Blossoms and Rick Astley - Ask (The Smiths)

[@tarp11z]

I think it's comupance. If the most beloved, original band in recorded history can't get their act together to honor their fan base even once in 35 years, Rick Astley will. It's beautiful, really.

[@tarp11z]

@@thewizardssleeve119 Not really. They are artists, but also entertainers. They would be busking in Salford street corners if not for their loyal fan base. I'm pretty sure Johnny, Mike, and Andy know the score. Johnny has been touring with Smiths music with grace and style for several years. As far as Moz, I love him. But his career would not exist without the Smiths. His solo work outside of Viva Hate is far inferior to his work with the band. He owes his fame to the music recorded between '82- and '88. We wouldn't know his name otherwise. And as far as I'm concerned, he owes his fans at least a little for the music he won them over with. A tour a decade would suffice. It would also help the less fortunate members of the Smiths. He owes them something as well. Finally, if the Smiths music is forgotten, it will be because Moz didn't honor his own art enough to see that it passed to the next generation. Look at McCartney. Look at Billy Joel. Look at any number from the old guard. They know their job, and their music is rewarded with longevity. The Smiths music deserves it, if any band does; yet Moz snubs his own legacy. It's foolish, particularly when his current musicians and music are far inferior to who he once had. No grudge is worth that.

[@madforit2]

Morrissey solo work is fantastic

[@Toy1er]

​@@tarp11zTbf Morrissey isn't super money hungry like McCartney or especially Billy Joel who is a greedy little hack.

[@stephenr80]

I wouldnt go though lol wtf i have real records

[@noelabrera6634]

I don't care what anybody says , this is heaven for us Smiths fans

[@DoctorMeatDic]

You're fucking joking right? This is a has-been, who has no interest in The Smiths making money off them. There are hundreds of tribute bands who actually care. Go see them. Here's one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qH-ropiLo72VpJY

[@noelabrera6634]

Are you talking about The Smyths? I've seen their videos and I like em. Have you heard of The Sweet and Tender Hooligans?

[@kingcobrajfsofficial]

@@DoctorMeatDic I bet you're a laugh and a half at parties.

[@stepheng8779]

@@kingcobrajfsofficial who'd invite him?

[@henrikrdstherchristie9553]

@@DoctorMeatDic I'd rather see a has-been than a bunch of never-beens. Astley & Blossoms totally superior to this drivel. "Hundreds of tribute bands who actually care". That's cute. Since f***** when do you choose gigs according to the intentions of the bands?

[@huishaai]

Rick Astley...thank you on behalf of all Smiths fans everywhere. Amazing.

[@animateangus]

I hope this gets a full tour. Sounds incredible.

[@mjproebstle]

brilliant! mad new respect for Rick Astley!

[@joerandl9252]

one of the best nights of my life

[@vicb7341]

Were it not for Covid I would have booked a trip from Montreal to Manchester to see this. Rick Astley is such a genuine guy and a fantastic multi instrumentalist and singer. Then the Blossoms....great great band in their own right doing a Smiths gig...brilliant

[@scottteichman5531]

@@vicb7341 I said screw covid - flew from Denver for the London show and it was well worth it.

[@julieblackstock8650]

He nails it.. good on him. Id go and see him

[@darwinlauzon6704]

Wishing I was there. Everyone, from Rick, the Blossoms and all the audience seemed to be having so much fun!

[@BenRamone2010]

This sounds so good!

[@martinmaloney8447]

Was unbelievable. Amazing venue as well in Manchester

[@Mike-ir9fx]

He genuinely gjves it his absolute best rendition, I am quite stunned, being a smiths fanatic 😱😱 I truly loved this version 💯👏👏👏

[@simonsayers8329]

It was absolutely amazing. I have to admit enjoying this gig more than seeing The Mighty Morrissey himself....

[@breasofthetuathadedanann6884]

I saw the Smiths in Limerick city on November 16th 1984 and have never forgotten them, well done Rick

[@chenlo18]

I respect the man now!!

[@neidetorres272]

I love The Smiths and i love Rick Astley so much! This is amazing! Amei! ❤❤

[@mitsoko]

what i would give to see this live... if im tearing up from my computer screen i can only imagine in person

[@danstone6871]

How cool is that? I saw The Smiths a few times, and this is a top tribute. Well done all.

[@robertstrathern7040]

Love it 😊 top job Rick

[@13strange67]

I love Rick, more and more !

[@emeryjunkjournals6648]

Would love to see this show!

