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When The Smiths Were Fronted by a 1960s-era Female Pop Star

For a brief moment in 1984 The Smiths were performing on BBC music programs without the crooning vocals of Morrissey, but instead featuring the singing talents of 1960’s era popstar Sandie…

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Classically Smiths cancelled as Mike Joyce follows suit with Andy Rourke in not participating

In news that comes as no surprise, Classically Smiths, the event that was to see Mike Joyce, Andy Rourke, and Craig Gannon of The Smiths perform with the backing of…

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Bands

UPDATE: Classically Smiths—Andy Rourke denies involvement

A representative for Andy Rourke denies the bassist’s involvement We previously reported earlier today the announcement of Classically Smiths, the trio of former Smith’s members Mike Joyce, Craig Gannon, and Andy…

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Tourdates

The Smiths go Classical! Rourke, Joyce, and Gannon set to perform Smiths songs live with a full orchestra!

The Smiths go Classical! After teasing the announcement last Friday, The Smiths’ rhythm section of Andy Rourke and Mike Joyce, plus “fifth member” Craig Gannon, have announced that they will…

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Tony Wilson’s feelings on Morrissey and his 1984 interview with The Smiths for Granada Reports

The Smiths, and Morrissey, in particular, made many television appearances during 1984 in promotion of the band’s second album, Meat is Murder. One such interview during this time was with none…

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Classic Bands

Morrissey accuses HMV of vulgarly attempting to “Freeze Sales” of Smiths’ single with ‘tacky badge’

Re-issue! Re-package! Re-package! Re-evaluate the songs Double-pack with a photograph Extra track (and a tacky badge) Yesterday, The Smiths celebrated the 31st anniversary of The Queen Is Dead be releasing a…

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