In Remembrance of Joe Strummer:

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Bless you all...Thanks sincerely....and my condolences to you all

Sincerely yours -Luke Brown....California

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this is a sad day. i wish some people could live forever, at least joe strummer will live on in his music....thank you for all the years of great music....r.i.p.

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At the age of 13, 25 years ago I heard the clash for the frst time. It changed me as a person, for the better, I hope. Today is a very sad day. Joe Strummer will never be forgotten. His music was inspired. I'm now off to listen to 'Whiteman', Mr Strummer et al at their very best.
God Bless, Joan Stock.

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I was kicked in the stomach today and I don't want the pain to go away...and it probably never will. I got 'Give 'Em Enough Rope' for x-mas 1977 and was lucky enough to see the Clash 3x - the only band that mattered. The 'London Calling' shows in NY and NJ in 1979 were amongst the most important events of my life. The Clash opened my eyes to social injustice, racism, the hope of socialism - all thanks to Joe Strummer. I was just saying the night before he died that if the Clash were to play at that silly rock n' roll ceremony in NY in a few months that I was gonna do whatever it took to get in. No need now - no Joe Strummer, no Clash. I'll go home today and Joe will be alive for me once more as I blast the Clash 'til my ears bleed. I'll lift a pint and a spliff to you, Joe, and cry my fucking eyes out for a great man gone way too soon. Thank you Joe Public.

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finché lo ricorderemo, resterà vivo

STAY FREE, JOE!

ciao

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thanks

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I don't know what to say....I'm so sad. You will always be in my, heart Joe.

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Our condolences to Joe's family and those immediately affected by his death.

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The Clash were the band that literally changed my life. In 1980 I was a self absorbed, middle class, suburban kid, living in southern California, when I bought the first Clash album, on 8-track tape. Listening to that album opened my eyes to a much larger, and more complex world view. It jumpstarted my political involvement, my examination of oppressed peoples, and changed my values. I always tell people how a single group, literally, changed my life. I'm 39 now, still active politically, and it is people like Joe Strummer who push me forward. Joe, wherever you are, keep on fighting the good fight.

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I am so sorry.
Thanks for all the good stuff you did.

Bengan from Sweden.

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I couldn't believe the news today! Joe Strummer dead! I SAW THIS GUY THIS SPRING IN BROOKLYN! Joe was a 50 year old guy in perfect shape. He not only looked much younger he also had the beautiful youthful mind of an idealistic teenager. This is such a sad day for me! My friend Thomas introduced me to his music only a few years ago. But since then I saw him three times in the New York City area! And his shows were as good as it gets! I loved him and the band!

My sympathies to the family! And to all you mourning fans. I hope he is in a better world now, because the one he left doesn't make a lot of sense to me ...

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I'm leaving work too. I can't function at the moment.
I just can't accept this yet

whack NYC

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Though the great Dread-at-the-Controls has given the final "sign-off" signal to our favorite DJ, his transmissions will continue to emmanate and reverberate through all of us who tuned into his wavelength. Thanks for rocking our world, Joe. The chalise shall be passed in your honor this eve. - Jimi Scum , Humboldt County, California

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I first heard the first Clash album one year ago, and I noticed that bands today are still trying (unsuccessfully)to sound like the Clash. I am shocked by Mr. Strummer's sudden passing, but I hope if anything good can come about, it will be a larger audience recognizing his genius.

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big al here,youll be sadly missed and your legend will live on 4ever.youll go down as the one who changed rock and roll......rudie cant fail and you certenly never. my heart goes out to your family and millions and millions of fans. alan s glasgow

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He opened up my eyes and showed me what real music is, and the beauty it can take on. He changed my life, and he will be forever remembered. God Bless, Joe!
-adam

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I left work. Feels like a member of our family has died. Having a hard time accepting it; there goes the youth and the hope of a better world. What an incredible loss.

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thank you for your music,joe.yuo' will survive in mi mind trhought your art.hasta luego

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I don't know what to say... I feel as though a piece of me has been torn away... I am still in shock, numb... Have a good trip to a better world, my friend... I thank you deeply for the music (and not only) that you have entrusted us with... My deepest, sincerest condolences to your family and friends... I will always remember you fondly - A brother in Greece

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Joe Strummer was the founding singer and guitarist of one of the greatest bands I have ever heard....r.I.p

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Joe and The Clash were instumental in my taking up playing the music I loved so much, as well as influencing my political thought processes - I learned how to play to Clash records, I learned how to think to Clash records. I saw Joe at Johnny Rockets on Melrose years ago, and didn't say hello - now I wish I had...R.I.P. Joe.

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Thanks to Joe Strummer and for all he did and did so very well:
He mattered.

And he will live on.
Best to his family.

Via con los Estrellas, Joe!

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Joe, we'll always remember the Groovy Times, and there was plenty of those listening to your music,it's hard to imagine a world without Joe Strummer and his sensible lyrics but at least we have the great times on vinyl and can be constantly reminded of you,keep away from Montgomery Clift up there mate,he's screwed up!!! all i can say at this time is Thanks, and condolences to his family,friends and the remainder of The Clash.
clashpistols@aol.com

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We'll all miss you. You got me through school and I'll always remeber that.
Love to your family.

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Thank you Joe for being the legend
My sympathies to your families sad lost
Mark

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I woke up this morning to the sad news about Joe. I've enjoyed the Clash's music since the first time I heard them. The world can't afford to lose such a bright light. He will live on in the music he left and in the memories hearing it brings. We are all lessened by the loss. Like one of my fellow mourners, I will play the Clash on into the night. Thanks Joe-----Ron

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One of a mere handfull of no bullshit people in the music biz.A voice in the wilderness.Rest in Peace

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The best,your music will live on!Always the best frontman a band could have.I'll miss going to your gigs,my hero!My condolences to your family,you'll be sorely missed.Thanks!
Nidge.

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I first saw the Clash at a benefit concert for Jackie Wilson at the Motor City Roller Rink, Detroit MI 1980. I arrived earlier enough to see the band play an impromptu set during the sound check. Joe had asked to borrow a comb from the audience. Someone handed him a hair brush. Joe admonished them by snarling that "Brushes are for dogs and babies." Nobody really understood and soon after the hair bands ruled the airwaves and video stations. R.I.P.

