Obsessed: The Mexican Morrissey

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  • Опубліковано 29 кві 2015
  • Jose Maldonado, front man of The Smiths tribute band Sweet and Tender Hooligans, is an LA county lifeguard by day and the world’s greatest Morrissey impersonator by night. He’s got the voice, the looks, and a level of dedication that proves that love isn’t just a miserable lie. Join the Mexican Morrissey as he hosts his weekly Smiths-themed radio show, psyches himself up for a performance full of naked torsos and arm-waving, and shares stories of the time Moz turned the tables and stole his identity in return. We would go out tonight but we’re going to stay in and watch this instead.
    Directed & Produced by Jordan Stokes
    Director of Photography David Newbert
    Producer Nicole Rodrigues
    Associate Producer Miguel Rodrigues
    Production Assistant Horse Wilson
    Camera Assistant Michaela Bradley
    Rubrik House Productions
    Styling Skye Stewart-Short
    Grooming Helen Robertson
    Global Group Director, Film & Video Ravi Amaratunga
    Senior Video Commissioning Editor Jack Robinson
    Head of Creative Bunny Kinney
    Production Manager U.S. Eleanor Galloway
    Production Coordinator Tom Ivin
    Researcher Matthew Whitehouse
    Editor Rollo Jackson
    Colourist Alex Berry at Quality Control
    Sound Mix Soundnode
    Original Music Joe da Costa, Rob Jones
    Music Supervisor Ricki Astin
    Photo Archive Efren D Santacruz, Dylan Gordon at Dirty Snapshots
    Special Thanks
    Sweet and Tender Hooligans, La Cita, Los Angeles CA, Romano’s Concert Lounge, Riverside CA
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  • @BraveLittlePixel
    @BraveLittlePixel 9 років тому +628

    Very pleasantly surprised by that voice. Such a lucky coincidence to be able to sound so like him

  • @raiphify
    @raiphify 6 років тому +232

    “Give a man a mask and he’ll tell you the truth.”
    ― Oscar Wilde

    • @mkn.567
      @mkn.567 3 роки тому +14

      give him a few beers and same

  • @goodlookingcorpse
    @goodlookingcorpse 6 років тому +754

    If I had a Smiths tribute band I'd call it This Charming Band :)

  • @jader1549
    @jader1549 6 років тому +376

    he's Morissey when Morissey doesn't want to be Morissey

  • @thegame2531
    @thegame2531 6 років тому +617

    Came here thinking this guy was gonna be some wierdo fanboy, but he actually seems like a genuinely nice dude with a cool talent who is doing what he wants to do for the fun of it. He's like the real Morrissey without all of the negatives. Keep on rocking Jose!

    • @YepsMr
      @YepsMr 4 роки тому

      Zach weird fanboy

    • @ahras_econ
      @ahras_econ 4 роки тому +17

      Seemingly a Morrissey without collateral effects!

    • @dannyb20vtec28
      @dannyb20vtec28 4 роки тому +18

      All the “negatives” make Morrissey who he is!

    • @criminally_vulgar
      @criminally_vulgar 3 роки тому +14

      @@dannyb20vtec28 unfortunately, that's true. Still, his grudges make me laugh!
      For example, once he told fans that it was okay to like The Smiths, but don't buy any of their CDs because all of the profits go to "that wretched drummer"! Makes me chuckle every time!

    • @Zealant
      @Zealant 2 роки тому +5

      @@criminally_vulgar lmfao that's amazing

  • @1busterchops
    @1busterchops 7 років тому +446

    wow he really does sound like the man himself! impressive!

  • @Delenda_Est
    @Delenda_Est 6 років тому +38

    "Mexican Blood, American Heart" - awesome!

  • @rudyspective1870
    @rudyspective1870 3 роки тому +9

    When your idol openly acknowledges he is You...
    I'd die happy.

  • @peppa_pig_
    @peppa_pig_ 9 років тому +320

    wow he's actually a good singer!!!great job man!!

  • @dawnkindnesscountsmost5991
    @dawnkindnesscountsmost5991 7 місяців тому +2

    3:57 DAYUM!!!! JOSÉ NAILS THOSE VOCALS!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 🤯🤯🤯 ➡️ this is me realizing, "Oh, ok, that's _not_ The Smiths' & Morrissey's music that's been playing throughout this video, but José Maldonado all along?!?!?" Holy Moly! This guy is amazing! Kudos to The Sweet & Tender Hooligans' guitarist and other members for your work, too; everyone's hard work sounds fantastic!!

