A sprawling double album that blew punk wide open, folding in reggae, ska, rockabilly and soul without losing its urgency. Politically charged and endlessly tuneful, it is regularly named among the greatest rock records ever. The ideal entry point to the band. Released in 1979, it's a key entry in The Clash's run.
On vinyl: Vintage copies and modern reissues both circulate — worth comparing condition and remaster notes before you buy.
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- London Calling on Best Songs of the 1970s, Best Punk & New Wave Songs of All Time, Best 1970s Punk & New Wave Songs
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More from The Clash — where to go next
If you have London Calling, these are the The Clash records worth reaching for next.
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Combat Rock1982 · Punk & New WaveClassic