Discography Timeline:
1983
- Hand in Glove (Debut single) Their first release, establishing the Marr/Morrissey chemistry and introducing their jangly, emotionally sharp sound.
1984
- The Smiths (Debut album) A raw, intimate introduction to their style, blending bright guitars with introspective themes.
- Hatful of Hollow (Compilation) A collection of BBC sessions and early singles that many fans consider essential to understanding their early identity.
1985
- Meat Is Murder (Studio album) A darker, more politically charged record that expanded their sonic palette and lyrical ambition.
1986
- The Queen Is Dead (Studio album) Widely regarded as their creative peak — a confident, sweeping album that defined their legacy.
1987
- Strangeways, Here We Come (Studio album) Their final studio release, showing a more polished, atmospheric direction before the band dissolved.
- The World Won’t Listen (Compilation) A collection of singles and B‑sides aimed at fans who followed their non‑album tracks.
- Louder Than Bombs (Compilation) A U.S.‑focused release gathering singles, B‑sides, and rarities into one expansive set.
Post‑Breakup Releases (1988–1995)
- Rank (1988, Live album)
- Best… I (1992, Compilation)
- …Best II (1992, Compilation)
- Singles (1995, Compilation)
Links:
The Smiths Band Page
The Smiths News Page
The Smiths Discography Page
The Smiths Official Website
