Date: Sun, 28 Jun 92 20:09:35 -0400
From: [email protected] (Pi)
To: [email protected]
Subject: Strangeways



Welcome to...

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Moderne Forum For Morrissey And The Smiths
Volume Two Issue Fifteen

Hello subscribers, its Michael here.  Please send all posts, requests for
subscription, or address changes to:

                [email protected]

Please keep the posts coming!  I still haven't fully compiled the topics for
the subscribers poll - that should come out in about a week, and hopefully it
will generate even more activity since it is something everyone can participate
in.
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Moderator's Silly Slang:
-My dear friend Travis Gravell (founding editor of 'Wilde About Morrissey'
fanzine) is in England, and boy does he have some stories to tell when he gets
back.  From going to Morrissey's house, to catching a ride with Johhny Marr,
to going to the EMI release party of "Your The One For Me Fatty", to having
the best selection of Morrissey/Smiths merchandise, he is one lucky guy.
Travis has taken quite a few pictures and I'm sure will document his encounter
with Morrissey in the next issue of 'Wilde About Morrissey', I will keep you
posted as to its release.
-"You're The One For Me, Fatty" 12" will not be released here in America, but
the rumored release date for the UK version is July8.  The b-sides are "Pass-
ionate Love", and "There Speaks A True Friend."  Sire's decision to not release
this single domestically is possibly caused by the better-than-expected sales
of "We Hate It...", which meant that releasing the second single at an appro-
priate date could push the LP back.
-Sire Records urges everyone to call 1-900-884-2MTV and request the "We Hate
It..." video.  I am not sure, but I believe calls are $0.75 each, but who
cares!
-Morrissey is not playing the Glastonbury Festival, and in fact NEVER was
scheduled to, this is no cancellation.  He is slated to play a show in France
on July 4, however.

-The Smiths greatest hits cd is scheduled to come out on August 25.  This date
is subject to change.  Here is the list Ilene from Sire sent as the "short
list" of some of the titles being considered: "This Charming Man," "William,
It Was Really Nothing," "Shoplifters Of The World Unite," "What Difference
Does It Make?," "Girlfriend In A Coma," "Rubber Ring", "Half A Person," "How
Soon Is Now?," "Hand In Glove," "Stop Me If You Think You've Heard This One
Before," "Sheila Take A Bow," "Some Girls Are Bigger Than Others," "Panic,"
and "Please, Please, Please, Let Me Get What I Want."
-Finally, CONGRATULATIONS to the people at 'Sing Your Life' and The Harsh Truth
for a truly wonderful Morrissey Birthday Issue Fanzine!!  Both the 'Birthday
Issue' and 'SYL2' are absolutely superior as far as fanzines go, and are
available at:
                    Russ Seekatz
                    3726 N.Tucson Blvd.
                    Tucson, AZ 85716
                    USA
You can also email David Tseng at [email protected].  'Birthday Issue' con-
tains many great photos, articles about the band, and has lots of really neat
information (sorry, the price eludes me, but if you email david he can tell
you).  'SYL2' is absolutely stuffed with information, I can't put it down!
Many great photos, articles, the second leg tour diary, and the reader's poll.
Both fanzines are absolutely great, I strongly suggest getting them soon if you
want either one, since there are limited quantities and the people at 'Sing
Your Life' tell me that their first issue has already sold out.
-Thanks to: Kevin and Michael for co-founding 'Strangeways,' Travis for all his
encouragement, Ilene at Sire for all her information and helpfulness - it is
very much appreciated!, Russ and David at 'Sing Your Life' -thanks for a
great fanzine!, The Harsh Truth for the wonderful 'Birthday Issue', Matt M.
for finally getting me the 'Suedehead' CD, all subscribers who make the
'Strangeways' dream real, and everyone else who feels the same way we at
'Strangeways' feel about Morrissey and The Smiths

Well, keep the posts coming, and enjoy!

Michael :)
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From: "Thomas J. Baker" <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: Strangeways


Hello,

This is my first post.  I happened upon this excellent list by mere chance.  As
you can see, I named my new NeXT Strangeways and on a whim, I used Archie to
find all occurences of "strangeways".  Consequently, I found the quartz archive
site and couldn't believe my luck in finding a list of people that were as
interested as I was about Mozz and the Smiths.  My girlfriend and I have been
avid fans since first discovering the Smiths back in '86.

Forgive me if this is old news but remember, this is the first up-to-date
Strangeways I've ever received;  I have just barely read the other 20+ archived
issues and so last summer seems as current as this.  Anyway, I finally got to
see Morrissey at Great Woods in Massachusetts last summer (awesome show) and
barely missed seeing the Smiths at the same venue several years earlier (which
was apparently their last US tour stop).  As final background, I probably could
listen to Morrissey sing the phone book and be happy.  He definately has "the
voice."

Anyway, the point of this is that someone posted to alt.music.alternative about
the release date of "You're the one for me, fatty".  Supposedly, the 12" and CD5
will be available in the UK on June 8th.  When I asked him about the domestic
release he replied, "As far as I know, the new Morrissey single will be
available domestically. However, Morrissey has the habit of releasing only every
other single here in the U.S."

That's all for now,

tjb

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From: [email protected] (Scott Krajewski)
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To: [email protected]
Subject: Morrissey Photos
Status: RO

Is anybody interested in original photos of Morrissey from some tour dates
in California?

