Morrissey claims Marr ignored Smiths reunion offer

Morrissey has claimed that ex-bandmate and songwriting partner Johnny Marr “ignored” a recent offer by AEG to reunite The Smiths for a global tour. The seminal Manchester band – Morrissey, Marr, bassist Andy Rourke, who died last year, and drummer Mike Joyce –split up in 1987 and have never reformed.

Morrissey, 65, pursued a successful solo career following the group’s disbandment, while 60-year-old guitar virtuoso Marr had stints as a member of the Pretenders, The The, Electronic, Modest Mouse and The Cribs…

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