Morrissey has shared his gratitude with Rick Astley and Blossoms following their joint tribute shows featuring The Smiths classics.
The stars hit the stage at Manchester’s Albert Hall on October 8 and London’s O2 Forum Kentish Town on October 9, with a pair of shows packed with classic hits.
While Rick and Blossoms have shared their love for Morrissey and Johnny Marr’s group, the band’s frontman has now returned the favour with a post on his website.
“My sincere thanks to Rick and the Blossoms for their recent recentness,” he said. “Anything that generates interest in that tired old Smiths warhorse is testimony to the wallop it packed.
“THANK YOU!”
Ahead of the gigs, Rick beamed: “From the moment The Smiths emerged in 1983 I was hooked and it’s as a fan, with deep respect as a musician for Morrissey, Marr, Rourke and Joyce, that I’ll be joining the endlessly enthusiastic and talented Blossoms on stage to sing their songs.”
Blossoms added: “The Smiths have always meant so much to Blossoms, with even their rainiest songs complete with wry humour and soul-reaching musicianship and melody.
“Their poppier moments are pure, joyful, danceable poetry.
“Imagine backing Rick Astley to play the songs of The Smiths? We’ve had wilder dreams, but not many.
“We’ll barely be able to believe it until it happens, but the dates are set, we’re studying every note, line and beat to say ‘thank you’ to The Smiths alongside Rick and do both of them proud.”
