Artist:
The Clash
Formed/Debut:
1976
Classic Years:
1977-1982
Classic 1970s Line-Up:
Joe Strummer (vocals, guitar), Mick Jones (vocals, guitar), Paul Simonon (bass, vocals), Nicky ‘Topper’ Headon (drums)
Other 1970s Band Members/Players:
Keith Levene (guitar), Terry Chimes (drums), Mick Gallagher (keyboards)
1970s Albums:
The Clash (1977), Give ‘Em Enough Rope (1978), London Calling (1979)
1970s Hits:
“White Riot” (1977), “Complete Control” (1977), “London Calling” (1979)
Cherry Stereo‘s Album Picks:
London Calling
Cherry Stereo‘s Recommended Tracks:
“Clash City Rockers” (1978), “I Fought The Law” (1979)
Interesting Fact:
London Calling, widely regarding as one of the best L.P. of the 1980s, was recorded and first released in 1979. Cherry Stereo reclaims the album for the 1970s. The Clash is Cherry Stereo’s favorite band.
Official Site:
TheClash.com
More of The Clash at Cherry Stereo :
Playback!: The Clash, ‘Tommy Gun’ (1978)
Playback!: The Clash, ‘London Calling’ (1979)