George Best writes:

An extra in the filming of The Hacienda motion picture revealed that Morrissey is expected on set to ensure the truthful representation of his character during his involvement with the nightclub from around 1978 to 1984.

Filming is now underway in Manchester.

Can anyone confirm he is still the U.K.?

Related items:
• Moz lookalike wanted for new 'Factory Records' film in UK - Nov. 2, 2000
• Hacienda club closes - Jan. 9, 2001

TrblLuvsMe sends:

Derby Evening Telegraph January 19, 2001
Tribute act Clash in on heroes

THE Clash are one of the most influential rock bands of the last 20 years. Led by Joe Strummer they produced classic tracks like Tommy Gun, I Fought The Law and Should I Stay or Should I Go?

The Clash City Rockers recreate the feel of a Clash concert with a line-up of established musicians.

The line-up consists of Prodigy guitarist Gizzbutt as well as two members of Morrissey's band - Gary Day and Spike T.

Catch them in action at the Flowerpot, King Strret, Derby, next Friday from 8pm. Tickets GBP 7 (GBP 6 concessions) from the venue, BPM Records or on 01332 834438.

John Fidler writes:

I've read that 'My Name Is Mortimer' (if it exists) is a Morrissey/Street composition. However if you look up the title on the BMI site, there is a song of that name by Mort Shuman. Is it possible that we are talking about a cover version, or has Moz just taken the title for himself?

Mort Shuman co-wrote 'His Latest Flame' with Doc Pomus, so it seems quite likely that Morrissey might be aware of this song. (Also, another co-writer of 'My Name Is Mortimer'is listed as El Moro, which might add to El Mozzo's interest!) Does anyone have an MP3? I couldn't find it anywhere.

On a vaguer note, I'm sure I remember hearing a song on UK Radio One once (around the time of Sunny?) which was announced as Morrissey's forthcoming single. It was quite a poppy number, with the line 'If what you say is true, why do you continue to inject yourself?' and also included a female name (Deborah?)' Does anybody else in the world remember this, or am I dreaming!

Here are the lyrics to "My Name Is Mortimer." If anyone fancies providing a translation, go ahead. I ran it through a web translator but it was a tad garbled.

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Jane Birkin writes:

On January 6th, The Boxers performed unplugged at the local Barnes and Noble bookstore in Eugene, Oregon. Halfway through the set, singer Ian Edwards performed a solo tribute to Morrissey... "Now My Heart Is Full".

Check them out at www.mp3.com/theboxers and be sure to follow the link to their home page. It is worth your time.

Some Records writes:

Some Records is a big fan of Morrissey and we've recruited Arsenio Hall (wink wink) to be the spokesmodel for our new section, Things That Make You Go Hmmm...

The first topic is about Morrissey. I know you love him as much as I do (my Morrissey pillow case says, Fall Asleep With Me, what does yours say?). Show some love by going to http://www.some.com and seeing what the deal is.

We'd love to know what you think. Please respond to [email protected]. Subjects will change weekly at www.some.com so be sure and check back and see what makes Arsenio go hmmm....

On Jan. 23, at 11:04 AM PST a Mac user (somewhere in the midwest US I think) recorded the 3 millionth page hit on the front page. This last million took about the same time to accumulate as the second million, 9 months.

Also, in a few weeks (on Feb. 12), the site will turn 4 years old. Who knows where the time goes? Thanks to all of those who continue to contribute to the site, in the form of submitting news items and stories, adding commentary and criticisms, or sending personal support. Naturally, I see just about everything that goes on within the site and am continually impressed with the quality of the submissions, especially for a subject which is considered "non-existent" by those on the outside. I've been looking around for other music-related sites on the web and have not found anything nearly as interesting or active as this one. Keep up the good work.