Author(s): Smiths

Vinyl

THE SMITHS The Smiths (UK/EU limited edition 10-track vinyl LP, their self-titled debut album originally released in 1984. Includes the single What Difference Does It Make plus the non-single classic tracks Reel Around The Fountain, Still Ill and Hand In Glove. Picture sleeve replicates the original cover artwork designed by Morrissey, with illustrated lyric inner.

Arriving in an era dominated by synth-pop and gloomy post-punk, The Smith's eponymous debut was the beginning of a new era. Johnny Marr's inventive song writing and ringing guitars were catchy and melodic and were made all the more original by Morrissey's vocal style and lyrics. Although The Smiths continued to improve over the course of their career, the songs here are vital and alive, making sure that their debut remains startling and exciting to this day.