The Smiths

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 British bands and one of the pioneers of 1980s independent music.

Minneapolis: September 17 to September 19, 2018

Here are some shows taking place in the Minneapolis/St Paul area from September 17 to...

Set the Boy Free: Johnny Marr on Tour

Legendary The Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr is currently on a book tour for his autobiography Set the Boy Free (Century/Cornerstone). At each of these stop, he will be on stage with a moderator, interviewing Johnny Marr each day. For the The Vista Theater with Skylight Books event, he was in conversation with KCRW's Jason Bentley. Our friend, Mark, in attendance, sent in the Vista Theater's marquee.

Transmission, feat. Andy Rourke at First Avenue (21 Mar 2015)

We don't normally cover dance clubs, but there were two key things about the Transmission show last Saturday (March 21st), that I felt were important enough for us to pay attention. First, this is indie dance club was celebrating its 14 Year Anniversary, and, second, guest DJ, Andy Rourke is the bassist of one of my favorite 80s band, The Smiths.