[@sofiameni5280]

Amazing songs 🎵 ♥ ❤ 💕 👌

[@jjstraka1982]

Thre is no question that in our current timeline, seeing Astley do these songs with a backing band like this is VASTLY superior to seeing Morrissey.

[@pip06powell]

Yes he actually turned up 😊

[@karenhunter8095]

If these guys toured America, I would definitely go see them and have a blast.

[@MrMarv61]

great stuff i love this take it on tour guys and youll sell the house out

[@bubblybubbles4326]

Awesome!

[@williamdrijver4141]

Absolutely brilliant match!

[@thetragicyouth]

Good to see the teleprompter in shot with the lyrics scrolling down!!

[@ok2760]

I thought Rick Astley was a huge fan! You'd think after 35 years the lyrics would be imprinted, they are for me.

[@JoeM1314]

@@ok2760 there's bands that have teleprompters for their own songs. Sometimes it's just hard to remember on stage!

[@roberix1]

Great song Big pants

[@eric-wf2vg]

Do tour please !!!

[@timcomley3241]

The smiths reunion and I’d die happy ❤️ good work Rick

[@lauratrentini2474]

❤❤❤❤❤❤🎸🎸🎸💯💯❣️❣️❣️❣️ AMORE GRANDE ARTISTA ETERNO TI AMO 💘💕💘💕💕

[@balazshorvath3860]

I was curious how he's gonna master the Luxembourg part. Hilarious and fantastic 😂 fuck I would get out of retirement as a concert-goer if they ever did a festival tour.

[@mikeplow1961]

That looked so much fun. To be able to sing along with like minded folks for an evening, to those much loved songs without having to think about our friendly neighbourhood pop racist would be a wonderful thing. Tour please. And top marks to Rick A for those Oxford Bags. Quality.

[@jettrainbow]

holy cringe

[@djkenny1202]

This would be such a fun show to see. There is some really good Smiths/Moz cover bands that Tour. “This Charming Band” is really great if you get a chance.

[@グレープヨーグルト]

メッチャいい！

[@matthiashellwig2536]

...so Astley Astley Astley...

[@PaulMunro83]

👏

[@ustheserfs]

if there's a unifying force in the world which will bring at least three back together (sorry Mike, think the ship has long since sailed) it will be their intense opposition to hearing Rick Astley perform their work (which I think is done admirably). Love how they're thinking.

[@dannyechi3904]

What fun, what joy, so good. Well done. Cool is just cool as fuck and Blossoms are wonderful musicians. This is how you do it, not just 3/4 covers but a whole show of covers/the hits. Even better if they recorded and released a 7/8 song EP of The SMITHS songs.

[@JK-nk3hb]

Rick Astley is A DON

[@SoundONSessions]

Top night!

[@NewRomantic4]

So Astley astley astleyyy, astley astley astleyyyy cus if morrisey wont then he will he will he will he will keep the legacy goingggggg

[@marcvanbruggen4574]

Can Rick please come to the netherlands???

[@CaptainReedo40]

I would pay $200 (U.S.) to see this within two hours drive from my city. Please tour this same gig!

[@samsamsonson2201]

God damn Astley

[@brizzolglover7518]

Never gunna give Moz up… 😳😂

[@terrypmusic]

01:54 Nice!

[@johnnyola2205]

Absolutely! If anyone can fill the shoes, do it! Lord knows it was a short run and was miserable then...

[@theboywithathorninhisside.4179]

Fantastic rendition. But not too sure regarding the Trousers. Maybe 'Ask' the Stylist next time. 🤔

[@jonnyrocket3659]

on warm summer days indoors... there is no cure... ask me ask me.. Oh.. la la la la la... on bended knees.. can I keep it together ?.. my trousers are tighteniing.. oh, on warm summer days my trousers are splitting.. oh I wish my Birmingham bags still fit me..

[@williamdrijver4141]

Would have been cool if Morrissey would have done a guest appearance and sang one of Rick's songs🙂

[@razorio007]

Morrastley! Morrastley! Morrastley!

[@discod68]

Some trousers are bigger than others… 😆

[@LurkingCrassZero]

Did Rick borrow his Mams trousers? lol. Great cover ;-)

[@loutiscrive]

Marr's best tune

[@secondcity11]

Even his trousers work😅

[@46metube]

AbbA tributes have come a long way.

[@kotMekong]

Trouser fest brought me here.

[@revol148]

British music - now reduced to being yet another part of the heritage industry

[@marcomula5860]

Not a fan of Rick ar all. That said, it is a beautiful rendition and sou ds better than M