Morrissey – You Are The Quarry

Morrissey – You Are The Quarry

Released in 2004, You Are The Quarry marked Morrissey's triumphant return after a seven-year absence from the recording studio. Hailed by critics and fans alike, the album revitalised his solo career, combining his trademark wit, literary lyricism, and unmistakable voice with a fresh, energetic sound that introduced him to a new generation of listeners.

Produced by Jerry Finn, the album balances driving guitar-led rock with reflective ballads and sharp social commentary. Morrissey's songwriting is as provocative and deeply personal as ever, tackling themes of politics, identity, religion, love, and modern life with the intelligence and humour that have defined his career since his days with The Smiths.

The album features some of Morrissey's finest solo work, including the anthemic Irish Blood, English Heart, the heartfelt First Of The Gang To Die, the beautiful Let Me Kiss You, I Have Forgiven Jesus, and The World Is Full Of Crashing Bores. Every track showcases his unique ability to blend memorable melodies with thought-provoking lyrics, making You Are The Quarry one of the strongest releases in his extensive catalogue.

A commercial and critical success, You Are The Quarry remains an essential album for fans of alternative rock and British indie music, proving that Morrissey returned with one of the defining albums of the 2000s.

Tracklist

1. America Is Not The World
2. Irish Blood, English Heart
3. I Have Forgiven Jesus
4. Come Back To Camden
5. I'm Not Sorry
6. The World Is Full Of Crashing Bores
7. How Can Anybody Possibly Know How I Feel?
8. First Of The Gang To Die
9. Let Me Kiss You
10. All The Lazy Dykes
11. I Like You
12. You Know I Couldn't Last