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Formed: 1982 in Manchester, England
Years Active: 80 's, 90 's
Genre: Rock

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Biography
The Smiths were the definitive British indie rock band of the '80s, marking the end of synth-driven new wave and the beginning of the guitar rock that dominated English rock into the '90s. Sonically, the group was indebted to the British Invasion, crafting ringing, melodic three-minute pop singles, even for their album tracks. But their scope was f... Continue Bio >>

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Discography:
1988 Rank
1987 Strangeways, Here We Come
1986 Queen Is Dead
1985 Meat Is Murder
1984 Smiths
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Filmography:
2008 The Smiths: The Queen is Dead - A Classic Album Under Review
1992 Smiths: The Complete Picture
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Group Members: Craig Gannon Mike Joyce Johnny Marr Andy Rourke Morrissey More >> Similar Artists: Kirsty MacColl The Stone Roses The Cure R.E.M. Suede More >>

Influenced By: Sandie Shaw The Sex Pistols The Rolling Stones New York Dolls The Kinks More >> Followers: Echobelly Railway Children Oasis Club 8 The Organ More >>

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