singer Morrissey in her new film - Unrealitytv

Comedienne Jo Brand has revealed that she wants singer Morrissey to star in her new film, which is a TV adaptation of her book, The More You Ignore Me.

Jo has reportedly been commissioned by the BBC to adapt her novel, which centres on a troubled young girl who finds comfort in Morrissey’s music, and Jo would like the man himself to play the part.

She said, “I’ve just completed the final draft of the script based on one of my novels, which the BBC has commissioned as a 90-minute film.

“I’m really, really pleased about that. I’m going to try to get Morrissey to play the vicar in it, but I’m not holding out much hope.”

Jo is also about to star in Jo Brand’s Big Splash, a comedy series in which she tries out all manner of water based activities...

It's on Johnny's twitter and official page. http://www.johnny-marr.com/

JOHNNY MARR AND THE HEALERS ANNOUNCE MANCHESTER CLUB SHOWS
Johnny Marr and The Healers are playing two Manchester club shows. They play the Deaf Institute on Tuesday 4th October and again on Thursday 6th October.

We will have ticket details shortly.

We will also have information about the musicians who are The Healers

Broadcast stream info from goinghome:

Listen again here - http://www.newstalk.ie/programmes/all/tom-dunne/listen-back/ (you can't fast-forward, that I can see, have to listen to news first etc).

See also goinghome's detailed report on the The Songs That Saved Your Life (Again) 2011: A Celebration of Morrissey at the University of Limerick.

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Description of theTom Dunne show broadcast original posted by punky:

The University of Limerick is set up host Newstalk’s, Tom Dunne Show on Friday 16th September. 10am – 12 noon. The show will broadcast from the Allegro Café, University of Limerick to coincide with the launch of Morrissey: Fandom, Representations and Identities...

I was suprised to see a John Lewis advert (shown on UKTV Gold) which used the intro to This Charming Man. The ad is mentioned in Marketing Week here.

Statement - true-to-you.net
16 September 2011

Morrissey's concerts at The Shrine in Los Angeles and the Fox in Pomona both sold out today within 20 minutes. The Shrine is Morrissey's fastest-selling Los Angeles concert in over ten years.

Morrissey and the band are delighted, and would like to express heartfelt thanks to everyone who bought tickets.

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A Monthly Smiths & Morrissey Tribute Night & Dance Party. (Is it really so strange?)

Next edition: Thursday, September 22, 2011

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Calling all charming men & unruly girls who will not settle down! Join scores of sweet and tender hooligans as headmaster DJ Ceremony spins a vehement all-night Smiths & Morrissey tribute dance party including classics, deep cuts, & new releases (-'cause I really do love them; does that sound mad?). Also featuring UK, Northern Songs, Britpop, & Manchester. 21 & up.

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Thursday, September 22th, 2011 — 10 p.m. to 4 a.m.
Venue: Gallery Bar (lower level) — 120 Orchard Street (just above Delancey)
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