Fresh from the latest controversy caused by his barbed tongue Morrissey, Mancunian bard of the lost and lonely, has announced a new Best Of gathering together the highlights of his solo career.
For over 20 years Morrissey has survived without his famous Smiths, weathering storms created by certain magazines and releasing records to great acclaim. The “Greatest Hits” is due for release on February 4th, and will be released on Morrissey’s new record label Decca.
The “Greatest Hits” will be preceded by a new single, one of two new tracks on the album. “That’s How People Grow Up” will be released on January 28th, and will come with a variety of live B-sides showcasing Morrissey’s career. Fans can expect live versions of The Smiths’ song “The Boy With The Thorn In His Side” as well as the solo era hit “The Last Of The Famous International Playboys”.
Morrissey previously announced live dates in the UK, including a six night stint at the Roundhouse, London. No doubt bouyed by recent publicity, these dates have sold out months in advance. However, for the eBay enabled among you, here are the dates in full:
January 21st – London, Roundhouse
January 22nd – London, Roundhouse
January 23rd – London, Roundhouse
January 24th – London, Roundhouse
January 25th – London, Roundhouse
January 26th – London, Roundhouse
January 27th – London, Roundhouse
January 30th – Doncaster Dome
February 1st – Sunderland, Empire
February 2nd – Edinburgh, Playhouse
