JOHNNY MARR appears to have dashed hopes for a Smiths reunion this year by embarking on a solo album project.
JOHNNY MARR appears to have dashed hopes for a Smiths reunion this year by embarking on a solo album project.In recent years, the guitarist has collaborated with The Cribs and Modest Mouse but has released only one full solo album, 2003’s Boomslang.
A source commented: “The prospect of a Smiths reunion seems more unlikely than ever now that Johnny has started working on a solo album.
“Major labels have shown interest, and it’s expected to be released late this year.” Great news, as he is an exceptional musician.
While a reunion for The Smiths would be wonderful…a new album would also be a delight.
Yet, a part of me thinks it’s just as well if they remain apart.
Despite public demand for their reunion, it’s important to remember that The Smiths’ music accompanied lonely moments in a teenager’s bedroom…it’s just the reality.
Morrissey, these days, appears quite cheerful and is seemingly not celibate anymore…good for him.
Meanwhile, Johnny Marr seems to be available to anyone who shows interest.
Andy Rourke may join in, likely having exhausted his $100,000 from his time with The Smiths on heroin, and I’m doubtful that Morrissey would work with Mike Joyce again…particularly after Joyce won a court case against Morrissey and Marr, resulting in over $1.5 million awarded to him.
However, it may not matter who fills the rhythm section for a reunion…as it’s Morrissey and Marr that the public truly desires to see together.
If they performed, I would certainly attend, but it still wouldn’t replicate those solitary teenage years.
by Wallace McTavish