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Another gentle giant passes when we need voices like his. Listening to Joe always reminded me of our responsibility to use all of our energies and talents to fight for a more just, more peaceful world. Hasta la victoria siempre!!

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Magnificent

When something’s unique, there can be only one
Like he said: "Six strings or none"

Younger, with 101'ers, few years an' lots of anger.
This English shocker, became Clash City Rocker.
Words started to come out louder, like dry gun powder.
Amp didn't work properly, it wasn't disaster.
Electric leg on stage went faster, that gig, quite a mind blaster.
And for years from now – means after.
Generations still listen the sound of your Telecaster.
Like an earthquake weather, all they did was unseen or better.
Far from the Texas ranger, Joe went: "He's a king arranger".
Posing with jackets made of leather.
With Mick, their voices goes good together.
Back then, there was also stylish Paul and clockwork Topper.
When someone's wiser, he can be great advisor.
Surface breaker from Mecca of rock 'n' roll, he was true maker.
At first time, it was hard to spell Strummer.
People will quiver, thoughts with his music, still deliver.
I think, this magnificent singer lived by the lake or a river.

Rest in peace, Joe.

Markus, Finland

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Really shocked and saddened to hear the news. I listened to his voice a lot during high school and college with a lot of my old friends. Will miss him.

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I am deeply shocked and saddened by the news of Joes passing. I got to know Joe ( as I am a friend of Rudy Fernandez) throughout the years on his many visits to San Francisco. At this time I can only offer heartfelt condolences to the family and many friends of Joe. He will always be remembered. With loving memories Ray Hoffert

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I am in the anger/denial phase.... this sucks. The world has lost a someone who actually made it a better place to be ... T.Anderson

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Well he knew how to sing, yerknow, and they knew how to pose.
They provided the soundtrack to our lives. Chris in London

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A new band has now been formed, Joe, Ian Dury and Joey Ramone, bet they're rocking already..................................

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Farewell Joe, you inspired so many in ways you will never know.

Here is one way, I read an article back in the 80's (or there about) about how you had run a London Marathon as a sort of self-punishment for an extended bender you had been on. I remember it kind of shocked me that you were a runner. Didn't fit the stereotype I guess. I still think of that when I am in need of a little extra motivation to get out the door and run. Especially when the night before was a long one. Thanks for the inspiration and, more importantly, thanks for your music. My best to your wife and daughters. Peace.

Chris
Garden City, NY

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Joe Strummer has died, but his work will never die!

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Joe:
Your music and passion have always had a huge impact on me; I consider Sandanista one of the great all-time classic works of our modern era. Prayers go out to your wife & kids...my life is richer for having heard & seen you.

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I will greatly miss Joe. He was and will always be my favorite artist. He and the Clash helped bring me into Adulthood. I cant thank him enough for what he has done for me. I feel like some part of me has died. I own every Clash Album and every Clash single. I never got to see them in Concert and now I never will. God bless his family at this delicate time. I will miss you. Cam

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In 2002 we are in the never, never
No Joey or Dee Dee or Strummer in 2002

Forever Joe!!!!

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I can scarcely keep from crying when I think of Joe and all he's meant to me all these years. It's just terrible and I feel like shit about it.

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The wrong people are passing away. So sad.
Thanks for everything. You've been a great influence.

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I'm all lost in the supermarket. I can no longer shop happily.
Every word you sang, every note you have played rings louder now on this sad day. My condolences to the family. You mattered.

Tom Cvikota

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Our condolences to Joe's family and those immediately affected by his death.

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he'll always be a legend. his name will always be known, even to generations to come. hopefully they'll realize what a great man he was like we did. it's too bad they'll never get the chance to say they saw them perform, or even live when he lived.
i'll never forget such a legend.

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desde colombia sur america siento muchoo tu partida camarada, adios amigo

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Thanks Joe, for sharing your amazing gifts with us. "Revolution Rock," still gives me chills.

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my thoughts and prayers go out to joe's family, friends and fans. joe's spirit, humanity and sense of humor will live on through his music and all of our great memories of him. thank you joe, you will be missed but never forgotten. - b.j. casey

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It'll be some gig up in the sky with Joe, Rory Gallagher,Jimi and all the other greats dearly departed.........

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When I heard he died, it felt like punk rock died. He was just so young.

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deeply sad for what happened...
...really loved you for many years, a part of me is dead...
love
Nina

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i dont really know wot to say i was at liverpool for the last gig and it was brilliant you will allways live on
ROCK ESTA NOCHA JOE
BAZ RADFORD

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"Incredibly sad as this is, it makes you appreciate how great it all was to have seen him live and how great it is to have the music still. He was an icon in a very genuine sense, someone you could look up to and respect because he was a normal guy with very real conviction. A great figure, a huge loss, hope he keeps the leg pumping like a drill while he's playing guitar wherever he is now!" Joe.

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For changing my life in 1976, and continuing to do so up until the present day. Thank you.
You will never be forgotten.
gordon
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His music will echo throughout the ages...

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all my thoughts are with joe, his lovely family and his many friends. i feel very honoured to have been at one of his last gigs (in bridgwater) and will always treasure the memory of meeting him and his band. the clash will always be an incredably relevant, amazing band and his memory will live on both with their music and the mescaleros x

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A l'homme qui a bercé ma jeunesse, jusque maintenant. Dommage qu'il est déjà parti. Sincéres condoléances à sa famille et tous ses amis
Thierry (un fan de Belgium)

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totally gutted and cant believe hes gone, all sympathy 2 his family and friends. he was the coolest and the greatest rock star ever, THANKS.

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the only time my favoroite LP was ever in the "charts"
was when I was 14 years old and LONDON CALLING was the number one in nyc...
on the radio!!!
THANKS FOR GETTING ME THROUGH MY TEENS...ALIVE
chris hamer

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Our condolences to Joe's family and those immediately affected by his death.

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All the best Joe, you were one of the good guys - and God knows we need them.

Richard, London

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So long Joe, I love you

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I was a clash fan for about 10 years and enjoyed clash music. the death of joe strummer is huge. i am turning 25 in 8 days and it comes as a shock and i wish his family the best in such hard times right now . i am in complete shock over his death. rest in peace brother and see ya down the road.
joe strummer fan
mike mason

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I'm totally shocked. Sick to my stomach.
I can only repeat what everyone else has said:

THIS MAN SAVED MY LIFE.

