Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Birthdate
1952-08-21
Day of Death
2002-12-22
Place of Birth
Ankara, Turkey
Joe Strummer
Biography
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.
Filmography (61)
England 79
2019
Here to be Heard: The Story of The Slits
2018
Two Sevens Clash: Dread Meets Punk Rockers
2017
The Clash: New Year's Day '77
2015
Morphine: Journey of Dreams
2014
The Clash - Sound system
2013
The Clash: The Rise and Fall of The Clash
2012The Clash The Ultimate Review
2012Glastopia
2012
Punk Britannia at the BBC
2012
Oil City Confidential
2009
US Festival 1983 Days 1-3
2009
The Clash: Live (Revolution Rock)
2008
Dispatches from Nicaragua
2008
