Morrissey's demands list for Israel concert

[davdavon]

Posted on YNet:
http://www.ynet.co.il/articles/0,7340,L-3569176,00.html

Badly translated by davdavon:


Morrissey demands a private car with a professional driver available to drive him at any time. The car must be black with dark windows: if a Mercedes S-500 is not available, then a Lexus, BMW or Jaguar will also be accepted.



Morrissey's "star" room must be lit but not by fluorescent. It should have a corner with plants and flowers, and the room should be ventilated, with air-conditioning that can be turned on and off from inside the room. The tables for food and drinks should be covered with tablecloths.



In the artist's room during the concert there will be:



A clean wireless electric water boiler.



Ceylon teabags.



Packs of Kleenex tissues and paper towels.



A quality natural-scent candle: for example, figs, green tea, orange blossom or vanilla.



250g quality vegetarian cheddar cheese from Ireland or New Zealand.



Organic milk, 2% fat.



Six large bottles of Fiji or Volvic mineral water.



Two bottles of Corona Beer.



A bottle of Fanta Orange.



A carton of freshly squeezed organic orange juice, no sweeteners.



Whole-wheat bread only.



Kerrygold Salted butter (sample photos of the butter were included with the list)



Organic marmalade with no gelatin.



Fries made from organic potatoes with no salt, plus one pack of Cheez-It crackers, red or white cheese flavor (photos of the crackers were also included).



A small variety of fresh fruits, including apples and bananas.



A small pack of rich, organic muesli.



A small bag of cashew nuts, roasted, not salted



Six large clean white towels. Six medium-sized clean white towels.



In the bathroom:



"If possible, separate bathrooms and showers for artist and band rooms. They should be completely clean during the whole time!"



A private bathroom only for Morrissey – a must.



Police or security:



There will be no uniformed policemen present backstage or between the barriers, unless asked by the production or the artist.



"Morrissey does not tolerate any sort of violent or aggressive behavior from any crew member, security guard or policeman. Everyone shall be treated equally and with dignity at any time."



Merchandise and sales:



Products such as glow sticks, large fruits, balls and other items and products that can cause damage if hurled at people or at the stage will not be sold at the venue.



Drinks will be sold in paper or plastic cups, including water.



Catering:



All food should be vegetarian. For everyone. Including all crews, stands and attendants inside the venue and in its vicinity. If there is a barbeque spot nearby, the artists' room should be placed so that the wind will not be in their direction. All food should be fresh and healthy and mineral water should be supplied all the time. A balanced diet must be kept and upheld.



Dinner for Morrissey:



Kitchen should be stocked with the following for the artist: peas, spinach, carrots – all steamed. Roasted potatoes and grilled asparagus. Pasta – only with simple tomato sauce. Morrissey does not eat any kind of chili or spices. In addition, the food in the venue (whether sold at the stands or brought by the audience) shall be completely vegetarian – meat will not be allowed inside the venue.

[Dow Jones]

A bottle of Fanta Orange.
YOU LOOK HOT IN ALL THAT PLASTER DRINK SOME FANTA FASTER FASTER :guitar:

[sistasheila]

love it...thanks dav..you`re a star!:guitar::guitar::guitar:
i always wondered what may be on morrissey`s rider....and always wanted to start a thread but .now i know...thanks.!..i wonder if his rider did change over the years...
any other sources of his riders in the past available?


Police or security:
There will be no uniformed policemen present backstage or between the barriers, unless asked by the production or the artist.
"Morrissey does not tolerate any sort of violent or aggressive behavior from any crew member, security guard or policeman. Everyone shall be treated equally and with dignity at any time."
Merchandise and sales:
Products such as glow sticks, large fruits, balls and other items and products that can cause damage if hurled at people or at the stage will not be sold at the venue.

hahaha i just try to imagine morrissey fans hurling around glow sticks instead of flowers(which soem still bring with them)
i wonder about that sec issue he stated...did he tell that his personal sec like arturo also? doesnt seems so...but still...good on him for stating that

dav do you have any info about the video the newspaper was supposed to film the lior ashkenazi/moz interview? ive heard they had problems with it?

[sweetness522]

Thanks davdavon for the translation.:guitar: His diet is the standard by which we should all aspire. No wonder he looks so fit at almost 50. It's nice to get a little glimpse into his "world" this way.:)

[lapislazuli]

No chocolate!? How does the man get through the day? :eek:

But seriously, this seems rather harmless and almost modest (well, except for the Mercedes S-500 maybe ...:p)

And also, once you've chugged that bottle of Fanta Orange, does it really matter if your orange juice contains added sweeteners? But it's all about choice I suppose ;)

[Morrissey the 23rd]

There is a level when it becomes privacy invasion. This is it.

[Dow Jones]

There is a level when it becomes privacy invasion. This is it.
I thought underwear pillaging was it.

[theneverplayedsymphony]

I'm so disappointed by this. :(:rolleyes:;)

Thanks davdavon, great post! :guitar:

What's wrong with Ceylon?! Best tea there is!:p

[Not Right in the Head]

It's not the tea, it's the tea bags. Tea leaves are so much better. :guitar::D

Shhhh--we have an inventor of improved teabags in our midst.

[Claudia2006]

Thanks davdavon for the translation.:guitar: His diet is the standard by which we should all aspire. No wonder he looks so fit at almost 50. It's nice to get a little glimpse into his "world" this way.:)

I agree! :o And that list has made me hungry.

[Not Right in the Head]

Thanks davdavon for the translation.:guitar: His diet is the standard by which we should all aspire. No wonder he looks so fit at almost 50. It's nice to get a little glimpse into his "world" this way.:)

That's just because he brings his own junk food (except the Cheez-Its) to the venue himself.

[mell]

thanks davdavon! Morrissey's dinner sounds sooo healthy! I like asparagus, but it always makes my pee smell funny. :sick:

[modrevolve]

thanks davdavon! Morrissey's dinner sounds sooo healthy! I like asparagus, but it always makes my pee smell funny. :sick:

Corrissey and I had that discussion before on solo about the after effects from eating asapargus..I wonder if those two threads will be merged together?

[Frankly Vulgar]

thanks davdavon! Morrissey's dinner sounds sooo healthy! I like asparagus, but it always makes my pee smell funny. :sick:

Apparently it's not only pee that asparagus makes smell funny

[Morrissey the 23rd]

Apparently it's not only pee that asparagus makes smell funny

The same can be said for Sugar puffs with hot milk.

