Our Condolences
In Remembrance of Joe Strummer:
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cuando manuel llego ayer a casa y me contó la noticia no supe que decir, no supe que hacer...
asi funciona al tiempo de manera caprichosa, robandonos afecto y sin medir las consecuencias
supe de garcia lorca y conoci brixton gracias a sus melodias
y seguramente se seguiran abriendo mas caminos ...
para ti joe lo mejor en tu nueva residencia...
greetings from smallTown, i will miss you
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I cannot beggin to describe how I feel right now. Joe was my role model in life. His honesty and integrity shone like a beacon in a world of shame. He was the best freind that i,d never met. Even though i.d never met him I felt that I knew him. My missus left me in 2000 and my world fell apart. Shee left me with two teenagers to bring up but I still had Joe,s uplifting music to turn to. Me and my mates saw The Clash ten plus times and the new band six tmes, the last beins Sheffield on the last but one night of his last tour. Joe was fantastic and has rarely looked happier. The Mascalero,s were begining to gel into a gang. Just like The Clash. Deepest sympathy to Luce and the kids, they have got to feel worse than I do. Christmas is cancelled this year. I.ll never forget you Joe my brother and my inspiration. STRAIGHT TO HEAVEN.
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The Clash was (and still is) a mainstay in my musical experience. Joe Strummer demonstrated that politically propelled "pub rock" can sell and indeed stand the test of time through sheer insight, musicianship, and talent. He will be sadly missed. My wife and I thank the all of The Clash for helping us survive the 70's and 80's. Our prayers are always with Joe Strummer and his family.
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god bless joe strummer
a voice of truth and inspiration in life he enlightened and entertained the world with poetry and music in death he leaves his legacy like a prophet and teacher. our goal now is to try to make up for his loss by sharing in our own lives , what we got from him. thank you so much joe.
merry christmas
joe kidd
usa
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joe,
tu nous laisses là au bord de la route à l'aube de cette année 2003
mais avec ta musique nous allons continuer à résister, à résister à big brother qui nous promets la guerre et l'ordre nouveau, mondial et universel, uniforme et intolérant
tu nous manques déjà
manu
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At 44 I should be too old for idols but Joe was my hero. A big part of the person i am today is due to his influence. I'm shocked and deeply saddened by the news. My thoughts will be with his wife and family this Christmas.
Thanks for everything Joe
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Thank you Joe. You inspired me in ways that no other could. Although we never met, it was a small comfort simply knowing that you were alive in our world. You are appreciated, and you will be missed.
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What can I say,so sad today.As we all say,Joe and the band changed our lives,thank God,I cannot imagine how I would have turned out had it not been for listening and seeing Joe and the boys sing and play.
Hopefully now he will get the recognition he deserves,I just hope the man really knew what he meant to so many people.
Us old punks are down and licking our wounds at the moment,but we will bounce back like a skyscraper,up an up ,im not giving up.
I have a sack ful of scrap books from 78 till today,looks like I can stop collecting now.I had hoped to give them to Joe one day as a way of expressing my gratitude,maybe now they will go to the grandkids when im old and grey.
My sincere sympathies to Joes wife and children and family,and particularly to his fans worldwide,we are all grieving together guys.....
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Comrade joe still with us. Hasta siempre
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Dreadful news. Like millions of others, I lived in hope of one day stumbling across the man, shaking hands, buying him a pint, saying thanks etc. Hugely frustated not to see Joe in his later incarnations, but so glad to have access to a host of Clash tracks which have aged remkarkably well. I'll take Straight to Hell and the cover of Armagideon Time as the best, but so many others.
RIP and all the rest of it, but keep rocking and telling the truth wherever you are.
Chris Simpson
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An Affectionate Tribute to Joe Strummer. Joe was the greatest "White English Punk Rock 'n' Roller".
The best rocker of all time. Sort of a Super Elvis-Lennon.
101ers. Already there, his unique desire and special capabilities to rock better and stronger than anyone impressed Mick Jones so much that this triggered the birth of "The Band That Has Mattered the Most Since The Beatles?". Listen to his "drowning" or "chocking" himself on his own to the limit, singing Five Star Rock 'N' Roll. Unrepeatable.
The Clash. The Only Band that Really Mattered, from 1976 - 1984, and I was raised with the Beatles. Joe was authentic, as Lennon was; he was the most powerful rocker ever, and if he had been American they would have capatulted him, commercially, far beyond Bruce Springsteen. Bruce has energy, but no one has even been such a true rocker as Joe has been. With The Clash, leading the band most of the time, he created, having gone "back to the roots", as all true top artistic forms do, something which may be repeated every twenty or thirty years. The Pistols signaled the way, but Joe, with Mick, took the only true rock revival to the greatest heights possible. Touring wore them out.
Solo work.
Minstrel Boy alone should earn Joe a special place as a composer. This song only is better than Mull of Kentyre, which is the best think McCartney has done since 1970.
Punk Rock Blues.
What a great unpretentious song. So much melody with so few resources. Three chords but lots of music. That western sound.....That perfect lead in the middle.....
It's a Rocking World.
Who can rock this strongly and happily? Only Joe. With Joe everything is always authentic. "there ain't nothing fake about it". There was never anything fake about him. He belived strongly in everything he did.
Shouting Street.
Starts with some great singing, then goes into his unique shouting. Always unpretentious, but getting to that high level that apparently only he could achieve for the last thirty years or so.
Gangsterville.
Talk about sophistication. With very few chords, but with many chord changes on this song, yet keeping it rather simple. What about the perfectly placed marimba instrument. All of a sudden the song sounds sort of Mexican or Latin American. And then he just knew where to place a strong but musical lead guitar, as he does here, with Zander Schloss. Just finding someone to replace the fine leads of Mick Jones was a difficult task in itself. Only his talent could find the right guitarist, and he succeedeed here as well.
Sleepwalk.
If I want to listen to a great Mexican song I can listen to this one. During his stay in Mexico (I was also in Mexico City, as Joe was, when the 1957 earthquake made us so scared). Listen to the mexican guitars, as Los Lobos La Bamba's ending, which is the authentic La Bamba version, at the end of the song. Wow!
Junco Partner.
About three versions solo, but my favourite is that acoustic one, where he calls himself a White English Punk Rock 'N' Roller. At 51, this year, I had to pick up my guitar and learn it, and seemed to be about the only thing I really wanted to play and sing. "So I come to Milano, tried to get people moving....Don't see no rhythm...in a rainy town".
War Cry.
A pure sophisticated instrumental.... from a singer and guitar strummer (the way he played guitar, nearly always "strumming" the strings. Even my yougsters are crazy about it. What a powerful and modernistic song, with some electronics. A sound of its times. Joe never got stuck in the past. Those strong chords, with the electronic backing, and with the drums backing. Wow! As The Beatles at their peak, while doing Sargeant Peppers.
I do not know if the guitar work is from him or from Schloss but it does not matter.
Evil Darling.
The desert comes into my mind and we have a western masterpiece. That slide guitar so perfectly placed. Again a melodic song, with dramatic touches. The perfectly placed whisting... "The "Señoritas" you befriended....."(This reference to Mexico, everytime he could). One of many great "mexican western" songs.
Love Kills.
Dramatic title and strong and dramatic music, to illustrate the tragedy of Syd Vicious and Nancy, with such original sounds and strength. Who could do this like Joe? No one. Again his mind in Mexico.
Pressure Drop.
How can any one get a band going with such strength and authenticity.
Joe's strength or power came so naturally to him, and he could do such wonders with such simple songs as this one, like no one else. On the other hand, how could he do, also, things like Minstrel Boy, (an anthem really), or Punk Rock Blues? Only Lennon could do something similar. A high speed reggae, turned into a great strong rock song. There is a special northern mexican musical instrument near the end, called the "redoba", which is a wooden box which the musician ties to his belly, and the box is struck with drum sticks. A first one from Joe. Northern Mexicans should be proud of this.
The brooding side of madness.
Another insrumental absolute masterpiece, from this genius.
(You can get Walker's CD and Earthequake Weather CDs on ebay.com. I only have three Walkers, at USD 100.00 apiece and about six Earthquake CDs, all used).
