The story behind The Clash's iconic song 'London Calling'
Dec 7, 2020 · He did it through some visceral lyrics that he and guitarist Mick Jones had begun to create, making some of the most searing rhyming couplets punk has ever seen. Using the …
Clampdown by The Clash - Songfacts
The opening line, "Taking off his turban, they say is this man a Jew?" is commonly misunderstood, with some claiming it was anti-Semitic. In fact, singer Joe Strummer, who co …
Poll: Favorite Clash songs with Mick Jones lead vocals
Apr 26, 2021 · Been listening to a lot of The Clash lately and was surprised how few songs feature Mick Jones on lead vocals. In my mind it was a 40/60 split between him and Strummer, …
The Real Story Behind the Clash’s Punk Anthem “London Calling”
Apr 11, 2025 · The apocalyptic punk classic "London Calling" by The Clash was more or less the result of old-school doom scrolling, according to Joe Strummer.
London Calling: Joe Strummer’s Shortwave Influence
Mar 31, 2024 · Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Bob Butterfield, who writes: London Calling by The Clash Readers may be interested in the shortwave influence and story behind …
PRX » Series » JOE STRUMMER'S LONDON CALLING
JOE STRUMMER'S LONDON CALLING Series produced by Joyride Media Eight-part radio series features Joe Strummer from The Clash spinning his favorite tracks from around the …
London Calling (song) | Wiki of the Arts | Fandom
Template:EngvarB Template:Infobox single "London Calling" is a song by the British punk rock band The Clash. It was released as a single from the band's 1979 double album London …
London Calling | Song Meaning and Lyrics | The Clash
The song was written by Joe Strummer and Mick Jones. The title alludes to the BBC World Service's station identification: "This is London calling ...", which was used during World War II, …
The Clash and London Calling, the story of a triumph
Dec 14, 2019 · Introduction On the brink of the 1970s and the 1980s one of the best albums of all time was released: double album London Calling by (former?) punk band The Clash. A …
The Making of London Calling: The Clash’s Iconic Album
Feb 15, 2025 · Their first two albums, The Clash and Give ‘Em Enough Rope, had already established them as a force to be reckoned with, but London Calling would take them to new …
The Clash's Joe Strummer's isolated vocals 'London Calling'
Jun 19, 2021 · Hear The Clash's 'London Calling' as you've never heard it before with Joe Strummer's vocals isolated which made it the song that defined a generation.
Strummer & Jones: The Clash and afterwards - Steve Hoffman …
Apr 16, 2014 · I've never been exactly sure of the division of creative labor in the Clash, but, as I understood it, for the most part - Joe Strummer wrote the lyrics, played rhythm guitar and sang …
London Calling (song) | Classic Rock Wiki | Fandom
"London Calling" is a song by the British punk rock band The Clash. It was released as a single from the band's 1979 double album London Calling. This apocalyptic, politically charged rant …
Song: London Calling written by Joe Strummer, Mick Jones …
Dec 1, 2016 · The song London Calling was written by Joe Strummer and Mick Jones [GB1] and was first released by The Clash in 1979. It was covered by Gluty Z Kalkuty, Jammy Jams, …
Joe Strummer Archives - 100 Favorite Albums
Sep 13, 2019 · IN A NUTSHELL: London Calling, by The Clash, is, in my estimation, a perfect record. It’s got multiple styles, fun, catchy songs, thoughtful and emotional lyrics, and top …
London Calling (song) | Music Hub | Fandom
"London Calling" is a song by the British punk rock band The Clash. It was released as a single from the band's 1979 double album London Calling. This apocalyptic, politically charged rant …
PRX » Playlists » Joe Strummer's London Calling
Playlist: Joe Strummer's London Calling Compiled By: Joyride Media Eight-part radio series features Joe Strummer from The Clash spinning his favorite tracks from around the world. Joe …
The Clash’s Mick Jones and Joe Strummer reunite on stage, …
Jan 10, 2021 · In the months before Joe Strummer’s sad passing in 2002, the singer and guitarist for punk icons The Clash was looking to get the band back together, sick over being forgotten, …
The Guitar Gear Used on The Clash’s London Calling
Feb 6, 2024 · The Clash’s ‘London Calling’ left an undeniable impression on rock history. Here’s the gear that Joe Strummer and Mick Jones used to make it.
The Clash Top 40 Countdown - Steve Hoffman Music Forums
Apr 30, 2025 · Strummer and Jones first discovered this track on the studio jukebox while they were overdubbing Give Em Enough Rope and it entered The Clash's live set soon afterwards. …
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