  • @420moej
    @420moej 6 років тому +136

    I am Mexican and I need to be loooved just like anybody else does

  • @Sheilaalien
    @Sheilaalien 8 років тому +421

    Aw. If Jose had his own reality show, I'd watch it.

    • @estelar8336
      @estelar8336 7 років тому +15

      Sheilaaliens same he looks like a really cool guy

    • @stephenulmer3781
      @stephenulmer3781 5 років тому +2

      😂 Who gives a shit about Morrissey or pseudo Morrissey tribute bands in this day and time. I was once a huge superfan too long ago but I got tired of being tragic and depressed all the time.

  • @stephengoldring5316
    @stephengoldring5316 6 років тому +174

    I would go out tonite but I haven't got a sombrero to wear

    • @stephennicholas1590
      @stephennicholas1590 4 роки тому +3

      Stephen Goldring
      Morrissey is huge in Mexico!!!

    • @davidmyles9967
      @davidmyles9967 3 роки тому +1

      my like brought the number up from 99 to the even hundred. i`m surprised it took 3 years for such a good comment. but it`s done now so have a beer and celebrate. and again in 27 years when it makes the even 1000 likes.

    • @englishsurvivalguide7482
      @englishsurvivalguide7482 3 роки тому +1

      Good one!

    • @melsagelord3991
      @melsagelord3991 3 роки тому +3

      “This Juan said it’s gruesome that someone so handsome should care...”

  • @luxlagerfeld
    @luxlagerfeld 9 років тому +329

    This was so cute.

  • @10gdavis
    @10gdavis 8 років тому +166

    Wow what a sensitive passionate and kind guy... Best of luck to him I admire his dedication to what he loves

  • @ValentinaCervera
    @ValentinaCervera 6 років тому +134

    When he started to sing I fainted. How he sounds so identical to Morrissey? holly shit

    • @ioulton9861
      @ioulton9861 6 років тому +2

      Valentina Cervera he does not

    • @3798penisholder
      @3798penisholder 6 років тому

      Valentina Cervera i know what tge fuck hes so good

    • @Lloyd556
      @Lloyd556 6 років тому +1

      I totally disagree

    • @RockLee679
      @RockLee679 4 роки тому

      Holly shit..?

  • @Sharpie951HD
    @Sharpie951HD 3 роки тому +8

    What a lovely voice he has

  • @anthonymulroy5149
    @anthonymulroy5149 7 років тому +76

    I met him 3 days ago playing a gig in London.Hes a legend

  • @CharlyBown77
    @CharlyBown77 7 років тому +408

    I've been a Morrissey fan since 1989 and I have to tell you, you're at a higher level

    • @yasmineouchrif9475
      @yasmineouchrif9475 7 років тому +38

      he even sounds better than Morrissey in live shows its unbelievable

    • @dennydenner5365
      @dennydenner5365 7 років тому

      Carlos Serrano

    • @pmshea63
      @pmshea63 6 років тому +10

      Yasmine Ouchrif Are you kidding? How can someone sound better that is copying someone? When writes lyrics like Morrissey them I'll compare. His OWN work of art.

    • @jennifergarcia1507
      @jennifergarcia1507 6 років тому +2

      Yasmine Ouchrif, allow me, for i agree to disagree an infinity number of times with your comment, so much that it is making me type the way your comment was addressed to me, which is nonsensical and baffles me that you may think such a thing. Normally i do not type like this, but I am truly baffled at your opinion. Forgive me if you'd like for making it "seem" like your comment is "wrong" or whatever but wow, i disagree strongly with your comment. Of course it isn't supposed to mean crap on here nor must you care about what I or others think, but i had to get all of this out there. Have a good one! 😉

    • @johnnyjohnny527
      @johnnyjohnny527 6 років тому

      Delete this fam LMFAAOOO

  • @thevoid99
    @thevoid99 5 років тому +12

    i'm just astounded by the fact that morrissey's music has managed to connect with such a broad audience that it was acknowledged in a movie as big as "ant-man and the wasp" to show that morrissey is a big deal with mexican-americans. i'm honduran-american and i love morrissey and the smiths.

