Formed in 1982, iconic British rock group The Smiths are regarded as one of the most
influential and important groups to emerge from the 1980s. From the poetry of
Morrissey’s lyricism to the inspired musicianship of Johnny Marr, Andy Rourke, and
Mike Joyce, their influence can be heard throughout popular music for decades since and
yet their sound is still unique and timeless.
Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Shoplifters United bring to life the brilliant songs
of legendary group The Smiths with an energetic live show and highly accurate sonic
recreations of beloved album tracks and deep cuts.
Bizarre coincidence? Shoplifters United had their very first rehearsal on the same fateful
day in September of 2022 as the death of Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen was truly, and
quite literally, dead and a humble Smiths tribute band was born. Shoplifters United are
Pascal, Matt, Tommy, and James, a group of friends who share a love for the music of
The Smiths. Great care has been taken to emulate the sound on those classic Smiths
records down to every note and groove. Our hope is that when you go to a Shoplifters
United show, you can close your eyes and imagine the year is 1984 and you are at The
Haçienda nightclub in Manchester.
Shoplifters of the world, unite and take over!
