Joe Strummer: Biography, Facts and Career
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John Graham Mellor (21 August 1952 – 22 December 2002), known professionally as Joe Strummer, was a British musician. He was the co-founder, lyricist, rhythm guitarist and lead vocalist of punk rock band the Clash. Strummer's other career highlights included stints with the 101ers, the Latino Rockabilly War, the Mescaleros and the Pogues, as well as solo music, 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 non-profit organisation that gives opportunities to musicians and supports projects around the world to create empowerment through music.
Quick facts about Joe Strummer
- Full name: Joe Strummer
- Born: 1952-08-21
- Nationality: United Kingdom
- Known as: Actor
- Wikidata ID: Q310052
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Who is Joe Strummer?
John Graham Mellor (21 August 1952 – 22 December 2002), known professionally as Joe Strummer, was a British musician.
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Joe Strummer is United Kingdom.
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Joe Strummer was born on 1952-08-21.
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