Morrissey of Smiths fame returning to Israel in August

Julie Wiener

Morrissey in Austin, Texas in 2006. (Wikimedia Commons)

Morrissey in Austin, Texas in 2006. (Wikimedia Commons)

(JTA) — Morrissey, the British singer-songwriter best known for his involvement in The Smiths, will perform two concerts in Israel this summer.

The 57-year-old solo musician will play Tel Aviv on Aug. 22 and Caesarea two days later, The Times of Israel reported Tuesday.

Morrissey sold out his most recent concerts in Israel, in 2012. His latest album, released in 2014, is “World Peace is None of Your Business.”

He is an outspoken advocate for animal rights and vegetarianism.

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