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Saturday, December 5, 2009

Hear This - 12.05.09 - Joe Strummer & The Mescaleros


From the album "Streetcore" - 2003 (released after Strummer's death)

"The Mescaleros were the backing band for Joe Strummer, formed in 1999, which went on to make three albums prior to Strummer’s death in 2002. Musically, the Mescaleros continued the genre mixing that Strummer was known for during his time with The Clash. Elements of reggae, jazz, funk, hip hop, country, and of course punk rock can be found in the three Mescaleros releases." [Last.fm]

This is just a great album.  Craig Finn of The Hold Steady said it best; "Raise a toast to St. Joe Strummer.  I think he might have been our only decent teacher." 'Nuff said.

Check out:
Joe Strummer and the Mescaleros - Redemption Song

Joe Strummer and the Mescaleros - Coma Girl

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