The unknown immortal.
"Dale mis saludos....y mis recuerdos". For all you folks who do not know Spanish: "Give (him or her) my regards...and recollections". Another favourite Mexican song. The words "gringo army" may have made it very easy for him to get renewals of his US visa, for sure. The mexican mariachi trumpets are placed so well.....Then a western harmonica...then a perfectly placed slide guitar. Wow!!!, wow!!!, wow!!!
Tropic of Pico.
Same as above. A perfect mexican oriented song, with the correct incorporation of a slide guitar. Do you know what the mexican country side is like? Listen to Joe Strummer, to picture it in your imagination. (I am a mexican, in case you have not been able to tell by now). We could go on an on, reviewing every Clash song, and every Solo and Mesclaleros (misspelled by Joe probably on purpose) song. Mezcal is a liquor, closely related to tequila, but a bit more exotic, or less commercialised. So it should have been Mezcaleros, but from Joe we would accept "anything".
I guess those of us who have known Joe, through his music, would like the whole world to listent to this also, but it is a pity that most people just have bad taste, so Joe alone could never be a commercial success, like groups and individuals I rather not mention. The success with The Clash was more than deserved. After rethinking rock/pop since the fifties, I rate The Clash as the number one band of all, followed closely by The Beatles, The Kinks, Cream, & The Byrds. Then by The Yardbirds, Blind Faith, Jefferson Airplane and Big Audio Dynamite, but Joe, as a solo artist, I rate right after The Clash.
Joe the Intellectual and Political Activist.
"I think people ought to know that we're anti-fascist, anti-violence and anti-racist. We're against ignorance". Can anyone put this any better, clearer and with simpelr words? He was only 25 yrs old then. No. Not even Bertrand Russell could improve on this. "I was trying to say: Fanaticism is nowhere. There is no tenderness or humanity in fanaticism. That is what I was trying to say in Rock the Casbah". Again, such a clear mind regarding the correct human approach to political matters. Morally & politically (in the best sense of the word because fully free from rhetoric), just perfect.
To those closely related to Joe, the above is a small tribute to the great Joe Strummer, the greatest rock 'n' roller of all time. Our deepest sympathies go to you.
Mariano Joven, 51 (Mexico City)
All those magnificent songs, some strong rock
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Joe Strummer had magnificence and vision. A true roots, rock, rebell. The music lives on, Joe Strummer lives on in our minds. We try to change the world, while the best ones seems to pass away. From here to eternity, Joe Strummer will always be present all over the world.
R.I.P Joe !
Sturle Kvilekval
Bergen, Norway
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Saw Joe and the Clash only once but what a great show from a legandery band! Only wish I could have seen more shows but BOND'S in NYC was a blast!
Bob from Long Island
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Dear Strummer family,
A friend just told me the news, and I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I saw Joe in concert last year in Montreal and was floored by the music he played and the man he showed himself to be. His integrity and talent blew me away, and it remains as the best concert experience of my life. It was not his time to pass away; he is, already, greatly, greatly missed.
Sincerely yours,
Catherine Lejtenyi.
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Its terrible that we have lost another great legend. Soon enough kids won't have anybody to look up to. I just wanted to say i send my condolences to his family and everbody that has known him, and thanks to the website for giving fans a forum to write our fellings R.I.P Joe Strummer 52-02 thanks Anthony Bradley Wilmington,DE
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Strummer let anyone learn from your music.
It would be a much better world
I listened today, i cried
HAROLD UITZETTER netherlands
All love and beauty in the future to family and his 10 maybe less "real" friends
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I feel privelaged that i saw him play live last month at Northumbria. It was a once in a lifetime experience that i'll always remember. A great bloke.
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I'm very saddened to hear of Joe's passing.He was somebody with the courage to live by his beliefs and will be remembered as one of our finest songwriters.yalla yalla.
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I just don't know what to say. Joe was an example to us all. A good man, and a true believer. He had passion and compassion.
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Tous les amoureux du rock et du punk sont très touchés par la disparition de Joe Strummer. Sa musique restera toujours parmi nous pour nous rappeler son souvenir.
Daneck
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As a guitar player and a song writter with a love for Rn'B, Reggae Rock'n Roll and politics, The Clash is the prime example of how it should be done. What an effect they've had on me and many of my friends,
Joey
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Im very sadden to hear of Joes passing. I met the guy twice.,he was very nice. He contributed alot to music..,and he was a good actor., what else is there to say? Its very sad., well off goes another to Rock N Roll heaven., he'll be in good company!
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I first heard the Clash back in 78/79, I Fought the Law, I believe. From that point on they were a part of my life. They were a huge influence on me throughout college. Last year I waited anxiously for the US release of Westway. Now, Joe has been taken from us. My life, for one, will not quite be the same.
Rest In Peace, Joe Stummer
kevin- florida-US
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In 1979 I was 16 years old and just starting to discover punk/new wave. I knew the music had something that I liked in it.
Then a friend bought over the first Clash lp. The damn burst and I never was the same again. Hearing that album opened up a world
of new music for me. I got a broken down guitar, took off the two high strings and learned to play bass by playing along with
the first Clash album. D. Boon of the Minutemen wrote "..punk rock changed our lives." Punk, and especially the Clash did that for me.
The intelligence of Strummer's lyrics made me get up and think, question, and challenge. Something this little teenager had
never done before. Thank you, Joe. I'll miss you very much.
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Joe Strummer must always be remembered as the Revolutionary man that made a Revolution in Rock, a revolution in music, a revolution in the world.....Punk Rock's never gonna be the same.... MrrR. San Salvador, El Salvador.
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Somewhere along the line we saw The Clash 3 nights in a row outdoors at Pier 84 in New York City. At the end of the last show, a heavy summer thunderstorm rolled in. Instead of leaving the stage, they turned on all the lights and the band broke into White Riot! Although the stge was covered, the house lights seemed to light up every big raindrop all around them and the crowd.
The Clash were totally energized by this as was the crowd. I will never forget this scene. It is burned into my brain. I was shocked to hear of Joe's death. This is a sad day for the music world . Ed Lasky
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estan tragiko en la komunidad punkie , se ke estas en la GLORIA y moviendo tus eskarros kon frenesi ...........................no te olvidare vikingo de kuero socialista punkie de toda la vida GLORIA EN VIDA, rabia y deskansa en paz junto a tu amigo joey ramone
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Thanks for your life, Joe.
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Not good........These are tough times for people who listen to brilliant music. can't really think of much more to say, It's just so surreal. At the very least I say Thank you for being Joe Strummer & one of the greatest chapters in the book of music has come to a close. Take care everybody.
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The man may have passed but the ideals remain.
His lyrics,heart, and devotion to what he believed in helped to shape my own ideals and beliefs from a fresh scrubbed teenager to the middle aged man I am today.I may live in a dirty apartment on the bad side of town, not have shit to my name, but what Strummer instilled in me were things I'd never trade away...Pride in self, pride in beliefs......Joe "The Bootboy" Pio- Detroit
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I am deeply moved by the passing of someone who has brought so much to this world. Although Joe is no longer with us, his music will never die. Thanks Joe, for all that you've done.
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I am very broken up to hear the news of Joe's death...as 13 year old boy his music quite literally changed my life...I saw anger and questioning were in fact good things when all around me I was given the opposite ideas....Joe's lyrics opened me...and from there I became interested in what I wanted to pursue...literature and books...and went on to do my Phd in Philosophy and travel the world...as a young man in boston, I was priviledged to have met him on a number of occasions and found him a wonderful guy....a lil story: one time I mentioned to Joe i had a bootleg tape of the clashes second concert ever...he was so interested in a copy, that the next time he returned to boston he phoned me and asked me to comebackstage and bring the tape...Joe Strummer, to me, was an awesome man.
Joe you SPOKE...
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My deepest condolences to the friends and family of one of the greatest men of the last 50 years. His music has touched my soul as well as countless others. We will miss him.
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Adéu Joe,
Has fet la música de la meva vida!
Sense tu res no serà el mateix. T'enyoraré. Al cel siguis!
