The Clash, punk rock band from London, England
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About · The Clash

Formed 1976 · London, England · punk rock, new wave · Sony Music

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, with their music fusing elements of reggae, dub, funk, ska and rockabilly. The band also contributed 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… via Wikipedia

Band Members: Joe Strummer, Mick Jones, Paul Simonon, Topper Headon, Terry Chimes, Keith Levene

Awards: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame; MOJO Awards

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Discography

The Clash’s studio albums / EPs · 8

The Clash – Rat Patrol From Fort Bragg (2003) album cover Rat Patrol From Fort Bragg 2003
The Clash – Cut the Crap (1985) album cover Cut the Crap 1985
The Clash – Combat Rock (1982) album cover Combat Rock 1982
The Clash – Sandinista Now! (1980) album cover Sandinista Now! 1980
The Clash – Sandinista! (1980) album cover Sandinista! 1980
The Clash – London Calling (1979) album cover London Calling 1979
The Clash – Give ’Em Enough Rope (1978) album cover Give ’Em Enough Rope 1978
The Clash – The Clash (1977) album cover The Clash 1977

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Artists who shaped The Clash’s sound

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