The Smiths The Queen is Dead Album Cover Music Poster Size Cardbo24X36 The Queen Is Dead is the third studio album by The Smiths, released in 1986. It is widely regarded as one of the band's masterpieces, featuring Morrissey's witty and introspective lyrics alongside Johnny Marr's intricate guitar work. The album includes classic tracks such as the title track "The Queen Is Dead," "Bigmouth Strikes Again," and "There Is a Light That Never Goes Out," and it is praised for its combination of social commentary, melancholic melodies, and infectious energy, solidifying The Smiths' place as one of the most influential bands of the 1980s. Poster size 24X36.