The Smiths Vinyl The Queen is Dead

The Smiths Vinyl: The Queen is Dead

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    The Queen Is Dead – The Smiths

    One of the most influential albums in alternative rock history. Originally released in 1986 and reissued by Rhino Records, this edition is pressed on 180-gram heavyweight vinyl, ensuring superior sound quality and durability. The album is presented in a gatefold sleeve, featuring the iconic cover art of Alain Delon from the film L’Insoumis, which has become synonymous with the band’s aesthetic.

    Musically, The Queen Is Dead is a landmark in British indie music, blending jangly guitar riffs, poetic lyricism, and Morrissey’s distinctive vocals. Produced by Johnny Marr and Morrissey, the record includes timeless tracks such as “The Queen Is Dead,” “Bigmouth Strikes Again,” “There Is a Light That Never Goes Out,” and “I Know It’s Over.” Each song captures themes of melancholy, wit, and social commentary, making the album both deeply personal and culturally significant.

    This vinyl edition offers warm, analog playback that enhances the album’s intricate arrangements and emotional depth. Perfect for collectors and audiophiles, it fits standard turntables and provides an authentic listening experience that streaming cannot replicate.

    Whether you’re revisiting a classic or discovering The Smiths for the first time, this LP is an essential addition to any serious music collection.

     

    Track List

    Side A

    1. The Queen Is Dead (Take Me Back to Dear Old Blighty) [Medley] – 6:23
    2. Frankly, Mr. Shankly – 2:17
    3. I Know It’s Over – 5:48
    4. Never Had No One Ever – 3:36
    5. Cemetry Gates – 2:39

    Side B

    6. Bigmouth Strikes Again – 3:12
    7. The Boy With the Thorn in His Side – 3:15
    8. Vicar in a Tutu – 2:21
    9. There Is a Light That Never Goes Out – 4:02
    10. Some Girls Are Bigger Than Others – 3:14

    Weight 333 g