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Podcast: What the Riff Next Gen
Episode: 1977 - April: The Clash ”The Clash”
Description: The Clash got their start as a punk band, though they would move through elements of reggae, ska, funk, and new wave over time. The debut album eponymously titled The Clash would stay solidly in the punk movement which began trending the year before. Lead vocalist Pete Strummer and lead guitarist Mick Jones would write most of their original songs. Other personnel on this album included bassist Paul Simonon and drummers Topper Headon and Terry Chimes (listed as Tory Crimes).
The debut album was recorded in three weeks in February 1977 for a cost of 4,000 pounds. It was rele...