When I was 15 I stumbled on a copy of "Rude Boy" at the video store.
2 hours later and NOTHING WAS EVER THE SAME AGAIN.

He was A HERO IN AN AGE OF NONE.

My hero...

Goodbye Joe.

I'd just like to say to his family how very sorry I am for your loss.
He was a very special man ... a great man.

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It's simple...Thanks for the music that changed my life

kane

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You left a legacy that will live on thru those who had the privilege of your live performances and those who knew and loved you. May you be forever at peace.

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Que dios te lleve al cielo con los grandes, el Rock se viste de negro llorando a uno de los mas gandes de Inglterra. Lo sentimos mucho...
Vale y Juli, de Argentina.

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A prince among thieves.Joe Strummer you will be forever missed.thanx for the inspiration,songs and memories.

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Great words, that was your job. Thank you for the songs and great shows. The warmth of your company and the beers. My heart felt simpathies to your family. Peace to you -Tom

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Condolences to Joe's family & friends. Joe was the voice and the heart of the greatest rock & roll band that ever hit the stage. He inspired me to pick up a guitar and he changed my life forever in so many ways. I was lucky to have talked to him a few times and he was so down-to-earth and cool. I remember holding his Red Stripe beer while he was signing autographs backstage at the Long Beach Arena. He was always my idol, my inspiration, and here I was right next to him. My greatest memory was when I talked to him at the US Festival. He just got off a helicopter and he had an acoustic guitar slung over his shoulder. He took the time to come over & talk to a group of us fans. He will be dearly missed, but his music & spirit will go on forever. RIP Joe!
Greg/Whiskey Train/Four Horsemen, Los Angeles, CA

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Je connaissais quelques trucs des Clash, sans être un grand fan... Ce qui me peine c'est la disparition de Joe Strummer qui était une personne intègre pour ce que j'en sais...
Par ailleurs, dommage qu'il n'y ait pas eu autant de répercussion pour la mort de Katrin Cartlidge...

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As a kid I loved the Clash. From The Screen on The Green gig through to the solo stuff Joe spoke to me in his songs. I guess he spoke to a lot of us. That was one of his talents. Got my Fender Tele because of you Joe. First song I learnt was the intro to Clash City Rockers. You were a great guy in life Joe and having lost my dad recently I know how your kids must feel (even if I am a parent myself now). So sorry for your family, all the best mate and thank you from the bottom of my heart.

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I can't really express how deeply my life has been changed by this man. His defiance and outrage, his keen observations, his charisma and skill. Joe Strummer's body of work will last forever. I am deeply saddened by his passing. Jeff Cooper, Portland, OR.

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Will miss you Joe -

Jeff

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HEAVEN'S CALLING. GOD BLESS

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The greatest rocker in history has gone on to greater glory!! God bless Joe! I will never forget the day I saw the Clash play in a tiny venue in my home town of Calgary, CAN. That was one of the greatest shows ever!!! We spent hours in my buddies basement listening to the Clash!! May the Lord watch over his family and give them strength! He will be missed by us all!!! reggie, calgary, alberta canada

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JOE STRUMMER DEIXA MAIS UM ESPAÇO VAZIO NA GALERIA DOS GRANDES E VERDADEIROS,MAIS UMA PERDA PRO ROCK N ROLL!!!
PERCIO FORMOSI - PR - BRASIL

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I'm just so profoundly sad and had no idea that I would be this affected. Joe Strummer and the Clash provided numerous tracks on the soundtrack of my life. Goodbye, Joe.

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love for u joe and your family

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dude im so so sad to read this when i heard about it i was so over-whelmed i cant take seein these people pass it just tears me up. he was one of the biggest influences on punk music ever. he was the mos awesome guy ever in music. may he rest in peace. he was one hell of a guy.

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Joe, You'll never be forgotten you were an insiration to todays bands and bands of the future, i'll remember forever your amazing live performances and fantastic lyrics, happy retirement mate..you've earned it!!!
My sincere condolences to Joes wife, daughters and step-daughter.xx

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Joe Strummer is the reason I started playing guitar, the reason I started writing songs, the reason I put passion into my lyrics and music instead of silly pop-qualities. I'm only glad that, even though I wasn't able to see him perform live inside at a show ever... I stood behind the Theatre Of Living Arts in Philadelphia, PA and listened to him and the Mescaleroes and was able to see him when the back door opened every once in awhile. The sound was beautiful out there, and the songs were and are timeless... All of his songs.

-Joe Homeowner

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Joe you will be sadly missed by the whole of the punk
world you have been a rock to me personally over
the past 23 years London's calling and now so is
Heaven we love you Joe Strummer

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For my generation this hits harder then Lennon. I am stunned, devastated and eternally grateful for having been around to experience The Clash and all that followed. RIP Joe. Pete, Newcastle.

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If heaven has a spliff bunker, (and if it doesn't, Joe will build one) we should all plan on meeting there one day.
love, respect and support to all
adam

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you made me think you made me cry because of you i asked the question why?
thanks joe X X X
sure is going to be strange without you.
until we meet again WAKEY.
THEE TRANSMISSIONS
ziggystardust71@netscape.net

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Rest in peace Joe. You were one of the biggest influences on my life and Im only 17. Your music was genuine, intelligent and truthful. I only saw you live once with the mesceleros but the show blew me away. You will be missed.

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Your songs will never die.

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He was the voice i grew into an adult hearing, his voice made me think of others, of a bigger picture,he definately made me a better person then and it's so sad that it should take this for me to remember that being'Grown up" is no excuse
thank you
Laurel

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Gone way too soon. His work is more relevant now, than ever.

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The young will remember, he lives on in today's teenagers' memories, just as he does in mine.

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I'm so saddened to hear the news. Joe helped shape the life and thoughts of a 15 year old me back in 1977 and has been part of my life for 25 years, he opened my eyes and ears to so many things and i am so sad today. My 2 year old daughter has been suffocated with hugs and cuddles today. My thoughts go out to his family and friends. Joe i'll miss you and thankyou. Stay Free. Chris Jameson.

