This Morrissey Gig Is Insane.

[@christopheresposito7023]

The hugging is a tradition going back to the 80's. Morrissey is used to it and it's expected at every show.

[@PinnyBasher]

Morrissey has never had contempt for his audience. He has actively encouraged stage invasions for decades. God Bless Him.

[@nelsonwilbury6162]

Right just contempt for non white people. Mr Brexit. Pathetic

[@vitaminwater9662]

LMAO morrissey is an arrogant hateful asshole

[@marcraygun6290]

He taught me to laugh at the sadness , I think he got me through tough times

[@American-Dragon]

go see him. he is on tour.

[@Jonni1027]

@@American-Dragon I just saw him for the first time this past November and he was everything I’d hoped and more! And what an amazing band!

[@myauralfixation]

Yes. And fabulous biting sarcasm to boot.

[@h0lysockbob401]

Same here ❤

[@tzol2360]

"He prowls the stage like a cat just looking for somewhere to lay down"

[@ironmaven1760]

I was there..2 nights in July...Moz was kind and patient and gracious to his fans ...especially on his last night!!! He signed albums, and of course ripped off his t shirts and threw them to the audience- we went batshit crazy! Second year of his residency here in Vegas- we love him here!🖤🖤🖤

[@eddiekelly3224]

Love the Moz, national treasure to his fans over here.

[@francesprendergast1721]

I adoooooore him as an artist ❤ Such an incredible lyricist. It winds me up when people say he can't sing just because he's not a "singer". His voice is beautiful - so unique. 😌

[@myauralfixation]

A lot of singers from that era were very unique; think of Robert Smith, Andrew Eldritch and Siouxsie Sioux as just a couple examples.

[@Puckrocker]

Someone please develop a full tv series where Justin analyzes Morrissey hugs!!! I could watch so many hours of that.

[@OullieMcGoullie]

😂 YES!

[@thoru4367]

I love Morrissey from my truest purest heart

[@tararawson2630]

He’s a racist. I love the Smiths but the guy is not good human

[@that44rdv4rk]

that's the gentlest security team ever. patting them on the back, comforting them as they pull them away. very wholesome.

[@thiccrat]

i assume the singer man guy probably talked with them before the show about how he wants to interact with his audience.

[@diorsse]

@@thiccrat the singer man guy

[@StrangeDevice]

OMG all I want now is hours of Justin doing color commentary on concert footage like a sports announcer!

[@-TheDude-]

i like it

[@StrangeDevice]

@@-TheDude- “Oh no, looks like it’s lights out for Morrissey as a fan has him on the ropes-but wait! What’s this? He has greased up his arm, sending the fan plummeting backward to the floor! Good prep work there from Morrissey’s corner. Let’s see if he employs the tearaway tastecoat on this matchup as well…”

[@slyasleep]

@@StrangeDevice brilliant!!!

[@StrangeDevice]

@@slyasleep How fun would that be, right?! I see Justin vastly expanding his creative output. He’s really turning into an amazing all-around performer here.

[@slyasleep]

@@StrangeDevice Who knew all that time he had a poet, a sage and a wit all hidden under that spandex?

[@unbearifiedbear1885]

Who would've thought the most cynical man in the history of music would lovingly embrace strangers while trying to work 😂❤

[@bobbyllockhart7829]

I've always liked Morrissey way more than I should since I'm a metalhead!! Lol 🤘🤘🤘 great episode by the way!

[@29memyselfandi]

A fellow metal head and a fellow Moz fan. There’s a lot of us about 😉

[@Romanaitor3]

Phil Anselmo has a KZbin video gushing about Morrissey

[@MechaKluh]

In a world where many seem to eschew proper English, I appreciate that you search for the right words and sometimes correct yourself.

[@Robermu2]

This channel is getting better and better. Not only are we gifted your musical commentary and stance but the comedy element has definitely ramped up. This content is far better than any of the mainstream TV channels which is why that is dying a death. Keep up the great work Justin!

[@lezzliea]

Television is dying a death because it's pandering to the woke and politically correct, it's neither entertaining, funny or true to life. ☹

[@djlehara]

what martin said.....

[@altered7144]

"...like a cat looking for somewhere to lay down" ahhh what an exact way to describe ones somewhat vacant, yet troubled demeanour.Thanks for the fitting description Mr.Hawkins. (So, feline I must be🐈‍⬛). 🎶😻🕺

[@gavinpearcey]

I got to see Morrissey in Feb of 2000 at Hamilton Place in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. He was absolutely brilliant, and I will never forget it.