I know someone who sells photos that he has taken at concerts.  I believe
he is asking $2.75 plus $1.50 shipping for the entire order.  The photos
are either color (4"X6") or b/w (3"X5").  The catalog has small photocopies
of the photos and he states clearly which are color and which are b/w.

I bought 3.  I like them.  He also has a few audio tapes for sale for $6.50
plus $1.50 shipping I think.

If you want more info, E-mail me an I'll e-mail you his snail-mail address.

Scott

From: [email protected] (Scott Krajewski)
Subject: We Hate It When Our Friends Become Successful

Thanks to Thomas J. Baker for helping me with the lyrics to this incredible
song.
However, there is one very confusing line at the end.  If anyone has any
idea or clever guess as to its identity, drop me some E-mail.

It goes like:
Oh, you have loads of songs
So many songs
More songs then they can stand
First chorus
???????
Just listen.....

Thanks
Scott

From: [email protected] (Scott Krajewski)
Subject: Higher Education

Since this bootleg has come up in some recent discussions, I thought I'd
write a little something in praise of it.

I am very pleased with it.  For one thing, it is very clear.  I can hear
the various instruments quite distinctly and Morrissey's voice is clear
also.  Another aspect of this boot that appeals to me is that it is a
fluid concert.  There are no apparent "jumps" between songs.  This gives
the feel of really being there.  Now, I am no CD bootleg expert by any
means (I own only 3), but feel that I must suggest this one.

"King Lear" is another bootleg that is pretty good.  In case you weren't
aware, it is the boot of the HammerSmith concert.  However, it is missing
the first two songs -- The Last of the Famous International Playboys and
very good version of Sister I'm A Poet -- but it seems that it was made
a little too loud.  It doesn't have the clarity of Higher Ed.  Also, there
are several "jumps" between songs.  It was a lively concert nonetheless.

Last issue Darren Gyles talked about "Live Panic!"  I really thought that
was a bad bootleg.  I traded it in for Higher Ed.

I just saw the short film "The Queen Is Dead." I highly recommend seeing
it if at all possible.  The directors name eludes me at the moment and
my program is not nearby.  It is 15 minutes in length and consists of
"The Queen Is Dead," "There Is A Light That Never Goes Out," and "Panic."
An excellent excellent film.

"It should have been me!"
:)
Scott

From: [email protected] (Scott Krajewski)
Subject: Smiths in Spain

I just picked up the CD bootleg of The Smiths live in Madrid Spain.

It's a great CD.  I find the quality very good for an older bootleg. It
sounds a tab bit louder than an average CD.  The bass, or moreover the
drums aren't terribly loud.  The guitars and vocals are quite clear.  Also,
it's a straight concert, no jumps, 18 songs 69 minutes.  For me, it was
almost worth the $30 for the "Barbarism Begins at Home" found on it.  During
some of the songs Morrissey has an echo on his voice -- nice touch.

I heard it used to be on vinyl.  It makes a nice CD boot to.  The cover
is a color picture of the band.  I've seen it somewhere before -- nice
clear shot.  The CD and the back of the case are labeled nicely.  I
think it was by Swingin' Pig records or something.

The songs are early tunes up to and including Meat Is Murder.  Shakespeare's
Sister appears as the "new" single at the time (this concert was in 1985).

Anyway, look for it, and maybe buy it.  Try to listen to it first if you
can.
:)
Scott

From: [email protected]
Subject: Re: Strangeways

HELLO EVERYBODY!!!!!!
rene' here to say that i have just purchased
the Morrissey single, We hate it when our friends become succesful...
the single has 4 other tracks that are live.
the tracks are, in order, suedehead, I've changed my plea...,
pregnant for the last time, and alsatian cousin.
goodness did i spell that right...sorry it is 3 in the morning now. i am tired
the tracks are wonderful, the title track is marvelous!!!!
morrissey played it in chicago and addressed it as new....
the concert version was very exciting!!!!
well enjoy it everybody and i hope to hear of concert dates
soon.
if there are people who would like to get a hold of me to meet
at various shows during august please email me!!!!!!
i would love to go to many shows this august!!!
seeya all soon hopefully
from indy

au revour

rene'

From: Edward Baichtal <[email protected]>
Subject: Strangeways

I'd like to sell most of my Smiths and Morrissey posters and I was wondering
if anyone on here was interested?  Please send me mail if you are, and I'll
send you a list of what I have.

From: Edward Baichtal <[email protected]>
Subject: Strangeways

I have always been looking for, and never found, the "This Charming Man"
single that has "Wonderful Woman" on the b-side.  Does anyone know how
I can get a copy of the single? (Preferably the vinyl version)  I have
also noticed that all the "This Charming Man" singles were once released
on a CD that was only in print for a while.  About a year ago I saw it
priced in a magazine for $90, so I assume not many were printed.  BUT!
I am also aware that all of the Smiths stuff is going to be reissued
this summer (with new artwork on the covers - hmmm...).  There is supposed
to be a box set of the albums as well, and I was wondering if anyone
knew anything about it?  And maybe a singles box set will follow ... ? :)

From: [email protected]
Subject: strangeways

 I know that I have asked this before, but now there
might be new subscribers so I will check again. Would
anyone be willing to share the inscriptions on their
UK 12" Smiths and/or Morrissey vinyl with me? I am
compiling a list of the ones that I have and am interested
in getting those that I don't have, especially those of
you who have Smiths or Morrissey albums on vinyl. Please
check and e-mail me with the ones you have and I will share
my completed list with Strangeways when I am done. Thanks!


   Christine


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