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I can't stop thinking about it. Joe was..it. He was everything. He inspired all of my favorite bands to become musicians, and many others who are just now starting out in the industry. Before I can say that these bands are my favorites, I must say that the Clash are the reason. They were and probably still are the best band of all time. Because of Joe's social interests, anti-racist views, economic outlooks...just the level of awareness he had and expressed to thousands, (millions?) of people...all to make a better world. He had more of an impact in my life than most of my family. The honesty..originality..and talent..he had: untouched.
His passing is very unfortunate at any time..but most of us were looking forward to the induction ceremony this March into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame..to see the Clash play together again! A dream..maybe even a reunion tour...sigh. Though we cannot have that, we can have Joe forever. Everyone listen to the Clash tonight..any night..just help Joe's message live on. Light a candle. Start a movement of your own..always keep Joe in mind. He was amazing..a life well lived.

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Goodbye Joe. It won't be the same without you.

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The Clash crossed generational lines and the boundaries of time. I remember first listening to the clash when I was in junior high school, somewhere between fifteen to twenty years after they were released and the songs had just as great of an impact on me as they did my teachers, a few of whom saw the Clash play the year I was born. Joe Strummer's songs are timeless in message, sound, and voice. Even after his passing, he will continue to teach many young punk rockers that there is more than just nihilism and beer, there is another world out there, one full of injustice and pain, and to ignore that world is foolish. Joe Strummer spoke the truth, and that truth will live on.

Beverly

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Rest In Peace Joe... may you forever ride in that brand new cadillac in the sky... My heart goes out to your family and friends...

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where are the City Rockers now you're gone ?
We'll miss you Mr. Strummer

Ben. Paris, France

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I'm sad to hear about Joe's sudden death. But he is not gone. He will be in our minds forever
Lars J

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Joe Strummer is the reason I started playing guitar, the reason I started writing songs, the reason I put passion into my lyrics and music instead of silly pop-qualities. I'm only glad that, even though I wasn't able to see him perform live inside at a show ever... I stood behind the Theatre Of Living Arts in Philadelphia, PA and listened to him and the Mescaleroes and was able to see him when the back door opened every once in awhile. The sound was beautiful out there, and the songs were and are timeless... All of his songs.

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another piece of my heart is go away .
r.i.p.

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Joe has always been my hero -ever since I was a little kid in junior high. He was the real deal! He was the ultimate bullshit detector!
He sang out against the powers that be -with soul. He wrote about the truth and gave a voice to the whole punk rock generation. You never felt he had a big rock star ego trip. Joe Strummer sang for YOU -if you had half a brain and wanted to start a riot of your own.
And that's why so many people embraced his music. I will miss him.
He will always be my hero. Joe Strummer Lives!
devoted fan for life,
Benjamin Cartel.

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I grew up listening to The Clash, they were the soundtrack of my formative years. Now there's one less person on earth making decent music. Music that has verve and heart, not this mass produced- souless crap that invades our airwaves. It is a damn shame. May he rest in peace, he will be deeply missed.
Christina Continelli
San Diego, California USA

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Shocked, gutted! I grew up with Joe and the Clash and they're still a big part of my life. I feel totally empty and lost.

Mike Kettlewell

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I am deeply saddened to here about the death of Joe. I was introduced to Strummers and the Clashs music about a year back and love it. I only managed to see Joe live once a few months back. I am sure the memory of the talent that was Joe Strummer will live on in all of us.

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Joe will forever live in my heart and soul........here's to rockin' the girls and boppin' on the boys. I can't stop thinking how important this man was. Have a big party up in heaven (not only here). The Neace family grieves. We love You !
Mark Neace CCRocker

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Complete Control, White Man in Hammersmith Palais, Clash City Rockers, All the young punks...on and on. The Clash were the greatest singles band ever. RIP Joe

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I am deeply saddened by the passing of Joe Strummer, and although I never knew him personally, the Clash remains a daily inspiration for me. I send my sincerest condolences to all his fans, but more importantly to his wife and three daughters. Over the last couple of years I have lost two close family members and I understand there is nothing that anyone can really say to ease the pain of this type of loss. I would say to his family, just know there are millions grieving along side you, even though most of us never knew him on the same level that you did. We will miss you Joe, no question about it.

Sincerely,

Justin Roberts
Detroit, Michigan, USA.

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always so good on stage !

sorrow day

we'll miss you
Olivier / Paris

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World lost a great music genius, but his work will live on forever in our hearts!

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I walked a few blocks with him once..& as we walked, he told me about Bob Marley...and I laughed at him because he was walking so damn fast I couldn't keep up!..& he told me.." If you walk fast enough,only the people
worth talking to will keep up with ya"...He then looked at me and said.."I think Bob Marley said that"...see ya Joe, Go with Gods Speed
Keefer

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Shocked, saddened, distraught. This man put the poetry into punk. We shall miss him. My thoughts are with his family.

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Un saludo desde españa.london burning!!

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From the earliest Clash releases, tours in LA at the Palladium, the Walker soundtrack, the Pogues, and the Mescaleros, I've been in inpsired by Joe Strummer...this is one sad day.

May the long time sun shine upon you
all love surround you
and the pure light within you,
guide your way on...

En paz,
Victoria

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Your life will never be forgotten. Nothing can be said beyond, thank you for being a good man

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Respect Joe !

Love & Peace !

Regards,
Bengt

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Strange. I was at a party last night and I just started quoting Joe from "Mystery Train" which I haven't seen in a decade. I don't know why I'm so sad...even B.A.D. ceased producing relevant music years ago. Nobody can say how music would be without the Clash. We do know how unpretentious, earnest and meaningful it can be because of The Clash.

"Okay, okay. Don't push us when we're hot!"
tjenkins.nyc

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What a loss!!!!
We'll miss you.

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Oh, Joe, Our hearts are broken.

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The inspiration & influence Joe Strummer & The Clash has given me over the years is priceless, and I can't even put it into words. I'm deeply saddened by this loss, but he will live on for me in all of the awesome music he's created over the years. Rest in peace, Joe!

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The Clash changed my life and I always wanted to be Joe Strummer. I'm deeply saddened and thankful for the music he has left behing.

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What a horrible day. My heart goes out to Joe's wife and children,
and all the Joe and Clash fans all over the world. "You can be a hero in an era of none." Joe was our hero. That's all I can find to say for now.
--Scott Briggs, Queens NYC

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a great loss, a wonderful musician and a thoughtful, articulate person. the clash totally re-defined what music was to me and my love of music continues unabated, inspired by his innovative approach to music and the unique creative team that was the clash. best wishes and our thoughts are with his family, friends and fellow musicians who must be reeling at the loss of one of the 'greats' - he made his mark and we will all always have the music. let's hope there is a worthy and dignified re-union concert of some sort to mark this sad loss.

best wishes

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We´re really sad that a great man has left us. Our hearts are with the family and friends of Joe.
We will miss you!