[@veryblueeyes626]

Nothing beats seeing Moz live. Best experience for me was getting the national express up to Hawick in Scotland and seeing him perform in a town hall. The energy and devotion was euphoric.

[@stub011]

Seen Morrissey live many times, always a great show 🤘🤘🤘

[@JaspersMom4ever]

Love the security is gentle with the stage invaders❤

[@forgettablelisa]

Great timing, I just happened to hear Rock and Roll Deserves to Die a few minutes ago, what a rad song!

[@lauralinguidi]

I've seen Morrissey 3 times: first one in London closing his tour Who put the M in Manchester? and the other two in Buenos Aires. There's like a tradition among fans who always try to hug him and, let's not forget, that ripping his shirt off to throw it away to the public is part of his magic! Nothing better than his manly chest and his awesome attitude. Next time I'll try to get on the stage!

[@jonthebeau4653]

I love Morrissey the idea that I can get up on stage for a hug makes me want to go see him.

[@Jonni1027]

You really should!

[@christophemeasson5190]

Haaaa you love him it makes my heart melt, you are harsh most of the time , he is my legend too viva Mozz

[@vegardyrnes1793]

The audience should tell him, "the more you ignore me, the closer I get"😆

[@deborahanlon2323]

We used to have Morrissey listening parties at my place of employment when I worked 3rd shift. I love him!!!! 💕❤ Lol...I just found out he's in Boston on Dec 4th!!! Going!!!!

[@franklinrussell3042]

Same story working graveyard with the hipsters back in the day. I learned to love Mozz

[@mimilini1]

Hug him!!!! ❤️

[@hannahtaybooks]

Morrissey is on tour in England this year, I'm seeing him in October! I love him!

[@herberthennessy2026]

Didn’t expect to be as touched by this outpouring as I was. Nice one Moz.

[@jamiewm]

I’ve seen Moz more times than anybody else live and I’m seeing him again next month, it’s always like this - a religious experience 👌

[@sonomoto9710]

Love morrisey and the smiths! Brilliant 🤩

[@IainFrame]

Morrissey is amazing. Been a fan for years. The grumpier he gets and more the refuses to play the game, the more his haters get upset and his fans love it.

[@leeirwin6846]

Yeh very true

[@modmary3527]

That’s my favorite reaction you’ve done, so far. 😀😀😀

[@IainDelaney]

Just remember that the other half of the Smiths was the great Johnny Marr. I saw him with The The, opening for Depeche Mode. He played harmonica, but with his whole body. I have never seen anyone attack a harmonica like that. Marr is an incredible musician, and he can probably play any instrument you hand him.

[@postpunk6947]

And his jangling guitar work is very hard to play, but sounds amazing!

[@dollyrocker40]

Love love Depeche mode great live

[@carolinevdvlies6969]

Yes! His solostuff is great too. Loved to see him live one day

[@skooshy621]

I love good harmonica players, and I agree about Johnny Marr's playing. I remember him as one quarter of The Smiths, though! (Just sayin'.)

[@Marnificentt]

Genuinely howling at the commentary. More like this please Justin ❤

[@MichaelShea1965]

OMG! So funny Justin. It looks like Morrisey is letting this happen on purpose. The song does say everyone needs love.

[@italy-amanda]

You do make me giggle with your reviews......this one is hilarious 🙂

[@DolphCas]

Great video. I love Morrissey, Love Justins breakdown.

[@Livelaughlimpbizkit]

This video is incredible, you have such a way of describing things no one thinks of

[@jonpalmer1825]

"Somebody Disinfect this Legend" 🤣🤣

[@Cassie_Loveless]

Morrissey is so incredibly kind, oh my god, he just stays so calm in that situation, and he welcomes them with open arms.

[@robkilby8565]

Come on Mr H, let’s have a Depeche Mode review.

[@StephenSE9]

Hi Justin. I got excited seeing your thumbnail of Morrissey after a recent comment from yours truly about doing a video on Associate's Billy Mackenzie. The connection being The Smith's single William It Was Really Nothing, which was about Billy, and Associate's response single Stephen You're Really Something. 😊

[@rachellithgow]

That was a riot. Felt like I was genuinely laughing and reacting with you. And I love Morrissey and The Smiths too, saw him live once and saw Johnny Marr. I'm only a new subscriber, but I suspect there is more comedy in you :D

[@djlehara]

DUDE!!! I love your sense of humor. And God effin bless you for being part of what might be the only tribute to Eddie Van Halen the world will see (all wrapped up nicely in the Taylor Hawkins Tribute) Your performance with Wolfgang was spectacular, cheeky, and perfecto mundo. Cheers, mate !!

