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.
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.
Strummer's other career highlights included stints with the 101ers, the Latino Rockabilly War, the Mescaleros and the Pogues, as well as solo music. His work as a musician allowed him to explore other interests such as acting, scoring television shows and films, and hosting the BBC Radio show London Calling. Strummer and the Clash were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in January 2003. In his remembrance, Strummer's friends and family established the Joe Strummer Foundation (initially known as Strummerville), a non-profit organisation that gives opportunities to musicians and supports projects around the world that create empowerment through music.
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Release Date:01/11/2019
Here to be Heard: The Story of The Slits
Character:Self (archive footage)
Release Date:18/04/2018
Two Sevens Clash: Dread Meets Punk Rockers
Character:Self
Release Date:29/04/2017
The Clash: New Year's Day '77
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Release Date:01/01/2015
Morphine: Journey of Dreams
Character:Himself
Release Date:25/10/2014
The Clash - Sound system
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Release Date:09/09/2013
The Clash: The Rise and Fall of The Clash
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Release Date:30/08/2012
The Clash The Ultimate Review
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Release Date:04/08/2012
Glastopia
Character:self
Release Date:15/06/2012
Punk Britannia at the BBC
Character:Self
Release Date:08/06/2012
Oil City Confidential
Character:Self (archive footage)
Release Date:20/10/2009
US Festival 1983 Days 1-3
Character:Self - The Clash
Release Date:16/07/2009
The Clash: Live (Revolution Rock)
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Release Date:15/04/2008
Dispatches from Nicaragua
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Release Date:19/02/2008
The Clash: Tory Crimes and Other Tales
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Release Date:25/01/2008
Punk's Not Dead
Character:Self
Release Date:27/07/2007
Joe Strummer: The Future Is Unwritten
Character:Self (Archive footage)
Release Date:18/05/2007
Rock Milestones: The Clash's London Calling
Character:Himself
Release Date:01/09/2006
The Clash: The Joe Strummer Story
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Release Date:31/01/2006
Hootenanny
Character:Artist
Release Date:01/01/2006
The Clash: Up Close and Personal
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Release Date:01/01/2006
The Clash: This is TV Clash 1977-1982
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Release Date:01/01/2006
Roots Rock Rebel: A Tribute to Joe Strummer
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Release Date:28/12/2005
Give 'Em The Boot
Character:Self
Release Date:02/08/2005
Viva Joe Strummer: The Clash and Beyond
Character:Himself
Release Date:01/03/2005
The Pogues Live at the Town and Country
Character:Self
Release Date:15/11/2004
The Clash: The Last Testament - The Making of London Calling
Character:Himself
Release Date:21/09/2004
Joe Strummer & The Mescaleros: Let's Rock Again!
Character:Himself
Release Date:05/06/2004
The Clash : The Essential Clash
Character:Himself
Release Date:13/06/2003
End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones
Character:Self
Release Date:19/01/2003
Super 8 Stories
Character:Self
Release Date:10/10/2001
25 Years of Punk
Character:Self
Release Date:19/04/2001
Joe Strummer & The Mescaleros: Roseland Ballroom
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Release Date:23/11/1999
The Clash: Westway To The World
Character:Himself
Release Date:29/10/1999
Joe Strummer & The Mescaleros: Live at Bizarre Festival
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Release Date:21/08/1999
Chef Aid: Behind The Menu
Character:Self
Release Date:08/12/1998
Doctor Chance
Character:Vince Taylor
Release Date:25/02/1998
Degeneration Punk
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Release Date:06/06/1997
Strummer
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Release Date:01/09/1993
One World, One Voice
Character:Self
Release Date:09/12/1990
I Hired a Contract Killer
Character:Guitarist
Release Date:12/10/1990
Mystery Train
Character:Johnny
Release Date:06/09/1989
Completely Pogued
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Release Date:17/03/1988
Candy Mountain
Character:Security Cop
Release Date:20/01/1988
Walker
Character:Faucet
Release Date:04/12/1987
Straight to Hell
Character:Simms
Release Date:26/06/1987
The Way They Were: Punk and the New Wave 1976-1978
Character:Self
Release Date:01/06/1986
The Clash: Live at the US Festival in San Bernardino
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Release Date:28/05/1983
Hell W10
Character:Police Officer
Release Date:01/01/1983
The King of Comedy
Character:Street Scum
Release Date:18/12/1982
The Clash: Live in Tokyo
Character:Himself - Vocals, Guitar
Release Date:28/01/1982
The Clash On Broadway
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Release Date:03/06/1981
Concerts for the People of Kampuchea
Character:Self
Release Date:29/03/1981
D.O.A.
Character:Self
Release Date:12/09/1980
Rude Boy
Character:The Group
Release Date:25/07/1980
Just Play The Clash
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Release Date:25/07/1980
The Clash: Live at The Capitol Theater
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Release Date:08/03/1980
The Clash: Live in Paris 1980
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Release Date:02/03/1980
The Punk Rock Movie
Character:Self
Release Date:09/06/1978
The Year Of Punk
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Release Date:01/01/1978
The Clash: Live in Munich, 3rd October 1977
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Release Date:03/10/1977
Television Appearances
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