The All Smiths/Morrissey Thread

[Kory]

I think it depends on his specific mood on the night. I've been to shows where he said next to nothing and rushed through the songs and I've been to shows where he's been very chatty and interactive with the crowd. Even when chatty though, it's a little awkward. He only really seems comfortable when singing.

Weird for someone with the reputation for being a god to his most ardent fans. You expect a frontman be to be, not necessarily polished, but a rapport with the audience.

I think one of the reasons people like him is that they feel they have in common with him the characteristic of being an awkward, introverted weirdo.

[Dr. Medulla]

I think it depends on his specific mood on the night. I've been to shows where he said next to nothing and rushed through the songs and I've been to shows where he's been very chatty and interactive with the crowd. Even when chatty though, it's a little awkward. He only really seems comfortable when singing.

Weird for someone with the reputation for being a god to his most ardent fans. You expect a frontman be to be, not necessarily polished, but a rapport with the audience.

I think one of the reasons people like him is that they feel they have in common with him the characteristic of being an awkward, introverted weirdo.

Right, I get that, but you still want your hero to be a better version of you, something to aspire to. And Morrissey's ardent love of celebrity is very traditional; he's no punk purist who wants to kill rock stars. So I can't imagine he wouldn't seek to promote idolatry amongst his fans.

[Marky Dread]

I think it depends on his specific mood on the night. I've been to shows where he said next to nothing and rushed through the songs and I've been to shows where he's been very chatty and interactive with the crowd. Even when chatty though, it's a little awkward. He only really seems comfortable when singing.

Weird for someone with the reputation for being a god to his most ardent fans. You expect a frontman be to be, not necessarily polished, but a rapport with the audience.

I think one of the reasons people like him is that they feel they have in common with him the characteristic of being an awkward, introverted weirdo.

Right, I get that, but you still want your hero to be a better version of you, something to aspire to. And Morrissey's ardent love of celebrity is very traditional; he's no punk purist who wants to kill rock stars. So I can't imagine he wouldn't seek to promote idolatry amongst his fans.

He always looked incredibly embarrassed when fans would jump on stage and hug him. But then to me it always felt staged and in reality he was loving it.

[Dr. Medulla]

I think it depends on his specific mood on the night. I've been to shows where he said next to nothing and rushed through the songs and I've been to shows where he's been very chatty and interactive with the crowd. Even when chatty though, it's a little awkward. He only really seems comfortable when singing.

Weird for someone with the reputation for being a god to his most ardent fans. You expect a frontman be to be, not necessarily polished, but a rapport with the audience.

I think one of the reasons people like him is that they feel they have in common with him the characteristic of being an awkward, introverted weirdo.

Right, I get that, but you still want your hero to be a better version of you, something to aspire to. And Morrissey's ardent love of celebrity is very traditional; he's no punk purist who wants to kill rock stars. So I can't imagine he wouldn't seek to promote idolatry amongst his fans.

He always looked incredibly embarrassed when fans would jump on stage and hug him. But then to me it always felt staged and in reality he was loving it.

Yeah, that's been my conclusion.

[revbob]

Weird for someone with the reputation for being a god to his most ardent fans. You expect a frontman be to be, not necessarily polished, but a rapport with the audience.

I think one of the reasons people like him is that they feel they have in common with him the characteristic of being an awkward, introverted weirdo.

Right, I get that, but you still want your hero to be a better version of you, something to aspire to. And Morrissey's ardent love of celebrity is very traditional; he's no punk purist who wants to kill rock stars. So I can't imagine he wouldn't seek to promote idolatry amongst his fans.

He always looked incredibly embarrassed when fans would jump on stage and hug him. But then to me it always felt staged and in reality he was loving it.

Yeah, that's been my conclusion.

I know someone who is friends with one of his bodyguards.

[Dr. Medulla]

I think one of the reasons people like him is that they feel they have in common with him the characteristic of being an awkward, introverted weirdo.

Right, I get that, but you still want your hero to be a better version of you, something to aspire to. And Morrissey's ardent love of celebrity is very traditional; he's no punk purist who wants to kill rock stars. So I can't imagine he wouldn't seek to promote idolatry amongst his fans.

He always looked incredibly embarrassed when fans would jump on stage and hug him. But then to me it always felt staged and in reality he was loving it.

Yeah, that's been my conclusion.

I know someone who is friends with one of his bodyguards.

Stories? Rumours? Gossips?

[revbob]

Right, I get that, but you still want your hero to be a better version of you, something to aspire to. And Morrissey's ardent love of celebrity is very traditional; he's no punk purist who wants to kill rock stars. So I can't imagine he wouldn't seek to promote idolatry amongst his fans.