Isabel
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Thanks for a great ride Joe...
Chris
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everyone else has said what i want to say, just far more eloquently. where i am, it`s an hour and a half into christmas 2002, and i just opened a present. it`s a new book from the hilarious people at `the onion`, but i can`t seem to laugh at it just yet. last week, i lost my voice cos i was sick. it`s better now, but since last night, i can`t seem to speak. OUR chosen leader of the world WE want to live in has gone. but when the laughter, and the voice, and the spirit, and the fire, and the anger, and the patience, and the fervour, and the love, and of course, the fucking music, come charging back to kick my pissweak, wallowing arse out of this goddamn bed, i`m gonna keep trying to get us closer to the world we really should have.
may joe`s loved ones know that my heart and thoughts are with them. and to the rest of you, don`t ever let him down. anna (tokyo, for now...)
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I REALLY CAN'T BELIEVE IT.AFTER SEEING HIM IN CONCERT THREE TIMES OVER THE PAST YEAR AND EXPERIANCING HIS ENERGY ONCE AGAIN AFTER SO MANY YEARS I'M TRULLY SADDENED.I FEEL LIKE WE ALL LOST A CLOSE FREIND.WE DID.THE CLASH CHANGED MY LIFE.MY HEART GOE'S OUT TO HIS FREINDS AND FAMILY AND FANS EVERYWHERE.THANK YOU JOE FOR MY YOUTH MY DREAMS .
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I'm sorry...I don't know what else to say. But I am sorry.
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Joe Strummer was an amazing person. Its so hard to come to the realization that hes gone. <3kaitlin
R.I.P Joe
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Yes, lads and lasses, London IS drowning...in sorrow. As is the rest of the thinking world. Joe was a wailin', rantin' original...with real fury and passion. Rare commodities indeed. When the music of the last 25 years is assessed, Joe's power and purity will stand out. A uniquely vibrant musical and social force. God bless.
With admiration,
Rob Greshes
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I met Joe Strummer outside the Worchester Palladium before a Mescaleros show, a couple of weeks after September eleventh. The amount of courtesy and kindness that he extended to my friend and I was virtually unfathomable. He approached us with the characteristic cowboy hat on his head and asked us if we wanted to come in to the show early for the sound check. I truly believe that Joe Strummer is one of the greatest musicians of the century, and that the music he created will immortalize him forever.
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We saw the Mescaleros in Hartford in October of 2001 and the band was brilliant. Joe Strummer has always had a remarkable talent for being able to speak rarely spoken truths and be wildly entertaining while doing so. That night was no exception. Less than a month after September Eleventh no one felt like dancing but Joe's signature croon and his eerily current , if not prophetic songs from the two incredible Mescaleros CDs made it impossible to stand still. The band even favored the audience with some Clash favorites which surely reminded the crowd that we were lucky enough to be in the presence of a true visionary. Ever the curteous showman, Joe amused the crowd by thanking them for, "braving Anthrax", to come out for the show . I'm sure everyone there was left, looking forward to the next opportunity to see and hear Joe and his band again. With the sudden loss of this genius of modern music our sadness is balanced with gratitude for the memory of that performance and the body of work Joe Stummer left behind. Our sincerest condolences to his family and friends. He will be sorely missed and forever remembered.
Jill & James Coyne
Newtown CT USA
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Joe Strummer's singular and powerful voice still resonates in our hearts.
His art will live on. Thank you Joe for sharing your talent with us.
Fredo
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The man may have passed but the ideals remain.
His lyrics,heart, and devotion to what he believed in helped to shape my own ideals and beliefs from a fresh scrubbed teenager to the middle aged man I am today.I may live in a dirty apartment and not have shit to my name, but what Strummer instilled in me were things I'd never trade away...
Stay Free.........
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encontraba exagerado ver llorar a gente por la muerte de john lennon, en el 80. yo entonces tenía 15 años y seguía a los CLASH con pasión adolescente. tenía las letras de sus canciones pegadas en la pared de mi cuarto. la MISMA emoción me invade, todavía hoy, al escuchar mi deteriorada copia de LONDON CALLING. anoche me enteré de la muerte de JOE STRUMMER y esta mañana, en el trabajo, moría por llegar a casa y poner su música en el equipo, a todo volumen, en íntimo homenaje. al oir el primer redoble de SPANISH BOMBS he llorado como un niño. JOE STRUMMER: YO TE QUIERO INFINITO!!! jordi mirinda (La Seu D'urgell)
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Another musical hero of my youth is gone...........gutted
Joe, you'll be missed so bad. Give my regards to Ian Dury, as I'm sure the two of you will get together for a jam at some time in the future.
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THANK YOU, CAPTAIN JOE. YOU ARE OUR HERO. YOUR SONGS,MESSAGE AND SOUL
WILL LIVE THROUGH US... AND NEXT NEW GENERATION TOO.
YOU ARE A LEGEND.
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Thank You for making me a better person
Love You Forever
Steve, Basingstoke
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YOU ARE THE BEST PINCHE HUEVON. GORA EUSKADI AND REVOLUTION ROCK!!!!
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I am sorry that this had to happen. He had a great impact on me as a musician and a lover of music. The music he made will never be forgotten. He lives every time somone plays a clash or mescaleros album or anything he was involved with.
One of millions that Joe made an impact on,
Sean
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While I must admit I'd lost track of Joe these past few years, I was shocked and saddened by his passing. I saw the Clash play at the University of Maryland back in '80(?) and I was front and center. What a great show and what a great band. You will be missed, Joe Strummer, but you will never really die because your music lives on. Mark Hannan
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We love Joe Strummer even here in Uruguay South America. May your soul rest in peace my friend. Peace for all your family members, band members and friends. Gustavo
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I met Joe Strummer outside the Worchester Palladium before a Mescaleros show, a couple of weeks after September eleventh. The amount of courtesy and kindness that he extended to my friend and I was virtually unfathomable. He approached us with the characteristic cowboy hat on his head and asked us if we wanted to come in to the show early for the sound check. I truly believe that Joe Strummer is one of the greatest musicians of the century, and that the music he created will immortalize him forever.
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London Calling came out when I was a junior in high school. Before I heard it, I was a normal teenager. That is to say I didn't care about much more than boys, clothes and what kind of car I drove. I had the germination perhaps of political leanings, but they certainly hadn't come to fruition. Then I heard that album. It changed me. It made me realize that anyone could care about what happens to others. That any voice made a difference. That telling people how you felt and where you stood made you a better person. Oh yeah, and it rocked! Since then, I have been politically active and always voiced my opinion and stood up for those who don't have a voice. Thank you to Joe Strummer. Thank you for making me a better person.You will be greatly missed but not forgotten. I just bought my kid London Calling. She will understand what I understood.
Jeannine Gage
Ormond Beach, Florida
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what a truly sad occasion. joe, we will miss you more than we know.
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I MET JOE ONCE AT HARTFORD,WEBSTER THEARTER.HES WAS VERY PLEASENT,KINDDA LIKE TALKING TO A COOL HIP UNCLE YOU HAVE.HE TOOK A COUPLE OF LUCKY STRIKES I WAS SMOKEING AT THE TIME.LEFT ONE FOR ME AND SIGNED MY PACK. IT WILL CHERISHED FOR GENERATIONS FOR ME.REST IN PEACE JOE,THANKS FOR MOVEING ME EVERY TIME I HEAR YOUR TUNES.....WITH MUCH LOVE,SEAN
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Embarking on a new journey,
Soul released from the pressures of society,
Oblivious matter free of humanity,
While the selfish remain, living in grief,
Your soul moves on resting eternally in peace,
Representation of life's longevity,
And how fast the earth can sweep you off your feet,
Blood stops flowing, heart no longer beats,
Is consciousness now part of your departed means?
Or an unrecognizable land where the heart and soul meet,
Free of your emotional attachments relative to personality,
Nature of life simple, immortality,
When your vision fades can you still see,
The pathway leading to your destiny,
Were all of those years of a faith a fallacy,
Or the transition into an everlasting being,
With all that could, should and just might be,
I'll never find out until it happens to me.
One Love!
Craig R.
