25 November 2015
Universal Music, the approach made to David Joseph, since denied by David Joseph
On 18 Nov 2015, at 15:29, Boz Boorer -------------------- wrote:
Dear David,
My name is Boz Boorer and I represent all of the musicians who played
on I'M THROWING MY ARMS AROUND PARIS (Morrissey).
We are shocked that you have made no move this week to promote the
above song (download/special 7-inch/special CD) to support the people
of Paris. Any other artist would be number 1 with this song RIGHT NOW.
Why are you doing nothing? There is no other song in modern music that
aptly supports the people of Paris.
Most sincerely yours
BOZ BOORER
JESSE TOBIAS
GUSTAVO MANZUR
MATTHEW IRA WALKER
MANDO LOPEZ.
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From: John Reid --------------------
Date: November 19, 2015 at 6:39:51 PM GMT-2
To: Boz Boorer --------------------
Subject: Re: Paris
Dear Boz
Thank you for copying your email to me.
I think we all know that this would be an appropriate and compelling gesture.
I spoke with David Joseph today. His position is that owing to Universal having a very close connection to the events, much as they see your point, they are not intending to release any records in response to the tragic events of last Friday. They feel it is too raw for them given the death of one of their staff members and instead they are going to show support and solidarity in other ways, including concerts in Paris later this year by some of their artists.
However, I believe that Universal would licence the song back for eg a release for proceeds to relevant charities (which I assume would be the plan). In short there may be a possibility here but it would have to be a release via a third party. Personally I think there could be a very forceful statement to be made. It will of course require M's input. Have you discussed this with him - I assume so.
If you want me to pursue this, please let me know. Time inevitably is of the essence.
Yours sincerely
John
John Reid
Partner
Russells Solicitors
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Universal Music, the approach made to David Joseph, since denied by David Joseph
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