*The Clash*

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*(CLASSIC LINE UP)*
Joe Strummer - Lead Vocals, Rythm Guitar
Mick Jones - Lead Guitar, Backing Vocals
Paul Simonon - Bass/ Backing Vocals
Topper Headon - Drums

The Clash were formed in 1976 when Mick Jones and Paul Simonon got Joe Strummer to quit the 101ers and join their band, soon to be known as the Clash. Their first album had Terry Chimes on drums and blended punk with rock 'n' roll and hints of ska and reggae. Topper Headon soon came in as the band's permanent drummer, and in late 1979 London Calling was released and changed punk forever, moving away from their original sound. The Clash scored some pop hits with their fifth album, Combat Rock. With Joe Strummer's amazing songwriting, Mick Jones's talent as a guitarist and arranger,Paul Simonon's "screw Sid Vicious I don't want to play root notes" basslines, all supported by Headon's smooth percussion,the Clash defined and perfected punk by playing what they wanted to.

*TRIBUTE PAGE TO JOE STRUMMER*

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The Clash - Interview, 1977, white riot, londons burning

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