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Sandinista!

The Clash · 1980

144 min · 36 tracks · new wave · reggae · post-punk

A sprawling, genre-blurring tapestry of punk, reggae, and new wave that defies conventional boundaries.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long immersive listening sessions
  • wave-like pacing experiences
  • exploratory and varied textures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on December 12, 1980, 'Sandinista!' followed The Clash's groundbreaking album 'London Calling,' marking a significant expansion in their artistic vision. This triple album showcased the band's willingness to experiment with various musical styles while addressing political themes, solidifying their role as cultural commentators during a tumultuous era.
Stylistic neighbors
The Jam· Buzzcocks· Joe Strummer

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 The Magnificent Seven 5:30
  • 2 Hitsville U.K. 4:21
  • 3 Junco Partner 4:52
  • 4 Ivan Meets G.I. Joe 3:06
  • 5 The Leader 1:42
  • 6 Something About England 3:43
  • 7 Rebel Waltz 3:26
  • 8 Look Here 2:45
  • 9 The Crooked Beat 5:29
  • 10 Somebody Got Murdered 3:33
  • 11 One More Time 3:32
  • 12 One More Dub 3:36
  • 13 Lightning Strikes (Not Once but Twice) 4:51
  • 14 Up in Heaven (Not Only Here) 4:32
  • 15 Corner Soul 2:43
  • 16 Let’s Go Crazy 4:25
  • 17 If Music Could Talk 4:36
  • 18 The Sound of Sinners 4:01

Disc 2

  • 1 Police on My Back 3:16
  • 2 Midnight Log 2:09
  • 3 The Equaliser 5:47
  • 4 The Call Up 5:25
  • 5 Washington Bullets 3:51
  • 6 Broadway 5:47
  • 7 Lose This Skin 5:07
  • 8 Charlie Don’t Surf 4:54
  • 9 Mensforth Hill 3:42
  • 10 Junkie Slip 2:48
  • 11 Kingston Advice 2:36
  • 12 The Street Parade 3:27
  • 13 Version City 4:23
  • 14 Living in Fame 4:35
  • 15 Silicone on Sapphire 4:31
  • 16 Version Pardner 5:22
  • 17 Career Opportunities 2:30
  • 18 Shepherds Delight 3:25

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