Monthly Archives: August 2012

Live review (Manhattan Sound, January 25, 1983) – City Fun

Posted on August 28, 2012 by Braceneck Boy

Possibly the first ever Smiths live review! Originally appeared in the fanzine City Fun.

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‘Smiths Split!’ – Melody Maker

Posted on August 12, 2012 by Braceneck Boy

This news item detailing the break-up of The Smiths originally appeared in the September 12, 1987 issue of Melody Maker. Note that the photo of Mike Joyce has mistakenly been identified as showing Johnny Marr.

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The Smiths: Hits and Myths – Smash Hits

Posted on August 11, 2012 by Braceneck Boy

Morrissey talks to Dave Rimmer in the February 16, 1984 issue of Smash Hits.  

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How Soon Is Now? – Melody Maker

Posted on August 8, 2012 by Braceneck Boy

Simon Reynolds says goodbye to The Smiths in the September 26, 1987 issue of Melody Maker.  

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