    • @kidofspeed
      @kidofspeed Рік тому

      Catracho blood, American Heart.

  • @citizensnid3490
    @citizensnid3490 5 років тому +7

    I think it’s sweet that this American man has taken Morrisey to his heart!!!

  • @Sabbathtage
    @Sabbathtage 6 років тому +73

    Not everybody gets to play their hero, let alone your hero endorsing you back.
    A pinnacle achievement in the art of fan tributes. Jose and The Sweet and Tender Hooligans do a great job of channeling The Smiths. All the best to them.

  • @tickedoffnow
    @tickedoffnow 2 роки тому +3

    I have both Irish and Mexican roots
    Morrissey is my dream man😁💕

  • @z1lla4
    @z1lla4 8 років тому +433

    holy crap he sounds identical to morrissey

  • @edwardbliss8931
    @edwardbliss8931 Рік тому +3

    I was kind of like this, as with most obsessive Smiths and Morrissey fans---buying every book, magazine, collecting memorabilia, rarities, posters, bootlegs, etc---but I outgrew wearing the t-shirts and rocking the pompadour a longtime ago. But I still love the music though and will never stop listening to it.

  • @christophersawyer253
    @christophersawyer253 4 роки тому +3

    He is doing Gods work. God bless MOZ!! You know I am planning to head to the Viva MOZ Vegas shows!!

  • @davidmorris8669
    @davidmorris8669 6 років тому +3

    Love this clip,he sounds like the 'Moz' and let's face it we have all pretended to be in his shoes for at least a day of our lives.

  • @Judybloom799
    @Judybloom799 2 роки тому +4

    Oh wow. Wasn't expecting his voice to be so accurate

  • @stonezone9689
    @stonezone9689 3 роки тому +4

    Awesome! This guy is so happy and appreciative of his hero

    • @mitchyoung8791
      @mitchyoung8791 3 роки тому

      The dude is an LA county lifeguard (read, government employee, government pension in the future) and his side gig is playing Smiths songs. He better be happy.

  • @fuzzyfuzzybrain
    @fuzzyfuzzybrain 3 роки тому +4

    I remember putting off a whole day of homework to watch Morrissey videos and honestly I don't regret it

  • @michaelhalbert3843
    @michaelhalbert3843 11 місяців тому +5

    OMG! I was obsessed with this as soon as I discovered it, now hearing this guy sing. Damn. I've been doing Morrissey impressions (in my car/room) for years, this guy is killing it.

  • @carlmurphy2416
    @carlmurphy2416 6 років тому +2

    Wow that voice. He's spot on.

  • @jczapa7
    @jczapa7 7 років тому +52

    this dude takes the concept of being a fan to a higher level

  • @severinocicerchia7668
    @severinocicerchia7668 3 роки тому +4

    He seems like a genuinely good guy, having fun in what he does!

  • @mauonline
    @mauonline 9 років тому +29

    Simply amazing!! This Jose guy lives with it's passion on. He's the real deal. Lots of hugs from Caracas, Venezuela y larga vida a Morrissey, The Smiths y José Maldonado!!!!!

  • @johnnyparterlee7066
    @johnnyparterlee7066 5 років тому +1

    Awesomeness! Saw the Smiths in Chicago in 86 er so... Love Love Love!!!

  • @dragooz8859
    @dragooz8859 6 років тому +9

    This guy's having a blast - great attitude, and the band is amazing. Just stumbled upon this.

  • @beanbeanster7219
    @beanbeanster7219 6 років тому +7

    That's dedication to one charming man. He's definitely got the voice and Morrissey dance moves down pat. Great to see someone with such passion about something / someone.

  • @yosafat4079
    @yosafat4079 9 місяців тому +1

    Incredibly sweet story!

  • @gerardov.9716
    @gerardov.9716 2 роки тому +3

    Damn, I have to check this band out.

  • @danielnicoletti4408
    @danielnicoletti4408 7 років тому +7

    Damn he kind of sounds like him! Respect. Amor desde México, José.

  • @Yuri-tq4oc
    @Yuri-tq4oc 3 роки тому +4

    and i thought i was obsessed anyways stan the smiths

  • @Carlos-xz3vi
    @Carlos-xz3vi 5 років тому +9

    I grew up a Cure fan and I love them to death, but nowadays it seems like every day something happens in my life that I can relate it back to a Smiths/Morrissey song.