[@pjextra2430]

Justin is wildly underrated

[@ibookboyuk]

Wow. I hadn't heard about this. What a wonderful video, what a wonderful song and what a wonderful thing to do to turn it into a hug-athon

[@jasonkelley5394]

This song is so unique and timeless its difficult to think it was made in the mid 80s.

[@frankshailes3205]

There was was wider range of musical styles in the charts in the 80s than there is now. Everything from All About Eve to Clannad to Public Enemy, Gary Numan and Whitesnake. Even Joe Dolce! Now it's all pap, rap and crap.

[@Element-tu8jw]

😂

[@Hegder]

I mean, it’s a brilliant don’t but it sounds 100 percent like the 80s.

[@jasonkelley5394]

@@Hegder Fair enough but it doesn't feel nearly 40 years old to me - but then again I probably didn't hear it until late 80s early 90s. What other 80s song does it resemble would you say? I can't think of anything that had such a distinctive tremolo riff.

[@jasonkelley5394]

I should add though...the Smiths/Morrissey are firmly planted in the 80s in my mind.

[@cgoldens]

This was one of my fav videos of yours, so good! lol

[@bullhornzz]

Justin! Great video as usual! Morrissey is amazing. Also, can't wait to see you and Rick Beato kick it! Looking forward to what will obviously be a FANTASTIC video for both channels.

[@damjanp7920]

ah, so it's officially happening?

[@bullhornzz]

@@damjanp7920 well, Justin said he wanted to, and then Rick acknowledged in a video and said let's do it so I'd say it looks quite hopeful. 👍

[@drfabulous77]

What a great commentary!

[@draglinesilk5229]

The blazing saddles reference 😂😂 you have my heart sir!

[@sam_ausz3281]

Brilliant commentary, you're my new favourite hobby 🤣🤙

[@stevemillscomedy1970]

I'm from Killarney and I'm going to see him on the 24th of September!!!! Another one off the bucket list!!! (yes I'm 52 and old but he's a hero of mine since i first saw This Charming Man on Top of The Pops!)

[@marchrismcg]

not old sir....older, wiser and more distinguished,at the same rate as Morrisey as well. -good music stays with you for a lifetime. The Smiths are worthy , and of legendary status, no doubt he can still chant 🙌

[@philbirkitt8505]

I'm going to see Morrissey in a few weeks, cannot wait!

[@jokennedy2943]

I’ve loved him since the start & seen him live, he inspires absolute adoration especially in young men!

[@marchrismcg]

loved the involuntary snort whilst laughing at your clumsiness Justin, you're a funny individual, in lots of ways. love all your wee nuances too.....yer a talented man 🤣 big fan of your vids.

[@alyssamiarobertson]

I can indeed confirm that seeing Morrissey live is a religious experience! His early-mid solo work is beautiful…Bona Drag, Viva Hate, Your Arsenal, and You Are the Quarry are standouts! He always does a great blend of The Smiths and his solo work, and old and new material.

[@mleg7104]

And why worry about being a far right hate-monger tainting his work?

[@miguelelgueta5830]

amazing, you should definitively do more concert reviews, the huggings comments here were hilarious dude

[@jamiedeacon]

Yes! Thank you for sticking up for Morrissey. He's the greatest.

[@craigevans4694]

Is he really though? Hilarious!

[@craigevans4694]

@@mazolab Good for Morrissey, and being an old sad sack of meat past his prime.

[@SoRadAwesomeStCool]

Morrissey ripping off the shirt that says "Darling I Hug" is equivalent to a shop flipping it's open sign to closed.

[@floodito]

Hilarious! I’m seeing Moz in Brighton next month. Always a pleasure!

[@DavidCameronMusic]

Just Brilliant! Cheered up my day!

[@danevanson4223]

Would love to see you do a detailed video on Johnny Marr and his style of playing

[@megatronman]

I was at the front at the Brixton gig. He opened with How Soon Is Now. The sound of that guitar riff with the tremolo effect coming out of the PA was something else.

[@NinStardust]

Love the video as always, Justin, but now I feel disturbingly hug deprived 🥺 maybe I should go and see Morrissey live too? 🤔😅😂

[@JohnnyArtPavlou]

🤗🤗🤗🤓

[@Demention94]

Or a shrink.

