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Super Black Market Clash

The Clash · 1993

34 min · 9 tracks · new wave · reggae · post-punk

An eclectic blend of reggae, punk, and ska infused with a rebellious spirit and sharp social commentary.

Why this album works

Best for
dynamic emotional journeys short, punchy songs wave-like pacing
Context
By the time 'Super Black Market Clash' was released in 1993, The Clash had already disbanded in 1986 after a tumultuous career marked by creative peaks and personal conflicts. This compilation captures their diverse influences and showcases unreleased tracks alongside B-sides, reflecting their artistic evolution during their active years.
If you like
new wave, reggae, post-punk

Super Black Market Clash is an album by The Clash, released in 1993. An eclectic blend of reggae, punk, and ska infused with a rebellious spirit and sharp social commentary. This album is significant for its role in preserving The Clash's legacy, featuring tracks that highlight the band's innovative fusion of genres. Although it did not chart as prominently as previous releases, it remains an essential collection for understanding the band's impact on punk and rock music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Super Black Market Clash sound like?

An eclectic blend of reggae, punk, and ska infused with a rebellious spirit and sharp social commentary. Rooted in new wave and reggae.

What makes Super Black Market Clash by The Clash notable?

This album is significant for its role in preserving The Clash's legacy, featuring tracks that highlight the band's innovative fusion of genres. Although it did not chart as prominently as previous releases, it remains an essential collection for understanding the band's impact on punk and rock music. By the time 'Super Black Market Clash' was released in 1993, The Clash had already disbanded in 1986 after a tumultuous career marked by creative peaks and personal conflicts. This compilation captures their diverse influences and showcases unreleased tracks alongside B-sides, reflecting their artistic evolution during their active years.

Who is Super Black Market Clash for?

Super Black Market Clash works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, short, punchy songs and wave-like pacing.

How many songs are on Super Black Market Clash?

Super Black Market Clash has 9 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.

Tracklist

9 tracks·34:35

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

  • 1 Capital Radio One Standout 2:11
  • 2 The Prisoner 3:01
  • 3 Pressure Drop Standout 3:30
  • 4 Cheat 2:06
  • 5 City of the Dead 2:25
  • 6 Time Is Tight 4:07
  • 7 Bank Robber / Robber Dub 6:18
  • 8 Armagideon Time Standout 3:52
  • 9 Justice Tonight / Kick It Over 7:00

Release Date

January 1, 1993

Genre

new wave, post-punk, reggae

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

34 min 35 sec