MORRISSEY
Morrissey rose to fame as the enigmatic frontman of The Smiths, known for his poetic lyrics, melancholic themes, and distinctive voice. After the band's split, he launched a solo career marked by introspective, often controversial songs that maintained a devoted following. His sharp wit, romanticism, and outsider persona have made him a defining figure in alternative rock.
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NEW RELEASE, a lovely alternative shot from the Salford Lads Club shoot, added to this US exclusive collection for the first time to commemorate the 30th Anniversary of the release of The Queen Is Dead - Signed limited edition fine art photographic print of The Smiths by Stephen Wright.
Taken in 1985, this image of The Smiths was one of the alternative options for the inside cover of "The Queen Is Dead" album, The Smiths second LP release in June 1986. This image is part of The National Portrait Gallery Collection in London, The Manchester Art Gallery Collection and The Salford Art Gallery Collection. Due to this image, The Salford Lads Club has become a mecca for all Smiths fans worldwide who flock to replicate this truly iconic cover image.
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Signed limited edition print of Morrissey taken by photographer Pat Pope, shot in London for the Melody Maker in 1997. This print shows a portrait of Morrissey pictured within his own silhouette.
Pat Pope recalls, "I was shooting for a magazine cover. I picked up Morrissey in my car which at the time, 20 years ago, had overflowing ashtrays and fast food wrappers on the floor. These were his two pet hates but he gracefully accepted the lift, saying nothing. We shot at various locations he had chosen. A rare occurrence for any artist. He was hands-on and charming.”
Signed limited edition print by photographer Pat Pope of Morrissey. Taken in 1997 for the August edition of Melody Maker and shot in London, England. The Melody Maker feature was titled "The importance of being Morrissey" and featured a series of images from the photo shoot with Pat