Top 8 Secrets About The Clash

The Clash is one of the most influential bands in music history, and they have a bunch of secrets that many people don’t know. From their early days in Greece to their post-breakup success, here are the top 10 secrets about The Clash.

1. Before they were The Clash, they were known as Angelic Upstarts when the band first formed in Greece in 1976. During their time in the city of Greektown, they adopted a punk rock sound and became an overnight sensation.

2. The Clash first went on tour in 1977, performing shows all over Europe and the United States. They were one of the most successful bands during the punk music movement, selling out venues wherever they went.

3. While in the US, The Clash performed at legendary venues like CBGB and Max’s Kansas City. They even appeared on Saturday Night Live and opened for the Sex Pistols during their only American tour.

4. Despite their success, the band broke up in 1982 due to internal conflicts between members. Afterward, Joe Strummer went on to become a successful solo artist, while Mick Jones formed Big Audio Dynamite.

5. The band reunited in 1985 for a one-off benefit concert in London, which was the last time they played together until their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2003.

6. Some of The Clash’s most iconic songs include “Bankrobber”, “Rock the Casbah”, and “Should I Stay or Should I Go”. They are also known for their incredibly catchy choruses, which were heavily inspired by reggae music.

7. The Clash’s music has been sampled and used in numerous films over the years, including Control and Grosse Pointe Blank. They have also had songs featured on soundtracks for Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater, Grand Theft Auto IV, and FIFA Football 2004.

8. The Clash were nominated for two Grammy Awards in 1982 and 1984, but they didn’t win either time. In 2009, they were inducted into the UK Music Hall of Fame, as well as the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2003.