Rick Astley Twitter: Rick Astley & Blossoms perform the songs of The Smiths - 2 Smiths-themed concerts in October (September 14, 2021)

Further to today's coverage of their Smiths covers, Rick Astley & Blossoms are playing 2 special Smiths-themed gigs in October.
Thanks to @davidt for the information.
Confirmed via ticket outlets:


(Link courtesy of @Uncleskinny)

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Related item:

• NME: "Watch Blossoms and Rick Astley team up to cover The Smiths" - September 14, 2021
• Rick Astley mentions The Smiths to Rolling Stone - August 24, 2016

Media item:

• The Independent: Morrissey mocked after Rick Astley and Blossoms team up for The Smiths performances - September 15, 2021

 

[Young And Alive]

If Morrissey is going to return the favour in any way, then I think it's more likely he'd cover something by Blossoms rather than Rick.

They have a song called "My Favourite Room" which I think Morrissey would be great at.

 

[ZOOM FROM GLOOM]

If Morrissey is going to return the favour

What favor ? Did Morrissey or Marr ask for this?

in any way, then I think it's more likely he'd cover something by Blossoms rather than Rick.

They have a song called "My Favourite Room" which I think Morrissey would be great at.

 

[Surface]

I reckon its a cert Johnny will turn up and play a song or two at the Manchester gig with them.

Are you saying that I said they can’t sell tickets by just playing their own songs?, because I never said that in my post.

I believe that, but I wonder what the deal was for Classically Smiths that Marr
stopped from happening then.

Ah ok I miss understood. The cancellation of Classically Smiths was nothing to do with Marr. Shame it never happened though as Hacienda Classical has become a really big event to the point where they are now playing arenas's and large outdoor venues.

Classically Smiths gigs cancelled as Mike Joyce pulls out

Just a day after the Classically Smiths concerts were confirmed, Andy Rourke claimed he was never involved and now drummer Mike Joyce has pulled out

www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk

 

[ZOOM FROM GLOOM]

They also have to acknowledge him as Johnny Bleepin' Marr
durin' the performance.

Yes heavy on the ‘bleepin’. They don’t wanna offend anyone these days.

 

[ZOOM FROM GLOOM]

I reckon its a cert Johnny will turn up and play a song or two at the Manchester gig with them.


Ah ok I miss understood. The cancellation of Classically Smiths was nothing to do with Marr.

Ok I have no proof that Marr or Morrissey had anything to do with stopping it.

But do you have any proof they didn’t ?

Let’s not forget that it seems that Andy wouldn’t want to upset Marr, and Mike thought it pointless without Andy.

Shame it never happened though as Hacienda Classical has become a really big event to the point where they are now playing arenas's and large outdoor venues.

Classically Smiths gigs cancelled as Mike Joyce pulls out

Just a day after the Classically Smiths concerts were confirmed, Andy Rourke claimed he was never involved and now drummer Mike Joyce has pulled out

www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk

 

[Surface]

Ah! so little johnny is grabbing some jewels then !

They are both on the same bill at The Old Trafford gig next weekend, so just assuming they will sort something out, Albert Hallis a venue he likes to play as well.

 

[ZOOM FROM GLOOM]

They are both on the same bill at The Old Trafford gig next weekend, so just assuming they will sort something out, Albert Hallis a venue he likes to play as well.

oh yes, we can be sure Johnny will find a way.

 

[Surface]

Ok I have no proof that Marr or Morrissey had anything to do with stopping it.

But do you have any proof they didn’t ?

Let’s not forget that it seems that Andy wouldn’t want to upset Marr.

Well the reasons for the cancellation are well publicised but if you want to play the conspiracy theorist, fill your boots. The only thing Marr did was criticise the event.

Johnny Marr takes shots at 'Classically Smiths' reunion shows

Johnny Marr has criticised the series of ‘Classically Smiths’ gigs organised by former Smiths members for being a cash-grab. The gigs have now all been cancelled. The gig series was organised with former Smiths drummer Mike Joyce, bassist Andy Rourke and second guitarist Craig Gannon to reunite...

www.nme.com

Classically Smiths cancelled as Mike Joyce follows suit with Andy Rourke in not participating — Post-Punk.com

In news that comes as no surprise, Classically Smiths, the event that was to see Mike Joyce, Andy Rourke, and Craig Gannon of The Smiths perform with the backing of…

post-punk.com

 

[Surface]

oh yes, we can be sure Johnny will find a way.

Yep, he loves playing live.

 

[ZOOM FROM GLOOM]

Well the reasons for the cancellation are well publicised but if you want to play the conspiracy theorist, fill your boots. The only thing Marr did was criticise the event.

Johnny Marr takes shots at 'Classically Smiths' reunion shows

Johnny Marr has criticised the series of ‘Classically Smiths’ gigs organised by former Smiths members for being a cash-grab. The gigs have now all been cancelled. The gig series was organised with former Smiths drummer Mike Joyce, bassist Andy Rourke and second guitarist Craig Gannon to reunite...

www.nme.com

Classically Smiths cancelled as Mike Joyce follows suit with Andy Rourke in not participating — Post-Punk.com

In news that comes as no surprise, Classically Smiths, the event that was to see Mike Joyce, Andy Rourke, and Craig Gannon of The Smiths perform with the backing of…

post-punk.com

whatever.

 

[ZOOM FROM GLOOM]

Yep, he loves playing live.

does he?

 

[vegan cro spirit .888]

i wouldnt put it beyond to actually show up and play with a Smiths tribute band
wig and all
A shanda of epic proportions

 

[Surface]

does he?

Yes

 

[The Wild Turkey]

Yes heavy on the ‘bleepin’. They don’t wanna offend anyone these days.

Heavy on the bleepin' and heavy on the bloopin'.
The tater comet.

 

[ZOOM FROM GLOOM]

Yes

how do you know, besides him saying so (if he has?) and him doing gigs?

 

[Surface]

how do you know, besides him saying so (if he has?) and him doing gigs?

I’d assume him saying so is a pretty good indicator.

 

[ZOOM FROM GLOOM]

I’d assume him saying so is a pretty good indicator.

really? Well it may be good enough for you.

 

[Surface]

Yes it is.

 

[Deleted member 28251]

Yes it is.

Are you sure?

 

[Surface]

Are you sure?

About what?