[mozmic_dancer]

...I like asparagus, but it always makes my pee smell funny. :sick:

Well, that would explain why he would request a private bathroom.:p You're a pisser, Moz!

Best rider ever! This made me smile.

[spinelessswine]

Kind of agree that this stuff should be private but can't help but read stuff like this.
Don't think it's hugely demanding compared to some that you see. Plus the fact that no meat products are allowed in the building is always a good thing.

But only 2 bottles of Corona? C'mon Moz, unwind a little mate! ;)

[sweetness522]

"Don't think it's hugely demanding compared to some that you see." - QUOTE

I agree. I just saw a rider recently, don't remember whose, that said the M&M's had to be separated according to color.:confused::eek:

[spinelessswine]

Hold on...

Morrissey does know that Corona isn't suitable for vegetarians doesn't he??

[sistasheila]

so this community is rated on ynet....:D

i
http://www.ynet.co.il/home/1,7340,L-283,00.html?select1=Web&criteria=morrissey&txtSearchString=morrissey&collarity_appid=ynet_nav&collarity_channel=538&collarity_origin=538

I wonder what other info is provided there. abouth this comminity.but we got 3 stars...:guitar:yeahhh
y.net should be your home base now,moz... haha

[Anaesthesine]

Very interesting davdavon, thank you.

As others have said, all this seems so healthy and sensible - nothing ridiculous, diva-esque or embarrassing.

The plants are a lovely touch.




Police or security:



There will be no uniformed policemen present backstage or between the barriers, unless asked by the production or the artist.



"Morrissey does not tolerate any sort of violent or aggressive behavior from any crew member, security guard or policeman. Everyone shall be treated equally and with dignity at any time."


Good luck with this one - the last Moz show I was at was the very worst when it comes to security - thuggish, violent and completely out-of-bounds. :mad: :mad: :mad: :gun:

[mell]

Corrissey and I had that discussion before on solo about the after effects from eating asapargus..
how did I miss out on that discussion...:confused:


Apparently it's not only pee that asparagus makes smell funny
:eek: :sick:

[mozmic_dancer]

"Don't think it's hugely demanding compared to some that you see." - QUOTE

I agree. I just saw a rider recently, don't remember whose, that said the M&M's had to be separated according to color.:confused::eek:

That could only be the kings of outrageous concert riders, Van Halen.

Here is a article about some legendary riders of rock folklore:
http://www.theblurb.com.au/Issue51/TalesRider.htm

[Harsh Truth]

Fun read.. thanks.

Regarding privacy, this is certainly not the first time an artist’s rider (ie: list of requirements) have been made public – there is a whole website devoted to it, though the name of it escapes me. Also, magazines have printed these before…. Some bands/artists are beyond RIDICULOUS in their demands.

Truthfully, Moz’s seems pretty reasonable. I actually would have thought he would be more picky.

I too have a bit of a weakness for Cheez-its!

[oye terence]

Hold on...

Morrissey does know that Corona isn't suitable for vegetarians doesn't he??


actually it is.

http://www.barnivore.com/beer

[mell]

Regarding privacy, this is certainly not the first time an artist’s rider (ie: list of requirements) have been made public – there is a whole website devoted to it, though the name of it escapes me.

The Smoking Gun?
http://www.thesmokinggun.com/backstagetour/index.html

[Not Right in the Head]

actually it is.

http://www.barnivore.com/beer

From your link:

Guiness I don't think they even know what goes in their beer
HAHAHAHAHHAA!

[oye terence]

From your link:

HAHAHAHAHHAA!


hahahaha yes!

[spinelessswine]

actually it is.

http://www.barnivore.com/beer

phew, thank god for that! Someone sent me a list of beers yesterday that were vegetarian-friendly and Corona wasn't on it.
Thanks for that :)

[oye terence]

phew, thank god for that! Someone sent me a list of beers yesterday that were vegetarian-friendly and Corona wasn't on it.
Thanks for that :)

not a problem,sometimes they can be inaccurate, but that's the best list i know of.:)

[CrystalGeezer]

There is a level when it becomes privacy invasion. This is it.

I agree.

[Amy]

teabags, tissues, orange juice, milk, cheese, beer, scented candles.... some diva :p . I am surprised and pleased at his simple, modest list :)

[iamkali62]

God, I despise Corona. The piss of all beers except for Pabst Blue Ribbon and King Cobra. Corona is the only beer that makes me ill. I'm stickng with Bass.

[iamkali62]

Hold on...

Morrissey does know that Corona isn't suitable for vegetarians doesn't he??

How on earth can beer be unvegetarian? There's no meat product in it as far as I know. This vegetarian thing is going too far.

[oye terence]

How on earth can beer be unvegetarian? There's no meat product in it as far as I know. This vegetarian thing is going too far.

you would be wrong,many beers and other booze are not vegan friendly,it may or not be going to far, that would depend if you are a vegetarian/vegan or not.:)

i am in the midst of going from vegetarian to vegan and had to give up my beloved jameson's :tears:

[Chartres]

There is a level when it becomes privacy invasion. This is it.

I thought it was allready when pictures of him and his mom were being requested. Still I agree, this is just too much. How can I possibly respect that he drinks Corona, it's like the beer version of the happy meal for christ sake!

[Riah Shusher]

ardysVzHwSA

[Chartres]

How on earth can beer be unvegetarian? There's no meat product in it as far as I know. This vegetarian thing is going too far.

This is the 21st century, of course there's beer with "meat" (read: not vegetarian) in it! Much beer use food colouring these days and some are indeed from animals (mostly insects).

[Dow Jones]

This is the 21st century, of course there's beer with "meat" (read: not vegetarian) in it!

What these beer companies should do is make booze like ORBITZ.

http://img90.imageshack.us/img90/5968/orbitzji8.jpg

Cept instead of awesome juice liquid there'd be booze! And instead of wee lil balls of fruit flavored goodness there'd be balls of meat! Or maybe even shrunken pig testicles!

[Chartres]

What these beer companies should do is make booze like ORBITZ.

http://img90.imageshack.us/img90/5968/orbitzji8.jpg

Cept instead of awesome juice liquid there'd be booze! And instead of wee lil balls of fruit flavored goodness there'd be balls of meat! Or maybe even shrunken pig testicles!

The refreshing taste of a chicken sandwich, something your partner can't resist a hot summer eve

:guitar:

[Not Right in the Head]

How on earth can beer be unvegetarian? There's no meat product in it as far as I know. This vegetarian thing is going too far.

