Would Morrissey have made it today?
A British culture staple fronted by a troubled mind.
The Smiths
Morrissey announces UK and Ireland tour, including huge Manchester show
The tour is set to begin in Dublin on May 31st.
The Story Behind The Song: The Smiths’ ode and adherence to plagiarism in ‘Cemetry Gates’
A playful take on imitation in art.
“There isn’t a band in the world who’s got a song anywhere near that”: the quest to make 1984 the best year in music history
The dawn of new possibilities.
Demons and Lyrical Absurdity: the 10 most poetic songs by The Smiths
The power of lyrical absurdity.
“Heaven knows I’m miserable now”: The five most depressing songs by The Smiths
Masters of doom and gloom.
“They found it”: The artists Patti Smith called her musical descendants
The next generation of thinkers.