Spikey Badger writes:

Strange choice of venues

Exclusive - Morrissey announces UK dates - NME.com.

The star, who will play at the Carling Weekend: Reading And Leeds Festivals in August, will follow the dates with four smaller shows. Support at the gigs will come from The Dead 60’s.

The tour calls at:

Paisley Town Hall (September 2)
Perth City Hall (3)
Blackpool Empress Ballroom (4)
Bridlington Spa (6)

Tickets go on sale shortly. For ticket availability, click here or call the NME Ticketline on 0870 1 663 663

Larry writes:

Hi,

Natalie Merchant played the Calvin Theater in Northampton, MA USA Sat July 31st, and covered "Everyday Is Like Sunday". It was her only cover of the night. She did a great job with the song, but sang it so straight that her own personality didn't come through very well.

I think it showed significant taste.