Many top-fermented beers (i.e. ales, not lagers) are filtered using isinglass, which comes from the stomach linings of sturgeons. Mmmm!

[Jones]

This is exactly like the list that was leaked a few years ago, so no surprise really. He seems to exist on tea, bread and breakfast cereal.

[miryam_moz85]

This is exactly like the list that was leaked a few years ago, so no surprise really. He seems to exist on tea, bread and breakfast cereal.

well..we're on the same wave..

[oscillate wildly]

Orange fanta, I knew he had good taste!

[lux girl]

kerrygold butter and Irish Cheddar cheese. He certainly does have Irish blood in him!!

[Not Right in the Head]

kerrygold butter and Irish Cheddar cheese. He certainly does have Irish blood in him!!

But what's up with the New Zealand cheese? I can't name a single type of Kiwi cheese.

[theboyracer]

Two bottles of Corona Beer
A bottle of Fanta Orange.


The influence of Mexicans is so evident here. Viva Morrissey :)

[CrystalGeezer]

Well I certainly admire his need for a tablecloth.

[Pokey]

I hate these things .. I never understand how people can be so demanding. I'm sure it's easy for me to say that and when you're put in a position that these sorts of demands are actually met it could be tempting to fall into the lure of making such list ... but if I were to suddenly become a rockstar and tour the world I just can't imagine making lists like this ... you turn up at the venue, hang out backstage with friends/family/band, have whatever to eat and drink and then go on stage and perform.
Naming specific brands of water and such .. honestly.. ok so his tour rider isn't as bad as some artists but yeah.

Even though I completely disagree with the vegetarian thing and would never enforce that, it's about the only thing on the list that is valid as it's a belief over just a request.
Also .. corona? Jesus Moz, have a bit of taste, please! haha

Good to know Moz is a chili sook like me though :P

[bored]

There is a level when it becomes privacy invasion. This is it.

Whatever. People's riders have been published forever. In fact, this isn't even the first time Moz has had one posted online.

This is far less invasive than people going to his house and knocking on his door.

[CrystalGeezer]

This is far less invasive than people going to his house and knocking on his door.

How was his Sunset address leaked in the first place?

[Chileiceman]

Is Morrissey a vegetarian or a vegan?

If I were famous I would ask for a clean room and bathroom, a comfortable chair, a TV with cable, an internet connection, perhaps a videogame console, Dr. Peppers, Mineral Water, maybe some chocolates to snack on.

I would vary my food so as to not always be eating the same thing. I would probably ask for the traditional food of whatever the place I am in. I like trying new things. But if I were in North America where there is no traditional food I'd ask for pizza, sandwiches, thai food, tacos, etc (not all for the same concert, I'd be a baloon).

[oye terence]

[QUOTE=Chileiceman;919474]Is Morrissey a vegetarian or a vegan?

[QUOTE]

well he lists cheese so that would automatically take him out of the running for being a vegan.

[King Leer]

As the poster above mentioned -- this is basically the same rider as some years back. If after 25 years performing live this is all Morrissey demands, it's pretty reasonable.

What is it with all the towels, though?

[dicartwright]

that was interesting, but it gave me a sad feeling. I've always hated these sort of things... I have to believe he's found these listings impossible to live without, and I try to understand him.

But it sounds so... other people. So popstar. :tears:

[vicarinatutugal]

What is it with all the towels, though?

Maybe worried some women might give birth? :confused:

:D

[Not Right in the Head]

What is it with all the towels, though?

What celebrity would want to use towels with someone else's pubes on them?

[Kewpie]

This is exactly like the list that was leaked a few years ago, so no surprise really. He seems to exist on tea, bread and breakfast cereal.


Whatever. People's riders have been published forever. In fact, this isn't even the first time Moz has had one posted online.

This is far less invasive than people going to his house and knocking on his door.


CAN YOU POST THESE MENTIONED OTHER RIDERS?



http://www.morrissey-solo.com/article.pl?sid=05/02/01/1436210 ;)

[Danny_]

Well, when he's onstage he gets very sweaty so I suppose that's why he needs a load of towels, same goes for all the water.

[sistasheila]

http://www.morrissey-solo.com/article.pl?sid=05/02/01/1436210 ;)

ahh thank you i could have rype in the search mode myself but oh well...




esday February 01 2005, @09:00AM
ngve writes:
According to Norwegian newspaper Dagbladet this was Morrissey's rider at the Quart Festival in Kristiansand:

"A pot of tea with two china cups, a bread knife, tissue paper, three candles (from natural products), a Gillette Mach 3 Turbo razor, kosher cheese, organic milk, twelve bottles of Volvic or Fiji water, real butter, marmelade, organic potato chips (crisps), fruit bowl with oranges and bananas, Uncle Sam breakfast cereal, a packet of raisins, two bottles of soy milk, two loaves of bread, eight large towels, eight small towels. In addition the band had an equally long list."
For those who read Norwegian, here is the full article.
http://www.dagbladet.no/kultur/2005/01/31/421944.html

[Danny_]

I don't really get why this is being characterised as a "demands list". It's just the normal list of food that an artist requests at a venue. That they pay for.

[Hellie]

His demands list is utterly brilliant.We are soul mates.Shame he just doesn't know it.

[Kewpie]

I don't really get why this is being characterised as a "demands list". It's just the normal list of food that an artist requests at a venue. That they pay for.


davdavon modestory claims that his English translation is not very good which is untrue.
He literally translated from a website which is written in Hebrew.
I assume the original text used a word demand list.

[sweet and tender hooligan]

Posted on YNet:
http://www.ynet.co.il/articles/0,7340,L-3569176,00.html

Badly translated by davdavon:


Morrissey demands a private car with a professional driver available to drive him at any time. The car must be black with dark windows: if a Mercedes S-500 is not available, then a Lexus, BMW or Jaguar will also be accepted.



Morrissey's "star" room must be lit but not by fluorescent. It should have a corner with plants and flowers, and the room should be ventilated, with air-conditioning that can be turned on and off from inside the room. The tables for food and drinks should be covered with tablecloths.



In the artist's room during the concert there will be:



A clean wireless electric water boiler.



Ceylon teabags.



Packs of Kleenex tissues and paper towels.



A quality natural-scent candle: for example, figs, green tea, orange blossom or vanilla.



250g quality vegetarian cheddar cheese from Ireland or New Zealand.



