The Clash

The Clash
The Clash playing a concert in Norway.
Origin	London, England
Years active	1976 - 1986
Type(s) of music	Punk rock
Labels	CBS
Past members	Mick Jones Paul Simonon Keith Levene Terry Chimes Joe Strummer Nicky "Topper" Headon Rob Harper Pete Howard Nick Sheppard Vince White

The Clash were an English punk band. The band was formed in London in 1976. The group was one of the most popular punk bands in England in the mid-1970s. Lead singer Joe Strummer died in December 2002.

Music style

Although The Clash are known as an early punk rock band, they were willing to experiment with different styles, which they added to their music. Some of these styles were ska, reggae, and funk. Lyrics in their songs often dealt with political issues or stories in the news.

Awards

In 2003, the band entered the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. In 2004, Rolling Stone made a list of the Top 500 Rock Songs of All Time, and London Calling, a song by The Clash, was listed as song #15 on the list. No song by a punk rock band was higher on the list.

Members

• Joe Strummer - Vocals and rhythm guitar
• Mick Jones - Lead guitar and vocals
• Paul Simonon - Bass guitar
• Topper Headon - Drums

Discography

1. The Clash - (April 8, 1977) #12 UK, #126 U.S.[1] [2]
2. Give 'Em Enough Rope - (November 10, 1978) #2 UK, #128 U.S.
3. London Calling (2LP) - (December 14, 1979) #9 UK, #27 U.S.
4. Sandinista! (3LP) - (December 12, 1980) #19 UK, #24 U.S.
5. Combat Rock - (May 14, 1982) #2 UK, #7 U.S.
6. Cut The Crap - (November 4, 1985)