A wonderful evening listening to, analysing and discussing every track on The Queen is Dead album and then got to meet them afterwards! Legends!
Posted by Andrew on 09/11/2026
Mike Joyce & Stephen Street: The Queen Is Dead 40th Anniversary, The Tung Auditorium, Liverpool - 8th November 2026
Really well done with chat and mixes from the actual sessions .. much better than a few of these type events I’ve been to and 6 Music host was a great choice also .
Posted by John Grant on 19/10/2026
Mike Joyce & Stephen Street: The Queen Is Dead 40th Anniversary, Kidderminster Town Hall, Kidderminster - 18th October 2026
A thoroughly insightful & enjoyable evening which I would strongly recommend to people who can go to the few remaining dates.
Posted by Wapo on 09/11/2026
Mike Joyce & Stephen Street: The Queen Is Dead 40th Anniversary, The Tung Auditorium, Liverpool - 8th November 2026
Few albums have left a mark on British music quite like The Queen Is Dead (1986), and few people are better placed to tell its story than Mike Joyce and Stephen Street. As the drummer behind The Smiths' unmistakable rhythm section and the producer who helped shape the album's enduring sound, the pair played pivotal roles in the creation of one of the most celebrated records of all time.
Four decades on, Joyce and Street continue to share their passion for the music that defined a generation. Through live talks, special events and in-depth discussions, they offer fans a rare opportunity to go behind the scenes of The Queen Is Dead, exploring its songs, recording sessions and lasting cultural impact. Packed with fascinating stories, humour and unique insight from two key figures in The Smiths' history, their appearances provide an unforgettable celebration of an album that remains as influential today as it was upon its release.