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davidt
on Saturday March 07 2009, @09:45AM
An anonymous person writes:
Just called Variety Playhouse - Morrissey cancelled the show tonight. ---
Also posted in the comments by Patrick M. (original post): Atlanta Cancelled Tonight's performance in Atlanta has been canceled. This hasn't been officially announced yet, but will be in a few short hours I would hope. Without betraying any trusts, I will say this news is 100% legit. This news should come as little surprise to those who were in attendance to last night's gig, but Morrissey's voice is gone and he would not be able to perform tonight under any condition. I know some people will be traveling to Atlanta, so I thought it be only fair to mention the fact that the show has been canceled. This decision was reached some time last night, and I personally find it offensive that this news wasn't put out to the fans immediately, as they are the ones most affected. Moz's PR firm "Girlie Action" is a known joke, and will no doubt spin their usual line of hastily written b.s. at the last possible minute, but take it from me —this tour is in serious trouble. --- Variety Playhouse site confirms the show is cancelled. Link posted by AllYouNeedIsMoz in the forums (original post): Tonight's show with Morrissey is cancelled. As you probably know, the first 4 dates of the tour were cancelled due to illness. He did the show last night in Myrtle Beach and apparently had a great deal of trouble, cutting his set in half. As of now, we do not have a make-up date but hope to re-schedule for the Fall. Refunds are available at the point of purchase.
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Sick (Score:0)
good lord (Score:0)
holy shit! (Score:0)
Seriously, the man is sick- it happens (Score:0)
Rest up Moz, but don't forget us when you finally do have the time.
Good luck and Godspeed~
(User #22082 Info)
Sorry. (Score:0)
Rescheduling? (Score:1)
(User #18941 Info | http://www.youtube.com/SDHigbie)
I feared this would happen... (Score:1)
(User #14232 Info)
Give him a break (Score:0)
Slow Down (Score:1)
(User #18054 Info)
Atlanta is a sad place today (Score:0)
However, Morrissey needs to recover fully before he continues.
(User #20404 Info)
yes, he's still ill..... (Score:3, Interesting)
"I have survived the interrogation of Atlanta's immigration officials and Myrtle Beach shall have me tomorrow nite (Friday), and the world from then onwards
He meant: "If my voice can take it"
"One of the many penalties of being human is that tours often take a military push to start, well, all of our answers will be in our songs tomorrow night. The bloodbath starts at 7.30. Life is testing you out. Be ready for anything."
"Be ready for a slew of canceled shows" would have been more appropriate.
We all understand that people get sick and clearly we can see that he really is. All the fans would like to hear is a brief heartfelt apology and explanation. It's just a nice thing to do. The fans will understand.
What I don't understand is that for someone who gets sick as often as he does, why he schedules so many shows in a row without a decent break in between. The man is 50 yrs old...that would be hard on anyone...does he really think he can pull that off? My guess is there are many more canceled shows to come.
Thanks for the heads up on Atlanta...I know the fans who plan to travel from far away will appreciate it. Lord knows Morrissey would not be as considerate.
Despite his poor record I still look forward to catching a couple of shows....as risky as it is!
(User #18555 Info)
this is sad (Score:0)
*lump in throat* (Score:1)
There was a lot of very busy publicity exposure before the start of the tour. Concern about live reception for the new album which is perhaps the most personal and emotional yet, and therefore demanding, would raise tensions. The impatience of fans and heightened speculation about his condition would have been no secret. Any issues with the band's musical unity would not have helped. All of this could only aggravate whatever ailment has befallen Morrissey, which we can only hope will be shortlived after another wee rest under tlc.
Life is a Pigsty.
Oh to hear his healed singing voice and see him smile and dance again!
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Midwest (Score:0)
I hope he recovers in tome for Columbus/Chicago.
Drink some OJ, Moz. And get some rest. With this economy, you were one of the few bright spots I looked forward to.
Well, it's not our birthdays anymore... (Score:1, Interesting)
Moz, I know you actually do read these posts- just know that the vast majority of us, while upset at the thought of missing you this time around, understand and genuinely hope you are OK. And those who are throwing a fit are just extremely let down and will get over it. I suppose it's what happens when people look forward to something for a very long time, spend money, travel, etc, and then this, but as we know... shit happens.
Don't let this affect the rest of your tour- take the time you need to recover fully and then... come back with a vengeance and show us all yet again how great you truly incredible you are live.
Best wishes and get well soon~
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Let the hot bath begin (Score:0)
Maybe he should eat some meat. Seriously, I ate two hot dogs last night at the House of Blues and feel perfectly fine. I can't remember when the last time I was sick for more than a couple days.
He did shake my hand last night tho, maybe I should wash it just to be safe
Moz is Still Ill (Score:1)
(User #19527 Info)
Well I think (Score:0)
I hope this isn't the beginning of the end :( (Score:0)
As a side note, I sold a bunch of tickets for upcoming shows on eBay...what happens to the buyer's tickets if he cancels? Can they get refunds, or do I have to refund their money?
