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The headmaster ritual

The Smiths · 1985

16 min · 4 tracks · indie rock · new wave · post-punk

The headmaster ritual is a single by The Smiths, released in 1985. Rooted in indie rock · new wave · post-punk. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The headmaster ritual sound like?

The headmaster ritual is a indie rock, new wave and post-punk single by The Smiths, released in 1985.

How many songs are on The headmaster ritual?

The headmaster ritual has 4 tracks, running approximately 16 minutes.

Tracklist

4 tracks·16:01

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Headmaster Ritual 4:55
  • 2 Nowhere Fast (live, 1985-03-18: Oxford, UK) 2:31
  • 3 Stretch Out and Wait (live, 1985-03-18: Oxford, UK) 2:55
  • 4 Meat Is Murder (live, 1985-03-18: Oxford, UK) 5:38

Release Date

January 1, 1985

Genre

indie rock, new wave, post-punk

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

16 min 1 sec