guiyaum writes:

According to the French magazine Les Inrockuptibles, Morrissey has finally signed with Sanctuary (p. 10 of the 13 November issue)
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At this point I will not believe anything unless it comes straight from Morrissey.

Benton writes:

Another lazy review, by Michael Osborn from BBC TV's CEEFAX.

You’d think a minimum requirement would be to turn up on time.

MORRISSEY - BRIXTON ACADEMY, LONDON

An uphill battle to reach this South London Venue almost left the dream of seeing my teenhood idol in tatters. But I managed to squeeze into a packed arena with the former Smiths frontman already in full throttle. He wasn't quite the same as the poster that adorned my wall back in the 80s. The once slim Mancunian man has gained some middle age bulk, while his once trademark towering quiff has receded. I'd feared that Mozza in his wilderness years might have turned into a cabaret act and a shadow of his former self. But disappointment was not on the cards as he breezed through a well-chosen selection of his solo hits - and a smattering of the Smith's classics. The voice was strong and distinctive, as were the camp affectations that were mirrored by a roomful of devotees. And his caustic wit has anything but withered with the advancing of years. This singer's maudlin hit Everyday Is Like Sunday brought on a wistful sigh, while the vegetarian anthem Meat is Murder saw the stage aptly bathed in red. His encore was a moment to savour - a rousting rendition of There is a Light That Never Goes Out - a song I know every word to, and sang with vigour. It brought many a teenage memory crashing back with a sting in the eyes. As for Mozza, he strikes me as a man who is ripe for a new lease of life.

The Slider (paul rhodes) writes:

In this week's NME there is a great picture of Morrissey standing alongside The Libertines. The photo was taken before Morrissey went on stage at Brixton Academy. The article mentions about Libertines supporting Morrissey and about the lead singer being a big fan of the Moz.

BlueGirl writes:

NME's 100 greatest singles of all time unveiled - Nov. 12, 2002

NME has selected the hundred "singles that have touched us deepest, the 100 singles of the last half-century that have indelibly marked our souls. Voted for by NME staff, our chart brings together innovators, outsiders, superstars, people in torment and people on top of the world. Artists, in other words, with nothing in common but the immortality of their music."
 
The top ten of the hundred they chose were:

1. Joy Division - 'Love Will Tear Us Apart'
2. Nirvana - 'Smells Like Teen Spirit'
3. The Sex Pistols - 'Anarchy In The UK'
4. The Rolling Stones - 'Paint It, Black'
5. David Bowie - ''Heroes''
6. The Stone Roses - 'Fools Gold'
7. The Smiths - 'This Charming Man'
8. Oasis - 'Live Forever'
9. Massive Attack - 'Unfinished Sympathy'
10. The Clash - 'London Calling'
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monsieurgazerina adds "How Soon Is Now?" came in at no. 42.

The slider (paul rhodes) writes:

At the recent Oasis's concerts at Nottingham 10th & 11th November, they played The Smiths. Hand In Glove was the song they played at the beginning of their intro tape before they arrived on stage. It was a great surprise with many people singing along.

An anonymous person writes:

The Smiths tribute band 'These Charming Men' will play their hometown of Dublin (Temple Bar Music Centre) next Friday, November 22nd. Tickets are €12 and are available from the TBMC Box Office and all usual Ticketmaster outlets. More information at www.thesecharmingmen.com.

Flyer from Lee.

Tim writes:

Re-issued, re-packaged, and we're re-evaluting the songs of our lives.
The 2nd Annual "November Spawned A Monster" has been set for Friday, November 22nd. This is Denver's best Smiths/Morrissey night and it only happens once a year. In addition to DJ's Tim Cook, Tyler Jacobson and Micheal Trundle, we'll also have Smiths and Morrissey inspired art from local area and NY based artists, as well as special "rare" video footage (and some not so rare).

For directions, information and song requests please visit
www.hybridmagazine.com/lipgloss

This is the last post I will ever make...
No, I've changed my mind again...
Goodnight and Thank You.

An anonymous person writes:

Sick Katz
Present
The Loop
November 23, 2002
Located At
The Grand Star Jazz Club
943 N. Broadway Blvd
Los Angeles, Ca. 90012
21+ 9pm-2am
80's All Night
Ladies In Free B-4 10:30pm
Feat special Morrissey & Smiths
Set By Dj Joey Radical
Info & Guest list Contact
626.273.5667
[email protected]

Flyer (front, back)