Joe Strummer

(1952-2002)

British singer, musician and songwriter

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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 (1979) and peaking with Combat Rock (1982), which reached No. 7 on the US charts and was certified 2× platinum there. The Clash's explosive political lyrics, musical experimentation, and rebellious attitude greatly influenced rock music in general, especially alternative rock. Their music incorporated punk with reggae, ska, dub, funk, rap and rockabilly.

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Born	John Graham Mellor 21 August 1952 Ankara, Turkey
Died	22 December 2002 (aged 50) Broomfield, Somerset, England, UK
Zodiac	Leo
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Gaby Salter - · info edit

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Lucinda Mellor - · · m. 1995 info edit

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Jazz info 1st child with Gaby Salter Unknown · - · Celebrity Baby

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Lola Maybelline info 2nd child with Gaby Salter Unknown · - · Celebrity Baby

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