Joe Strummer 20 Years Gone: Part 1 - Saint Joe

3 Part Series Celebrating the life of Joe Strummer, 20 years after his passing

Part 1 of 3: Get ready for SAINT JOE a brand new tribute song with writer, musician and massive Joe Strummer Fan Douglas Bales. Douglas shares how he came to write this punk anthem for White Man in Hammersmith Palais. Together, host Johnny Punish and Doug celebrate his life.

Joe Strummer passed on Dec. 22, 2002. It was devastating. But they say if you mention a person who's passed that they will live forever. Well, guess what? This is a public service announcement and it's forever, right here, right now on......VT Radio!

John Graham Mellor (21 August 1952 – 22 December 2002), known professionally as Joe Strummer, was a British singer, musician, and songwriter. He was the co-founder, lyricist, rhythm guitarist, and co-lead vocalist of the punk rock band The Clash, formed in 1976. The Clash's second 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 had a far-reaching influence on rock music in general, especially alternative rock. Their music incorporated reggae, ska, dub, funk, rap, and rockabilly.

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 nonprofit organization that gives opportunities to musicians and supports projects around the world that create empowerment through music.

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