The Smiths
Summary: The Smiths were an alternative rock band which formed in 1982 in Manchester, England. The band originally consisted of Steven Patrick Morrissey (Vocals, Lyrics), Johnny Marr (Guitar, Music), Mike Joyce (Drums) and Andy Rourke (Bass). Hugely influential, The Smiths lasted all of five years from 1982 to 1987, releasing during this period four studio albums ( The Smiths , Meat Is Murder , The Queen Is Dead and finally Strangeways, Here We Come ) and three compilation albums ( Hatful of Hollow , The World Won't Listen and Louder Than Bombs ).
Similar Artists: Morrissey, Joy Division, Echo and The Bunnymen, The Cure, The Stone Roses
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