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My message is like so many others - I grew up with the Clash. I am so very sorry for the loss of this great man. My memories will live on.

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joe was a great human being who is and will be missed by people all over the world. we love you

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Great Musician & Great Influence

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Another Dead Hero.
A huge influence in my own work, the world is less for having lost him.
Total Control Joe,
.G.§.

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good bye joe

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Va en paix, Joe ......

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What a very sad day.Another of my hero's gone
1st IAN DURY then KIRSTY MAcCOLL then STUART ADAMSON
now JOE STRUMMER.
Im sure there all having a great time together
LONG LIVE THE CLASH
JOE STRUMMER R.I.P.
Kevin Ford. Edinburgh

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You will be missed, thanks for the great music and message!

- Tim Naylon

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RIP Joe Strummer. Music has lost one of the greatest orators for a voice of a generation. Culturally significant, the way in which The Clash spoke to people from all backgrounds and touched us with the lyrics and music of an era. Only now he is gone will we realise what we have lost. A true icon, worthy of all the respect and retrospective musings that will follow this sad news. May my sincere condolences go to all who knew him and to his family. Peace (Anth Osborne, Newcastle)

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Joe's music and views were the greatest force in the devlopment of my own
musical taste and political outlook. The Clash introduced my to a world
of extrodinary music and Joe's lyrics introduced me to the abuses of power
that go on in this world. Music has lost a genius and the people of the
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Joe was one of the truly great rock and rollers. I saw joe every time he came into my town and he never dissapointed. God Bless Joe Strummer.

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Thanks Joe, you'll be never forget. Rest well and rock the sky now. Mournifully, Benoit, Quebec City, Quebec, Canada

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A great man has left this earth! It's sad cos we need his straight and honest words in this strange and dark time. Give me a safe European home. R.I.P Joe Strummer
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An inspiration for a young punk who's now an older radical. Joe's music inspired me and kept me going thorugh bad an good.
He will be missed. - Greg Pason

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Another Great Rock legend leave us
So Long Joe

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Lo siento en el alma...Nos veremos seguro.

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Joe Strummer significó para mi el descubrimiento de la música rock cuando yo tenía 15 años. Desde entonces, han transcurrido otros 15 y siempre llevé la música de The Clash en mi corazón, y siempre la llevaré.

JOE STRUMMER FOREVER, GOODBYE GOOD FRIEND

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Thanks for everything, Joe. You've been an inspiration and role model and totally cool. I'll miss you.
Joanne Manees

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Once saw you in Amsterdam at the Free Tibet-festival.


Only the Good Die Young.


Cheers, Martijn Achterop from The Netherlands.

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Deepest sympathies offered - and thanks given for the live of a truly creative and inspirational human being.

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Hasta siempre, Amigo

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We can't believe it. The world will definitely seem emptier without you. We will miss your integrity, fire and spirit.

Your friends since 1976,
Julie and Julie,
Bolton,
Greater Manchester,
England,
U.K.

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Lo siento en el alma...Nos veremos seguro.

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In 1976 I bought The Clash's first album and that was it! I have lot of memories bout The Clash. In 1979 The Clash had a festival gig in Finland, but my dad denied me to go, even I was almost 17 then. Well, my dad died at the end of November in 2002 and now Joe is gone. Here's two person who really influenced me and my life. Rest in peace, both of you.

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Joe's family and friends,

I am saddened today with this news, but my deepest condolences are with you. He changed many lives for the better and brought a change in music that no one has ever met with such passion. RIP Joe, you will be missed.

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He was my hero, our hero. Thank you for everything Joe. See you.

Michele

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Hey Joe, I saw a shining star tonight. First I thought of Jesus, then suddenly I realized: It was God our Father who was smiling. Finally there will be music in heaven!!!!! But earth feels empty....

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I´m a big Clash Fan. Some can say, maybe #1 in Brazil. For me, today my top music idol passed away. My dream was one day see all the 4 Clash members together. I could pay an oversea air ticket for that. Surely, it could be my nicest moment in music. But for all the people like us, who once heard and understood the meaning of all Strummer taught us (politically, about love, feelings, friendship), Clash and his ideas will live forever. Long Live Joe Strummer, my idol.

Bruno, 27, Sao Paulo - Brazil

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we will miss you , joe
fans from poland

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Too sad. My condolences to the family. r.i.p. Joe...
Minneapolis

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A huge part of my youth has just left me.

You'll be missed

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I remember when i was 4 years old and my big brother taught me all the words to all the Clash songs. You have a special place in our hearts Joe. RIP.

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We all miss Joe very much. The Clash is THE band for me and I saw Joe playing with the Mescaleros in Provinssirock, Finland. Rest in peace Joe.

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a part of me died today as well. joe stummer is my idol and the clash one of the greatest influences in my life! the clash will always remain 'the only band that matters'

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ROCK THE CASBAH!!!! Give our regards to John, George, Brian, Jimi, Jim, Janis, Cass, Keith, etc. RIP.

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So sad to hear. The Clash meant so much to me, I still think it's the best band ever. Bye, Joe.
Eva

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DEAREST JOE:You changed my life.Though the years have passed,You are ALWAYS in my heart.You will be never forgotten.
Thank you so much for all you have done for us.
Go easy,Stay Free ,From TOKYO

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siempre sera la influencia mas importante de mi vida musical.un icono del rock que nos enseño a muchos lo que era ser honesto y sincero.
desde buenos aires
argentina

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I'm gutted. One of the biggest influences of my life. I dug out my 1st Clash album the other day and was so reinspired I went and bought a Telecaster. Condolances to the family.

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My sincere condolences to Joe's family. He was an all-round superb guy.His music will live on. As Billy Bragg said earlier today, "not only did he walk the walk he talked too." When today's manufactured garbage eventually fade away, Joe's music will still live on as it does today - a mark of his talent. I saw him last month play a storming gig at Edinburgh - White Riot, Bankrobber, Police on my Back and Rudi Can't Fail sounded as fresh as they did when released as they did that night. More importantly, they still had meaning.
Thank you Joe.

Matt

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I am beside myself with grief. I saw The Clash at the Santa Monica Civic Center in the late 70s and it was one of the best shows of my life. I have been a fan ever since.

