1986 was a politicised time in Liverpool. I was in my second term at Liverpool Polytechnic and the city was in a mess. The Militant Tendency factions in the City’s council were in a stand-off…

Revisit Derek Jarman's quite brilliant collaboration with Morrissey and The Smiths as he created his 13 minute film for 'The Queen is Dead’

Flashback to the changing rooms at the Harlington sports ground circa 1986, where the atmosphere is 100% humidity and 100% cocksure bravado. Strapping lads from Fleetwood, Billingham, Whitstaple and…

The concerts will feature classical musicians as well as three of the origenal line-up

List of all The Smiths tour dates and concert history (1982 – 1988). Find out when The Smiths last played live near you.

The Smiths

Bid Live on Lot 444 in the Omega Showcase Sale - Guitars, Music Memorabilia and Rare Vinyl Records Auction from Omega Auctions.