Complete List Of The Clash Albums And Discography

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The Clash, formed in 1976 in London, England, is widely recognized as one of the most influential punk bands of all time. The original lineup consisted of Joe Strummer (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Mick Jones (lead guitar, vocals), Paul Simonon (bass guitar, backing vocals), and Terry Chimes (drums), although Topper Headon later replaced Chimes.

The Clash released six studio albums: “The Clash” (1977), “Give ‘Em Enough Rope” (1978), “London Calling” (1979), “Sandinista!” (1980), “Combat Rock” (1982), and “Cut the Crap” (1985). “London Calling,” their third album, is often hailed as one of the greatest rock albums of all time. The album achieved significant chart success, peaking at number 9 in the UK and 27 in the U.S. Billboard 200, and it was certified platinum in the United States. “Combat Rock” became their best-selling album, driven by the success of singles “Should I Stay or Should I Go” and “Rock the Casbah.”

The Clash Studio Albums

The Clash

Released 1977

The Clash, the eponymous debut studio album by the English punk rock band, was a cornerstone in the formation of the punk genre. Released in 1977, this album is known for its raw energy, rebellious attitude, and social commentary. The band, consisting of Joe Strummer on lead vocals and rhythm guitar, Mick Jones on lead guitar and vocals, Paul Simonon on bass guitar, and Terry Chimes on drums, recorded the album in CBS Studios, London, in February 1977. The album was produced by Mickey Foote and featured the band’s gritty sound that combined rock and reggae influences.

CD Track Listings:

“Janie Jones” – 2:05
“Remote Control” – 3:00
“I’m So Bored with the U.S.A.” – 2:24
“White Riot” – 1:55
“Hate & War” – 2:05
“What’s My Name” – 1:40
“Deny” – 3:03
“London’s Burning” – 2:10
“Career Opportunities” – 1:51
“Cheat” – 2:06
“Protex Blue” – 1:46
“Police & Thieves” – 6:00
“48 Hours” – 1:34
“Garageland” – 3:13

Give ‘Em Enough Rope

Released 1978

Give ‘Em Enough Rope, The Clash’s second studio album, was released in 1978. Building on their debut’s success, this album showcased a more polished sound but maintained the band’s raw energy and socio-political themes. It was better received in the UK than their first album, reaching number 2 on the UK charts. Recorded at Basing Street Studios in London and mixed in San Francisco, the album was produced by Sandy Pearlman. The band’s lineup remained the same with Joe Strummer, Mick Jones, Paul Simonon, and drummer Nicky “Topper” Headon, who replaced Terry Chimes.

CD Track Listings:

“Safe European Home” – 3:50
“English Civil War” – 2:35
“Tommy Gun” – 3:17
“Julie’s Been Working for the Drug Squad” – 3:03
“Last Gang in Town” – 5:14
“Guns on the Roof” – 3:15
“Drug-Stabbing Time” – 3:43
“Stay Free” – 3:40
“Cheapskates” – 3:25
“All the Young Punks (New Boots and Contracts)” – 4:55

London Calling

Released 1979

London Calling, The Clash’s third studio album, released in December 1979, is often regarded as one of the greatest rock albums of all time. It saw the band expanding their musical style, incorporating elements of ska, pop, soul, rockabilly, and reggae. The album’s themes ranged from social displacement to drug use and political matters, reflecting the band’s growth in depth and maturity. Recorded at Wessex Sound Studios in London from August to November 1979, London Calling was produced by Guy Stevens and showcased the band’s versatility. The same lineup – Strummer, Jones, Simonon, and Headon – contributed to this landmark album. The album’s cover, featuring Paul Simonon smashing his bass guitar, became one of the most iconic images in rock music.

CD Track Listings:

“London Calling” – 3:19
“Brand New Cadillac” – 2:08
“Jimmy Jazz” – 3:54
“Hateful” – 2:44
“Rudie Can’t Fail” – 3:29
“Spanish Bombs” – 3:18
“The Right Profile” – 3:54
“Lost in the Supermarket” – 3:47
“Clampdown” – 3:49
“The Guns of Brixton” – 3:09
“Wrong ‘Em Boyo” – 3:10
“Death or Glory” – 3:55
“Koka Kola” – 1:47
“The Card Cheat” – 3:49
“Lover’s Rock” – 4:03
“Four Horsemen” – 2:55
“I’m Not Down” – 3:06
“Revolution Rock” – 5:33
“Train in Vain” – 3:09

Sandinista!