God bless Joe and his family. He will live on in my heart for ever.

Daniel Loeb

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Crecí junto a tu música. Hoy algo de mi también se fue. Vamos a extrañarte Joe. En alguna parte nos seguiremos encontrando.
Desde Argentina (un lugar donde nunca estuviste aunque siempre has estado).
Marcelo Wolff

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Rest in peace. We and God know you are a good man. Too bad you left so soon. Dave

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As many people, you got me into music and political conciousness. We met last spring in a parisian hotel for an interview for Radio Nova. And you were the most wonderful person in the world... I'll miss you, even if I didn't know you well.
Rest in Peace, my thoughts go to your family... And please for once, betray your words, and don't go to hell, boy.

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I send my love to his family at this time of the hoilday it is hard.
He was too young to die but somebody said it was his time. Frist Joey Ramone and now Joe.
I miss you Joe.....

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well it is this kind of situation when no word is expressable.
without him, i would be a different person.
thank you joe.
ronny, berlin, germany

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Joe Strummer and the Clash were important to me. I am greatly saddened to learn that he is no longer with us.

I saw the band twice when they come to Toronto (once at the Music Hall and once at the Okeefe Centre). Both shows were rivetting. I had the opportunity to meet him at the Okeefe Centre performance. I am still known as such a Clash fan that my stepdaughter recently bought me the Westway to the World DVD.

I was looking forward to the release of the third Mescaleros CD. The world has lost not only a great talent but also an important voice.

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Goodbye Joe,
you like Joey and Dee Dee where an inspiration to all that we hear today

Peace
Davy

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Thank you Joe. Your music, your lyrics, your sensitivities and your passion have had a profound impact on my personal evolution. You helped shape the lenses through which I see the world. I am so very grateful to you for opening my eyes to the world. Rest in peace.

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Joe impacted my life in so many positive ways. He said what I felt and made it seem ok. I think a great deal of my values as an adult took root in listening to Joe's music. I know I am a better person because of Joe and that he made a very positive difference n my life and the lives of so many. I don't think there can be any greater gift that Joe could have left for us. He will be dearly missed but his impact will live on.

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joe gracias por lo que nos dejaste lamentablemente uno de mis deseos ers ir a escucharte en vivo pero ya no va a ser asi ,tengo mucha pena y no se como expresarlo ,gracias por lo que nos dejaste tu mayor legado tu musica te escribo desde chile un pais lejos de donde tu estabas pero aqui tambien te escuchamos por siempre .bruno rocha........................gracias por todo ,joe mandale saludos a janito y cantale tus nuevas canciones

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Thank you, Joe !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tim

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i am soo sorry to hear of this i can hardly type anything. joe was my child hero since i was 7 and i feel like even though i nevr met him personally, i knew him.
my prayers to him and his family...
-Kris

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Words just can't express of how heavy my heart is at the passing of Joe Strummer. His music influenced and Inspired so many. Thru his music he not only spoke out of what was wrong in the world he inspired others to speak out against the injustices of the world.

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The Clash changed everything for me. Passionate, human, humane and riven by the same internal/external struggles we all have. Mick and Joe exemplified that tension. What grand good fortune that they reunited on stage last month. What a genuinely good man and great rock'n'roller.

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I'm just crushed. The music of the Clash, and Joe Strummer has meant so much to me through the years. I really identified myself with much of their work. Thank God we have Joe's legacy, his music, to keep us going through the years.

We'll miss you
Tom Yaglowski

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The world has lost a good one...

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what can i say except im gutted
condolances to his family.
such a loss

jonny

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Strummer was an amazing man who played amazing music. He was a man who filled my life with indescribeable joy. Thank you very much for the years of joy and the many to come.

-Ryan

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The only thing that kept me going at my first, mind-numbing job 20 years ago was listening to Working for the Clampdown. The values that Joe Strummer captured in his art are more important today than they ever were. He will be fondly remembered, and the deepest condolences to his family and friends. Marianne, Washington, D.C.

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Joe: gracias por todo lo que dejaste. Gracias por cargar la guitarra como un fusíl y ponerle letra a la música de miles de almas. Vamos a extrañarte mucho.
José Pascual

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joe gracias por lo que nos dejaste lamentablemente uno de mis deseos ers ir a escucharte en vivo pero ya no va a ser asi ,tengo mucha pena y no se como expresarlo ,gracias por lo que nos dejaste tu mayor legado tu musica te escribo desde chile un pais lejos de donde tu estabas pero aqui tambien te escuchamos por siempre .bruno rocha........................gracias por todo ,joe mandale saludos a janito y cantale tus nuevas canciones

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We'll miss you, Joe. You made great music.

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We will never forget!!!

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A Clash volt az elso igazi zenekar szamomra, nyugodj bekeben Joe!
Zsolt
Budapest, Hungary

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I'm Clash fanatic since I'm 12. I've discovered music with Sandinista and The Clash has changed my life.
Strummer was a really good man, down to earth and openminded. A real mate...
I'm feeling like if I'd lost someone of my own family. Tears are dropping...
R.I.P.

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No way to ever really express how much he influenced me. I didn't go to school. Didn't need to because I had Joe and the Clash to show me the world and open my eyes. Always kept a positive and uncynical attitude towards life because of them. As El Buc on the BAD site said..."he made everything he did look cool!" I had the opportunity to meet him several times and once shook his hand and thanked him for all that he had done for me. It seemed kind of over dramatic at the time. I'm so glad now that I had the chance to do that. My heart goes out to his family and all who touched by him.

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joe will be sorely missed especially in march2003..............im glad i saw joe at st anns in april,he always took time to talk to his fans,im happy i talked with him that night..............i was at bonds 8 of those crazy nights in nyc, memories to be cherished......we still have his music


del , rutherford nj

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Inspirational figure who will be deeply missed. My deepest sympathy to his family and all who knew such a great man.

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Thoughts go out to Joes family. The clash were the major influence on my life...i just cant believe Joe has gone. I sit here listening to my Mescaleros LP and just wish this hadnt happened. Im pretty sure Joe is drinking a cool beer now with Joey Ramone, Dee dee, and Ian Dury...God bless you Joe !

