The Clash were an English rock band formed in London in 1976 who were key players in the original wave of British punk rock. Billed as "The Only Band That Matters", they also contributed to the post-punk and new wave movements that emerged in the wake of punk and employed elements of a variety of genres including reggae, dub, funk, ska, and rockabilly. 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. Headon left the group in 1982 and internal friction led to Jones' departure the following year. The group continued with new members, but finally disbanded in early 1986. The Clash achieved critical and commercial success in the United Kingdom with the release of their self-titled debut album, The Clash which continued with their second album, Give 'Em Enough Rope.
| Origin | London, England |
| Genres | Punk rock, new wave, experimental rock |
| Years active | 1976–1986 |
| Labels | CBS, Epic, Sony Music |
| Associated acts | Big Audio Dynamite, Havana 3am, The 101ers, The Good, the Bad & the Queen, London SS, Public Image Ltd, Gorillaz, The Latino Rockabilly War, The Pogues, The Mescaleros, Carbon/Silicon |
| Past members | Joe Strummer, Mick Jones, Paul Simonon, Terry Chimes, Keith Levene, Rob Harper, Topper Headon, Pete Howard, Nick Sheppard, Vince White |
About The Clash
Their main lineup lasted 1977 to 1982. Rolling Stone magazine called them the 28th greatest artist of all time. They entered the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2003.
Achievement of The Clash
Lead singer Joe Strummer died in 2002 of a heart defect.
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