Were the American band The Belltower and the former band the Smiths with lead singer Morrissey both rock bands?
Morrissey:  He rose to prominence as the lead singer of the indie rock band the Smiths, which was active from 1982 to 1987. The Belltower: The was an American alternative rock band from New York City often associated with the shoegazing scene, with members who later joined Luna and Fountains of Wayne.
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