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Joe Strummer

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Joe Strummer

Born August 21, 1952 in Ankara, TurkeyDied December 22, 200217 films

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.

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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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The King of Comedy posterFirst watchThe King of Comedy19827.8as Street ScumAspiring comic Rupert Pupkin attempts to achieve success in show business by stalking his idol, a late night talk-show host who craves his own privacy.View film

Essential films

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Mystery Train poster7.3Mystery Train1989I Hired a Contract Killer poster6.9I Hired a Contract Killer1990Walker poster6.5Walker1987

Filmography

17 films as actor
  1. 2013The Clash - Sound system
  2. 2012The Clash The Ultimate Review
  3. 2006HootenannyArtist
  4. 2006The Clash: Up Close and Personal
  5. 2006The Clash: This is TV Clash 1977-1982
  6. 2005Roots Rock Rebel: A Tribute to Joe Strummer
  7. 1999Joe Strummer & The Mescaleros: Roseland Ballroom
  8. 1999Joe Strummer & The Mescaleros: Live at Bizarre Festival
  9. 1998Doctor ChanceVince Taylor
  10. 1993Strummer
  11. 1990I Hired a Contract KillerGuitarist
  12. 1989Mystery TrainJohnny
  13. 1988Candy MountainSecurity Cop
  14. 1987WalkerFaucet
  15. 1987Straight to HellSimms
  16. 1983Hell W10Police Officer
  17. 1982The King of ComedyStreet Scum