Andy Rourke: Stourbridge musician recalls The Smiths' 'lovely' and 'genius' bass player

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By Mark AndrewsShrewsburyMusicPublished: May 20, 2023Comments

A West Midland musician who performed on stage with Andy Rourke has paid tribute to The Smiths bass player, following his death aged 59.

Andy Rourke in 2006 during a 'Manchester Versus Cancer' charity concert. Photo: Steve Parsons/PA Wire

Rourke died following a two-year battle with pancreatic cancer.

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