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Morrissey Storms Offstage in Michigan, Blames Security for Early Departure

Morrissey stormed offstage last night (Dec. 18) in Royal Oak, Mich., where security was reportedly overzealous in ejecting fans from the venue. ... Read More »

Morrissey Resurrects NME Libel Lawsuit Over Racist Portrayal

Morrissey is pushine a libel suit at NME for comments he sees to be edited to be more explosive. ... Read More »

Fool's Gold Turn to English Lyrics, Smiths' Afro-Pop Influence on 'Leave No Trace'

Fool's Gold singer/bassist Luke Top discusses the band's new album, 'Leave No Trace,' their upcoming tour with Red Hot Chili Peppers and Johnny Marr's Afro-pop influences. ... Read More »

Smiths Drummer Mike Joyce Defends Morrissey's Norway Comments

Former Smiths drummer Mike Joyce has leaped to the defence of Morrissey. ... Read More »

The Smiths' Songs to Be Turned Into Comics

The songs of 80s indie heroes the Smiths are to be turned into comic book stories. ... Read More »

Smiths' Back Catalogue Getting Huge Reissue in September

Brian Kersey, AP/PA Remastered versions of the Smiths' eight albums are to be released on ... Read More »

Morrissey Says Norway Massacre Is 'Nothing' Compared to Fast-Food Business

Morrissey's infamous mouth has landed the singer in hot water yet again after he said the recent Norway massacre is "nothing" compared to the killing of animals for fast food. ... Read More »

Morrissey Gets Attacked by a Dog, Suffers Broken Finger

Morrissey is a well-known lover of animals, but apparently not all critters share in the admiration. The British singer was recently attacked by a dog, suffering injuries to his hand and arm. ... Read More »

Morrissey's Headlining Appearance Prompts Meat Ban at Belgian Festival

Morrissey's appearance at a Belgian festival has prompted organisers to instigate the event's first-ever meat-free day. ... Read More »

Johnny Marr Listens to His Heart to Pen Trippy 'Big Bang' Film Score

Marr, who has kept up a steady stream of projects since the brief, wondrous life of the Smiths, indulged his craving for the States with his recent work on the soundtrack to 'The Big Bang.' ... Read More »

Morrissey Slams Kate Middleton, Praises Poly Styrene and Announces New Album

Morrissey sounds off about the royal wedding and lack of attention paid to Poly Styrene's passing. The former Smiths singer also announces a new record is ready and on the way. ... Read More »

Dum Dum Girls Aim for Surprise and Shock With Smiths Cover

The Dum Dum Girls hope that their 'He Gets Me High' EP, which is out now Sub Pop, goes further out on a limb with its torchy cover of the Smiths' 'There Is a Light That Never Goes Out.' ... Read More »

Johnny Marr Offered 'Serious' Book Deal for Autobiography

Former Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr says while there's no timeline, he will get around to writing his autobiography now that a "serious" book deal is on the table. ... Read More »

The Depreciation Guild 'End on a Low Note' in Brooklyn

If the rumors are true, the Depreciation Guild have powered down the 8-bit Nintendo Entertainment System console -- once called by lead singer Kurt Feldman "the most talented member of the band" -- for the last time. ... Read More »

Radio Dept. Rail Against the Swedish Government at New York Gig

Even on the Radio Dept.'s lushest, most synthed-out dream-pop songs, there's such a thing as bad buzzing. ... Read More »

Morrissey Spares This Charming Turkey From Thanksgiving Fate -- Picture Book

Morrissey shares a moment with guest of honor Chloe the Turkey at a Thanksgiving PETA event in Hollywood. ... Read More »