Johnny Marr
Born: 31 / 10 / 1963
Location: Manchester
John Martin Marr (born John Martin Maher, 31 October 1963) is an English musician, songwriter and singer. He first achieved fame as the guitarist and co-songwriter of the Smiths, who were active from 1982 to 1987. He has since performed with numerous other bands and embarked on a solo career.
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"His is a light that may never go out."
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