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Johnny Marr: “The first time I ever used a Tele was the day I recorded This Charming Man”

By Jonathan Horsley published

The indie guitar icon details how Telecasters fueled the making of The Smiths classic, and why he loves the dark “clang” of his beloved ’64 model

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Johnny Marr has been demonstrating how to play Smiths classics on Instagram during the coronavirus pandemic

By Richard Bienstock published

“I can’t promise it’ll be earth-shatteringly fascinating, but I’ll do my best,” he says

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The secrets behind Johnny Marr's tone on The Smiths' How Soon Is Now?

By Chris Gill published

How some unusual studio tricks shaped the sound of one of the indie icons' most popular tracks

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Noel Gallagher: I want to play guitar if The Smiths reunite

By Richard Bienstock published

Even if, the former Oasis man adds, “it’s never gonna happen”

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Watch Johnny Marr in the Latest Episode of Ernie Ball's 'String Theory' Series

By Guitar World Staff published

Legendary guitarist of The Smiths discusses his beginnings with music and guitar, plus his relationship with Ernie Ball and more.

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Johnny Marr Discusses How Many Guitars He Takes On Tour

By Richard Bienstock published

The former Smiths guitarist will hit the road this month in support of his third solo album, 'Call the Comet.'

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Johnny Marr Announces New Solo Album, 'Call the Comet'

By Jackson Maxwell published

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Are These the Top 10 Hardest Rock Songs to Play on Guitar?

By Damian Fanelli published

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Johnny Marr to Release Debut Solo Album in 2013

By Josh Hart published

Guitarist Johnny Marr has announced the release of his first-ever solo album for 2013. The Messenger is due out on February 26 via Sure/ADA.

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Johnny Marr on Smiths Reunion: "If This Government Stepped Down, I'll Reform the Band"

By Josh Hart published

Last night was the NME Awards, an annual award show put on by one of Britain's leading music magazines.

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