dallasrockscene

Who was better and why? Was solo a good way to go or should he have kept the band together?

cmb1888

Though I don't actively dislike Morissey's solo efforts, it has to be the Smiths - With Johnny Marr you got just a contrast in music and lyrics which has been muted in a solo Morissey. Also I don't think that Morissey's 'lusher' sound stands up well against the Smiths melodies.

- going to listen to 'The boy with a thorn in his side' - love the Smiths!

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brain_glow

^ agreed. Marr added so much to morrissey. without marr it's not nearly as good. you just can't beat marr's songwriting abilities!

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brickwall

The Smiths hands down, it's a night and day difference when Morrissey's vioce is perfectly fit with a great song. Morrissey's solo efforts just don't compare.