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.
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Movies (47)
England 79
2019
Here to be Heard: The Story of The Slits
as Self (archive footage)
2018
Two Sevens Clash: Dread Meets Punk Rockers
as Self
2017
The Clash: New Year's Day '77
2015
Morphine: Journey of Dreams
as Himself
2014
The Clash - Sound system
2013
The Clash: The Rise and Fall of The Clash
2012
The Clash The Ultimate Review
2012
Glastopia
as self
2012
Punk Britannia at the BBC
as Self
2012
Oil City Confidential
as Self (archive footage)
2009
US Festival 1983 Days 1-3
as Self - The Clash
2009
The Clash: Live (Revolution Rock)
2008
Dispatches from Nicaragua
2008
The Clash: Tory Crimes and Other Tales
2008
Punk's Not Dead
as Self
2007
Joe Strummer: The Future Is Unwritten
as Self (Archive footage)
2007
Rock Milestones: The Clash's London Calling
as Himself
2006
The Clash: The Joe Strummer Story
2006
Hootenanny
as Artist
2006
The Clash: Up Close and Personal
2006
The Clash: This is TV Clash 1977-1982
2006
Roots Rock Rebel: A Tribute to Joe Strummer
2005
Give 'Em The Boot
as Self
2005
Viva Joe Strummer: The Clash and Beyond
as Himself
2005
The Pogues Live at the Town and Country
as Self
2004
The Clash: The Last Testament - The Making of London Calling
as Himself
2004
Joe Strummer & The Mescaleros: Let's Rock Again!
as Himself
2004
The Clash : The Essential Clash
as Himself
2003
End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones
as Self
2003
Gypsy Woman
Music (Sound)
2002
Super 8 Stories
as Self
2001
25 Years of Punk
as Self
2001
Joe Strummer & The Mescaleros: Roseland Ballroom
1999
The Clash: Westway To The World
as Himself
1999
Joe Strummer & The Mescaleros: Live at Bizarre Festival
1999
Chef Aid: Behind The Menu
as Self
1998
Doctor Chance
as Vince Taylor
1998
Degeneration Punk
1997
Grosse Pointe Blank
Original Music Composer (Sound)
1997
Tunnel of Love
Original Music Composer (Sound)
1997
When Pigs Fly
Music (Sound)
1993
Strummer
1993
One World, One Voice
as Self
1990
I Hired a Contract Killer
as Guitarist
1990
Mystery Train
as Johnny
1989
Permanent Record
Original Music Composer (Sound)
1988
