The Smiths Tribute Band - Continental - Preston - 8pm - 7/9/19

The Smiths Tribute Band - Continental - Preston - 8pm - 7/9/19

Aug, 30 2019


~Certain bands are defined by their sound and look. The Manchester scene of the 1980’s and 90’s saw groups such as The Happy Monday’s have a baggy feel which was epitomized by their  backing dancer Bez. In the 90’s we had Oasis which saw front man Liam Gallagher stoop awkwardly into the microphone with his hands clasped round his back whilst wearing a top designer coat and belting out some indie classics.

Rewind back to the 1980’s again and we have The Smiths which were formed in 1982. Their sound was renowned for it’s jangly guitar pop with lyrics that were at times morose and even controversial. But it was their front man Morrissey that had their fans captivated. Parading on stage with a camp shirt, daffodils and huge quiff, he was the style icon for The Smiths, no-one could come close.

There is one band  that have though. The Smith UTD  are an official tribute band which bases their sound and look on the famous Manchester group.  They’ll be performing at The New Continental, South Meadow Lane, Preston on Saturday 7th September 2019 from 8pm. 

Tickets are £10 in advance and £12 on the door and are available from the variety of options :-

  • SEE Tickets,
  • WeGotTickets
  • Skiddle
  • The Bar (01772 499 425)
  • Action Records (01772 884 772)

Here are a couple of quotes from some well received fans :-

“Probably the best #thesmiths tribute bands you'll ever see. Close ur eyes & it was pretty close to the real thing. Well done TheSmithsUtd” (tweet 30th April 2016)

“I've seen a couple of smiths tributes... and they were definitely the best by far, Morrissey had a gritty realism, was great to watch and listen too, thank you for the best night I've had in a long time and keep up the good work, Smiths Utd!!”
(facebook 1st August 2016)

Since The Smiths split in 1987 both Johnny Marr and Morrissey have had successful solo careers. Marr has produced for other bands and has crafted his own music and Morrissey has performed well as a solo musician under his own name.

The Smiths UTD is a Lincoln-based The Smiths tribute act. The classic four-piece Smiths lineup paid homage to by four Smiths-mad lads from the flatlands! All the classic hits and more.

Back by popular demand! :-

  • The Smiths UTD
  • The New Continental, Preston 
  • Saturday, 7 September 2019 - 8:00pm

^Alex Ashworth