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I was deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Joe. He was a true poet, but thankfully we still have that part of him.
Bless
M.A.
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Why else would I, as a 19 year old woman, be sitting alone in a dingy barrio, under the sweltering sun of the day in Managua, Nicaragua, all those years ago? Well, Joe Strummer of course. Many decisions in my life were made because of Joe, he helped to make me who I am today. I never got to see him play. I never got to meet him. I will go without those two great desires ever being fulfilled, but Joe will live on in me forever. A part of me is you, Joe, and I thank you. I love you. Spread the news tonight please, Sammy. They're searching every house on the grove. But don't go alone now, Sammy. The wind has blown away the corner soul...Joe, your soul lives in in all of us who you touched.
Jo Green, Calgary
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We'll all miss you, Joe.
I wish that I could have thanked you for all that great music, which helped get me through some very dark times in military school.
Good Bye, My Friend.
-zak, park ranger-Ft. Collins, Colorado
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i wake up this morning and i saw the face of joe in the mainpage of the newspaper, i was terrify, but... he did'nt die like syd and some stupid punk , he die with all my respect of the punk and he still one of my hero
reste en paix Joe
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Though we never met you were my friend Joe. I know this because when I heard that you had gone from us the pain and loss that I felt could only be from losing a friend. I loved what you stood for and wished that I could be like you, not the rockstar Joe but the passionate person that I thought cared about every poor person across the world that was miserable because of some other bastards greed. I heard you Joe, and you made me feel like we all could make the world a better place if we just spoke out. Don't worry Joe you did make a difference and I know that that was all you really wanted. I am now 32, married and have two little girls. Before meeting me my wife had never heard your voice. At first she didn't like your music but after explaining to her some of the lyrics and what you stood for she really heard your voice and liked you alot. Sometimes I when me and the girls are in the kitchen I put on London Calling and play Spanish Bombs and dance with them and they laugh and move in a way that I know would put a smile on your face. And one day I will have them read the lyrics and tell them about the dangers in the system that you, me and they live in. Yes you are still making a difference Joe and when my girls get older they will play your music and your voice and soul will cause such a huge echo in time that when the world does change it will be because of everyone that heard you and others like you that risked something to make the world a better place. My deepest sympathies to your family from mine and let them take comfort in the fact that you did make a difference and continue to.
The Spielmann Family
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Thank you for providing a politically charged world view to all who have or will experience The Clash. Rest in peace...
Please remember Victor Jara...
John Sterling
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This is truly one of the saddest days of my life. Visiting the Joe Strummer website to find out that he had passed away was a huge shock to me. The Clash are one of the most influential bands in my life.... one of the reasons that I picked up a guitar. It's odd to cry over the death of someone you never knew personally but I felt like I knew him personally through the fantastic music the Clash created . Rest In Peace Joe ....You will be greatly missed. PUNK ROCK BROTHER!
Heath White
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A great shock. The world was a much better place for him having been around. He was one of my heroes. Sally Branch
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Joe Strummer was a major inspiration in my life. He turned me on to so much music that I would have otherwise missed. I thought Global A Go Go was as good a record as he had ever made and I was hopeful he would come to the USA and play near Atlanta, where I live. I saw the Clash at the Fox Theatre in 1982 at a particularly rough patch in my life, and they gave me the inspiration to go on. While I can't miss Joe as much as his family and loved ones will, his passing leaves a hole in my heart.
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We'll have never forgot you, your songs and your atitude.
Everything about you is PUNK ROCK for me!
The world is still burning!
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The Clash changed my life.
Quinn Roberts
Napa, CA
USA
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It would be impossible to measure the impact you had on both society and global culture. Your music has inspired me and made me a more well-rounded person. God bless your family.
Midnight to six man
Mike T
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almighty joseph the voice of truth, your body has fallen but your spirit still guides us. never met you but i had a 8-track of the clash thats how far back we go ! peace to friends&loved ones
love mark
mark link
5927 sam smith rd.
birchwood tennesee
p.s. its raining!
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a light has gone out in my heart. rock on joe. i'll miss you.
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never felt so much like singing the blues
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Joe, your life and your music inspired me and SO many others. You made a huge difference in the world in so many ways and I will miss you. It's some consolation that you left us while you were still being productive, but I think about the work that was to come. . .
peace to you and your family.
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Joe: so sorry for your wife and children - I can't even imagine their feeling of loss right now. I'm almost 40 now myself, with four young sons of my own. When I first heard you 25 years ago, you changed my life forever. If it hadn't been for your music and your words, I would have been a Young Republican instead of picking up a guitar and deciding to spend the rest of my life looking outside of American suburbia rather than wallowing in it and being consumed. Thank you for your inspiration, your dedication, your talent, your music, and your legacy. The world is a darker place without you now, but it's a better place for the time you were here and the life that you lived. Rest in peace.
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Woke up go the news on the radio the other day to the sad, sad news. The world seems a little emptier today knowing that Joe's energy and spirit has moved on.
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As zillions around the world, the Clash is - among other bands - one of the sparks that set the punk fire in me... rest in peace, Joe, and make the sky rock'n'roll
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Thanks for the music Joe!
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I spent my teenage being entertained, educated and guided by the lyrics and attitudes of The Clash. Joe was an extraordinary rock star who will be in my heart forever. Cheers Joe...fight for right...have a rest now.
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I was so sad to hear that Joe Strummer had passed. When something means a great deal to you, like the music and message of Mr. Strummer, you often can't see it until to is gone. Peace to you Joe Strummer.
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I am shocked to hear about the sudden death of Joe Strummer, I saw him in the uk 4 weeks ago on nov 21 2002 and he was brilliant, yet another of our talented music men has left us....rock on in punk heaven Joe you will be greatly missed, deepest sympathy to his lucy and his 3 daughters at this very sad time
marshwriggle
ROCK THE KAZBAH
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Hvala ti, Joe! Bija si najveci!
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11 years ago I've met Joe in a "¨Pogues" concert in Paris. We went to his hotel to have a drink after the gig, and for the night. We were with "Elno"
singer of: negresses vertes. Joe and Elno had sing an a capella song in the hotel hall.It stays for me one of the wonderfulest moment of my life.Love to all his families.
Fred.
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The world changed the day the Clash played their first gig...the world also changed the day Joe Strummer left us. One of the persons who made one of the biggest music revolutions is gone. Punk Rock is never going to be the same again...... Forever Joe Strummer!!! Forever The Clash!!!
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It Will Be A Very Sad Christmas....Ciao JOE!
Pierpaolo,Salerno,Italy.
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When It Rains It Really Pours... thank you dear brother. I´ll always be reminded of your lovely face and your beautiful voice. Miss you. Sepp
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If it werent for people like joe and bands like The Clash, there wouldnt be little punk kids like me... its hard to have someone you idolize just leave like that...its so sad... Its like god has taken all the good rock stars... hendrix...joplin...morrison...etc etc...im deeply saddend by all of this.. and send my condolences to the family of Joe... I ::heart:: you Joe... may your music live on forever......Love....forever Clash.... Mary Cutrali....
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"Rougher than rough
tougher than tough
Strong like Lion
We are Iron
Rudie don't fear boy
Rudie don't fear."
You stood up to the end. Thanks for setting the standard, Joe.
David Jager
Toronto
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Goodbye Joe,
thanks for writing great songs, and great music. Your music will live on forever.Death or Glory is just another story, but when ur gone it is more than just a story. It is a legend.
John, New York City
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Thanks for the message Joe,We all loved you down here in Atlanta.Not everybody got the Clash but they were The only Band that Mattered. BEN
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Joe,You and your music influenced my life,you were supreme at what you did,and you will be sadly missed..Gitalong! Gitalong!....John
DEATH IS A STAR!
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Joe Strummer will be survived in no small part by the kinship enjoyed by Clash fans the world over. Their music will always reside in a not so far off place in our collective hearts and minds. It's a place where your Dad is a bankrobber, where kids fight like different nations and where you were given grapes that loosen the screws in at the back of the tongue. It's a place where you sing the amerasian blues, where the towers of London are crumbling, where only guttersnipes know the truth. Thanks for the music, Joe. It will stir in that place throughout the ages.