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You rocked! R.I.P

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I'm very sad and devistated that you're gone. Ever since I was 3, my parents always played Clash records for me and I'd always asked them to play the same records over and over. It was great meeting you in Chicago in 2001 at the Tower Record store and at the Metro. You've been the best musical, poetic and political influence to me. thank you very much. I'll miss you.
Love, Naomi Chicago, IL

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a la memeoire d'un des plus grands innovateurs punks que l'histoire ait connue. je suis simplement emu par la perte de Joe. Son travail, son art s'exprimant au dela des categories restera grave a jamais dans mon coeur. Repose en paix. Salut a toi le Clash city Rocker !

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We have all lost a talented, intelligent and thought provoking human being... we will miss you Joe. Your music had a profound effect on us growing up in the early eighties. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Strummer family at this time.

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Joe YOU ARE MY GUITAR HERO!

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"Each generation must invent its own cure for the blues" used to say Joe. Today, we have to invent something very strong to throw away the deepest blues. Thank you Joe for the hope, strength, energy and freedom you gave us all. Rest in peace up in the heaven. We'll never forget you. Sincere thoughts to Luce and the girls. Be proud !

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YOU WHERE THE BEST JOE,I HAVE GOOD MEMERIES OF SEEING THE CLASH AT THE LONDON LYCEM BACK IN 1978 WHEN I WAS ONLY 16, AND I AM STILL ENJOYING LISTENING TO YOUR MUSIC NOW. VERY SADDDENED TO HEAR THE NEWS TODAY. GOD BLESS YOU MATE.

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I grew up listening to The Clash because they were my fathers favorite bands. I am in my 20s now and still love The Clash as well as Joe Strummer and the Mescaleros...We are sad to see this great man pass away, but fortunate that his words and his music will live on forever. Condolences to the family and friends of Joe Strummer.

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Your music changed my life. Ill miss ya!
Bye Joe...................
Bob Vespaziani

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25 years of inspiration and beliefs. Thanks.

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Ode to Joe. I thank you for being more then a musician by provoking and stimulating my intellect and not just catchy choruses. I discovered the Clash at age 13, in 1979 in Rolling Stone Magazine. I lived in rural Ohio where the Clash was not known. I had to drive 1/2 hour to Canton to buy all of the albums. Those albums enabled me to learn about socioeconomic and political conditions that I would not learn of from the US press. Joe taught me to listen to, think of, and work for others, especially those not as financially fortunate as me. Joe got me interested in politics, at least political thought, taught me to question what my government and press told me, & opened my eyes at an early impressionable age. The benefits of which have made me a better person, inspired me to attend law school where I took every First Amendment course available and provided me with a guiding spirit that motivates me today, and for the rest of my life, to support the underprivileged, speak out against what I dont believe, and not to sell out for a higher paying job but to hold true to my roots utilizing my education and skills to work for a better world. Joe succeeded in reaching Middle America and beyond in many ways that have helped to make for a better world. Joe was one of the few famous persons I have ever admired and Im grieved by the loss of my friend.

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Joe Strummer was my hero since a long time. I saw him first time with Clash when I was 11. We will miss you!

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I dont claim to be the biggest fan, but Joes influence on me is still ever-present. Rock n roll, yall!

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its shocking! The Clash were my political teachers...im very sad

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Its sad to lose a kind, thoughtful, excitedm enthusiastic voice in this world. The ferocity of much of his music was balanced by a kindness and dentility that I saw in person. My condolences to his family. Scott Watson

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Je viens dapprendre la nouvelle du décès de Joe. Jen suis complètement chaviré. The Clash fut un groupe majeur pour moi et la présence de Joe Strummer en spectacle est quelque chose qui ne soublie pas. Merci pour toute cette oeuvre musicale, pour ces spectacles et pour létat desprit qui sen dégageait et qui fut important pour toute une génération dafficiado de la musique. On noubliera jamais. Paul-Marcel

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Thank you for changing my life. Joe, I miss you. - Ilkka -

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hey r.i.p joe strummer we will never forget you and your music.your music was kick ass.

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i was too young for the Clash first time around but the music Joe made was a joy to all . The way he educated ppl with his lyrics was a God Send . Rock lost a Legend today but like all Legends e will live forever . VIVA Joe Strummer Mescalero !!!

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Salve sono Alex dallItalia lunica cosa che posso fare per ricordare Joe Strummer e lasciare la sua voce cantare e la sua chitarra suonare nel mio cd e anche nel mio cuore...

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Ive bought my first Telecaster because of you, Joe. Please, r.i.p.
Riccardo, Italy

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Joe Strummer, your energy, love of music and dedication will forever
inspire generations to come. My daughter, who is five, loves dancing to bankrobber. This is the voice.

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Good Luck to his family, may a piece of rock history rip

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I am deeply sorry for your loss. Joe was an inspiration to many and his talent and creative expression will never be forgotton. I had the pleasure of seeing him perform and it is a memory that I will cherish forever. Joe Strummer is the Elvis of punk!

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I discovered the Clash through D. Boon and the Minutemen, and like his death 17 years ago, this one leaves me saddened, shocked, etc. Though no longer with us, his music, ideals, leadership will always live inside us. Thanks

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JOE THANK YOU... ESPERO QUE ALGUN DIA NOS ENCONTREMOS EN EL CIELO Y FINALMENTE PUEDA CONOCERTE. NUNCA TE OLVIDARE Y VIVIRAS POR SIEMPRE CADA DIA QUE ESCUCHE TU MARAVILLOSA OBRA MUSICAL QUE NOS LEGASTE. HASTA SIEMPRE AMIGO. PABLO de Argentina...

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I cant believe it... I just cant believe it. His music will live on forever... forever

kels

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We miss you Joe.

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We have lost a punk legend who shaped the world of music. He will be missed and mourned by all who enjoyed his talents on and off stage. My heart goes out to his family and friends.

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Deepest sympathies to this great mans family. Joe never sold-out and was a huge influence on my teenage years and therefore my politicol and social beliefs. London has finally called.The world is a poorer place today. Gone but he will never be forgotten as great people and great music transcend the ages. Andy Relf

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Joes music conviction and passion were transmitted to me as a young man in the late 70s and early 80s. Here was a band that SAID something. Joe taught me to have opinions and back them up. He taught me not to listen to what I was told, but to find answers myself.

He was a good man and I wont forget him

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Good bye, God Bless

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Merci à Joe sans qui la musique et donc ma vie naurait pas été la meme. Bye Joe. Stephane-Paris-France

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mis condolencias a la familia de joe desde aqui chile

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I love you, Joe.