Organic milk, 2% fat.



Six large bottles of Fiji or Volvic mineral water.



Two bottles of Corona Beer.



A bottle of Fanta Orange.



A carton of freshly squeezed organic orange juice, no sweeteners.



Whole-wheat bread only.



Kerrygold Salted butter (sample photos of the butter were included with the list)



Organic marmalade with no gelatin.



Fries made from organic potatoes with no salt, plus one pack of Cheez-It crackers, red or white cheese flavor (photos of the crackers were also included).



A small variety of fresh fruits, including apples and bananas.



A small pack of rich, organic muesli.



A small bag of cashew nuts, roasted, not salted



Six large clean white towels. Six medium-sized clean white towels.



In the bathroom:



"If possible, separate bathrooms and showers for artist and band rooms. They should be completely clean during the whole time!"



A private bathroom only for Morrissey – a must.



Police or security:



There will be no uniformed policemen present backstage or between the barriers, unless asked by the production or the artist.



"Morrissey does not tolerate any sort of violent or aggressive behavior from any crew member, security guard or policeman. Everyone shall be treated equally and with dignity at any time."



Merchandise and sales:



Products such as glow sticks, large fruits, balls and other items and products that can cause damage if hurled at people or at the stage will not be sold at the venue.



Drinks will be sold in paper or plastic cups, including water.



Catering:



All food should be vegetarian. For everyone. Including all crews, stands and attendants inside the venue and in its vicinity. If there is a barbeque spot nearby, the artists' room should be placed so that the wind will not be in their direction. All food should be fresh and healthy and mineral water should be supplied all the time. A balanced diet must be kept and upheld.



Dinner for Morrissey:



Kitchen should be stocked with the following for the artist: peas, spinach, carrots – all steamed. Roasted potatoes and grilled asparagus. Pasta – only with simple tomato sauce. Morrissey does not eat any kind of chili or spices. In addition, the food in the venue (whether sold at the stands or brought by the audience) shall be completely vegetarian – meat will not be allowed inside the venue.


That was a very intersting read. Thank you:)

[vivabob]

its hardly a bowl of m&ms with the blue ones removed , it reads to me quite a simple list

[vivabob]

http://www.morrissey-solo.com/article.pl?sid=05/02/01/1436210 ;)

thanks babes x

[9 x Fined]

Orange Fanta? So much for being a health freak.

Carbonated water, sugar, orange fruit (5%), citric acid, acidity regulator (E331), preservative (E221), flavourings, sweeteners (sodium saccharin, aspartame), stabiliser (E412), colourings . Contains a source of phenylalanine.

[Worm]

Orange Fanta? So much for being a health freak.

Carbonated water, sugar, orange fruit (5%), citric acid, acidity regulator (E331), preservative (E221), flavourings, sweeteners (sodium saccharin, aspartame), stabiliser (E412), colourings . Contains a source of phenylalanine.

Hmmm? Did you say something? I was distracted.

http://blogging.la/archives/fanta.jpg

[Danny_]

Orange Fanta? So much for being a health freak.

Carbonated water, sugar, orange fruit (5%), citric acid, acidity regulator (E331), preservative (E221), flavourings, sweeteners (sodium saccharin, aspartame), stabiliser (E412), colourings . Contains a source of phenylalanine.

It's weird but when I'm seriously dehydrated shit like that is the only thing that sorts out my thirst. Maybe that's what sorts Moz out when he comes off stage?

[mozzette]

It's weird but when I'm seriously dehydrated shit like that is the only thing that sorts out my thirst. Maybe that's what sorts Moz out when he comes off stage?


Fanta is great when I'm hungover. On hot days as well, it's more thirst quenching although it is filled with shite.

[Dow Jones]

oops. Too late.

http://dinnerinabottle.com/
o lawd

WHAT HAS SCIENCE DONE!?

[oye terence]

o lawd

WHAT HAS SCIENCE DONE!?

the floating arm with pig tattoo disturbs me,deeply.

[Dow Jones]

the floating arm with pig tattoo disturbs me,deeply.

It's extremely troubling. I quite like when it's all severed and stuff though.

[oye terence]

It's extremely troubling. I quite like when it's all severed and stuff though.

as i knew you would.:)

[Currer Bell]

Posted on YNet:


Kitchen should be stocked with the following for the artist: peas, spinach, carrots – all steamed. Roasted potatoes and grilled asparagus. Pasta – only with simple tomato sauce.

i thought moz didn't eat vegetables....

Asparagus is giving me flashbacks to Spain. AGGGHH!!!

Verde, blanco, grilled, fried, steamed, refrigerated, with mayonnaise....

[Corrissey]

Corrissey and I had that discussion before on solo about the after effects from eating asapargus..I wonder if those two threads will be merged together?

How do you know what my pee smells like? :confused: ...;)

I think I've had the asparagus pee discussion with a few other people, too. :p lol


its hardly a bowl of m&ms with the blue ones removed , it reads to me quite a simple list

Really, I agree. I'm surprised at how not surprised I am by his list. Why only two Coronas? Is he expecting me? :)
What about the band... is that a whole other rider or do they get what they get?

[oye terence]

Why only two Coronas? Is he expecting me? :)
What about the band... is that a whole other rider or do they get what they get?

maybe he is a lightweight?:p

[Worm]

If you want to know if "demand" is the correct translation into English, just ask yourself what sort of conversation Morrissey would have with the venue's staff if the smell of meat wafted into the dressing room.

"REQUEST"


"I requested that all meat stalls be located far away from the room. I can smell the charred flesh. I'm nearly fainting over here."

"I'm sorry, Mr. Morrissey. We couldn't fill your request."

"Oh, I see. Darn it. Okay, carry on."

"DEMAND"


"I demanded that all meat stalls be located far away from the room. I can smell the charred flesh. I'm nearly fainting over here."

"I'm sorry, Mr. Morrissey. We couldn't meet your--"

Morrissey:

http://goatmilk.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/mushroom-cloud1.jpg

[Corrissey]

^ Don't forget they have to change the direction the wind blows.

[Riah Shusher]

^ Don't forget they have to change the direction the wind blows.

He even wrote a song about this and tried to cover it up with talk about racists or something silly like that.

[King Leer]

Obviously he wouldn't share towels, but I forgot about him bringing the smaller ones on stage. One towel around the waist after a shower (frinker alert), one for his hair, one extra...I guess it's not that strange.