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He was one the "real" heroes of my youth in the 80ies. I hope he will never be forgotten because without his work rock music would be much poorer! Robert Kreis (Cologne/Germany)
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Querido Joe
cuando estés en el purgatorio, dales caña a los angeles con tu energia. Seguro que te harán volver al infierno.
I will never forget you.
from Madrid
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Why do all the good guys die young? White Man In Hammersmith Palais is my fave song of all time and the first Clash album said everything to me about growing up in the late 70's. Truely a great guy, we'll miss you Joe.
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The Clash were THE seminal band of the last twenty years. Nobody rocked harder or smarter. Joe Strummer was a genuine voice: raucous, relevant, defiant, ironic, and ultimately enlightening. We'll miss you Joe.
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How could a man I never met have guided my life so much,Christmas 1977 brought to me my first record player, Joe then brought to me enlightenment.
The impact on my generation (and guitar sales) must never be underestimated.Its a funny thing but people that listen to the clash are really a breed apart, human beings,probably people who buy big issue and know about human right violations and question the motives of government rather than accepting life as it is, marketed to us by the suited money men.
Thanks Joe .
Carl Bottrell , Burton on trent , UK.
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Goodbye Joe,
thanks for writing great songs, and great music. Your music will live on forever.
Goodbye Joe
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christmas won't be happy this year, cause you are gone. You, and the Clash, were the only band to be as much loved by me (40 years old, old punk) and by my daughter (16) and her friends. But, overall, you were a great human being, who gave us strength to fight against all villains.And in this times of an announced war, we will surely miss you. So , say hello to angels and others, Mr Mellor. And a loving and friendly thought for your wife, daughters and all the people who loved you all over the world.
Stay free
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Joe Strummer was one of those people who had a great positive impact on everyone. He influenced me in many ways with The Clash and even after that. I am very sorry to hear about his death such a great mind...Like the song goes: "ONLY THE GOOD DIE YOUNG". You're talent and your mind influenced all of us and will keep on influencing the futur generations.
R.I.P Joe Strummer.
JULIE
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heaven better get some earplugs
thanks for everything joe
we'll miss you
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mein beileid!
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Thank you Joe for inspiring a group of high school girls way way back in rural California. We will miss you terribly!
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A Prince among Thieves.Someone up there,do us a favor and thank him.
Andy Browne
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"I couldn't believe the news yesterday. I cannot close my eyes and make it go away". Joe died and with him a part of our youth died too. It's so strange to miss somebody you didn't meet personaly, but that's a fact. I miss him. Sylvie
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Joe.... theres nothing I can say except that you changed my life incredibly. There was the 'me' that existed before that fateful day I bought London Calling, and the 'me' that has existed ever since. You will never be forgotten, you are what rock n' roll should be.
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The only Person that matters as no longer with us.
Artur - Portugal
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gutted. cheers, Joe, hope they place you next to Joey in heaven's punk wing. if i knew st ann's was goodbye, i would have spent the week.
"What are we gonna do now?"
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All the good ones go!... Your music changed my life, Joe. You will be deeply missed.
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le rock conflanais est triste .nous avons vécus notre jeunesse bercée par les hymnes rock ,punk rock ,dub, reagge du grand clash.nous avons grandi mais nos sentiments n'ont pas changés et au fond de nous nous gardons cette étincelle de vie d'espoir et d'énergie que nous procure cette music .
même solo avec les mescaleros sur scène le frisson etait toujours présent.bacstage joe etait un homme simple disponible et accessible.
une tendre pensée pour sa famille et la grande famille rock issu de cette periode .le combat rock continue contre la médiocrité et le profit....
pascal A christophe P elise D Steph L et tous les amis ...
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The king is dead .
I saw the Clash many times in England and Germany , I even smoked dope backstage at the circus krone in Munich with the man . He was the best .
Truly a man of the people ( even if he did have a habit of falling off stage ! ).
Cheers Joe
Paul
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Joe... Straight to heaven, boy!
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Thank god you were absolutely vital till the very end. Superlatives are thrown around far too much in these times but Joe , you were indeed one of the greatest of all times. God. Allah, Vishnu rest your soul!!!
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Although we're too young to have ever seen The Clash(15&18 respectively) we fully understand how bitchin' they were in their hayday.we'll miss you Joe-you're fab!( cheeseboiger! 0)
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We've lost one of the true greats today. All through the years, while other fave bands' records have gathered dust on the shelf I have returned to the Clash over and over again for a jolt of pure, unadulterated, intelligent, interesting, and most of all, make-you-dance fucking great rocknroll.
I was having a beer last night and listening to my favourites: White Man in Hammersmith Palais, Complete Control, London Calling, and so on, and wishing Joe well in his new place. The main thing that I was thinking was this: Joe, you had a life well-lived.
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I hope Joe realized what he meant to so many people, to the very core of their beings. Even though I never met him, he had a great impact on the way I live my life, and I'm sure that is true for many others.
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Sad Christmas without joe. KTI and Yves from Toulouse (France)
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It's odd how someone you have never met; who lived thousands of miles away could be so close and so influential on your life. Joe will never be forgotten...
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Joe was a lyrical genius and his music made me politically aware. He revolutionized the punk scene. It saddens me to think that there aren't many more out there like him. I send my deepest regrets.
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Rock on: forever. ~Ellie Starr
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I think the recent loss of Joe Strummer holds effects to all of us. It's sad to see yet another talented influence on the music today so suddenly pass away. I can easily say that he will greatly be missed. Rest In Peace Joe. Go Easy, Step Lightly, Stay Free
Rachel
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Joe always walked it like he talked it. When it comes down to it, punk rock is a local thing - but to a kid growing up in Michigan in the 1980s, the Clash felt like cockney-accented next-door neighbors.
He's in love with rock'n'roll woaahh
He's in love with gettin' stoned woaahh
He's in love with Janie Jones
But he don't like his boring job, no...
RIP Uncle Joe.
Dave
Brooklyn, USA
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hi, i'm very sorry that joe has passed away. i may only be 20 but i can tell you for a fact that the clash is my favorite band of all time. he and the rest of the band touched my life in every way possible. i'm thankful for the life he lived and the wonderful music that he made. he was a beautiful person and i hope that he is resting in peace. my condolences and my love is being sent to you. i hope you are all doing well. love, Brenna Flint
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I spent my college years and beyond listening to The Clash. Rest in Peace, Joe.
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Joe Strummer was a musical giant. He will be badly missed. Here's to you Jimmy Jazz!
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Joe, you said yourself that you had much more to say. So I'll play your songs in my sets, I'll make certain my audience hears your words. Thank you for inspiration, dedication and perspiration. I leaned on you for a long time. Bob Ghandi
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Another hero gone. I can still see myself holding that first Clash album at the age of 18 (1980) when I first got into the new music. I so looked forward to his words and music for the next however many years. This one hurts.
Phil B
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Strummer has been around all my living life. It's sad to see that Era now has ended. I know a whole world of fans will mourn. My sympathy goes our to Joes family and friends. God bless.
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All the memories that mean so much! I will always remember the lyrics, the voice and the guitar work, A great man who's work influenced so many!
Joe is with Jerry now in a much better place!
Dave in Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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A true legend!
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This is one of the saddest moments in my life. R.I.P. Joe. He was one of the greatest
Vuk
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Such sad news. He was an icon. God Bless Joe and prayers to your family. Julie - Horsham PA
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thanks for changing my life..
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my heart goes out to Joes family & friends, today the world is a little less perfect. I am one of many who started to play guitar and write songs after hearing the clash as a kid. thanks Joe you will be missed!
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My 12 year old daughter asked me two weeks ago if I had any Clash. Still after all this time, the band's songs stand out against today's massive marketing seduction directed at my daughter's demographic. For myself, they were the coolest it got.
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Joe and his music helped me to come out of my shell at a crucial point in my life. Who knows WHO I would be today without this man and the way he lived and loved life - truly someone we can look up to. A legend that can never be replaced. My deepest sympathy and condolences for his family.
