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The Story of the Clash, Volume 1

The Clash · 1988

100 min · 28 tracks · new wave · reggae · post-punk

A vibrant blend of punk, reggae, and new wave that captures The Clash's revolutionary spirit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • for energetic gatherings
  • nostalgic reflections on rebellion
  • sing-along anthems for road trips
  • engaging storytelling in every track

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek uniform, predictable pacing

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1988, 'The Story of the Clash, Volume 1' arrived during a retrospective phase for The Clash, following their disbandment in 1986. This compilation showcases the band's evolution from their debut to their later experimental sounds, serving as a testament to their enduring influence in punk rock and beyond.
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 4:29
  • 2 Rock the Casbah 3:43
  • 3 This Is Radio Clash 4:10
  • 4 Should I Stay or Should I Go 3:08
  • 5 Straight to Hell 5:31
  • 6 Armagideon Time 3:51
  • 7 Clampdown 3:49
  • 8 Train in Vain 3:12
  • 9 The Guns of Brixton 3:12
  • 10 I Fought the Law 2:39
  • 11 Somebody Got Murdered 3:35
  • 12 Lost in the Supermarket 3:49
  • 13 Bankrobber 4:32

Disc 2

  • 1 (White Man) In Hammersmith Palais 4:01
  • 2 London’s Burning 2:10
  • 3 Janie Jones 2:05
  • 4 Tommy Gun 3:17
  • 5 Complete Control 3:13
  • 6 Capital Radio 5:18
  • 7 White Riot 1:58
  • 8 Career Opportunities 1:52
  • 9 Clash City Rockers 3:48
  • 10 Safe European Home 3:50
  • 11 Stay Free 3:39
  • 12 London Calling 3:20
  • 13 Spanish Bombs 3:18
  • 14 English Civil War 2:35
  • 15 Police & Thieves 6:00

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata