Morrissey rocks Vienna: An evening with the indie icon in the gasometer!
Morrissey rocks Vienna: An evening with the indie icon in the gasometer!
In the Vienna Music scene there is a special occasion to celebrate today. The legendary Morrissey, former front man of the influential band The Smiths, today gives his highly excited concert in the Gasometer. At the age of 66, the British musician was one of the formative figures of the indie rock and has been thrilled by his fans for decades with unmistakable melodies and profound texts. Especially songs like "How Son is now?", "Everyday is like Sunday" and "Irish Blood, English Heart" have become impressed in the hearts of his followers. reports of the anticipation and the unique atmosphere that bring its concerts with it.
his career is as remarkable as it is controversial. Morrissey, born when Steven Paten Patrick Morrissey on May 22, 1959 in Old Trafford, Lancashire, found national awareness in the 1980s with The Smiths. The band, which was active from 1982 to 1987, is considered one of the most influential artists of all time and was honored by the New Musical Express in 2002. The four albums that they released - "The Smiths" (1984), "Meat is Murder" (1985), "The Queen Is Dead" (1986) and "Strangeways, Here We Come" (1987) - are still classics of rock music.
controversy and influences
But Morrissey's career was not without controversy. His social statements about migration, nationalism and corona pandemic caused heated discussions. He is often perceived as xenophobic or even racist because of his critical views. Despite these controversy, he has a loyal supporter that appreciates him primarily for his honest and often emotional texts. These topics are also reflected in his solo career, which he started in 1988 with the album "Viva Hate". Since then he has released numerous albums, some of which celebrated commercial success, such as "You Are The Quarry" in 2004.
In addition, Morrissey has put his love for animal rights and vegan nutrition at the center of his brand message. At his concerts, he demands a meat and milk-free menu. To do this, he appeals to his fans to leave "meat products and meat -like foods" at home. This attitude is inextricably linked to its image and has found a special response today.
a cultural phenomenon
Morrissey has left traces not only in the music scene, but also in various social and cultural areas. His influence should not be underestimated - bands like Oasis, The Killers and Franz Ferdinand give him a lot of their creative style. Due to his often melancholic texts and his sharp joke, he addresses a broad clientele that can identify with his feeling of outsider. His status as a cultural icon is firmly anchored in the music world and is considered of great importance by many. wikipedia emphasizes that his works are even examined academically.
Today's concert in the Gasometer is not only a musical event, but also an opportunity to experience a piece of music history up close. Morrissey has managed to reinvent himself over the decades over and over again and at the same time to remain loyal to his constant conviction. The fans can look forward to an evening full of nostalgic sounds and intensive emotions. The German Wikipedia aptly describes it: Morrissey remains a fascinating and often polarized phenomenon of the British music scene.
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