The Clash

The Clash, an English rock band formed in London in 1976 were key players in the original wave of British punk rock. Hailed as "The Only Band That Matters”, they also hugely contributed to the post-punk and new wave movements that surfaced in the wake of punk and combined sounds of a variety of genres including reggae, dub, funk, ska, and rockabilly. For the majority of their recording career, the Clash formed of lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Joe Strummer, lead guitarist and vocalist Mick Jones, bassist Paul Simonon, and drummer Nicky "Topper" Headon. Headon left the group in 1982 and internal friction promptly led to Jones' departure the following year. The group continued with new members, but finally split up in 1986.