Posted on 22/06/2016 21:02
Just working my way through "A Light That Never Goes Out" - a biography about The Smiths.
One of (maybe 'the') greatest ever groups.
What comes across is the sheer talent of the members, Johnny Marr in particular (of course!) and the fact that they knew so much about music, musical history, different genres, etc
They were self taught and could just 'do it'.
A recommended read.
Posted on 28/06/2016 20:14
[quote]I don't think that either Johnny Marr or Morrisey have done anything of much note since The Smiths split. Particularly strange in the case of JM.....one of tbe most talented, melodic, natural guitar talents ever.[/quote]
Johnny Marr has toured quite a bit recently and released some good music. Gigs are a good night out. Check out "Easy Money" as a good example of recent stuff. Was also in groups The The, Electronic and The Cribs.
Morrissey also recorded quite a bit - some gems amongst his output. I like "first of the gand to die" from 2004.
Both played Glastonbury in recent years as well.
IanH