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The Smiths were an English rock band formed in Manchester in 1982, composed of Morrissey (vocals), Johnny Marr (guitar), Andy Rourke (bass) and Mike Joyce (drums). Morrissey and Marr formed the band’s songwriting partnership. The Smiths are regarded as one of the most important acts to emerge from 1980s British independent music.
Musically, the song continues the glam rock styling of other Smiths singles during the period and includes a short guitar solo from Marr. "Shoplifters of the World Unite" was first released as a non-album single in January 1987, after the band decided to scrap the single release of their original A-side, "You Just Haven't Earned It Yet, Baby".
Andrew Michael Rourke (17 January 1964 – 19 May 2023) was an English musician best known as the bassist of the 1980s indie rock band the Smiths.Regarded as one of the greatest bassists of his generation, he was known for his melodic and funk-inspired approach to bass playing.
The Smiths were an English rock band from 1982 to 1987. This is a chronological list of their known live performances. This is a chronological list of their known live performances. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] [ 3 ]
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The Smiths: 1984 [29] " The Queen Is Dead" ‡ Johnny Marr Morrissey: The Queen Is Dead: 1986 [22] "Reel Around the Fountain" Johnny Marr Morrissey: The Smiths: 1984 [29] "Rubber Ring" # Johnny Marr Morrissey: The World Won't Listen (B-side to "The Boy with the Thorn in His Side") 1985 [17] [19] " A Rush and a Push and the Land Is Ours" Johnny ...
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Louder Than Bombs is a compilation album by English rock band the Smiths, released as a double album in March 1987 by their American record company, Sire Records.It peaked at number 62 on the US Billboard 200 album chart. [9]