What celebrity would want to use towels with someone else's pubes on them?

[What she said]

And also, once you've chugged that bottle of Fanta Orange, does it really matter if your orange juice contains added sweeteners? But it's all about choice I suppose ;)

LOL So true.



Morrissey demands a private car with a professional driver available to drive him at any time. The car must be black with dark windows: if a Mercedes S-500 is not available, then a Lexus, BMW or Jaguar will also be accepted.

Ok maybe i little too much. If I was famous I'd actually not ask for such an expensive car, I'd prefer an automobile less "a very rich and famous person rides here" so I wouldn't attract any kind of attention.


All food should be vegetarian. For everyone. Including all crews, stands and attendants inside the venue and in its vicinity. If there is a barbeque spot nearby, the artists' room should be placed so that the wind will not be in their direction. All food should be fresh and healthy and mineral water should be supplied all the time. A balanced diet must be kept and upheld.

Kitchen should be stocked with the following for the artist: peas, spinach, carrots – all steamed. Roasted potatoes and grilled asparagus. Pasta – only with simple tomato sauce. Morrissey does not eat any kind of chili or spices. In addition, the food in the venue (whether sold at the stands or brought by the audience) shall be completely vegetarian – meat will not be allowed inside the venue.

Completely agree. I'd ask for the same thing.

[Theo]

Morrissey demands a private car with a professional driver available to drive him at any time. The car must be black with dark windows: if a Mercedes S-500 is not available, then a Lexus, BMW or Jaguar will also be accepted.


Whoa, Morrissey is requesting cars that almost always have LEATHER SEATS. Morrissey wants to ride to concerts sitting on the skins of dead animals!! He's owned cars himself that have full leather interiors, so no surprise. But the hypocrisy is still astounding.



The tables for food and drinks should be covered with tablecloths.

People who are fussy like this are complete jack-asses.



Organic milk, 2% fat.


I thought PETA said milk is rape. Why not soy milk, Morrissey?



Six large bottles of Fiji or Volvic mineral water.


I truly hope this demand list is a fraud. It's been years since comic Sarah Silverman did her hilarious spoof of a demanding celebrity in her movie Jesus Is Magic, having a temper tantrum when her water backstage is a brand other than Fiji. It's hard to believe there are actually celebrities who are like that, but Morrissey shows us there are. Don't be such an ass-clown, Morrissey.



Fries made from organic potatoes with no salt, plus one pack of Cheez-It crackers, red or white cheese flavor (photos of the crackers were also included).

Photos included! Please tell me this isn't for real. Morrissey truly has lost his marbles if this is the type of person he is.



Drinks will be sold in paper or plastic cups, including water.

I won't attend a Morrissey concert unless they serve me Fiji water. My lips cannot touch any water other than FIJI!!!!



All food should be vegetarian. For everyone. Including all crews, stands and attendants inside the venue and in its vicinity. If there is a barbeque spot nearby, the artists' room should be placed so that the wind will not be in their direction.


Get a life, Morrissey. You're riding to the concert on leather seats. I'm sure you can survive smelling a BBQ, you ASSCLOWN.



A balanced diet must be kept and upheld.

Jesus, Morrissey sounds almost fascist in his health nuttery. Just remember, people like that almost always die young.

Someone needs to rip Morrissey out of his celebrity cocoon and toss him back into the real world.

[Theo]

This is exactly like the list that was leaked a few years ago, so no surprise really. He seems to exist on tea, bread and breakfast cereal.


Does he demand that beverages only be served to cncert-goers in cups or plastic because he fears they might throw bottles at him?

[Theo]

Hold on...

Morrissey does know that Corona isn't suitable for vegetarians doesn't he??

Corona is a yuppie beer. But then Fiji is a yuppie water.

I don't trust any food or beverage products from Mexico. People keep getting sick from tomatos and jalapeno peppers and whatnot from Mexico, apparently because Mexicans take shits all over the foods they grow. My grocer gets their tomatos from Canada, so I had nothing to worry about during the recent tomato scare.

[viva hate1]

his demands list is ok,he`s not so demanding,he loves corona beer i love corona too it`s a great beer :D OH MY GOD I CAN`T BELIEVE IT,HE`S MY SOULMATE......I KNEW IT!!!!

[Theo]

his demands list is ok,he`s not so demanding,he loves corona beer i love corona too it`s a great beer :D OH MY GOD I CAN`T BELIEVE IT,HE`S MY SOULMATE......I KNEW IT!!!!

I bet Mexicans urinate in that shit.

[Mr.Improper PIMP..mofo]

Police or security:
There will be no uniformed policemen present backstage or between the barriers, unless asked by the production or the artist.
"Morrissey does not tolerate any sort of violent or aggressive behavior from any crew member, security guard or policeman. Everyone shall be treated equally and with dignity at any time."

"Unless it's a fan! Then, his bald and (very) large security dude, will pick up or grab said: perp/stage diver/invader, forcefully, and be PUMMELED by said person, and in not-so-nice and unfriendly way"


I say this because ANYONE who's been to any of his shows? will know the person I'm speaking of. I've seen that dude literally slam people to the ground very "VIOLENTLY AND AGGRESSIVELY", and with not alot of "Dignity". One time, I saw him literally Undertaker choke slam like, drop a thin fan to the ground, where he lay lifeless, and for what I may add: running and or jumping onto the stage to touch his hero.

Kinda hypocritical don't cha think?


Just sayin.

[EPbabe]

He loves asparagus! :o *sighs* Now my heart is full...

[The Cat's Mother]

He loves asparagus! :o *sighs* Now my heart is full...

I like asparagus as much as the next person; in fact I love fresh fruit and veg generally, but.... the food on this rider would have me slavering for a decent curry within the week. Presumably the band and crew don't have to live on this diet, too?

[I am a Ghost]

I bet Mexicans urinate in that shit.

i KNOW you're an arsehole....

[EPbabe]

He loves asparagus! :o *sighs* Now my heart is full...


I like asparagus as much as the next person; in fact I love fresh fruit and veg generally, but.... the food on this rider would have me slavering for a decent curry within the week. Presumably the band and crew don't have to live on this diet, too?

I think it's for one show only. So if they have to share it for one night, it's okay, I guess, but I don't think he can specify what band members eat. For some reason I can't see Boz being told what to have for dinner...

Asparagus rules! And so does asparagus pee! :p

[The Cat's Mother]

.....but I don't think he can specify what band members eat. For some reason I can't see Boz being told what to have for dinner...

