Biography
The Clash were an English rock band that formed in 1976 as part of the original
wave of British punk rock. Along with punk, they experimented with reggae, ska,
dub, funk, rap and rockabilly. For most of their recording career, The Clash
consisted of Joe Strummer (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Mick Jones (lead guitar,
vocals), Paul Simonon (bass, backing vocals, occasional lead vocals) and Nicky
"Topper" Headon (drums, percussion). Headon left the group in 1982, and internal
friction led to Jones's departure the following year. The group continued with
new members, but finally disbanded in early 1986.
The Clash were a major success in the UK from the release of their debut album,
The Clash, in 1977. Their third album, London Calling, released in the UK in
December 1979, brought them popularity in the United States when it came out
there the following month. Critically acclaimed, it was declared the best album
of the 1980s a decade later by Rolling Stone magazine.
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