Released 1980

Sandinista! is the fourth studio album by The Clash, released in 1980. This triple album was an ambitious project featuring a wide range of styles including funk, reggae, jazz, gospel, rock, and rap. Despite its eclectic nature, Sandinista! was generally well-received and showed the band’s willingness to experiment with various musical genres.

The album was recorded over most of 1980 at several locations, including Electric Lady Studios in New York City, and was produced by The Clash along with Mikey Dread. The same core members of the band were involved in this extensive project. Sandinista! reflected the band’s political views and was named after the Nicaraguan left-wing political party, the Sandinistas.

CD Track Listings:

“The Magnificent Seven” – 5:28
“Hitsville U.K.” – 4:20
“Junco Partner” – 4:53
“Ivan Meets G.I. Joe” – 3:05
“The Leader” – 1:41
“Something About England” – 3:42
“Rebel Waltz” – 3:25
“Look Here” – 2:44
“The Crooked Beat” – 5:29
“Somebody Got Murdered” – 3:34
“One More Time” – 3:32
“One More Dub” – 3:34
“Lightning Strikes (Not Once but Twice)” – 4:51
“Up in Heaven (Not Only Here)” – 4:31
“Corner Soul” – 2:43
“Let’s Go Crazy” – 4:25
“If Music Could Talk” – 4:36
“The Sound of Sinners” – 4:00
“Police on My Back” – 3:15
“Midnight Log” – 2:11
“The Equaliser” – 5:47
“The Call Up” – 5:25
“Washington Bullets” – 3:51
“Broadway” – 5:45
“Lose This Skin” – 5:07
“Charlie Don’t Surf” – 4:55
“Mensforth Hill” – 3:42
“Junkie Slip” – 2:48
“Kingston Advice” – 2:36
“The Street Parade” – 3:26
“Version City” – 4:23
“Living in Fame” – 4:52
“Silicone on Sapphire” – 4:13
“Version Pardner” – 5:22
“Career Opportunities” – 2:30
“Shepherds Delight” – 3:25

Combat Rock

Released May 14, 1982

Combat Rock is the fifth studio album by The Clash, released in 1982. This album marked a departure from the band’s earlier punk style, incorporating elements of funk, reggae, and rap. It is known for its experimental nature and political commentary. Combat Rock achieved significant commercial success, becoming the band’s best-selling album, thanks in part to the hit singles “Rock the Casbah” and “Should I Stay or Should I Go,” which broadened their appeal to a mainstream audience.

The Clash lineup for this album included Joe Strummer (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Mick Jones (lead guitar, vocals), Paul Simonon (bass guitar, backing vocals), and Topper Headon (drums, percussion). However, Headon left the band during the album’s production and his contributions were limited. The album was produced by The Clash and Glyn Johns. It was recorded at Electric Lady Studios in New York City and Wessex Sound Studios in London.

CD Track Listings:

“Know Your Rights” – 3:39
“Car Jamming” – 3:58
“Should I Stay or Should I Go” – 3:06
“Rock the Casbah” – 3:42
“Red Angel Dragnet” – 3:48
“Straight to Hell” – 5:26
“Overpowered by Funk” – 4:52
“Atom Tan” – 2:27
“Sean Flynn” – 4:30
“Ghetto Defendant” – 4:43
“Inoculated City” – 2:40
“Death is a Star” – 3:08

Cut the Crap

Released November 4, 1985

Cut the Crap is the sixth and final studio album by The Clash, released in 1985. This album was a drastic shift in style and marked the end of the band’s career. It is known for its heavy use of electronic sounds and absence of the band’s earlier punk rock aesthetic. The album received mixed reviews and is often considered the least successful of The Clash’s releases, both critically and commercially.

The lineup for this album featured Joe Strummer (vocals) and Paul Simonon (bass), with Mick Jones and Topper Headon having left the band. The album also featured several session musicians and was produced by Joe Strummer and Bernie Rhodes. Cut the Crap was recorded at Weryton Studios in Munich, Germany.

