Re: New Morrissey interview at Correio Braziliense (Brazil)
Google translation: (I like the bit about canoes)
In terms of attitude, nothing compares to Steven Patrick Morrissey. The English artist, considered one of the most influential names in alternative and independent world stage, never hesitate to defend convictions that carry. Without fear and completely undisturbed with reviews, Moz was assumed vegetarian, he spoke about relations bisexual, criticized the English monarchy, questioned the phonographic trends, said he experienced a bachelor period, among other provocaões revealed over more than three -decade career.
But it was the music, primarily, he gave a lot of punches and generated poignant debates. Leader of the legendary band The Smiths, Morrissey overthrew the music scene of the 1980s and emerged as an alternative to the panorama of American pop instituted. The five years activity were enough to make the group one of the most celebrated names in alternative rock.
Solo, he continued to stand out by speech contrary to market and launched scathing discs. Recently released an autobiography - one of the greatest editorial successes of England - and returned to the pages of the world press because of esophageal cancer, which claims to be cured.
The Courier had the rare opportunity to chat with one of the most controversial artists of today. Before performing here on November 29, Moz was left questioning about The Smiths, policy positions and accumulated regrets. As for the show, showed no apprehension to face a city for the first time and only said to Brasilia: "I can not wait." The feeling is mutual.
1987
Year that The Smiths ends
interview Morrissey
Have you ever been in Brazil a few times. Some atypical memory?
Atypical? Well, I usually remember São Paulo, where a blind girl climbed on stage and come to me. She handed me a note that read: "I can not see you but love you." I do not think it's something that has happened to the staff of Abba, for example.
You can expect your retirement? You mentioned the possibility in past times ...
I'm exhausted from lack of interest from record labels. There comes a time when it seems irrelevant keep some hope that someone will give faces and recognize its value.
You never hesitated to share his political convictions. As an artist and public figure, feels obliged to position?
We all have that desire. We are all involved in a political life and suffer the consequences of bad governments. If you part of the political assumption that have some kind of divine intellectual power, it is well mistaken.
There is something yet to be achieved as an artist?
I have a repertoire that love and count on the most loyal audience on the planet. My success is unique and I am not confused with any other artist. I never took advantage of my position and never let myself be exploited. My canoes were re-recorded by great artists and I can touch almost everyone. Even today, after 33 years and counting. I am blessed in every way.
I say it was fully understood?
Yes, but that's a double-edged sword. There will always be those who dislike you, but not because they do not understand you, but because you hit places within those people of which they themselves do not like. Therefore criticize.
Google translation: (I like the bit about canoes)
In terms of attitude, nothing compares to Steven Patrick Morrissey. The English artist, considered one of the most influential names in alternative and independent world stage, never hesitate to defend convictions that carry. Without fear and completely undisturbed with reviews, Moz was assumed vegetarian, he spoke about relations bisexual, criticized the English monarchy, questioned the phonographic trends, said he experienced a bachelor period, among other provocaões revealed over more than three -decade career.
But it was the music, primarily, he gave a lot of punches and generated poignant debates. Leader of the legendary band The Smiths, Morrissey overthrew the music scene of the 1980s and emerged as an alternative to the panorama of American pop instituted. The five years activity were enough to make the group one of the most celebrated names in alternative rock.
Solo, he continued to stand out by speech contrary to market and launched scathing discs. Recently released an autobiography - one of the greatest editorial successes of England - and returned to the pages of the world press because of esophageal cancer, which claims to be cured.
The Courier had the rare opportunity to chat with one of the most controversial artists of today. Before performing here on November 29, Moz was left questioning about The Smiths, policy positions and accumulated regrets. As for the show, showed no apprehension to face a city for the first time and only said to Brasilia: "I can not wait." The feeling is mutual.
1987
Year that The Smiths ends
interview Morrissey
Have you ever been in Brazil a few times. Some atypical memory?
Atypical? Well, I usually remember São Paulo, where a blind girl climbed on stage and come to me. She handed me a note that read: "I can not see you but love you." I do not think it's something that has happened to the staff of Abba, for example.
You can expect your retirement? You mentioned the possibility in past times ...
I'm exhausted from lack of interest from record labels. There comes a time when it seems irrelevant keep some hope that someone will give faces and recognize its value.
You never hesitated to share his political convictions. As an artist and public figure, feels obliged to position?
We all have that desire. We are all involved in a political life and suffer the consequences of bad governments. If you part of the political assumption that have some kind of divine intellectual power, it is well mistaken.
There is something yet to be achieved as an artist?
I have a repertoire that love and count on the most loyal audience on the planet. My success is unique and I am not confused with any other artist. I never took advantage of my position and never let myself be exploited. My canoes were re-recorded by great artists and I can touch almost everyone. Even today, after 33 years and counting. I am blessed in every way.
I say it was fully understood?
Yes, but that's a double-edged sword. There will always be those who dislike you, but not because they do not understand you, but because you hit places within those people of which they themselves do not like. Therefore criticize.
