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LONDON (Reuters) - Guitarist and songwriter Johnny Marr who made his name with cult British rock band The Smiths in the 1980s was named on Tuesday as the winner of this year's NME Godlike Genius Award. Marr, 49, founded The Smiths with Morrissey in 1983 and the two musicians co-wrote the band's songs for four albums before going their separate w...
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LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - British rock singer Morrissey is postponing six performances on his U.S. tour due to a bleeding ulcer, his spokeswoman said on Sunday. "Morrissey is expected to make a full recovery and thanks everyone concerned for their support during this time," his representative Lauren Papapietro said in a statement...
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The Smiths: Mike Joyce: 'The reunion could still happen'
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Band's drummer says vision of reformation came to him in a dream
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Morrissey: @ The Capitol Theatre, Port Chester 1/19/13
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Over the weekend, Morrissey performed at the Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, NY, just a few miles north of the city. His set included a grip of the Smiths songs, as well as a Frankie Valli cover. Check out our live shots, taken by Robert Altman.
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The guitarist says his solo debut 'The Messenger' could be compared to his old band
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