A Light That Never Goes Out: The Enduring Saga of the Smiths

The definitive biography of the Smiths, one of the most beloved, respected, and storied indie rock bands in music history.

“[Tony] Fletcher . . . combines original interviews with quotes and anecdotes from the vast paper trail of the British music press to piece together this enigmatic band’s rise and fall in obsessive detail.”—Boston Globe

They were, their fans believe, the best band in the world. Hailing from Manchester, England, The Smiths were critical and popular favorites throughout th...