Paul Simonon: Biography, Facts and Career
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Paul Gustave Simonon (; born 15 December 1955) is an English musician and artist best known as the bassist for the Clash. More recent work includes his involvement in the supergroup the Good, the Bad & the Queen and playing on the Gorillaz album Plastic Beach in 2010, which saw Simonon reunite with the Clash guitarist Mick Jones and Blur frontman Damon Albarn – and which also led to Simonon becoming the live band's touring bassist for Gorillaz's Escape to Plastic Beach Tour. Simonon is also an established visual artist.
Quick facts about Paul Simonon
- Full name: Paul Simonon
- Born: 1955-12-15
- Nationality: United Kingdom
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q449804
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Who is Paul Simonon?
Paul Gustave Simonon (; born 15 December 1955) is an English musician and artist best known as the bassist for the Clash.
What nationality is Paul Simonon?
Paul Simonon is United Kingdom.
When was Paul Simonon born?
Paul Simonon was born on 1955-12-15.