Gena K., Atlanta, GA USA
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Joe, why you went away without saying goodbye? Think, we'll never play again togheter. Still playing in heaven forever with Dee Dee, Joey and Sid.
Isidrez
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I fell to my knees and wept when i heard Joe was gone; he trans-
cended music and was a wonderful man and he'll be missed by
millions. Please keep on supporting the causes that Joe held dear.
GOD BLESS YA JOE. YOU WERE THE BEST!!!
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Just woke up. Day two ......no better. Watched various snippets of interviews with Joe and drank bottles of wine last night. Sombody called and hadn't heard. As I told them what happened I just broke down crying.
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I can't believe that he is not with us. He means more to me than words could ever express. He was and is one of the great ones and I will miss him greatly. I will never forget his humanity and will always find rightous inspiration from his work.
BOPST
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HIGH STREET STORE IS BOARDED UP AND THE TERRACE IT IS FENCED IN. SEE THROUGH SHIELDS ARE WALLED ACROSS THE WAY THAT YOU CAME IN. LYRICS MAY BE GARBLED BUT THE MESSGE WAS LOUD AND CLEAR. JOE STRUMMER WALKED THE SAME STREETS AS ME. HE GAVE US HOPE WHEN WE WERE TOLD WE WERE HOPELESS, HE SHOWED US HOW TO POSE, HE SHOWED US HOW TO PROTEST, HE REMAINED TRUE TO HIS ROOTS. HE WAS ALOT OF THINGS TO MANY BUT TO A FEW HE WAS JUST DAD AND WILL BE BADLY MISSED THIS CHRISTMAS. TOM, GREENOCK
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Thank you Joe
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The ice age is coming. RIP. Benjamin Popp
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Une page de notre jeunesse qui s'envole... Un fan français de la première heure.
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If there were just a few more Joe Strummers' in the world, this would be a hell of a better place. Beyond the music, one of the few people who had enough guts, enough compassion, enough vision to stand up and yell 'FUCK NO!' Raz- Royal Oak, Michigan USA
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My condolences to Jóe's family. I was a great fan of Joe Strummer.
From Portugal
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Last Wednesday, for no real reason, Clampdown sunk into my head. The normal remedy is to play such a song, so I put it on, then one song led to another, then one album to another...the next thing I knew I had all my Clash albums spinning, and I was pouring over the liner notes and playing them all like it was all brand new. I had two wonderful days of this, playing Clash albums back to back, capping the event off with a viewing of Westway To The World. All of these things are in my possession, so it's never hard to do. Two days later, I hear the news, Joe Strummer has gone.
I am thankful I was able to have one last Clash Marathon with him still here, any future Clash Attacks like that will be tinged with a melancholy realization of it all being posthumous.
Thank you Joe for living when you did.
- Fan Since 1986, Mark Fantino
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This holiday season will not be as bright with you gone from our world.My memories of you dates back to London, England in 1976.Thank you Joe for all your inspiration and for the incredible music you wrote over the years.You will be truely missed, but not forgotten.
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I have been Joe's biggest fan since his days with the Clash, Pogues, Mescaleros, etc. (My only Rock and Roll love interest from my teen years!) His legacy and music will live on in our hearts with his fantastic contribution to the world of music. I pray for the healing of his many friends and family - one of whom is my best friend here in Florida - Spider Stacey. I will continue to light candles for Joe as I'm sure he is lighting up the heavens with his creative spirit. Light, Love and Healing to you all- Mandy
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Con enorme stima, per quello che mi ha insegnato grazie alle sue canzoni.sempre con gli ultimi...mai con i primi... matteo da milano
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A great beacon of light has gone out. My sincerest condolences to his family and many friends and fans the world over. David DiPietro, Rio de Janeiro, Brasil
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Another sad day for rock 'n' roll!
I met Joe once and he was a friggin' nice guy.
http://www.cla.sc.edu/socy/faculty/deflem/Strummer.html
Rock on, Joe!
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I can't believe this. The man I admired for 20+ years is gone. To Luce & Joe's children, I am so sorry for your loss. Please take solace in the fact that you are not alone during this painfully difficult time. Joe was a hero to many; his words and actions touched the hearts and minds of a generation. God Bless you Joe Strummer!
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Takk for alt, mister!
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In High School Joe and the clash was my favorite band I know almost all their songs (I think ). Joe has been an important figure in my life,who helped confirm that I was as wierd as I thought and so was everyone else in the world. I'm 35 now and liveing the life I rebelled against, but thats OK And I hope my kids can learn the lesson that were all weird and thats OK to. Thanks Joe I'm sorry that you left so soon
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I was lucky enough to see the Clash at the famous series of concerts they had in Times Square. I saw the original line up at Kent State University in 1982. The one constant was Joe Strummer. I wanted to dress like him. I wish I had hair like him. His voice was not perfect..the band was never flashy. But they had substance and passion which we won't see again for a long time. I was hoping the Clash would reunite for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. I cursed up a storm yesterday. Joe Strummer was everything that was good about Rock and Roll. He looked and lived the part and never compromised for his art. With Joey Ramone and now Strummer gone, will rock survive? God Bless you Joe and thanks for giving me the soundtrack of my youth.
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Joe has been my only musical (and not only) guide. I'm a singer and I'm 37. I've listened to his songs since I was 14.
. My tribute band "Radio Brixton", will play on 3rd January our usual Clash songs set: every breath we'll take will be dedicated to Joe.
Bye, my friend, thank's for all you did. Alessandro
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our thoughts & condolences within our hearts goes out to joe and his family. and now, we celebrate his life & will remember him dearly evermore..
"a feeling of not belonging in any one place or in any one moment, a wild restless longing to be elsewhere, everywhere, now" -kerouac.
'when a child is born he falls asleep and dreams the dream of life, when he dies and is buried in his grave he wakes up to the Eternal Ecstasy'
he will always be with us.
viva joe strummer!
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Thank You for opening my ears. The silence will be deafening. Russ
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Joe, i love your voice, your talent, your spirit.
Only you now what you means for me.
Forever, believe me, for ever i remember you.
Javier
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a legend and a great guy ,sad loss to music and humanity the punk generations lennon ,sad sad day .my heart goes out to joes family
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London's burning with boredom now.
R.I.P. Joe Strummer.
Lasse Finland
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thanks for your music,you'll never forget r.i.p.
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I remember that morning in the late 70's when the black velvet Elvis painting's were in the livingroom like a shrine . And the night the dj broke in to song to play Imagine in memorie of Lennon .Or just 2 years ago when Joey Romone passed away .I felt bad , but not like yesterday.. Once in my life A huge man stood up and said things like ,it's not right for america to fund afganistan to fight the russians, it's not right to let central american druglords kill each other over drug power wars. Here was a man who said look at this world,
he kicked a whole in the world ,a sound vibration that shook the ozone his vioce and lyric's told me it's admarable to stand up and yell "look at this ,stop. this isn't right " change now or suffer the toil of conciquence.he showed us we can change and stand up against the norm. WE all thank him and this holiday it's ok to take out that old 60 lb spiked leather and trashed doc's because it's still alive Joe Strummer's message did get across .we are all shaken and will never forgett his message V.P. boston
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Joe's death has really hit me. it's a shame I never saw him play live, but I have the music in my heart, even if I lost all my vinyl and CD's today, Strummer's spirit lives on. the only thing that has affected me as much was the 9/11 tragedy. my heartfelt condolences to his family, I practically grew up with the Clash (I'm a 2nd gen fan) and sorta felt like he was an uncle, even though I only knew him like so many of you, through his music; he and his music were so unified that it was like knowing him personally. I know his friends and family are probably taking this a bit better than fans like us, especially a musician like me who patterned so much of who I am, on and off stage, after his example.
just imagine the conversations he's having in heaven and hell now, we know he'll always be Joe.
GUMBO!!!
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Nearly all what can be said has been said, but I have to write this. I am now 36 years old and I grew up with The Clash, they were what you call your heroes of your youth and it is so damn sad that Joe is gone now. I have seen him live in 1983 in Germany. I think i will watch Rude Boy now.