The band and crew probably have an Escape Committee, tunnelling under the hotel to the nearest takeaway.


Asparagus rules! And so does asparagus pee! :p

I suppose that....... :o No, I'll save that one for the Farm. :D

[sistasheila]

Organic milk, 2% fat.
davdavon




Why not soy milk, Moz?.

moz drinking milk triggers a memory of the lovely shirt a member of this forum ( mel torment ?)did wear to a morrissey concert..she photoshoped the what difference pic of moz hlding thr milk glass and printed GOT MOZ?(which of xcourse refers to the famous GOT MILK? advert;)
i liked this a lot and want to recreate it but the photoshop told me they couldnt print a pic on a dark background...uh?i have seen a black hoodie with the arsenal cover on the back (selfmade)
-quiffaa it wasnt that you at the edinburgh quarry night-right?)
so i wonder ..why he isnt able to print a pic on a dark background?

and about the fiji water isnt`t that one of the most expensive waters around?

[Bozzy Wozzy]

http://www.vegetarian-gourmet.com/fishy_fanta.html

Vegetarians shouldn't drink Fanta as it contains fish.:eek:

[j funk]

Vegans dont eat honey? Jeez.

Which beers arent vegetarian? There was that fuss about some sort of gelatine product being used in the filtration of Ribena and I think this applies to some ales as well. What else?

I'm not sure I'd even care about this TBH.

[Morrissey the 23rd]

http://www.vegetarian-gourmet.com/fishy_fanta.html

Vegetarians shouldn't drink Fanta as it contains fish.:eek:

Uh-oh! and why? Now I know what is so misunderstood about Dr Pepper.

[maynardmorrissey]

LOL at the Fanta.
In Austria we say:
"Trink a Fanta, daunn steht a wie a glanda"
which means:
'Drink Fanta for a good erection.'
:D

[Compadre]

:D love cheese its!

[Dow Jones]

http://www.vegetarian-gourmet.com/fishy_fanta.html

Vegetarians shouldn't drink Fanta as it contains fish.:eek:

GOD DAMNIT

I haven't had one of those in ages now I want one cos of this thread but it's got fish in it!
ldkjbgaskjdbaks LAME

[westendgirl]

Two bottles of Corona Beer
A bottle of Fanta Orange.


The influence of Mexicans is so evident here. Viva Morrissey :)

Somebody needs to help him see how good chile is! (I volunteer myself!:D)Then the mexican influence will be complete. :D
How could he not like chile?! Ayayayayy.....:p

[Dow Jones]

Somebody needs to help him see how good chile is! (I volunteer myself!:D)Then the mexican influence will be complete. :D
How could he not like chile?! Ayayayayy.....:p
Seriously!

[bogdana]

i love that he'll eat cheez its, full of chemicals, and pitches a fit if someone in the entire venue wants to eat meat.
no spices on anything, AND vegetarian? Does he have a disease where he cannot taste?

[westendgirl]

Seriously!

I seriously cannot live without spice in my food. I put it on almost everything....and to show you how nutty I am when it comes to chile...I ate a whole small tub of my abuela's homemade salsa in two friggin days! I can't resist. :D

But what you put before, if he really has to stick to a bland diet and no chile that is really sucky....

[Dow Jones]

i love that he'll eat cheez its, full of chemicals, and pitches a fit if someone in the entire venue wants to eat meat.
no spices on anything, AND vegetarian? Does he have a disease where he cannot taste?
I think he whined about only eating bland foods in an interview. I'll see if I can find it.

[bogdana]

I think he whined about only eating bland foods in an interview. I'll see if I can find it.

I guess he needs that waaaahmbulance when it comes to body fueling :D

[Dow Jones]

I seriously cannot live without spice in my food. I put it on almost everything....and to show you how nutty I am when it comes to chile...I ate a whole small tub of my abuela's homemade salsa in two friggin days! I can't resist. :D

But what you put before, if he really has to stick to a bland diet and no chile that is really sucky....

Everything I eat has to be drowned in one or all of the following: Tabasco, Chili Power Concoction, Jalapenos, Pure Elemental Fire... you get the picture. I even loved that crap in the womb! Man I love spicy stuff. Mmmmmm.

[oye terence]

Everything on eat has to be drowned in one or all of the following: Tabasco, Chili Power Concoction, Jalapenos, Pure Elemental Fire... you get the picture. I even loved that crap in the womb! Man I love spicy stuff. Mmmmmm.

yikes!!

i would die i think,i sometimes think i am over doing it when i dont buy mild salsa and for the medium ,super hot would just kill me i think.

t

[bogdana]

yikes!!

i would die i think,i sometimes think i am over doing it when i dont buy mild salsa and for the medium ,super hot would just kill me i think.

t

I dont like anything spicier than medium, and chinese hot mustard. But to have absolutely no spices is pretty boring.

[westendgirl]

Everything I eat has to be drowned in one or all of the following: Tabasco, Chili Power Concoction, Jalapenos, Pure Elemental Fire... you get the picture. I even loved that crap in the womb! Man I love spicy stuff. Mmmmmm.

Mmm, your making me hungry! The only thing usually in my house in Tapatio...in fact a friend I have, her and I use to buy flamin' hot cheetos, practically drown them in tapatio, then lemon juice, and a bit of chili powder...it is soooo good. :D

[oye terence]

I dont like anything spicier than medium, and chinese hot mustard. But to have absolutely no spices is pretty boring.

haha i just notice i ended my last post wit h a "t",that was a typo as i deleted what i was going to say but missed that letter ,but the "t" worked out

a girfriend once,trying to be cute,made sandwiches for us to eat in a park we were going to,a little mini picnic,she even carved the bread into heart shapes,very adorable,but she did not have regular mustard so thought the little packets of mustard she found in her kitchen were okay,they were the chinese mustard packets and after one bite i was sweating and dying.
hahah
she tried anyways.

[bogdana]

ALways be weary of people who carve hearts out of bread!!

[oye terence]

ALways be weary of people who carve hearts out of bread!!

haha it was cute,well till i had a bite or two and realized the massive amount of mustard in it and began to have hot flashes.

