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Johnny Marr responds to fan calls for The Smiths to reunite after Oasis

Johnny Marr responds to fan calls for The Smiths to reunite after Oasis

‘If Oasis can do it, The Smiths can too’ Johnny Marr has responded to suggestions that The Smiths should get back together following the news that Oasis are reuniting. On Tuesday morning, Oasis officially confirmed they would be reuniting for a run of 14 massive gigs next summer. Some 15 years after they last performed live together, […]

1 year ago

Tributes pour in as The Smiths star dies aged 59

Tributes pour in as The Smiths star dies aged 59

Andy Rourke has been described as a ‘supremely gifted musician’ Tributes have poured in for The Smiths bassist Andy Rourke after he tragically passed away aged 59. Former bandmate Johnny Marr announced the news on Twitter this morning, describing the Manchester music star as a “supremely gifted musician”. The tweet said: “It is with deep […]

3 years ago

Legendary Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr releases new track ‘Hi Hello’

Legendary Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr releases new track ‘Hi Hello’

New Johnny Marr? Yes, please Johnny Marr preps us for his forthcoming new album with new single “Hi Hello”. Marr said of the new single: “It was one of the songs that just fell into my hands and mind as I was playing. The tune evoked something natural so I just followed it and it felt […]

8 years ago

Legendary Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr to release new solo album

Legendary Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr to release new solo album

He’s back. Announcing he has a new album on the way, legendary Smiths guitarist and acclaimed solo artist Johnny Marr is to release Call the Comet this coming June. Recorded with his band in Manchester at Marr’s own Crazy Face Studios, the new album is his third solo album and follows the critically acclaimed albums The Messenger and Playland. Announced today […]

8 years ago