Damn, I still can't believe it. Klaus
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don't use the rules, they're not for you, they're for the fools...
joe strummer & the clash were probably the only real politically engaged punk band of the eara.
their words and their music will live on for youngsters of the 70s like me, and will no doubt be able to touch generations to come.
deepest sympathy to the family.
werner - brussels
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Joe,
The world will miss you - but our children will carry on the fight...
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since the age of 14 i have admired Joe strummer and he has had a lot of influence on the music i have listened to. He will be trully missed as he was a great musician
Dan
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Desde Peru mis condolencias por Joe uno de los pilares del punk ron, me hubiese gustado ver a los clash en vivo!! maldicion!!
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Just to say thanks and offer deepest sympathy to family and friends. In my opnion the best band ever to walk the earth and i am gutted to never meet him,
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Thank you Joe,for what you brought in the music scene and in my own life:
a different way of thinking,a lot of energy,and a positive attitude...
You'll stay in my heart,forever....love and respect.
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i`m totally shocked!!! i knew this day will come but not that fast!! joe,kick some ass in heaven!!see ya!
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thank you for your music, thank for your power, urs
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Sad day, Sad day. I remember being blown away by "London Calling" like it was yesterday. What a great artist Joe was. We'll miss ya, Strummer!!
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on ne s'est jamais vraiment rencontré
mais combien de fois nos chemin se sont croisés
attristé, ma rebellion continuera,
à la clash, comme on dit,
dans la rue, tu resteras a jamais
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Rock and Roll heaven will rock like never before. God bless you Joe.
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DZIEKI TOBIE I TWOJEJ MUZYCE JOE, JESTEM DOBRYM CZLOWIEKIEM. DZIEKUJE CI ZA TO!!!!
MACIEK, POLAND
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I can't say what I feel its too hard. Back in 1977 I was 15, I saw the Clash things were never the same. I saw you many times, Victoria Park, Lyceum etc etc. Joe your music helped me through many difficult times your were an inspiration to me and many others. Complete Control today remains one of my favourite ever songs, your music will live on forever. RIP Joe. Tracey
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The man who forever changed the way an entire generation will think about music has left us in great sorrow. Rest in peace Joe. Condoleances to his family and friends.
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A legend has passed. There will never be another like him!
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A great musician will be sadly missed.My thoughts go out to his friends and family at this time and i would like to thank joe for some of my favourite songs of all time.R.I.P and god bless you.
you will never be forgotten.
Graham Brown
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QUANDO HA SAPUTO DELLA MORTE DI JOE MI SONO SENTITA TRISTE E VUOTA,IL MIO SOLO SOGNO ERA QUELLO DI VEDERE I CLASH IN CONCERTO PER UNA VOLTA,ED ORA NON RIESCO NEANCHE AD ACCENDERE LO STEREO ED A RISENTIRE LA SUA VOCE.
RESTERAI SEMPRE CON NOI ANCHE SE CI MANCHERAI QUANTO TU NON PUOI SAPERE.
WE MISS YOU,STAY FREE.MARTA
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I will never forget Joe. I was lucky enough to meet him back in 1984. He was nothing but friendly. Probably the coolest man I've ever met. He showed me nothing but kindness during the couple of hours we talked. I will never forget that. My kindest wishes go out to Joe's family. Please stay strong. Joe will always be with us. Alan Lykins USA
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Sorry to see you go, Joe. I hope to see you again, in a better place. You're better off now than most of us. You will be missed. Bye for now, PUNK!
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It,s a shame that such a grat songwriter and insprirator has oassed away.
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Although I never met Joe, he was a profoundly important inspiration and guide. I'd like to express my heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and fellow fans. The world was a better palce because Joe Strummer lived.
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My prayers are with his family. A great man. A truly great man.
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I'M ONLY 17 AND MY ONLY DREAM WAS SEE ONE TIME THE CLASH IN CONCERT.
NOW I FEEL EMPTY AND SAD.JOE,I WILL LOVE YOU FOREVER.
STAY FREE!!!MARTA FROM ITALY
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joe in my eyes you were one of the greats,i would even say legend you will be sadly missed. Can't belive your not here after only seeing you last month on Hastings pier brill as always.
Bernie
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Still young and so talented. Such a tragedy, but his legacy will live on through all of us that loved him so. Prayers go out to his family and friends.
Peace.
Sherrie - California - USA
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I was deeply upset upon hearing the tragic news. Joe has been a major influence in my life, especially his time with The Clash. I can't imagine the musical world without such a great human being. I wish all the best for Joe's family & friend & let them know my thoughts are with them.
Sharice xoxo
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what a sad day. Thank you for all, Joe. Paolo Italy
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The Clash were blessed relief from the vast wasteland of corporate pap passing as music. My band has and will continue to cover Strummer's intelligent and enjoyable compositions. He belongs to the ages.
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what a sad day. Thank you for all, Joe.
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After seeing the Sex Pistols last gig at Winterland in Jan. '78 I looked forward to seeing The Clash in Berkeley later that year. Until 1981 I had seen The Clash as many times as they played the Bay area and loved them. Goodbye Joe. You'll be missed by many. Michael-Trenton, MI
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I am amazed at this outpouring of affection for Joe Strummer. Perhaps selfishly, I thought that I was only one of a small number of remaining fans. Clearly I was wrong. Joe Strummer's music and lyrics were the soundtrack for so many of our lives. A generation has lost its voice...
-Greg C.
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So very sorry for the loss. The Clash and Joe had such a deep impact on my musical upbringing as a youth. We'll miss you here, and everywhere Joe
Mike
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i don't really know what to say exactly. i turned 18 in october and seeing joe in november was the best present i ever got. i left that show full of hope and inspiration. i will never forget that night...i spent all yesterday thinking about it...i haven't ever really felt like this so i didn't know how to deal with it but i'm pretty sure that if you put on your favourite clash record, joe's not dead at all. -- tom, england
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una triste noticia para este 24 de diciembre del 2002.Joder, vaya palo me he llevado al conocer la noticia.Se nos va uno de los mejores,con 2 pelotas y siempre coherente con lo que pensaba. Por suerte para los fans y para el resto de personas que quieran acercarse a su legado , ahí está la musica y la filosofia de vida que ha quedado plasmada en sus vinilos (si, yo soy de los de vinilo)
Mis mas sincero pesame para su familia y nunca te olvidaremos JOE CITY ROCKER
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No other rock star's death has moved me as Joe Strummer's does. Perhaps because his voice, his music, moved me so greatly. I have the Clash cd in my car now. It's always in there. I still listen to their music. I still love it at 32. I am just really really sad now.
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I'm a 21 year's spanish girl, and I only saw Joe strummer in the Barcelona concert but I always love The Clash and I will. I'm so sorry for his dead, but I always remember him. Nunca fue vencido!!!!!!
Layla
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i'm so deeply depressed,i've lost my idol and i've lost the man who sang my whole life ,i'm really near to the family,and to everyone who miss him.
Roma is burning with sadness now!!!!!!!!
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We mourn for Joe with You,
Radio Pancevo-Yugoslavia Crew
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Joe Strummer... he was THE GUY. He was the best man when it came to PUNK ROCK. And now... he's gone. And all left for us to do is mourn and listen a trillion times to "lost in the supermarket". Brazil will miss Joe Strummer.
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thanks for made the world not the same
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One day, seven years ago, I was in Portobello walking alone, crying alone, in love with a girl that had left the city, I was 18, knew nobody in London, far away from my country and the language of my heart. And then I saw Joe with his family. I didn't talk to you but it was not necessary. Nobody knows how strongly it helped me. Thank you, Joe, for that moment and so many others you've been with me through your music. Thank you very much, my friend. My condolences for the family.
Xabier S.A.
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There is a little bit missing this Christmas! RIP Joe. You will be sadly missed.
Wayne Leicester, England UK
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thank you for ipswich 1979 ,part of my youth has died ,stay free.
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The Clash was one of my biggest musical influences and changed my life for the better. I am deeply saddened by the loss of Mr. Strummer, that is why I have tried to do by part in keeping his memory alive by putting a small tribute to him on my web site, http://oiskinhead2.tripod.com/oiskinhead/ , I would appreciate it if everyone went there and checked it out. The tribute to Mr. Strummer will be getting bigger.
