Person in history
Mark E. Smith
Mark E. Smith, British singer-songwriter (born 1957)
Life at a glance
- Died
- 2018 · January 24
- Known as
- singer, lyricist, songwriter, poet, and actor. Citizenship: United Kingdom
Their story
Who they were
Mark Edward Smith was an English singer-songwriter best known as the lead vocalist, lyricist and only constant member of the post-punk group the Fall. Smith formed the band after attending the Sex Pistols' 20 July 1976 gig at the Lesser Free Trade Hall in Manchester, and was its leader until his death. During their 42-year existence, the Fall's line-up included some sixty musicians, with whom Smith released 31 studio albums and numerous singles and EPs.
Early life
Educated at: Philips High School.
Why this date
Mark E. Smith appears on our January 24 calendar for 2018 as a death entry.
Sources
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Questions about Mark E. Smith
When did Mark E. Smith die?
January 24 2018.
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