Releases
Suedehead (Mael Mix): Single released today in the UK
21 April 2012
EMI release today in the UK a limited edition Record Store Day 10" picture disc of "Suedehead (Mael Mix)": Morrissey's classic debut solo single as remixed by Ron and Russell Mael.
"Suedehead (Mael Mix)" is backed with two previously unreleased BBC live tracks: "We'll Let You Know" and "Now My Heart Is Full", recorded at London's Theatre Royal, Drury Lane in February 1995.
A digital download of "Suedehead (Mael Mix)" is available on April 23.
"Suedehead (Mael Mix)" track listing:
"Suedehead (Mael Mix)"
"We'll Let You Know" (live)
"Now My Heart Is Full" (live)
Photo: "Suedehead (Mael Mix)" artwork
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Suedehead (Mael Mix): Single release details
11 April 2012
This month, EMI release a limited edition Record Store Day 10-inch picture disc and a digital download of "Suedehead (Mael Mix)": Morrissey's 1988 debut solo single as remixed by Ron and Russell Mael.
"Suedehead (Mael Mix)" is backed with two previously unreleased BBC live tracks: "We'll Let You Know" and "Now My Heart Is Full", recorded at London's Theatre Royal, Drury Lane in February 1995.
The 10-inch picture disc is released on April 21, and the digital download is available on April 23.
Viva Hate: Special Edition album released today in the UK
2 April 2012
EMI release a special edition of Morrissey's classic debut solo album, Viva Hate, today in the UK.
Upon its original release in 1988, Viva Hate announced to the world Morrissey's debut as a solo artist with an outstanding collection of songs which included the singles "Suedehead" and "Everyday Is Like Sunday".
The special edition of Viva Hate is remastered, and features the rare track "Treat Me Like A Human Being". The CD and vinyl LP formats additionally include a written introduction from Chrissie Hynde, and previously unseen photos.
The album is available on CD, vinyl LP, and digital download.
Viva Hate track listing:
"Alsatian Cousin"
"Little Man, What Now?"
"Everyday Is Like Sunday"
"Bengali In Platforms"
"Angel, Angel, Down We Go Together"
"Late Night, Maudlin Street"
"Suedehead"
"Break Up The Family"
"Treat Me Like A Human Being"
"I Don't Mind If You Forget Me"
"Dial-A-Cliché"
"Margaret On The Guillotine"
You can order the special edition of Viva Hate now from hmv.com:
UK CD, vinyl LP, digital download
Photo: Viva Hate sleeve artwork
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Viva Hate: Album release details and pre-ordering information
24 March 2012
EMI release a special edition of Morrissey's debut solo album, Viva Hate, on April 2nd in the UK on CD, vinyl LP, and digital download.
The special edition of Viva Hate is remastered, and features the rare track "Treat Me Like A Human Being". The CD and vinyl LP formats additionally include a written introduction from Chrissie Hynde, and previously unseen photos.
Viva Hate track listing:
"Alsatian Cousin"
"Little Man, What Now?"
"Everyday Is Like Sunday"
"Bengali In Platforms"
"Angel, Angel, Down We Go Together"
"Late Night, Maudlin Street"
"Suedehead"
"Break Up The Family"
"Treat Me Like A Human Being"
"I Don't Mind If You Forget Me"
"Dial-A-Cliché"
"Margaret On The Guillotine"
You can pre-order the special edition of Viva Hate now from hmv.com:
UK CD, vinyl LP, digital download
Photo: Viva Hate sleeve artwork
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March 2012 statement from Morrissey
23 March 2012
March 2012 statement from Morrissey.
Thank you for an incredible tour of South America. It has been the best tour of my life. Nothing I had previously experienced prepared me for the love shown to me by the people of Chile, Peru, Brazil, Colombia and Argentina. The excitement of the Brazilian audiences was almost heart-stopping. After all these years, to still be a part of people's hope is astounding to me. It's one thing to be valued, but to be loved is an entirely different experience.
Thanks also to the police in Peru, Brazil and Colombia who escorted me around (as custodians, I should add.) I am grateful.
Nights of unforgettable joy:
1. Bogota, COLOMBIA.
2. Lima, PERU.
3. Belo Horizonte, BRASIL.
4. Santiago, CHILE.
5. Sao Paulo, BRASIL.
6. Rio, BRASIL.
7. Buenos Aires, ARGENTINA.
8. Rosario, ARGENTINA.
9. Mendoza, ARGENTINA.
10. Cordoba, ARGENTINA.
We are very much looking forward to upcoming concerts in Japan, Korea, Indonesia, Singapore, the Philippines and Hawaii. We shall give our best.
Very special thanks to those of you who - incredibly! - follow the tours from country to country.
