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Former Smiths members Mike Joyce, Andy Rourke and Craig Gannon are back together again for a classical reworking of the iconic band’s back catalogue.
The trio have lined up gigs in London, Manchester and Edinburgh with the Manchester Camerata Orchestra – who are already part of a similar project with Hacienda Classical – to present this alternative look at some classic tracks and lesser known rarities.
“I’m massively excited to be playing with Andy and Craig again, but introducing a full orchestra into the mix takes this to another level,” Joyce has told Manchester Evening News. “There’ll be Smiths classics in the set, but I can’t wait to play the songs that have never been heard live before.”
“With the addition of an orchestra, it will sound as totally unique as it will immense,” he added. “I’m really looking forward to fans being able to hear the songs in a way they’ve never been heard before, either on record or live. On the stage, or out front, this is going to be quite an experience for us all.”
The gigs will take place on June 28th, June 29th and July 1st at the Manchester Apollo, Brixton Academy and Usher Hall respectively.