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‘That Joke Isn’t Funny Anymore’: The Smiths song that almost plays itself
Amid a whirlwind of indie brilliance, Manchester's The Smiths dreamed up one of their grandest songs that came together ...
“Indie justice”: the tale of Johnny Marr’s attempt to steal ‘The Queen Is Dead’
A look into how indie rock in the 1980s was the Wild West of DIY, via Johnny Marr of The Smiths trying to steal the master tapes to their own album.
The best song on ‘Meat Is Murder’, according to Johnny Marr
A look at how The Smiths all feel that 'That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore' is one of their best songs, and how it contrasts with what Morrissey has become since.
Johnny Marr named as 'Record Store Legend'
A plaque has been unveiled in Manchester honouring musician Johnny Marr with the title of "record store legend". The ...
“What more do you need”: the Motown band Johnny Marr said was was as important as Led Zeppelin
Johnny Marr may be an avid fan of all things rock, but he knew when certain brands of soul music towered above everything else. Read more here.
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Johnny Marr honoured with huge Record Store Day accolade
Andy McQueen, of Piccadilly Records, said: “Johnny Marr is our favourite ... is ours.” In 1982, Marr and fellow Mancunian Morrissey formed The Smiths, also comprised of bassist Andy Rourke ...
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Johnny Marr 'record store legend' plaque unveiled
Andy McQueen, of Piccadilly Records, said: "Johnny Marr is our favourite ... from more than 300 artists. In 1982, Marr and fellow Mancunian, Morrissey formed The Smiths, also comprised of bassist ...