[@robertl.7518]

He cuts a hug-gable figure. hahahahah Justin your humor and your take on life is inspiring joyful! :) I have found Justin Hawkins and Juno Birch channels this year and I have been watching every new videos that come out!! LOVE

[@marchrismcg]

absolutely worthy! he's one of the good guys Justin, he talks a lotta sense, when he feels his audience, and shares the love ! share his vids , Encourage !

[@bouzoukiman5000]

That was hilarious! He was amazing. Why should he deny his fans a simple hug?👍

[@erickjason9092]

I love that song. It's hypnotizing.

[@anni6706]

Thank you so much for making me laugh! It was sorely needed as I am currently dealing with covid and feeling like crap.

[@marchrismcg]

stay away from zombies for now, no more concerts for you......get well soon though. Justins a funny guy, he's good for you. 😊

[@danedward4255]

The guy has been blessed with the musicians he has worked with

[@skooshy621]

Indeed, and the musicians he has worked with have been blessed with him. Sweet two-way 🎸🎤

[@marsoblivi0n945]

@@skooshy621exactly it goes both ways or we would have never heard of mo. Everything and everyone has to line up just right when your a musician.

[@karinlouise5489]

About time you 🤣 Yes go and see him. The Las Vegas shows are a massive singalong.

[@anarchodandyist]

No matter what the haters say he is still a beast! He still means a lot to many of his fans even now and his music still resonates with them. Also it’s great how he has the knack of pissing people off is hilarious.

[@ronrendon]

a beast, yup, that pretty much sums it up right there LOL

[@honkytrousers]

Oh man, this is hilarious, my favourite Justin Hawkins Rides Again so far

[@sierrasample8632]

I absolutely love you, Justin, for doing a Morrissey video. I know he's unpopular as an individual and persona currently, but I agree with you - his music, lyrics, and vocal performance are like none other and should be celebrated. My dad loved The Smiths and Morrissey's solo work, and Morrissey's voice was a huge part of the soundtrack of my life. My parents took me to see Morrissey as my first concert, probably back in 1999, and it truly was a religious experience, as some describe. I remember he even forgot the lyrics to a song, and the crowd sang for him!! It was just a beautiful, exciting, emotional experience. Since then, I've seen him numerous times, and taken my oldest two to see him as their first concerts as well! To see my children sing his songs and be part of that audience experience like I was, was just euphoric to me. And Morrissey never disappoints!! You've covered other, older artists losing their range, but Morrissey still sounds spot on, I'm terms of pitch. The band is incredible, and his setlists take you through every emotion. My favorite album I think is Vauxhall And I, although you can't deny the early Bona Drag is phenomenal. Unlike other artists who may lose some creativity or imagination, Morrissey doesn't! I love World Peace Is None Of Your Business - it sounds like it should be the soundtrack for a film or musical. And his covers are impressive and exposed me to many artists I want to hear more of, thanks to him. Viva Moz!

[@perlundgren7797]

@Victor Alexander I don't know if it started earlier, but he made some racial remarks about Chinese people being inferior maybe 10 years ago and has expressed his support for a British far-right political party.

[@douglasmilton2805]

@sierrasample8632: Yes, Vauxhall and I is his masterpiece, but I still whack Viva Hate on from time to time. What a great solo debut (although Vini Reilly can take a lot of credit for that).

[@johnnyjohnsonmusic]

Love this song, serious goose bump spine shiver territory.

[@cliveedwards2958]

Cheers Justin your observations are giving me a great laugh...I've just subscribed as been following for a while now..and you are consistently cheering my day!

[@mikec3853]

Saw Morrisey back in the early 90s with tickets that had been found on the street, just laying there lost. I felt bad for whoever had lost them. The show was good until it abruptly ended by the people barging the stage to the degree that no one could perform.

[@lezzliea]

Quit complaining, you got in for nowt!

[@ianlucas5647]

THEY WERE MY TICKETS!!!!!!

[@mikec3853]

@@lezzliea You see it as a complaint, i see it as a morality tale as there's "nowt" for free in this world.

[@lezzliea]

@@mikec3853 In that case, you should've sold the tickets and given the money to charity 👼

[@lezzliea]

@@ianlucas5647 With the emphasis on 'were' 🤣

[@mattgearytransplanted]

how can anyone hate moz? inconceivable!

[@thewildcampolians]

Hilarious one Justin. You made me enjoy a Morrisey song.

