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Andy Rourke

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The Smiths (Left to right) Andy Rourke, Johnny Marr, Morrissey, and Mike Joyce of the Smiths.

Andy Rourke was a British musician, best known as the bassist for the influential 1980s rock band the Smiths. He was one of the original members of the group, alongside Morrissey, Johnny Marr, and Mike Joyce. Rourke's distinctive basslines were a key element of the Smiths' sound, contributing to their critical acclaim and popularity. He passed away in May 2023 from pancreatic cancer.12

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