Get Better, Moz! (Score:1)
Viva,
Jay
(User #454 Info | http://jaytando.tripod.com/meeting-morrissey/)
Oh well... (Score:0)
A wish for good health (Score:1)
(User #18717 Info)
No Show. (Score:1)
Mozza is Mozza and Is prone to being "Still Ill"
Lets all unite and send best wishes to the Man, I really don't think he does it piss folk off.
Get well soon Moz & Get well soon Disappointed Fans.
Paul (UK)
(User #21725 Info)
Get well and rest (Score:0)
mass transit (Score:0)
Yes! (Score:1)
Morrissey gets his rest. He will make a full recovery and this tour will be one of his best.
I didn't have tickets because of a scheduling conflict this evening, but now I'll get to see him in Atlanta when he makes his way back 'round!
This cancellation couldn't have worked out any better for me!
I feel like my defense of him against the backdrop of crybabyism that has plagued this site has come back to repay me!
What a wonderful day!
(User #2326 Info)
get well, Morrissey (Score:0)
He is sick a holes! (Score:0)
morrissey is a diva (Score:0)
morrissey - do the right thing and suck it up
Get Well Morrissey... (Score:1)
Best wishes....Moz
(User #21092 Info)
set length? (Score:2, Interesting)
how long was myrtle beach supposed to be then? If/when moz gets back into tip top shape, there should be one hell of a set list awaiting us...one can hope anyway.
(User #20350 Info)
Ahhhh Ha Ha Ha....AHHHH Ha Ha Ha Ha.... (Score:0)
Roll the credits on Moz's career...this is how it ends folks!
Reschedule for The Fall? (Score:1)
As of now, we [...] hope to re-schedule for the Fall.
Reschedule for the Fall, meaning Mark E. Smith and his lot will play instead of Steven? That would amuse me a great deal!
(User #11129 Info)
Get well Soon (Score:0)
I know you're a vegetarian - have lots of spinach, brown bread, oranges & hot vegetable curry. That'll sort you out. Take it from me. Oranges, spinich & hot veg curry always does it for vegans like me! then a few glasses of quality red wine, a pint of fresh orange and a good nights kip. And few steaming mugs of hot strong milky tea.
Never watch TV when you're not well. The news will make you worse.
You'll be good as gold!
Something is squeezing me. (Score:0)
Ha ha... he's ill. This is temporary. The tour will be okay.
Some of you you really know how to overreact.
Viva Morrissey (Score:1)
Moz should play fewer shows at bigger arenas. Don't get me wrong I loved seeing Morrissey at the Hammerstein Ballroom and the Apollo Theater but sometimes you just have to think about your own well being sometimes.
(User #1795 Info)
get well (Score:1)
it happens at every tour, better now it start,
having throat infection or something in that way,
maybe flu, take yer time.
better a 100% gig than a sick quickie with no passion
(User #220 Info)
oh well (Score:1)
Oh well, better he get well and come back to ATL soon and ROCK than show up and disappoint us.
Feel better soon, Moz.
(User #21865 Info)
get well (Score:1)
(User #21981 Info)
whiskey toddys (Score:1)
Do what needs to be done Moz....
(User #18278 Info)
better not cancel my shows (Score:0)
Thinking of you... (Score:1)
xox
(User #20022 Info)
This is what happens when you... (Score:1)
Morrissey has never been a picture of perfect health. The man has not only exhibited consistent mental weakness when things don't go his way, but his intestinal fortitude is the worst of any performer I have ever seen. He is perpetually ill.
Part of this can probably be attributed to what I can only imagine is a terrible diet, and an overall inability to psychologically pull through episodes that many performers deal with all the time. When Morrissey performs at less than 100%, he tends to express a tinge of resentment towards his fanbase, as if it's their fault that he has to perform.
What this comes down to is whether or not he will reschedule, as he should, if he expects to convince anyone that his performances are more than just one big business venture. Considering his past actions, he's just not that kind of guy. Far too often, Morrissey's conscience seems non-existent.
I think that's what many fans have trouble with. The cancellations are often pathetic, but a little communication goes a long way. It shows that you actually care; whether it's required or not.
(User #20764 Info)
Not again! (Score:1)
(User #18149 Info)
lol (Score:0)
Show not cut in half... (Score:0)
Re:A Break (Score:0)
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Re:A Break (Score:0)
You're right, he's hitting 50 - all the more reason why he should SLOW DOWN and give HIMSELF a break! He should stop trying to fulfil the kind of touring schedule a 20yr old would struggle with since his voice clearly isn't up to it any longer. Sure, he owes us nothing, but equally, to repeatedly bail out of these long tours, when he knows fans pay airline tickets/hotels etc is just totally unacceptable. Sure, it's the fans' choice whether or not to travel - but Moz knows full well the kind of obsessively devoted following he has (whether or not he understands it), and it's getting past insulting now, it's getting embarrassing.
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Re:A Break (Score:0)
Funny, I never seem to hear about Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones, U2, etc etc etc constantly canceling shows every tour.
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Re:A Break (Score:1)
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