Tag: The Clash

by Steven Valvano November 23, 2020 Comments2

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The Influence of British Art Schools on Rock

For about 20 years, British art schools served as a fertile breeding ground for some of the future stars of rock music.

by Eoghan Lyng October 19, 2020 Comments1

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“White Riot”: When Punk and Politics Clashed

Late 70s Britain was a powderkeg. “White Riot” is a new film that explores “Rock Against Racism,” a key punk event more relevant than ever.

by Stephanie Brandhuber October 12, 2020 Comments1

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“Sound for The Future”: The World’s Youngest Punk Band

The Hippies formed in the late 70s, billed as Britain’s youngest punk band. A new documentary explores their very weird story.

by Mark Daponte October 7, 2020 Comments0

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Vince Taylor: Inspiration to A Few, Forgotten by Many

Vince Taylor helped bring rockabilly to England. But his drug-fueled antics had a different impact on David Bowie, Van Morrison and more.

by Mark Daponte June 16, 2020 Comments0

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The Misadventures of Phil May of the Pretty Things

Singer Phil May helmed one of the proto-punk groups of the 60s, Pretty Things. David Bowie called him “God.” The Clash, The Ramones, and Nirvana agreed.