Johnny Marr Joins the Cribs for L.A. Tour Opener
The former Smiths axeman blends in perfectly with the pub-punk band.
By Liam Gowing 11.10.09 11:30 AM
Legendary Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr took time out from his gig playing in Modest Mouse to join the Cribs at the Roxy in West Hollywood on Monday for the first American date of the U.K. group's new tour.
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The Cribs, 'Ignore the Ignorant' (Warner Bros.)
Bratty Brit-rockers find mentor, hint at maturity.
By Josh Modell 10.22.09 4:12 PM
Ex-Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr recently joined the Cribs, as is evident in the chiming intro to "Last Year's Snow," from the feisty British band's fourth full-length. He also brings a sense of calm to Ignorant, which could be frustrating to those looking for a snarling good time, but the pairing is mostly brilliant.
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Free Download: The Cribs' New Song with Johnny Marr
Hear the ex-Smiths guitarist's first cut as part of the brotherly British trio -- for a limited time only!
By Peter Gaston 07.07.09 8:07 AM
He helped Modest Mouse climb to the top of the indie rock mountain. Can Johnny Marr do the same for retro-minded British punk trio the Cribs?
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The Cribs and Alex Kapranos 2
04.09.07 10:51 AM
The Cribs and Alex Kapranos 2
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The Cribs, "Hey Scenesters!"
04.09.07 10:20 AM
The Cribs perform "Hey Scenesters!" at the Gibson Guitars performance space during a Fall 2005 episode of Spinhouse Live, Spin's concert series.
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The Cribs and Alex Kapranos in the studio
04.09.07 10:09 AM
The Cribs and Alex Kapranos in the studio
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