Andy Rourke

Bassist for The Smiths

Manchester, England

About Andy

Andy Rourke was a bassist for the British rock band The Smiths. He played with the band from 1982 to 1987 and appeared on several of their albums. After The Smiths disbanded, Rourke went on to play with various other bands.

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The Smiths’ Mike Joyce on triumph, gladioli & Morrissey when he was still ‘Steve’

Word In Your Ear•Nov 2, 2025•41:56•guest

Buried Treasures & RIP Andy Rourke (The Smiths)

Sound Opinions•Jun 2, 2023•46:34•guest

Andy Rourke

About Andy

Associated Podcasts

The John Kobylt Show

Sound Opinions

Word In Your Ear

Connect

Key Topics

Recent Appearances

The Smiths’ Mike Joyce on triumph, gladioli & Morrissey when he was still ‘Steve’

Buried Treasures & RIP Andy Rourke (The Smiths)

John & Ken Show Hour 1 (05/19)