Solo Smith Morrissey has issued a statement explaining the delay in the release of his new album "Years Of Refusal".

The singer has already finished recording the album, which was due to be released in September. "Years Of Refusal" will now be released on February 2nd, with the singer's management citing a dispute with Decca US as the reason for the hold up.

In a statement published on a fan site, Morrissey's management say the following:

"At the wish of Universal Music, 'Years Of Refusal' has been put back to a February 2 release. There is also, at this stage, still no US label for the album since Morrissey withdrew from Decca US after their poor promotion for the 'Greatest Hits' release."

The statement also addressed a planned Smiths "Best Of" collection - which is apparently without Morrissey's approval or involvement.

Morrissey will now release "Years Of Refusal" on February 2nd.

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