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Morrissey Sells Smiths Rights Amid Band Tensions

9/7/2025

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Morrissey is selling his stake in The Smiths, citing burnout from relationships with former bandmates.
He aims to sever ties with what he calls "malicious associations" and has stopped accepting offers due to high demand.
The sale encompasses all rights to The Smiths' name, artwork, songs, and recordings.
Morrissey has faced 38 years of insults, influencing his decision.
Tensions with Johnny Marr persist over blocked projects and reunion disagreements.

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Story summary

Morrissey is selling his stake in The Smiths, citing burnout from relationships with former bandmates.
He aims to sever ties with what he calls "malicious associations" and has stopped accepting offers due to high demand.
The sale encompasses all rights to The Smiths' name, artwork, songs, and recordings.
Morrissey has faced 38 years of insults, influencing his decision.
Tensions with Johnny Marr persist over blocked projects and reunion disagreements.