The Smiths - Hatful of Hollow

Name: The Smiths - Hatful of Hollow
Brand: El Cuartito Records
Price: 38.00 USD
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$38.00

Hatful of Hollow (1984) is a compilation album by The Smiths, but it’s often regarded as one of their essential releases because it captures the band’s raw early energy and alternative versions of songs that became fan favorites. Rather than a traditional studio album, it pulls together BBC radio sessions, singles, and B-sides, giving a looser, more immediate feel compared to the polished debut. The record includes iconic tracks like “How Soon Is Now?” with its hypnotic guitar tremolo, the biting “Heaven Knows I’m Miserable Now,” and the mournful “Please Please Please Let Me Get What I Want.” Morrissey’s witty, melancholic lyrics pair perfectly with Johnny Marr’s jangly, inventive guitar work, while the rhythm section keeps everything sharp and driving. The result is an intimate snapshot of The Smiths at their creative peak, balancing urgency with vulnerability, and cementing their role as one of the most influential indie bands of the 1980s.

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