The World According to The Clash is a compilation featuring 11 of The Clash’s most celebrated tracks which was originally released in 1982 as a promotional radio vinyl.
Out today, The World According to The Clash gives new fans the chance to discover the catalogue of one of the most influential bands in rock music history. As UNCUT concluded, “As a primer to newcomers…it’s hard to imagine a more persuasive introduction.” For existing fans, the official release also offers the opportunity to own a newly presented and remastered edition of a unique and sought-after piece of The Clash’s history.
The World According to The Clash brings together many of the band’s most influential and enduring songs. Highlights include ‘The Magnificent Seven’, inspired by the burgeoning rap scene in NYC in the 1980s, and ‘Spanish Bombs’, which draws connections between the Spanish Civil War and contemporary conflict in England and Ireland. The collection also features ‘Should I Stay or Should I Go’, a global hit which has surpassed 2.21 billion streams. Alongside defining tracks such as ‘Rock the Casbah’, ‘London Calling’, ‘Clampdown’, ‘Train in Vain (Stand by Me)’, ‘Lost in the Supermarket’, ‘The Guns of Brixton’, ‘Brand New Cadillac’ and ‘I Fought the Law’, the compilation highlights the breadth, influence and lasting cultural impact of The Clash.
Over a brief five-year period, The Clash – Joe Strummer vocals/guitar, Mick Jones guitar/vocals, Paul Simonon bass and drummer Topper Headon – played incessantly, wrote and recorded prolifically and released 5 albums of the most expansive and influential music of the era.
Prior to the release of Combat Rock in 1982, which became their biggest-selling release, The World According to The Clash was prepared for US radio DJs, with stand-out tracks from their history added to form the upcoming album.
The World According to The Clash is available to buy now on limited edition red vinyl and orange vinyl, alongside CD and digital formats. A special poster is also available exclusively with all purchases of the orange vinyl from The Clash’s online store.
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