  • @leachristine5264
    @leachristine5264 4 роки тому +5

    I love everything about who this man is!! Hes happy, having fun and a true fan :D I feel you duddeee! Rock on

  • @Juliestar_
    @Juliestar_ 6 років тому +2

    its crazy because im also a Morrissey obsessed Mexican !!

  • @jupiter-8405
    @jupiter-8405 8 років тому +150

    This guy is too nice and likeable, Steven Patrick himself would always upset someone by speaking his mind.

    • @cbennett196631
      @cbennett196631 6 років тому +9

      Sea Of Sin i think MOZ is liked for speaking his mind...not sure where you interpret the disdainment...

    • @znyznyzny
      @znyznyzny 6 років тому +3

      OH_I _Will I guess you ignore reality then

    • @thunderpooch
      @thunderpooch 6 років тому

      Every artist that isn't from mainstream pop knows they have to create a bit of controversy.

  • @alexking105
    @alexking105 6 років тому +4

    Jose Maldonado is awesome. Ive seen him several times. The sweet and tender hooligans best smiths/Morrissey cover band.

  • @sami6998
    @sami6998 5 років тому +5

    It makes me so happy when other people follow their passions :")

  • @JustJoshingBra
    @JustJoshingBra 3 роки тому +1

    I Love Jose Maldonado and the sweet and tender hooligans! When I was a kid I would go to their shows, run up on stage and hug Jose(like real Moz fans) He was always super cool about it!

  • @MsShadowz1
    @MsShadowz1 5 років тому +4

    I love him! I try to go to as many of their show as I can.

  • @josephjames259
    @josephjames259 Рік тому +3

    His voice is great!

  • @filtigfilms
    @filtigfilms 6 років тому +6

    "Good luck, forever" he signed, enough said :P

  • @mitsoko
    @mitsoko Рік тому +4

    I love this guy and his band more than I love the smiths themselves honestly

    • @66BranDo
      @66BranDo 7 місяців тому

      Can relate. Did you see Rick Ashley and Bottoms play the Smiths?

  • @beyourselfeveryoneelseista2625
    @beyourselfeveryoneelseista2625 4 роки тому

    Absolutely gold. One of the best reports I've ever watched

  • @RazSux
    @RazSux 6 років тому +2

    Such a sweet story, love it!

  • @Adam_Barrett
    @Adam_Barrett 2 роки тому +2

    His voice is incredible!

  • @sheepkillindog
    @sheepkillindog Рік тому +1

    Excellent. What a voice

  • @martinfolan4864
    @martinfolan4864 2 роки тому

    Beautiful voice!! Wow!

  • @thirdeyelandslide_
    @thirdeyelandslide_ 6 років тому +484

    How do you read every Morrissey interview and still like him?

    • @n3r0n3
      @n3r0n3 6 років тому +8

      haha

    • @Katie-mw7pd
      @Katie-mw7pd 6 років тому +127

      A mutual hatred of humanity.

    • @dudette0911
      @dudette0911 6 років тому

      true LOL

    • @schlongersaurus
      @schlongersaurus 6 років тому +44

      That's why I try not to do that because I don't want to stop liking him

    • @prakharpant1711
      @prakharpant1711 6 років тому +114

      Chicken Permission by understanding that Morrissey is only human and he needs to be loved, just like everybody else does.

  • @dannyb20vtec28
    @dannyb20vtec28 4 роки тому +5

    He’s so talented!! Loved this and Morrissey!

  • @frankhernandez6883
    @frankhernandez6883 3 роки тому +1

    Kool! I never heard of this! LOVE THE SMITHS....and The Cure too! :-)

  • @lechanneldemysterieuxmante1807

    I love this. I love exploring all these Moz tribute bands and singers. For those who do not know, Mexrissey is also really fun. I assume you all know, Hooligans do groove.

  • @jaymondtarot
    @jaymondtarot 4 роки тому

    I love it......best cover ever seen

  • @ensinoderoboticaeletrotecn5873
    @ensinoderoboticaeletrotecn5873 3 роки тому +1

    That was amazing! Maldonado, you really sing!

  • @Katie-mw7pd
    @Katie-mw7pd 6 років тому +2

    WOW he's got the voice and the mannerisms down.

