Morrissey kicked off BBC 6 Music Week today with a rare performance at the BBC's Maida Vale studios in London. Moz ripped through a 16 song which showcased seven songs from his forthcoming album Low In High School. He also covered The Pretenders' "Back On The Chain Gang," and performed several other classics from his solo catalog.
As you would expect, Morrissey was full of quips between the songs. He thanked BBC 6 Music for inviting him, then said "we don't get many invitations." Before performing "When You Open Your Legs" he referred to the song title claiming "it's about cycling," then after playing it he claimed the song would be chopped from the broadcast and said "the fun is knowing it's going to be chopped." There were a few cringeworthy moments when he attempted a political joke as well as a joke about Chrissie Hynde, referring to her as "B Hynde." Awkward.
The full performance airs on the BBC tonight, which means it's highly likely the full set will also be streaming on the internet soon. In the meantime, enjoy video of three songs from the set courtesy of BBC 6 Music. Additionally, audio of the entire performance is also available to stream here (forward to 2:00:00).
UPDATE: Video of full performance is also now available to stream
Morrissey - setlist
You Have Killed Me
I Wish You Lonely
Spent The Day In Bed
Speedway (in English)
Speedway (shortened version in Spanish)
Istanbul
Ganglord
Jacky's Only Happy When She's Up On The Stage
Back On The Chain Gang
World Peace Is None Of Your Business
The Bullfighter Dies
When You Open Your Legs
Jack The Ripper
Home Is A Question Mark
All The Young People Must Fall In Love
My Love, I'd Do Anything For You
I'm Throwing My Arms Around Paris
Published October 2nd, 2017