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Thanks Joe: You made something very special for the music. My condolences for his family, frinds and ex-partners. Siempre te recordaremos. DD from Madrid

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I was never able to see the Clash live but I was talking to a friend last Saturday that I was so glad that I had the chance to see Joe perform with the Pogues, back in 91. You will always be one of my heroes. My deepest condoleances go out to your family! Stay Free!!

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cant believe the news. only know that wherever youve gone, its to a better place. your music and your attitude changed my life forever. thank you joe, and my deepest condolences to all your family and friends, of whom i was, and remain, one... mark, now in tel aviv, once of notting hill

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Hearing the Clash changed my life. This is a very sad day for music. ~Denver, CO

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Sad to see you go, Joe. So much more to give. My deepest condolances to the family. Mats, Sweden

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i cant stop crying.

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JOE sos la persona màs grande que existio en la Tierra. Nunca moriràs para m+i porque tu recuerdo siempre estarà vivo. THAnk YOU JOE. punKS NOT DEAD

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Joe Strummer - you were the main man in the best rocknroll band ever.I first saw The Clash at Manchester Apollon in 1977 and I saw Joes last gig in Liverpool last month.He was as good as ever.R.I.P.

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Joe you brought a lot of cheer to my life, Many of memories made to your music. You will be missed.

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Joes life affected many people in ways even he wouldnt have imagined. He will be missed. Our condolences to his family and loved ones.

Inder

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Genius. Huge loss. The biggest rock n roll star to die in years and I include Harrison and Cobain. Never will we see a more honest decent man in music again. Good luck Joe wherever you are

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Let us this Christmas, celibrate the joy that Joe brought to millions the world over with his brilliance. I am sure he will be looking down on us all with a wonderfull wide grin, in the knowlage that he was a leading light in the lives of so many of us.

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TOP BLOKE, HIS MUSIC WILL LIVE ON FOREVER. MAY HE REST IN PEACE. JC BURNLEY.

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i all fall a part when we heard the new we getting drunk for you tonight stay proud stay free stay punx we will miss you urban chaos from france

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Joe, You did good, brother. For many years you did me and a lot of people I know a hell of a lot of good. Well always be singing and yelling along with ya! Well never forget.

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Rest in peace and beauty, Joe. Those who you leave behind will miss you. jan, carson ca

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i was so saddened when i heared that Joe Strummer passed. To his wife and children: know that he was loved deeply the whole world over. My thoughts are with you.

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Joe was the one person who influenced me more than anyone ever - both musically and politically. I am grateful for the chance I had to see him perform with the Pogues a couple of times in 1991. You will be sadly missed. Thanks Joe. Dominic Lloyd, Dawson City Yukon, Canada

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Joe and his work with The Clash opened me up to the world outside my narrow little focus. I always hoped that our paths would cross some day, that I could sit down with him, buy him a beer and tell him how much of the person that I am now is directly as a result of him. Ill never have that chance now.

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STILL IN OUR HEARTS FOR LONG TIME ONE OF THOSE FIGHTERS FOR PEOPLES FREEDOM ONLY GOOD PEOPLE DIE, BASTARDS STILL LIVE PUNKS NOT DEAD

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Rest in peace to my teenage rolemodel, I feel too empty now to comment. Lorenzo Milelli, Amsterdam The Netherlads...rock on in the heavens...

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What a horrible day... Joe Strummer was THE reason the punk group/social advocacy organization the SRTT was formed... Joe, we love you and miss you already... keep fighting the good fight, wherever you may be.peace.

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LONDON CALLING!! I would just like to say how sad and shocked I was to hear of Joes death but boy, what a legacy of great music hes left us. Thank you Joe.

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Thanks Joe for inspiration you gave me, helped me shape my world view and recognise injustice. Unfortunately your message is needed more than ever. Stay free

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Our condolences to Joe's family and those immediately affected by his death

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My deepest sympathy for the loss of a great man. His spirit and music will live on.

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youll always be the best, joe. ill miss you. Thank you for the fantastic music you have maid and the wonderful lyricks. Ill always rock the casbah for you

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I'm speechless... Ill miss him! A great musician and a great bloke has left us. Rest in Peace Joe!

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Joe Strummer was my hero.

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More than anyone else, Joe Strummer taught me what music could be. Without him I would still be stuck listening to crappy pop/punk from the ninties. The Clash were the best band ever bar none, and their music will go on forever. I will certainly miss Joe.

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Wow - Im stunned - Ill always be thankful for how the Clash and Mescaleros songs make me have feelings on so many levels - thanks for the music and memories Joe - youll be missed - peace to your family.

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Im devastated!..All my Heroes are gone now. I met Joe in Detroit years ago, and last year had the chance to sit and talk with him for a few hours in Phx,Az. I also hung out with him in Vegas at a little bar in the Casino, he is one of the few people in music ive met that has so much to give others. My deepest and most heart felt sorrow & sadness to those who have known him, and my respect for his life and music will never deminish.

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A sad, sad day. But his amazing music lives on. Thank you, Joe Strummer. So much.

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Joe was the voice of rock and truth and love. His attitude and music changed my life. Love to his family.

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Joe will be greatly, greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to him and his. Brian

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I am as saddened today as i was when lennon and harrison passed away. may you rest in peace.

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Thank you Joe. So long!

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There were so few that made a genuine difference; and they aint makin the likes of Joe no more. Really sad news today. Steve Morris

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When I woke up this morning I never thought Id hear that the guy I looked up to was gone. He changed music forever and changed my world forever. He will NEVER be forgotten. My deepest sympathies go out to his family. we all lost something great today. Much Love.

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What a great loss. His role as the main force behind punk rock’s greatest albums cannot be overestimated. And few from his generation can match his artistic vitality and how prolific he was these last years. I saw him play live at a tiny club in Barcelona just a few years ago, and I’ll never forget standing right under his microphone stand during the whole show, closer than any camera could ever get. He made his mark long ago; people like him make the world a better place.

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Joe shaped my life. I strung a guitar round my neck and howled at the moon. I read Che Guevarra. I learnt.

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My deepest symphaty to Joes family. My thoughts will be with you! I will miss Joe for his great work. He will never be forgotten!

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you mean more than you could ever possibly know. thank you.