Thanks also to Kristeen Young for supporting throughout South America, which is remarkable considering that both of her legs and both arms are made of unusually soft plywood.
My love for the band goes through the roof. All we have is yours.
On returning to London I came face to face with the too-beautiful Joan Collins, more alive and more radiant than ever. Alas, on her back she carried an electrocuted animal. Sad.
In April, EMI re-issue my 1988 single Suedehead as remixed by Ron and Russell Mael. This is a great thrill for me, and I am indebted till death to Ron and Russell.
You might also be aware that Thelma Houston has also recorded Suedehead this year.
Anyway, thank you for reading this, and I shall see some of you in far-off places.
just very softly
MORRISSEY.
Viva Hate and Suedehead
14 February 2012
EMI Present:
'Viva Hate'
Remastered by Stephen Street
Release date: 26th March 2012
And
Record Store Day Single:
'Suedehead (Mael Mix)'
Remixed by Ron & Russell Mael
Release date: 23rd April 2012
EMI are pleased to announce the release through the classic Liberty label of a remastered version of Morrissey's debut album Viva Hate, and limited edition Record Store Day Ron & Russell Mael remix of his debut single 'Suedehead (Mael Mix)'.
Upon its release in 1988, Viva Hate announced to the world Morrissey's debut as a solo artist with an outstanding collection of songs which included the singles 'Suedehead' and 'Everyday Is Like Sunday'. The album charted at no. 1, having a chart stay of 20 weeks between March and August 1988, vindicating Morrissey in the face of those who doubted his ability to transcend The Smiths.
The album has now been remastered by original producer Stephen Street and the artwork - whose photo was changed for an EMI centenary edition in 1997 - has had the original photo restored. In addition, it features 'Treat Me Like A Human Being', which replaces 'The Ordinary Boys', and a written introduction from Morrissey's long-time confidant Chrissie Hynde.
Previously unseen, stunning photos from Jake Walters and Kevin Cummins adorn the sleeves and booklet. The album will be available on CD and vinyl. The LP version will be a 180g heavyweight, gatefold vinyl, housed in a wide-spine sleeve with a pull-out poster. The CD will be housed in a gatefold, card sleeve.
Following the album's release, on April 23rd EMI will release a limited edition 10-inch picture disc (Kevin Cummins' photo) of 'Suedehead (Mael Mix)', a remix of the song by Ron & Russell Mael, who have taken the track and given it their distinctive, inimitable touch: the perfect alliance between two artists who have great admiration for each other. The single will be b/w two previously unreleased BBC live tracks: 'We'll Let You Know' and 'Now My Heart Is Full', recorded at London's Theatre Royal, Drury Lane in February 1995.
Photos:
Viva Hate LP front sleeve artwork
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Viva Hate LP back sleeve artwork
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Glamorous Glue ranks as the third best-selling vinyl single of 2011 in the UK
24 January 2012
Official figures have been published in the UK for best selling vinyl releases of 2011, and Morrissey's 1992 version of 'Glamorous Glue', as issued by Major Minor (for EMI) ranks as the third best-selling 'single' disc of the year.
The final top ten is:
1 Beady Eye 'The Roller'
2 Beady Eye 'Millionaire'
3 Morrissey 'Glamorous Glue'
4 Beady Eye 'The Beat Goes On'
5 Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds 'The Death of You and Me'
6 Arctic Monkeys 'Don't Sit Down Cause I've Moved Your Chair'
7 Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds 'AKA..What a Life'
8 Beady Eye 'Four Letter Word'
9 Miles Kane 'Come Closer'
10 Manic Street Preachers 'Postcards From a Young Man'
Statement
15 January 2012
Morrissey will travel to Japan in April where he will undertake ten concerts. It will be the most detailed tour of Japan ever undertaken by Morrissey.
There are plans to follow the Japanese tour with concerts in Thailand, the Philippines and New Zealand.
Full details of the Japanese tour are expected to be announced within the next week.
Also in April, EMI Records will issue the single 'Suedehead', as remixed by Ron and Russell Mael. The single is 3:35 in length, and will be issued as a CD release and a 10" picture disc, both using previously unseen photographs of Morrissey.
Southpaw Grammar
10 January 2012
As of March 1st 2011, "Southpaw Grammar" was removed from the BMG/RCA catalogue, and removed from the Sony Legacy catalogue (re-issue), and will no longer be issued or sold by either company.
The CD remains available on the original 1995 Reprise US pressing only.
Of Which I Am Most Proud / singles: List from Morrissey
10 January 2012
Of Which I Am Most Proud / singles
List from Morrissey
1) First of the gang to die (2004) #6 UK
2) Irish blood, english heart (2004) #3 UK
3) I'm throwing my arms around Paris (2009) #21 UK
4) That's how people grow up (2008) #14 UK
