The Clash
The Clash transcended punk by absorbing reggae, ska, rockabilly, funk, and hip-hop into their explosive sound. 'London Calling' is consistently ranked among the greatest albums ever made, and their political consciousness inspired a generation.
Origin: London, England · Years active: 1976–1986
Biography
The Clash transcended punk by absorbing reggae, ska, rockabilly, funk, and hip-hop into their explosive sound. 'London Calling' is consistently ranked among the greatest albums ever made, and their political consciousness inspired a generation.
Key 1980s albums
- London Calling (1979)
- Sandinista! (1980)
- Combat Rock (1982)
Essential songs
- London Calling (1979)
- Should I Stay or Should I Go (1982)
- Rock the Casbah (1982)
- Train in Vain (1980)
- Straight to Hell (1982)
Genres
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