Person

Joe Strummer

John Graham Mellor (21 August 1952 – 22 December 2002), known professionally as Joe Strummer, was a British musician. He was the co-founder, lyricist, rhythm guitarist, and lead vocalist of punk rock band the Clash, formed in 1976. The Clash's second studio album, Give 'Em Enough Rope (1978), reached No. 2 on the UK charts. Soon after, they achieved success in the US, starting with London Calling

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Artist details

Type
Person
Area
United Kingdom
Born
August 21st, 1952
Died
December 22nd, 2002
Genres
Labels
Rhino
Virgin
Epic
Astralwerks Records
MCA Records
Last updated: October 28th, 2013

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