Call The Comet
The former Smiths guitarist absorbs the political shocks of 2016 on a characteristically polished album that imagines life in an alternate universe that values kindness, curiosity, and intelligence.
The NME review of former Smiths' guitarist Johnny Marr's ambitious third solo album, 'Call The Comet'
Call the Comet finds Marr in his element, making articulate, direct rock ‘n’ roll with an ultimately optimistic sense of purpose
lf Marr and Morrissey ever did record together again, as fans often dream, the musical gulf between them now seems as unbridgeable as the libertarian provocations of Marr’s old friend, and the future-facing utopian heard here
Working once again with producer Doviak for 2018's Call the Comet, Johnny Marr adheres to the meticulously sculpted soundscapes he patented on his 2013 solo debut, The Messenger, but the guitarist's perspective has shifted.
When The Smiths ended their short but stellar career, there was no doubt the two most prominent members, Johnny Marr and Morrissey, would continue on successfully and impart their individuality upon the world of rock music.
‘Call The Comet’ is easily Johnny Marr’s most confident solo album. Lead single ‘The Tracers’ sets the tone, executing a
Johnny Marr keeps his sound lush for a record with massive highs and a few boring lows in our review of 'Call The Comet.' Though he tries something new, his less adventurous moments hold the record back.
Marr’s best solo album is humane, melodic and authoritative, in contrast to the other former Smith, Morrissey – surely his time is now?