CD Track Listings:

“Dictator” – 3:00
“Dirty Punk” – 3:11
“We Are the Clash” – 3:02
“Are You Red..Y” – 3:01
“Cool Under Heat” – 3:21
“Movers and Shakers” – 3:01
“This Is England” – 3:49
“Three Card Trick” – 3:09
“Play to Win” – 3:06
“Fingerpoppin'” – 3:25
“North and South” – 3:32
“Life is Wild” – 2:39

The Clash Live Albums

From Here to Eternity: Live

Released October 4, 1999

Label: Columbia/Sony Music; Epic

From Here to Eternity: Live is a live album by The Clash, released in 1999. This collection of live recordings from 1978 to 1982 captures the band’s raw energy and stage presence during their prime years. The album achieved chart success, reaching number 17 in the UK, number 47 in the US, and charting in other countries as well. The lineup on these live recordings includes Joe Strummer (vocals, rhythm guitar), Mick Jones (lead guitar, vocals), Paul Simonon (bass, backing vocals), and Topper Headon (drums), though some tracks may feature earlier drummer Terry Chimes.

CD Track Listings:

“Complete Control” – 3:13
“London’s Burning” – 2:02
“What’s My Name” – 1:40
“Clash City Rockers” – 3:29
“Career Opportunities” – 2:06
“(White Man) In Hammersmith Palais” – 4:24
“Capital Radio” – 2:58
“City of the Dead” – 2:46
“I Fought the Law” – 2:34
“London Calling” – 3:29
“Armagideon Time” – 5:05
“Train in Vain” – 3:45
“The Guns of Brixton” – 3:35
“The Magnificent Seven” – 6:10
“Know Your Rights” – 4:05
“Should I Stay or Should I Go” – 2:44
“Straight to Hell” – 7:23

Live at Shea Stadium

Release Date: October 6, 2008

Label: Legacy Recordings

Live at Shea Stadium features The Clash’s performance at Shea Stadium in New York on October 13, 1982, as part of their tour with The Who. This album, released in 2008, captures a historic moment in the band’s career, playing to a massive audience in one of the most famous venues in the world. The performance is notable for its high energy and the band’s ability to connect with such a large crowd. The lineup for this live performance includes Joe Strummer (vocals, rhythm guitar), Mick Jones (lead guitar, vocals), Paul Simonon (bass, backing vocals), and Terry Chimes (drums), who had returned to the band temporarily.

CD Track Listings:

“Kosmo Vinyl Introduction” – 1:11
“London Calling” – 3:29
“Police on My Back” – 3:28
“The Guns of Brixton” – 4:07
“Tommy Gun” – 3:19
“The Magnificent Seven” – 2:33
“Armagideon Time” – 2:55
“The Magnificent Seven (Return)” – 2:23
“Rock the Casbah” – 3:21
“Train in Vain” – 4:42
“Career Opportunities” – 2:05
“Spanish Bombs” – 3:18
“Clampdown” – 4:26
“English Civil War” – 2:39
“Should I Stay or Should I Go” – 2:44
“I Fought the Law” – 3:22

The Clash Extended Plays

Capital Radio

Released April 9, 1977

Capital Radio is an EP by The Clash, released in 1977. The EP includes the band’s debut single “White Riot” and the title track “Capital Radio,” among others. These songs exemplify the band’s early punk sound and their commitment to social and political commentary through music. The lineup for this EP included Joe Strummer on lead vocals and rhythm guitar, Mick Jones on lead guitar and vocals, Paul Simonon on bass guitar, and Terry Chimes on drums.

CD Track Listings:

“Listen” – 2:43
“Interview with The Clash on the Circle Line” (Part 1) – 3:58
“Interview with The Clash on the Circle Line” (Part 2) – 4:15
“Capital Radio One” – 2:09

Capital Radio was a limited-edition release, making it a sought-after item among fans and collectors. Its raw sound and direct approach are characteristic of the punk movement of the late 1970s.

The Cost of Living

Release Date: May 11, 1979

The Cost of Living is an EP by The Clash, released in 1979. This release showcased the band’s evolving musical style, incorporating more varied influences beyond their punk roots. The EP features both original compositions and a notable cover of the song “I Fought the Law,” which became one of the band’s most famous tracks.

The band’s lineup at the time included Joe Strummer (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Mick Jones (lead guitar, vocals), Paul Simonon (bass guitar, backing vocals), and Topper Headon (drums, percussion).

CD Track Listings:

“I Fought the Law” – 2:39
“Groovy Times” – 3:29
“Gates of the West” – 3:25
“Capital Radio Two” – 3:18

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