The drummer of famous Manchester band The Smiths has revealed that they see themselves as sons of Ireland.
Mike Joyce, whose drum beats dominated the music charts with The Smiths for five years from 1982 to 1987, was born in England – but said: “I am Irish.”
Joyce, 59; lead singer Steven Patrick Morrissey, 63; lead guitarist Johnny Marr, 58; and Andy Rourke, 58, all have undeniable Irish heritage.
