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JAMES MAKER : Statement on Autobiography Extract
posted by davidt on Friday June 27 2008, @12:00PM

JAMES MAKER writes:
I published a short extract from the chapter, "Morrissey: Gide The Ripper" of my forthcoming autobiography on MySpace. Regrettably, someone disabused my trust and submitted it to this site.

Such is the snatch & grab, baggage reclaimcarousel of life.

However, I would like to thank the well-wishers who have contacted me with messages of support and kindness. Thank you.

There has been much nonsense and conjecture written about Morrissey over the years.
It is no wonder. He is the most important, most enigmatic Pop artist of the 20th-century and, thusfar, this.

But assumptions often make a fool of one.

I care not one iota for the tales that circulate about me personally -- nor regarding my friendship with Morrissey.
I am 47 and merely grateful to have found a reliable source of fresh winter vegetables.

I am not in touch with Morrissey's organisation, neither am I influenced. I am my own person.

The book is being edited by a close friend (and popular colourist) Abigail Lawson, and will hopefully be released after the ink has dried on a contract that allows me to spend a much-needed Christmas in Montevideo.

James Maker

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Greatest Hits MP3 download $4 at Amazon
posted by davidt on Friday June 27 2008, @12:00PM

Joy writes:
Amazon.com is currently offering the Morrissey Greatest Hits album MP3 download for $4.
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Update: 06/27 23:17 GMT: now back to $8.99

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Tour: Cork, Ireland - Live at the Marquee Festival (June 26, 2008) post-show
posted by davidt on Thursday June 26 2008, @02:00PM

Post your info and reviews related to this concert in the comments section below. Informative and interesting posts will be moderated up and highlighted. Other links (photos, external reviews, etc.) related to this concert will also be compiled in this section as they are sent in.

( Read More/Comment | 159 words in story | 166 comments | tour.morrissey-solo.com )


Morrissey spotted at Damien Dempsey gig
posted by davidt on Thursday June 26 2008, @10:00AM

An anonymous person writes:
Moz spotted last night at Damien Dempsey gig in Cypress Ave ahead of tonights appearance at the Marquee in Cork
Has been staying at the Hayfield Manor in the City all week with his mother and met a newly married couple there by saying "I do hope it lasts"

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New Morrissey article in Dublin Event Guide
posted by davidt on Thursday June 26 2008, @10:00AM

An anonymous person writes:
Another great article about the Moz by the writer he praised from the stage at his Dublin Marlay Park gigs, did anyone else see it? It's in the current issue of the Dublin Event Guide, doesn't appear to be online yet, but just saw the print version. Can't wait for Moz's gig on Saturday.

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"Morrissey hasn't canceled yet" - Haaretz.com
posted by davidt on Thursday June 26 2008, @10:00AM

Fran writes:
Haaretz.com
Morrissey hasn't canceled yet
By Roni Dori

Excerpt:

Weiss rejects the idea that the audience waits to buy tickets to "steal time" and get a complete picture of scheduled performances, so that they can plan wisely in terms of their spending: "I don't believe in the approach that if there is a Morrissey concert in Hayarkon Park in July, that they won't buy then because they'll wait for Madonna's concert in October."

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O2 Wireless Festival Aftershow Party with DJ set by Gary Day (July 4) & Quarry Sails Down The Thames
posted by davidt on Thursday June 26 2008, @10:00AM

Quarrynight writes:
To follow Morrissey in Hyde Park there will be a Quarry After Show Party.

A Visual and Musical Tribute to Morrissey and The Smiths
Special Guest DJ Appearance By Gary Day
10 Minutes Walk From Hyde Park at

The Loop
19 Dering Street
London
W1S 1AH

Over 18s Only
10.30pm - 3am
Advance Tickets £7
Tickets on the Door £10
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Quarry Sails Down The Thames

Also following the success of last year's Thames boat trip I am pleased to confirm that there will be another boat trip this year.
Saturday 6th September 2008

onboard The M.V. Golden Salamander
7.45pm - Midnight

The boat will leave Embankment Pier at 8pm with boarding starting at 7.45pm.
Embankment Pier is directly opposite Embankment Tube Station.
For the smokers around there are open decks where smoking is legal.
Tickets for the event are now on sale via the Quarry Web site for £20.
Tickets can only be purchased for this event in advance because numbers need to be known before the day.

Full details, map, directions, mailing list and tickets are available on the Quarry web site.

Thanks for your support,
Mike

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