Official Manager Statement regarding Morrissey’s health (January 26, 2024)

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NealCassady posted news of South America cancellation:

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UPDATE 1:50PM PT:

Mexico City cancellation notice posted by On Returning.

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Media item:

• NME: Morrissey “receiving medical supervision for physical exhaustion” - January 26, 2024

 

[Platypus No More]

I can't help but feel the day will come when we look at the news to see Morrissey has died with a subheading mentioning no suspicious circumstances. It feels inevitable. It could be weeks or months. It may be tomorrow. This feels like the beginning of the end now. Shades of Winehouse et al.

 

[TheSmiths_1985]

An online search for physical exhaustion resulted in articles about fatigue. Here’s a snippet from Better Health for those concerned/curious.

Causes of fatigue​

The wide range of causes that can trigger fatigue include:

• Medical causes– unrelenting exhaustion may be a sign of an underlying illness or condition (such as flu, glandular fever, chronic fatigue syndrome, thyroid disorders, heart diseaseor diabetes).
• Lifestyle-related causes – alcohol or drugs or lack of regular exercise can lead to feelings of fatigue.
• Workplace-related causes – workplace stresscan lead to feelings of fatigue.
• Psychological causes – fatigue is a common symptom of mental health problems (such as depression and grief), and may be accompanied by other signs and symptoms (including irritability and lack of motivation).

Fatigue can also be caused by a number of factors working in combination.

I don’t think any of us were unsure about what fatigue is, but more how a man who does no work manages to suffer from it.

 

[ZOOM FROM GLOOM]

If you google Morrissey physical exhaustion it is being widely reported on news sites here in the UK. It is clear though that there has been no official statement cancelling the South American tour. And those were dates that were rescheduled from a previous cancellation. God, this is an odd way for what purports to be your management to behave.

Morrissey ‘receiving medical supervision’ as former Smiths singer cancels arena gigs

Singer was diagnosed with ‘physical exhaustion’

www.independent.co.uk

Morrissey, 64, CANCELS two concerts due to 'physical exhaustion'

Fans of Morrissey are now learning why the legendary crooner abruptly canceled a series of shows, including two in Southern California.

www.dailymail.co.uk

He’s having his tour manager act as manager, which as we can see over the years, may be beyond Donnie’s skill set. The same way he had Marr take on management duties. Nothing changes, what did he expect?

 

[snapyou]

Half asleep when I read this message,I felt fear and sadness.

It almost seemed like a death announcement.
And,I realised that day has to come.

Zurich of all places?
Home of Dignitas.

 

[TheSmiths_1985]

Half asleep when I read this message,I felt fear and sadness.

It almost seemed like a death announcement.
And,I realised that day has to come.

Zurich of all places?
Home of Dignitas.

There is an air of sadness about it. This is the end.
It could’ve been so different.

 

[Les Tameside]

'Physical exhaustion' is often one of those bull shit diagnoses that a doctor will give you if you need to pull a sickie - like 'work related stress' - or, it's a euphemism for something else. The something else could be physical or mental. Same goes for 'under medical supervision'. That could be just a standard phrase to use in any statement of this nature. Or, it could mean he is receiving medical treatment for a condition.
The language used in the statement though - ordered to rest - and the location, have all the melodrama of a Victorian novel.

He basically needs to break the down spiral: problems, causing anxieties which generate bigger problems and deeper anxiety.

Wiping the slate clean, and relaxing in Zurich does seem some opportunity for that.

Nevertheless, I think the veterans know we’ll be straight back here very soon—partly because when he restarts (which he will) he’ll have shed thousands of more of the ‘consumers’, who are needed to sustain the revival: he really will be taking two steps back before he can again go forward.

 

[Jeffrey7777]

Prayers for Mr M. Giving of thyself is spiritually draining. Enjoy the well deserved rest and relaxation

 

[ZOOM FROM GLOOM]

He basically needs to break the down spiral: problems, causing anxieties which generate bigger problems and deeper anxiety.

Wiping the slate clean, and relaxing in Zurich does seem some opportunity for that.
Nevertheless, I think the veterans know we’ll be straight back here very soon—partly because when he restarts (which he will) he’ll have shed thousands of more of the ‘consumers’, who are needed to sustain the revival: he really will be taking two steps back before he can again go forward.

Hear hear !!!

 

[Anonymous]

He basically needs to break the down spiral: problems, causing anxieties which generate bigger problems and deeper anxiety.

Wiping the slate clean, and relaxing in Zurich does seem some opportunity for that.

