CD: 89482
RELEASED: 2001
LABEL: WEA

01. Panic
02. Boy With the Thorn in His Side
03. Heaven Knows I'm Miserable Now
04. Ask
05. Bigmouth Strikes Again
06. How Soon Is Now?
07. This Charming Man
08. What Difference Does It Make?
09. William, It Was Really Nothing
10. Some Girls Are Bigger Than Others
11. Girlfriend in a Coma
12. Hand in Glove
13. There Is a Light That Never Goes Out
14. Please Please Please Let Me Get What I Want
15. That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore
16. I Know It's Over
17. Sheila Take a Bow
18. I Started Something I Couldn't Finish
19. Still Ill
20. Shakespeare's Sister
21. Shoplifters of the World Unite
22. Last Night I Dreamt That Somebody Loved Me
23. Stop Me If You Think You've Heard This One Before

Digitally Remastered compilation CD. Forming in 1982 in Manchester, England, The Smiths were to become one of the most influential British bands of the 80s. Lyricist Steven Morrissey met guitarist Johnny Marr through mutual friends, and the two hired Marr's friend Andy Rourke on bass and Mike Joyce on drums. The Smith's music marked the beginning of the British indie-rock scene. Their music was pure guitar-based pop/rock, recalling hooks and textures from the 60s. While it was rooted in British pop, it was steeped in the vigour and independence of punk. The musicianship of Rourke and Joyce combined with Marr's clever melodic guitar hooks coalescing with Morrissey's yearning voice and cultured lyrics captivated thousands. Morrisey's, Wilde inspired, lyrics are witty, charming and intelligent. Marr's guitar has a sweepingly majestic feel with some fantastic mellow chord progressions. Probably the best song on this album, though, is the acoustic 'Please Please Please Let Me Get What I Want'. Although this song only clocks in at 1:51, Marr's soft guitar compliments Morrisey's anxist ridden vocal's. A grower for those not around in the 80s, and a great introduction to a great band.

Influences / Similar Artists:
Blue Aeroplanes, Kitchens of Distinction, Easterhouse, House of Love, Felt