The Clash
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The Clash were an English rock band formed in London in 1976. Billed as "The Only Band That Matters", they are considered one of the most influential acts in the original wave of British punk rock, wi
The Clash in 1982. From left: Terry Chimes, Joe Strummer, Mick Jones, and Paul Simonon.
The cover of the band's debut album was shot on these stairs in Camden Market, London.
Jones in 1978.
Simonon performing at the Palladium in 1979. Simonon would smash his bass against the stage later during this performance; a photograph of the event became the cover of London Calling.
Joe Strummer
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John Graham Mellor, known professionally as Joe Strummer, was a British musician. He was the co-founder, lyricist, rhythm guitarist and lead vocalist of punk rock band the Clash.
The Clash
…to the post-punk and new wave movements that followed. For most of their recording career, the Clash consisted of lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Joe Strummer, lead guitarist and vocalist Mick Jones, bassist Paul Simonon and drummer Nicky "Topper" Headon. The Clash achieved critical and commercial success in…
Strummer performing live with the Clash at the Tower Theater in Upper Darby Township, Pennsylvania, 1980
Strummer, backing with the Pogues in Japan
Strummer performing in April 2002
Memorial to Strummer on 7th Street at Avenue A, New York City