The Clash The Story Of The Clash (1988)
The Story of The Clash Volume 1, a vintage double vinyl LP compilation album by the iconic punk rock band, The Clash. Released in 1988, this collection is a must-have for any fan of punk rock or The Clash’s music legacy!
Artist: The Clash
Tracklist:
- The Magnificent Seven 4:27
- Rock The Casbah 3:41
- This Is Radio Clash 4:10
- Should I Stay Or Should I Go 3:07
- Straight To Hell 5:27
- Armagideon Time 3:50
- Clampdown 3:45
- Train In Vain 3:00
- Guns Of Brixton 3:05
- I Fought The Law 2:35
- Somebody Get Murdered 3:29
- Lost In The Supermarket 3:41
- Bank Robber 4:31
- (White Man) In Hammersmith Palais 3:59
- London's Burning 2:09
- Janie Jones 2:04
- Tommy Gun 3:13
- Complete Control 3:12
- Capitol Radio 5:18
- White Riot 1:57
- Career Opportunities 1:51
- Clash City Rockers 3:47
- Safe European Home 3:46
- Stay Free 3:37
- London Calling 3:19
- Spanish Bombs 3:18
- English Civil War 2:33
- Police & Thieves 5:57
Label: Epic Records
Format: Vinyl, 2xLP, Album
Country: UK
Released: 1988
Genre: Rock
Style: Punk
This compilation album offers a comprehensive overview of The Clash’s career, featuring 28 tracks that include some of their most beloved songs such as "Should I Stay Or Should I Go," "Rock The Casbah," and "London Calling." The album was released with four different colored covers (Red, Blue, Yellow, and Green), making it a collector's item for fans of the band.
The extensive inner notes, written from the perspective of Joe Strummer's alter-ego, Albert Transom, give fans a unique and personal look into the band's journey and experiences. These anecdotes, including stories of their early days and encounters with other musicians, add an intimate touch to the album.