[@pauleiwalsh]

Can’t wait to see moz in Manchester next month. Hometown show is going to be amazing.

[@deborahmatthews7940]

Morrissey adores his audience. I’ve been to a fair few Moz gigs and the last one in Leeds was insane. I didn’t think I was going to get out alive. The t shirt throw is always carnage. I must say I am so chuffed you like Morrissey. Thanks for this video. It was fab x

[@leenorman8433]

Love your humour Justin. Your line about Morrissey kicking a potential hugger in the balls said with that cheeky look on your face had me rolling with laughter! I needed a good laugh, nice one!!!

[@mrgalactus7264]

Saw Morrissey 3 times, amazing experience each time. I have a piece of one of his shirts 😄

[@bythepound]

this is so good, thank you justin

[@scampraksha]

Really cool video, loved this, thanks Justin!

[@nickrakich2319]

Justin, have become a regular viewer of your videos. I'd love to hear you do a reaction to some Smashing Pumpkins, specifically something from the Siamese Dream album. I've been a fan of theirs for most of my life and I'd love to hear your thoughts on their signature tone and style from the Gish/Siamese era. Siamese Dream has remained solidly in my top 10 favorite albums specifically because of their manipulation of guitar tone throughout that record; the range of which is very present in the song Geek U.S.A., which would be my suggestion for your analysis. Thanks for the stimulating videos from one music nerd to another. P.S. Phenomenal to see you on the Hawkins tribute. What a show that was.

[@clockwerkgoblin_pangolin]

Morrissey is such a legend. This is a remarkably hilarious hugathon and love how he's so casual about it walking around like Winnie the Pooh. Genius and a big fan of The Smiths! :D

[@clockwerkgoblin_pangolin]

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[@clockwerkgoblin_pangolin]

Please react to this Video!!!!

[@Revo2222-j2u]

I saw Morrissey the year before the pandemic at The Beacon in NYC , he was excellent live !

[@seanforbes3937]

Morriseys last two albums, especially his most recent, are absolutely fantastic

[@29memyselfandi]

I Am Not a Dog on a Chain is magnificent.

[@chrisclark2747]

Have you heard his earlier stuff? I Am Not A Dog On A Chain is pretty good (some of it is fantastic), but Low in High School is horrific. If you like that, go back to his 80s and 90s solo work.

[@o0Fritz0o]

Where various forms of televised Sportsing have commentary, I think recorded concerts should have live commentating on crowd acitvity by Justin Hawkins 😄🖤

[@Matthew-ez4ze]

I was lucky enough to see The Smiths at Irvine Meadows in June of '85, and then at San Diego State University . During both shows there would be no less than 20 people on stage at any given time trying to hug Moz, it was funny and completely out of control, but he never stopped singing and hugging the fans that jumped-up on the stage.

[@Jiggs2u2]

Thanks! That description was quite entertaining lol

[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

Thanks Jiggs!

[@redphonedeb]

Saw him last Sunday in Glasgow, there were people right at the front at the Armadillo too. Didn't see too many folk actually climb up though. Security had to break up a fight over his t-shirt at the end..!! 🤣 Morrisey was excellent.

[@spiffy8576]

Morrissey is one of the greatest musical artists to ever grace God's green earth.

[@BM-yr1lc]

Certainly nobody like him

[@modmutha8608]

I agree

[@bobsbigboy_]

Morrissey is the GOAT and thats that

[@TheCrispmen]

Justin bahahaha!!! Your laugh is infectious. That is some hilarious commentary... do this more please 🤣🤣🤣

[@Totally90sDude]

Thanks for the humor, Justin! ha ha you are hilarious, but the best part of every segment is when you sing your theme. Beautiful tone!

[@carolinevdvlies6969]

Yes we need a clip with all the variations on the Justin theme😅

[@Totally90sDude]

@@carolinevdvlies6969 Brilliant idea!

[@ignaxing]

Had a laugh with your reenactments of the hugs-situations 🤣

[@wanderwithross]

My grandad also used to pull his trousers up slightly before sitting down. You just don't see that now a days! Endearing!

[@silver47official]

Morrissey - one of the greatest of all time.

[@noodles6206]

I have a form of synaesthesia and Morrissey’s voice has always made me taste mould.

[@marchrismcg]

im chuckling hard right now 😆

[@tommotomdubbz9632]

Does mould taste like it smells? 🤔

[@samchoate1719]

That’s epic

[@noodles6206]

@@samchoate1719 and it’s pure mould, not even a hint of freshness