Nevertheless, I think the veterans know we’ll be straight back here very soon—partly because when he restarts (which he will) he’ll have shed thousands of more of the ‘consumers’, who are needed to sustain the revival: he really will be taking two steps back before he can again go forward.

Before Jimmy Fallon, Morrissey was one of it not the most revered singer/songwriters on the planet. I'm not passing any judgement on "For Britain" or any of the political stuff, but this began his downfall. After this, his record company dropped him like a hot potatoes and then he was holed up on Moz-Central posting videos of right wing types (again, this is fine with me I could care less). His new record with a host of musicians said to be the best record of his career was shelved because of his fetish with Miley Cyrus. He then targeted the record executive at Capitol Records and tried to blame her when in fact the release of Bonfire had nothing to do with her at all and he offered her no apology. His next record with Alain is on the shelf with no release date insight and Alain is gone for good. Now, I think it is going to be harder to book an event given his cancellations and his recording career is in shambles. His current band does not seem to be that well liked and he plays the same old tired set lest that most people find boring. He has the worst press coverage of any artist known to man. I bet backup bands are hard to find, because they know he will cancel hours before an event. I am sure his current band is now looking for work. Yes a good long rest in Zurich is the best call he has made in a very very long time.

 

[DorkingDale]

Exhausted due to 'doing nothing' in Paris? Exhausted due to all the previous shows he didn't do? Did this come on after Paris but before he was sitting writing obituaries? Utter bollocks.

"Exhaustion" is often a term used for stress & mental illness....and there are plenty of private clinics in Zurich specialising in that.....

 

[theprivilegeismine]

When I think about fame, I think about something Chloe Sevigny said. She was dating Jarvis Cocker and she said they could not go anywhere without mobs of people being after them and that made her decide she did not want that level of fame, so in a lot of ways, it can be a choice. She said it dictated a lot of her working choices after that. She's worked steadily since the 90s so I guess it can be done.
You are reminded of them by the I do everything Moz does? Unfortunately, there are too many people like that, it just shows a real lack of a personality or core. I get that people are unwell and sometimes can't help it, but for some it becomes a crutch, you have to be willing to try to help yourself.

Yes, I imagine it being quite the balancing act.

Sure am. They seem to like everything he likes, retweet everything central tweets, etc. That's true; who exactly are you if pretend to be someone else?!

 

[Billy A]

I don’t think any of us were unsure about what fatigue is, but more how a man who does no work manages to suffer from it.

I posted that because the symptoms are necessarily caused by being overworked.

 

[Bluebirds]

Some of these comments. FFS.
Those recent reflective posts on Morrissey Central seem to make a bit more sense now.

 

[Orange Crush]

Ah, the late Mark E. Smith. Even when desperately ill, never let his fans down.

You do realise we're not all the same, don't you? I think there were times when the late Mark E Smith, not necessarily desperately ill at the time, did let his fans down (e.g. fights with band members on stage comes to mind)

 

[Zoom Zoom The Little Boy]

I hope he gets better soon ... Only God Knows How Much I Love Morrissey .. So, I'm Sure That He Will Get Better Soon .. He's In Mind , Body , Soul , Part & Whole .

 

[DagenhamDan]

I do have to say I disagree with you on that. I've seen Moz about a dozen times. The first time I saw him was the Bowie Outside Tour in 1995, and the last time I saw him was Brixton Academy in 2022. The 2022 show was easily the best show I have ever seen. The Bowie show was the worst. Ok, I know that's not a great show to compare with. But I also preferred Brixton in 2022 to Moz's birthday show in Manchester in 2004, for example. When Moz is on form, he never just goes through the motions.

Brixton brings out the best in him, he's always on top form there. October 2022 was awesome as were all the Smiths gigs there. My favourite has to be 2002 at Brixton, came on singing I Want The One I Can't Have. Fantastic.

 

[redronew]

The lack of empathy and respect for those who have already paid for air travel in a continental country, accommodation and food, which is my case, is great.

THANK YOU FOR MY LOSS MOZZ!
SALUTE

 

[DagenhamDan]

The Mail are now describing him as a Legendary Crooner, better than the usual i spose...

 

[Ashley_TakeABow]

This wise man once sang, "I don't owe you anything"
Enough said.

 

[TheSmiths_1985]

This wise man once sang, "I don't owe you anything"
Enough said.

If I hired a builder to build me a conservatory and, after I paid him in advance, he said “I don’t owe you anything”, I’d beg to differ.