The Smiths | Vibepedia

The Smiths were formed in Manchester in 1982 by [[morrissey|Morrissey]] and [[johnny-marr|Johnny Marr]]. They are known for their unique blend of [[indie-rock|indie rock]] and [[jangle-pop|jangle pop]], as well as their witty, poetic lyrics. The band's music often dealt with themes of [[british-culture|British culture]], [[love|love]], and [[social-issues|social issues]]. The Smiths released four studio albums during their career, including [[the-smiths|The Smiths]] and [[meat-is-murder|Meat Is Murder]]. They have had a significant influence on the development of [[indie-music|indie music]] and have been cited as an inspiration by many other artists, including [[oasis|Oasis]] and [[blur|Blur]].