Andy Rourke, bassist for legendary English rock band The Smiths, has died at age 59 after a battle with pancreatic cancer, his former bandmate announced Friday. “It is with deep sadness that we ...

The Smiths’ unique blend of introspective lyrics and jangly guitar melodies captivated a generation and left an indelible mark on alternative rock. This article delves into the heart of The ...

Johnny Marr, English singer Morrissey, English drummer Mike Joyce and English bassist Andy Rourke of The Smiths pose for a portrait before their first show in Detroit during the 1985 Meat Is ...

By Alex Marshall and Alex Williams Andy Rourke, the bass player who provided the muscle and drive behind the darkly poetic musings of the Smiths, one of the most influential bands of the 1980s ...

RTÉ Radio 1's acclaimed series Documentary on One returns this Saturday afternoon, 19 August, with Louder Than Bombs: The Smiths in Ireland, Nov '84. The Documentary on One team says the season ...