“The Smiths’ first NME cover, featuring an in-depth interview with Morrissey and Johnny, and a few snippets from Mike and Andy as well. Topics: Morrissey’s lyrics, The Smiths’ style, sex, films, Johnny’s musical influences, and his relationship with Morrissey.”
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NME – 12 November 1983
Review of This Charming Man single
NME – 11 June 1983
Review of the Hand In Glove single.
NME – 4 February 1983
Jim Shelley reviews The Smiths live at the Hacienda on 4 February 1983.
NME – 17 October 1983
Amrik Rai reviews The Smiths live at Sheffield University on 17 October 1983
NME – 17 September 1983
“‘Portrait Of The Artist As A Consumer’, a list of Morrissey’s favourite records, films, books and symbolists. Photo by Joelle Depont.”
NME – 24 September 1983
“The Smith Hunt”, a Morrissey interview by David Dorrell. Photographs by Kevin Cummins. Topics included mostly the Sun’s allegations of paedophilia and its consequences within the band. Success, signing an american deal, love, being outspoken are other topics covered.
NME – 15 September 1983
Barney Hoskyns reviews The Smiths in London at ‘The Venue’ on 15 September 1983
NME – 14 May 1983
“Crisp Songs And Salted Lyrics”, most likely the first NME interview. Conducted by Cath Carroll. The interview included one line by Mike Joyce.”
NME – 3 September 1983
An article detailing the scandal around “Handsome Devil”
Illness As Art 