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Early life. Strummer was born John Graham Mellor in Ankara, Turkey, on 21 August 1952, the son of a Scottish mother and English father. His mother, Anna Mackenzie (1915–1986), was the daughter of a crofter and was born and raised in Bonar Bridge; she later became a nurse.
Explore the life and legacy of Joe Strummer, the iconic singer-songwriter and leader of the Clash. Learn about his music, activism, influences and more on his official website.
24 Jun 2024 · Joe Strummer (born August 21, 1952, Ankara, Turkey—died December 22, 2002, Broomfield, Somerset, England) was a British punk rock star who gave voice to a generation of unrest as the leader of the Clash.
Watch videos of Joe Strummer, the lead singer of The Clash and a solo artist. Explore his music, legacy and influence with playlists, albums and songs.
19 Mei 2012 · A personal portrait of the Clash leader by his widow, Lucinda, who reveals his charm, humour and love of the country life. She also shares his passion for music, people and thinking, and how he found happiness in Somerset.
21 Ogo 2021 · The life, times and philosophy of Joe Strummer by those who knew him best. Marking the release of Joe Strummer & The Mescaleros’ Assembly and celebrating Strummer’s birthday, Chris...
Punk poet, musician, composer, actor and style icon, Joe Strummer spent his life smashing musical and cultural boundaries both as the singer of The Clash and as a solo artist. Songs like ‘Know Your Rights’, ‘London Calling’, ‘Rock The Casbah’, ‘Straight To Hell’, and ‘Coma Girl’ engulfed the global masses and sound as urgent ...
