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The Smiths Indeed is a tribute band dedicated to The Smiths. The band is from Liverpool in the North West of England.

The band were formed in 2005 and quickly gained a reputation for excellent live shows. They have played multiple extensive UK tours, as well as some European dates, selling out numerous venues. The musicians are culled from various well-known bands such as The Christians, Pete Wylie and Maudlin Rich.

Setlist

The band's setlist consists of songs from The Smiths' extensive repertoire. They do no play any of Morrissey's solo material. Setlist stalwarts include: "This Charming Man", "Heaven Knows I'm Miserable Now", "The Queen Is Dead", "Panic", "Ask", "Girlfriend In A Coma", "Bigmouth Strikes Again", "There Is a Light That Never Goes Out" and "Still Ill". Album tracks such as "The Headmaster Ritual", "Please Please Please Let Me Get What I Want" and "Reel Around The Fountain are also regularly played.

Band Members

  • J. Wendelen (Morrissey) - Vocals
  • S. McKelvie (Johnny Marr) - Guitars
  • B. Kewley (Andy Rourke) - Bass
  • P. Tsanos (Mike Joyce) - Drums