The Smiths — 1984

A jangly, literate debut that announced a singular partnership. Sharp and beloved. A British landmark. The 1984 record that made the case for The Smiths.

On vinyl: '80s originals are plentiful and usually affordable; reissues tend to be cleaner but pricier.

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If you have The Smiths, these are the The Smiths records worth reaching for next.

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