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Think you know everything about indie-pop’s most charming men? Here are ten surprising Smiths facts which may change your mind…

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From delicate illustrations to reactive graphics, the best album covers of 2021 capture the identity of the music within.

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The very epitome of retro cool, The Smiths’ artworks stood apart in the 80s, and they’ve retained their timeless allure ever since.

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Whether written for The Smiths or his own solo albums, the best Morrissey lyrics rank among the most insightful in rock music.

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From arch noise-pop to heartbroken ballads, the best Blur songs show rich and varied the band were over a hugely successful career.

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Following a run of pop-minded albums, ‘Naked’ found Talking Heads returning to the experimental approach of ‘Remain In Light’.

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A stop-gap compilation between albums, ‘The World Won’t Listen’ screamed ‘genius’, thanks to The Smiths’ unbeatable run of singles.

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Hailed as being ‘as fresh and colourful’ Morrissey’s daffodils, The Smiths’ debut album captured the group in their first flush of success.

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Influential, distinctive and enduring, the best The Smiths songs are just part of an inspiring body of work recorded in under five years.

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With its ‘direct statement’ and musical and lyrical innovations, the ‘Meat Is Murder’ album was the sound of The Smiths raising their game.

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