[Theo]

moz drinking milk triggers a memory of the lovely shirt a member of this forum ( mel torment ?)did wear to a morrissey concert..she photoshoped the what difference pic of moz hlding thr milk glass and printed GOT MOZ?(which of xcourse refers to the famous GOT MILK? advert;)
i liked this a lot and want to recreate it but the photoshop told me they couldnt print a pic on a dark background...uh?i have seen a black hoodie with the arsenal cover on the back (selfmade)
-quiffaa it wasnt that you at the edinburgh quarry night-right?)
so i wonder ..why he isnt able to print a pic on a dark background?

and about the fiji water isnt`t that one of the most expensive waters around?


I don't know if it's the priciest at the store, but it's one of the costliest on the environment.

I can understand drinking bottled water while traveling. Who knows what's going on with the water in some of these places. You can't get delicious Lake Erie tap everywhere, after all. But it's pretty funny that he's so brand-conscious about it and picks the stereotypical water brand of Hollywood assclowns.

Once in awhile I'll drink a chocolate milk, but for the most part I find milk absolutely disgusting and I feel like I'm drinking something like the sweat of a cow. So, I put vanilla soy milk on my Grape Nuts and Cheerios.

[Theo]

Everything I eat has to be drowned in one or all of the following: Tabasco, Chili Power Concoction, Jalapenos, Pure Elemental Fire... you get the picture. I even loved that crap in the womb! Man I love spicy stuff. Mmmmmm.


I put Tabasco on most shit I eat, too. Though sometimes just the milder garlic one (which is especially good in tuna!). I've never had the guts to try the habanero one.

[Mars_Rover]

phew, thank god for that! Someone sent me a list of beers yesterday that were vegetarian-friendly and Corona wasn't on it.

Why wouldn't any beer be vegetarian? I can't think what would go in it that'd come from animals.

[westendgirl]

I put Tabasco on most shit I eat, too. Though sometimes just the milder garlic one (which is especially good in tuna!). I've never had the guts to try the habanero one.

Ooooh, you should though! Your missing out. It'll really give you some spice for yur money. ;)

[Corrissey]

figs

But God hates figs :p

[Not Right in the Head]

But God hates figs :p

It's so unjust, isn't it?
http://www.godhatesfigs.com/

[Corrissey]

I'm glad you posted after me, otherwise people might be like :confused: wtf :confused: at me... well, moreso than usual anyway :rolleyes:

[Dave]

God, I despise Corona. The piss of all beers except for Pabst Blue Ribbon and King Cobra. Corona is the only beer that makes me ill. I'm stickng with Bass.

Olympia is as bad as any, I think.

[Corrissey]

Olympia is as bad as any, I think.

Hey, PBR is not bad. It's all my bro in law drinks so when we visit, it's what we drink. I've come to enjoy er, tolerate it :p I'm so not a beer snob.

[Theo]

God, I despise Corona. The piss of all beers except for Pabst Blue Ribbon and King Cobra. Corona is the only beer that makes me ill. I'm stickng with Bass.



Pabst is pretty good for the price! Plus, it was Dennis Hopper's choice in Blue Velvet.

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We drink Steel Reserve 211 here in Cleveland. Well, I mostly drink scotch, but Two-Elevens to keep the buzz going.....

[leastlikelyto]

Two bottles of Corona Beer.


Long time favourite?

http://forums.morrissey-solo.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=5693&stc=1&d=1216450747

[leastlikelyto]

http://www.vegetarian-gourmet.com/fishy_fanta.html

Vegetarians shouldn't drink Fanta as it contains fish.:eek:

Well, shure, that statement from that website could be as true as it is false. I have never heard of that before, neither from well informed vegans or vegetarians. And I don't see any sustainable sources for this information or anything, only some text on a background. Nothing proves anything with this. You can't belive evreything that you read.

[Anaesthesine]

I dont like anything spicier than medium, and chinese hot mustard. But to have absolutely no spices is pretty boring.

Of course I don't know Morrissey's motives for his backstage rider requests, but I suspect the "no spice" thing may be related to his singing.

My best friend was an opera singer, and if you've ever spent any time around people whose voices are the center of their being, you know that they are hyper-aware of anything that could adversely effect their vocal performance. Spicy foods are just no good for someone who is about to sing.

I wonder if Morrissey is as nonchalant as he pretends to be about his voice.

[Chartres]

Well, shure, that statement from that website could be as true as it is false. I have never heard of that before, neither from well informed vegans or vegetarians. And I don't see any sustainable sources for this information or anything, only some text on a background. Nothing proves anything with this. You can't belive evreything that you read.

Really, never heard of it? Fanta use gelatin based on fish and this is certainly nothing unusual. Gelatin is used for clarification of many juices and beers and even some spirits. The special kind of gelatin extracted from fish is isinglass and comes from it's swim bladder is in fact one of the oldest sources of gelatin and is today mostly used in wines and beers. This is the reason some beers are labeled "suitable for vegetarians".

This is no secret; "There's only a small part that's based on fish. Perhaps some milligram per litre." /Peter Bodor, Coca Cola company.

Here's Livsmedelsverkets list (in Swedish of course) of E-nrs to worry about if you wish:
http://www.slv.se/templates/SLV_Page.aspx?id=14049&epslanguage=SV

[leastlikelyto]

Really, never heard of it? Fanta use gelatin based on fish and this is certainly nothing unusual. Gelatin is used for clarification of many juices and beers and even some spirits. The special kind of gelatin extracted from fish is isinglass and comes from it's swim bladder is in fact one of the oldest sources of gelatin and is today mostly used in wines and beers. This is the reason some beers are labeled "suitable for vegetarians".

This is no secret; "There's only a small part that's based on fish. Perhaps some milligram per litre." /Peter Bodor, Coca Cola company.

Here's Livsmedelsverkets list (in Swedish of course) of E-nrs to worry about if you wish:
http://www.slv.se/templates/SLV_Page.aspx?id=14049&epslanguage=SV


Well thank you for providing me with a trustable source. At first it sounded a bit fishy if you know what I mean. Cheers.

[Chartres]

Well thank you for providing me with a trustable source. At first it sounded a bit fishy if you know what I mean. Cheers.

No problem, didn't believe it in the beginning myself;).

[lztom]

"Don't think it's hugely demanding compared to some that you see." - QUOTE

I agree. I just saw a rider recently, don't remember whose, that said the M&M's had to be separated according to color.:confused::eek:

That was Van Halen but they only specified that because they knew if there were brown M&Ms in the bowl, the venue hadn't read the rider closely enough and there'd almost inevitably be other, more serious problems with the setup.

[Jim Rome]

I put Tabasco on most shit I eat, too. Though sometimes just the milder garlic one (which is especially good in tuna!). I've never had the guts to try the habanero one.