He always looked incredibly embarrassed when fans would jump on stage and hug him. But then to me it always felt staged and in reality he was loving it.

Yeah, that's been my conclusion.

I know someone who is friends with one of his bodyguards.

Stories? Rumours? Gossips?

Let's just say my opinions have been reinforced.

I should also say that when this has been discussed I was fairly drunk Nd dont recall specifics. I did see pics. Basically the dude protecting Moz from overzealous fans on stage.

[Dr. Medulla]

He always looked incredibly embarrassed when fans would jump on stage and hug him. But then to me it always felt staged and in reality he was loving it.

Yeah, that's been my conclusion.

I know someone who is friends with one of his bodyguards.

Stories? Rumours? Gossips?

Let's just say my opinions have been reinforced.

The bodyguard said "Paranoid" is fucking immense?

[revbob]

Yeah, that's been my conclusion.

I know someone who is friends with one of his bodyguards.

Stories? Rumours? Gossips?

Let's just say my opinions have been reinforced.

The bodyguard said "Paranoid" is fucking immense?

As does any right minded person. But as I mentioned in my addendum my memories are somewhat hazy

[Dr. Medulla]

I know someone who is friends with one of his bodyguards.

Stories? Rumours? Gossips?

Let's just say my opinions have been reinforced.

The bodyguard said "Paranoid" is fucking immense?

As does any right minded person.

I remember how that poll vote went. We are surrounded by dubious characters here.

But as I mentioned in my addendum my memories are somewhat hazy

The only rumour that I really recall about Morrissey that countered his image was about his supposed celibacy. Which, duh, no huge shock there. And that he was gay. Which, again, isn't exactly shocking.

[revbob]

Stories? Rumours? Gossips?

Let's just say my opinions have been reinforced.

The bodyguard said "Paranoid" is fucking immense?

As does any right minded person.

I remember how that poll vote went. We are surrounded by dubious characters here.

But as I mentioned in my addendum my memories are somewhat hazy

The only rumour that I really recall about Morrissey that countered his image was about his supposed celibacy. Which, duh, no huge shock there. And that he was gay. Which, again, isn't exactly shocking.

Yes I was drunk but definitely not a topic of discussion.

[Kory]

Stories? Rumours? Gossips?

Let's just say my opinions have been reinforced.

The bodyguard said "Paranoid" is fucking immense?

As does any right minded person.

I remember how that poll vote went. We are surrounded by dubious characters here.

But as I mentioned in my addendum my memories are somewhat hazy

The only rumour that I really recall about Morrissey that countered his image was about his supposed celibacy. Which, duh, no huge shock there. And that he was gay. Which, again, isn't exactly shocking.

I've read a number of sources that cite his having dated both men and women. Who knows the extent of that though.

[Dr. Medulla]

Let's just say my opinions have been reinforced.

The bodyguard said "Paranoid" is fucking immense?

As does any right minded person.

I remember how that poll vote went. We are surrounded by dubious characters here.

But as I mentioned in my addendum my memories are somewhat hazy

The only rumour that I really recall about Morrissey that countered his image was about his supposed celibacy. Which, duh, no huge shock there. And that he was gay. Which, again, isn't exactly shocking.

I've read a number of sources that cite his having dated both men and women. Who knows the extent of that though.

If he were bisexual or pansexual, none of it would surprise. The celibacy thing and "I'll always be alone" are the only parts that come off as contrived.

[Kory]

The bodyguard said "Paranoid" is fucking immense?

As does any right minded person.

I remember how that poll vote went. We are surrounded by dubious characters here.

But as I mentioned in my addendum my memories are somewhat hazy

The only rumour that I really recall about Morrissey that countered his image was about his supposed celibacy. Which, duh, no huge shock there. And that he was gay. Which, again, isn't exactly shocking.

I've read a number of sources that cite his having dated both men and women. Who knows the extent of that though.

If he were bisexual or pansexual, none of it would surprise. The celibacy thing and "I'll always be alone" are the only parts that come off as contrived.

I'm sure it all stemmed from an early case of performance anxiety.

[revbob]

Let's just say my opinions have been reinforced.

The bodyguard said "Paranoid" is fucking immense?

As does any right minded person.

I remember how that poll vote went. We are surrounded by dubious characters here.

But as I mentioned in my addendum my memories are somewhat hazy

The only rumour that I really recall about Morrissey that countered his image was about his supposed celibacy. Which, duh, no huge shock there. And that he was gay. Which, again, isn't exactly shocking.

I've read a number of sources that cite his having dated both men and women. Who knows the extent of that though.

Im sure both hated him equally afterwards.