For the next two weeks we're celebrating the guitarists that make Morrissey the artist he was. First up is the great Alain Whyte! Alain was brought on in 91 to simply mime behind Moz in a video, but once they realized how much they had in common musically, he stuck around for the next several years, not to mention he co-wrote many of his best songs like "Alma Matters", "Glamorous Glue" and "Billy Budd" to name only a few. Though he's been out of the Moz orbit for a while, his impact is still felt today and he's taking this on the road. In addition to focusing more on a solo career now, he's also opening some shows for Modern English starting this week! Alain chooses to keep it positive, but you'll learn a lot about the writing process and his love for music is infectious (there are many tangents). Enjoy!

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By Edward Tomlin

The Smiths remain one of the most significant bands in music history, leaving an indelible mark on the indie scene. Originating from Manchester in 1982, they crafted a unique sound characterized by jangly guitars, evocative lyrics, and the unmistakable charisma of frontman Morrissey. The partnership between Morrissey and guitarist Johnny Marr produced an impressive array of songs that resonated deeply with the disenchanted youth of the time. Tracks like “There Is a Light That Never Goes Out” and “How Soon Is Now?” have transcended generations, becoming timeless anthems of heartache and introspection. Their ability to combine catchy melodies with poignant lyricism created a distinctive musical style that was both accessible and profound. Though their career was relatively short-lived, their influence continues to inspire countless musicians and bands today. The Smiths’ music often delves into themes of alienation, love, and...

Alain Whyte, Moz's most prolific songwriter, appears on the latest episode of the 'Morrissey and Wine' podcast - out today. He reveals that the as-yet-unheard album 'Without Music The World Dies' has a 70s sound, 'Suspicious Minds' on the track listing is indeed a cover, which he says sounds great, and he tells us that Notre-Dame had extra lyrics which were cut out - plus plenty of other tidbits and stories.

We've also got Nanny Val back to react to 'The Operation', the ten-question trivia quiz returns and hosts Chris and George dissect the lyrics of one of Alain's tracks - 'Life is a Pigsty' from 'Ringleader of the Tormentors'.

You can listen and subscribe here: https://podfollow.com/morrissey-and-wine

Cheers everyone!

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October 5, 2024

“Other people will have other ideas but, as far as I’m concerned, with Andy not being here, it’s impossible to have a reunion of The Smiths. But Morrissey and Marr together? Obviously I read those back-and-forth statements and I’m surprised they didn’t get that together earlier – that they’d have done something 10 or 15 years ago, whenever. The ownership of The Smiths’ name, going out as The Smiths with a different rhythm section? So be it.”

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