  • @Calaquita74
    @Calaquita74 6 років тому +1

    wonderful voice! like the man himself

  • @rik112
    @rik112 9 місяців тому +1

    would love to see him and his band someday!

  • @Tone_Jammer
    @Tone_Jammer 6 років тому +4

    This guys voice is amazing! Would love to check his band out.

  • @janellevillegas4667
    @janellevillegas4667 6 років тому +1

    i love this

  • @TishRigo74
    @TishRigo74 6 років тому +1

    Jose is such a nice guy, he takes the time to say hi after his shows! Great show by the way.

  • @jasjat
    @jasjat 7 років тому +1

    i saw you one time live and i was a big fan wish i could see you all again

  • @jmo13322
    @jmo13322 Рік тому +1

    This is AWESOME!!!!!🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽

  • @javilion7021
    @javilion7021 7 років тому +1

    Qué voz más bonita!!! No había visto nadie que pudiera cantar con ese timbre de voz tan único y especial de Morrissey. Ya sé que existe el doble de Morrissey. Lo haces genial, bravo

  • @pixarfreak1993
    @pixarfreak1993 7 років тому +2

    Morrisey is so dramatic I love it.

  • @gabsfz
    @gabsfz 9 років тому +1

    Amazing didn't know about him, but loved this!

  • @fleiva30
    @fleiva30 9 років тому +1

    Wow I'm speechless u are amazing Jose

  • @jmarinaleal
    @jmarinaleal 5 років тому

    They sound awesome

  • @indianna22
    @indianna22 6 років тому +6

    Wow the singing voice is spot on. Was not expecting him to be that good!

  • @punker405
    @punker405 6 років тому +9

    Dam he sounds like him that crazy pretty dope

  • @timcsmedic2162
    @timcsmedic2162 6 місяців тому

    If i ever travel to the west coast i will look you and your band up. Amazing sound 👍👏

  • @jamesoncroft2980
    @jamesoncroft2980 7 років тому +1

    This is amazing.

  • @mariocondello2282
    @mariocondello2282 6 років тому +46

    There was not a single person at the beach he was patrolling

  • @mahoney1360
    @mahoney1360 3 роки тому

    Always wanted to see Sweet and Tender Hooligans when I lived on CA.

  • @bonkeydollocks1879
    @bonkeydollocks1879 5 років тому

    Very good job , vocal spot on

  • @officialheathercombseardrp559
    @officialheathercombseardrp559 6 років тому +2

    WOW! 3 words: FAB-U-LOUS!

  • @danielmundayseguel9155
    @danielmundayseguel9155 4 роки тому +1

    Notable!... Saludos desde Chile!

  • @amandafelix978
    @amandafelix978 6 років тому

    Fantastic!!

  • @lockedloaded1849
    @lockedloaded1849 7 років тому

    WOW this guy has it 100%!!!! Bravo

  • @Clvsterfuck
    @Clvsterfuck 5 років тому +3

    I wished I had his voice holy shit ,Jose ,my man, you have my respect

  • @tomimpala
    @tomimpala 7 років тому

    What a voice! WOW!

  • @n54515
    @n54515 6 років тому

    wonderful!!

  • @indyatmn420
    @indyatmn420 6 років тому

    Nice! Great voice too!

  • @geoffjoffy
    @geoffjoffy 5 років тому +9

    The biggest shock ever when he started to sing. Very good.

  • @hvymtl891
    @hvymtl891 6 років тому +1

    BEST THING IVE SAW TODAY!!!

  • @iamkalixa
    @iamkalixa 6 років тому +3

    I get it!! I listen to Morrisey every day, can't explain what it is. I'm half mex, half euro. maybe there's something to it.
    Keep Rockin' it Daddy!♡

  • @robertesek9285
    @robertesek9285 6 років тому

    so friken awesome 😎

  • @MobiusBandwidth
    @MobiusBandwidth 7 років тому

    how awesome!

  • @thededoidheskey6128
    @thededoidheskey6128 3 роки тому +2

    This guy is a top top bloke

  • @MrJimboCross
    @MrJimboCross 3 роки тому

    Wow, I closed my eyes and the voice was pretty much bang on

  • @ChristinaAndJuli
    @ChristinaAndJuli 9 років тому

    How sweet!