L.A. Times - Entertainment — Christina Hodson spent so much time air drumming to music by the Smiths when she was younger that her New Year’s resolution in 2002 was to stop. She didn’t. It’s a love that still runs so deep that asking the “Bumblebeeââ‚... more info

Consequence of Sound — The Smiths also play a large role in the new Transformers spin-off Bumblebee. more info

Stereogum — Johnny Marr's nimble, gleaming guitar parts were as essential to the Smiths as Morrissey's biting wit and unique vocal prowess. The man's a genius, and although he performs a number of his Smiths classics in concert, before last night he'd never befo... more info

Consequence of Sound — Plus, the legendary lothario dusts off all sorts of hits and deep cuts at his tour opener. more info

Brooklyn Vegan — Toronto band Tallies have a jangly sound that at times recalls The Smiths, The Sundays and other '80s alt bands, but singer Sarah Cogan's smoky vocals pull things into other territory. The band have signed with Kanine Records who will relea... more info

Brooklyn Vegan — Listen to Puddles cover songs by Pixies, David Bowie, The Smiths, Dio, Radiohead, and more. Continue reading… more info

Stereogum — Former Smiths guitar hero Johnny Marr released a new solo album, Call The Comet, back in June. And today, just after kicking off a North American tour, he's shared another new song. "Jeopardy," formerly available only as the vinyl b-side to Call The ... more info

Brooklyn Vegan — They work in a little of The Smiths' "Barbarism Begins at Home" to their Chic cover, as well. Continue reading… more info

Chicago Sun-Times, IL — Chicago Rapper Che "Rhymefest" Smiths tandem parachute jump with the Army Golden Knights kicked off the annual lakefront spectacle. more info

Consequence of Sound — Legendary songwriter and guitarist also shares old stories with The Smiths. more info