You're missing out Brah!

http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h46/vansmack_2006/tapatio.jpg

[Oso Blanco]

Kerrygold Salted butter

Coool ... we're eating the same butter!

[bobalmighty]

http://www.thesmokinggun.com/backstagetour/index.html

Here are a LOAD of riders. I recommend Iggy Pop's one. It takes the piss out of all other riders and it's hilarious. They demand a Bob Hope impersonater so they can hear his jokes about golf and Bing Crosby. Brilliance.

[Mel_Torment]

moz drinking milk triggers a memory of the lovely shirt a member of this forum ( mel torment ?)did wear to a morrissey concert..she photoshoped the what difference pic of moz hlding thr milk glass and printed GOT MOZ?(which of xcourse refers to the famous GOT MILK? advert;)
i liked this a lot and want to recreate it but the photoshop told me they couldnt print a pic on a dark background...uh?i have seen a black hoodie with the arsenal cover on the back (selfmade)
-quiffaa it wasnt that you at the edinburgh quarry night-right?)
so i wonder ..why he isnt able to print a pic on a dark background?


I didn't wear it at a concert, but I happened to be wearing it in this story (http://forums.morrissey-solo.com/showthread.php?p=547454&#post547454) where I ran into Moz about a week before the Oye Esteban tour started.

You should be able to make this shirt yourself on a dark fabric, but you need an opaque transfer specifically for dark fabrics. I've used Avery (http://www.buyonlinenow.com/viewitemsAct.asp?classlabel=SGAA&manufactlabel=1700031&SKU=AVE3279_BULK&gb=1) - about $12 US at a retail shop for a 5-pack. Just be gentle when you wash it, and don't use a machine to dry it.

If you don't like the conventional opaque cheap iron-on transfers, this t-shirt forum (http://www.t-shirtforums.com/heat-press-heat-transfers/t15125.html)has additional advice. Need advice? Nobody ever looks at you twice? ;)

I think Mozzer's "demands" are fairly modest and reasonable. A promoter doesn't have to agree to the entire rider. Sometimes the rider is just an exercise in seeing what they can get; sometimes it's serious and non-negotiable. I've seen a promoter cross out or amend the list and then fax it back to the artist's rep, who then usually agrees. I remember a local band who got signed to a major label coming to the uni with a Spinal Tap-esque rider, and our events coordinator responded with, "Uh, I think we can provide some sammiches." And they had to make do with that. :D

[sistasheila]

I didn't wear it at a concert, but I happened to be wearing it in this story where I ran into Moz about a week before the Oye Esteban tour started.
uh? didnt you wear it at one of the roundhouse gigs i swear i saw this particular shirt there ...worn by you..
thnks for the tip with the shirts

[Mel_Torment]

uh? didnt you wear it at one of the roundhouse gigs i swear i saw this particular shirt there ...worn by you..
thnks for the tip with the shirts

I think I may have worn Morrissey's Greatest Tits shirt one of the nights in January, but I am certain I did NOT wear Got Moz? shirt at any of the Roundhouse gigs because the Got Moz? shirt is practically in tatters by now.

Oh, I know...on the back of the Greatest Tits shirt is the What Diff. cover with All You Need Is M -- Got Moz? on it. I put it on the back so that anyone unfortunate enough to get a view of my back would at least be entertained for a few seconds.

The shirt Moz saw me wearing back in '99 during a random meeting had a large image of the What Diff. cover on the front. I used 4 transfer sheets to make it. One of the edges overlapped by 1/4", so that's why I was embarrassed about it not being executed perfectly.

You're welcome for the tips. Happy shirt-designing! :D

[sistasheila]

Oh, I know...on the back of the Greatest Tits shirt is the What Diff. cover with All You Need Is M -- Got Moz? on it. I put it on the back so that anyone unfortunate enough to get a view of my back would at least be entertained for a few seconds.

yes that was it!......
oh can i just compliment you just on that interesting website: "morrissey and camp"
you created...i posted the link somewhere in that thread-side 2 i guess
http://forums.morrissey-solo.com/showthread.php?t=88178

[APassionLikeMine]

oh, and a pack of Hanes "wedgie free" panties

[iamkali62]

What? No Kit Kats? Sacrilege! :D ( I've always preferred Fiji water even though it's damned expensive. I was stopped by a federale in Tijuana for carrying a bottle of Fiji around. Because of its square shape, I guess it looked like a liquor bottle.

[sistasheila]

50g quality vegetarian cheddar cheese from Ireland or New Zealand.[


But what's up with the New Zealand cheese? I can't name a single type of Kiwi cheese.
i live of cheese..so i would be very interested to know which brand these are...i have never seen them here... maybe the quaility is soo good because of the nutrient grass there?:p


IAlso:corona? Jesus Moz, have a bit of taste, please!
hmm have heard that anti corona dissing quite a lot...whats so bad about it..compared to others?Im no beer expert,you see;-)


This is exactly like the list that was leaked a few years ago, so no surprise really. He seems to exist on tea, bread and breakfast cereal.

Whatever. People's riders have been published forever. In fact, this isn't even the first time Moz has had one posted online.r.

http://www.morrissey-solo.com/article.pl?sid=05/02/01/1436210 ;)
thnks very much for the link of the otherrider from the oslo 2004concert;):)

once again davdavon thnks for the edffort in translating the lior ashkenazi, and gal uchowsky interview as well as this!

[cherrylipstick]

Kerrygold Salted butter (sample photos of the butter were included with the list)

The photos of the butter made me laugh harder than they should:D:p

[vivabob]

Posted on YNet:


A private bathroom only for Morrissey – a must.


obviously boz cuts his toenails in the shower :eek::sick:

[The Seeker of Good Songs]

I know this is an old thread but I have thought about this nearly everytime I go to the market and see Fiji water.

I find it very reasonable and actually very logical that he chooses something like Fiji water.

What is the reason most people choose bottled water? They think local water below standard, for whatever reason. Possibly convenience.

Why do travelers choose bottled water? The thought is that local water may have, for lack of a better word, "contaminants"; the traveler will get stomach upset from the local water.

What is bottled water much of the time? Local or regional water sometimes treated, but not necessarily or always.

What is a given about Fiji water? It comes from Fiji and is relatively speaking, always the same.

So, no matter where one travels, if one has Fiji water, they know what they are drinking.


That's my 2 cents...I know I have too much time on my hands.