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The Rise and Fall of The Smiths
“A fascinating tour through the band’s glory days before they imploded in a cloud of poison” - Patricia Nicol, The Times
Why did The Smiths break up?
This is the whirlwind story of one of the world’s most beloved and influential bands, told in their own words, built exclusively from material found in the BBC archives - some of which has never been heard before.
Presented by Steve Lamacq and Elizabeth Alker, with original music and sound design from Coach Conrad.
Presenters
Steve Lamacq & Elizabeth Alker
Featuring
Morrissey
Johnny Marr
Andy Rourke
Mike Joyce
Tony Wilson
Grant Showbiz
Stephen Street