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Another voice of a generation passes which will be a great loss to all those who remember the days of Punk and Joe's vision and social comment present and for the future, which hoped a fairer and just society for all the world.
David
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Thanks for all the great music, you will never be forgotten. GOD bless.
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I'm a 42 year old middle class white man whose life was changed by Joe Strummer. This resonates with me more than the deaths of Elvis or John Lennon could ever do. His integrity, passion, internationalism - combined with unique musical and song-writing ability - will never be forgotten.
My thoughts are with his family. Thank you.
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Your my guitar hero...
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Almost saw you in Paris. You influenced generations, changed my outlook on many a thing. Rest in peace Mr. Strummer.
Jon
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i was one of your young punks joe.
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god bless joe
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He will allways be in our hearts and in our minds.
Our sincere condolences to all the family and friends of Joe.We have all lost such an important and wonderfull part of our lives.
R.I.P. Joe,
All our love, The band Chelsea.
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what's there left to say after soo many condolences of people all over the world...thank you Joe for making that beautiful music...for making me appreciate punk, rock, jazz, funk,reggae...there was no difference in music for you...nor in races...thank you for being such a great spirit.
Rock on up there Joe!
Kristof, Belgium.
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This will be the worst Christmas of my life. I´ll be fucked up drunk the whole holiday.
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If there really is a rock'n'roll heaven, I'd like to think that Joe's fronting the band. Maybe jammin' with Hendrix or teaching Sid Vicious a few chords or smackin' Kurt upside the head for being so stupid. Wherever Joe is right now I'm sure it's a better place than where he left.I don't feel guilty or stupid for mourning someone that I never knew, but felt that I knew through his music and ideals. Joe Strummer and the Clash, like so many, have changed my life. I'm still trying to deal with the shocking news that he's gone, having never seen the Clash or the Mescaleros, I feel somewhat cheated. But enuff, I don't beleive Joe would want all his fans sitting around moaning forever. My heart goes out to his family and friends. Rest in Peace Joe. Tim - Guelph,Ontario, Canada
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I worked with Joe as an actor on "STRAIGHT TO HELL" and "WALKER". Many of us would stay on the movie set at night and build a campfire and sing songs in the Spanish desert night. A few of the POGUES would have their guitars strumming into the brisk night air. Joe's voice would carry off into the desert night. It was an honor and a delight to sing with him on the "Walker" and "Permanent Record" soundtrack albums as well as his solo debut EARTHQUAKE WEATHER", which got it's title from an actual earthquake that occurred while we were recording @ Baby-O recording studios. I ushered him out of the studios, because he had never experienced an earthquake before. As we stood in the parking lot, he shook his head and said, "I now know the title of this album." I'm lucky enough to have had him dedicate a song to me over the P.A. @ a Santa Monica show and even luckier to have hugged him and heard him say that he loved me many times. I of course, would hug him back and told him that I loved him too. I'll never forget him dodging the most beautiful young Spanish woman, who had sought him out to lose her virginity, in Almeria of all places. He'd jokingly whisper as he dodged her maneuvers around the hotel, "It's too much pressure man, too much pressure." Sadly, the rock star with the biggest heart, wore it out too soon. Everyone of us has a small piece of Joe's heart in our soul. He gave it all to us willingly. He wouldn't have had it any other way. Much love my brother. Tu amigo, Del Zamora.
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it is a really sad news, I send all my thoughts to joe's strummer friends and family; He was one of the great person we have in our youth and we will always reminds his voice and integrity;
all my best
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I can´t yet belive it´s true. Thank you for everything you gave to us. Learning us that you can be intressed by politics and still have a drink and a smile. Tank you for the music and the lyrics thats changed a whole generation.
Balsam, Stockholm, Sweden.
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i am in france. i am very sad. i'm cryinggg....bye joe, give a regard to elvis and joe ramone....
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Thanks for the music , it helped at all the right times.
Sincerely, rot
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We will never forget you, Joe Strummer.
I am very sad.
Manuel Jung, Germany
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Condolences to Joe's family, The best musician I ever saw and am likely ever to see.
Memories of seeing the Clash over 20 years ago will last with me forever!!
Ian Keyte
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I went to work yesterday. And knew nothing of Joe's death, I wore my london calling T-shirt, My Mgr. says oh you wore that today? But of course I replied The greatest band in the world, She says than you heard, heard what. That Joe Strummer died this morning. I broke down, she had no clue Idid not know. Not Cobain or Ramone in hearing there deaths was I choked up as much as my rock & roll hero, yes that's right at 35 years old I have a hero (the world needs more) He will never be forgot. of all days I put that old black T-shirt on and go about my day. Something has to be said about 12/23/2002
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...we will not see the likes of joe strummer again. thanks for everything joe!
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We will miss you Joe. You will never know how many lives you influenced through your music, but you always knew that you made a difference.
We will all miss you here at www.fidelche.com dangerous designs
"No gods no masters"
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Like a bolt from the blue. Cannot stand the heat.
Thank you Joe for the many great songs.
I respect you, and keepon loving you.
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I never met Joe Strummer but everything I've heard or read about him seemed to indicate that he was a great person. That he was also in the greatest band of all time seems almost secondary. R.I.P.
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mi ricorderò per tutta la vita il giorno che sono riuscito ad ascoltare la tua grinta e la tua voglia di gridare al mondo le tue idee, le NOSTRE idee!!!!nel mio cuore riserverò per sempre uno spazio solo per te JOE!!
Giacomo.Bologna.Italia
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Really gutted. Still I think He did a lot of good in his all too short time here
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you will
be missed, thanks joe for the music. chris hill.
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the last 22 years i´ve only heard your music,see you 8 times in london and in germany, my life dream was to see you with mick,topper and paul!!!
a few ago i think i can realised it in 2003 at thee rock´n´roll hall of fame ceremony... i am in tears since yesterday...my deepest sympathy to your family and friends!!! you change my life forever...heroes and legends live forever..... i will never forget you.......
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Met Joe a while back – hung out in NYC and DC. At the time, I was promoting The Clash on my college radio show, and introduced them in concert, once. Besides being a prolific spokesperson for an understandably angry and frustrated youth faction, I found Joe to be genuine, humorous and kind.
May God protect and embrace the spirit of Joe Strummer, as he was and is a good and powerful individual. Perhaps, from his current perch, he can better correct the wrongs he so passionately wrote and sang about here on Earth.
PEACE is Somewhere!
Xyra
In his honor, I offer this song. Go here, if you'd like:
http://artists.mp3s.com/artist_song/1519/1519125.html
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Une prière de Jade Laurent et Perrine depuis Paris. Laurent
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now, i am listening to my friend's marvellous song "x-ray style" and i can't hide my tears. since 1978 he was inspiring me with his song. we, joes's fans, are proud of him. of his music and of his political discourse. we will not forget him and his songs. ahmet tulgar from turkey istanbul
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MY CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS, MUSIC WILL NEVER BE THE SAME AGAIN....
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I would like to offer my condolences to Joe's family and friends. He and The Clash had a tremendous impact on me when I was young, and the concerts at the Golden Hall, Hollywood Palladium and Long Beach Arena (plus a Pogues show in San Juan Capistrano) will be forever etched in my memory. Though I never knew Joe personally, this is a great loss to me. Vaya con dios. ~Scott
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a legend has gone ,you changed our lives. R.est I.n P.unk GLASGOW CLASS WAR .ROCK AGAINST THE RICH. WWW.CLASSWARUK.ORG
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I remember the first time I heard a Clash song. It inspired me and still does. Thanks and I will pray for your family. Rest in peace Joe. Chip Wood
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thanks joe, that all i can say
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Merci pour tout Joe...tu m'as ouvert les yeux et tu m'as fait aimer le BON son ! A jamais dans ma tête et mon coeur...
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I'll never forget the emotion and my feelings after seeing The Clash in NY in 1979. I left the venue knowing I just witnessed something great, and I've never had a feeling even close to that seeing hundreds of shows since.
I've been a fan since the beginning and the news yesterday just tore me apart.
I closed the door to my office at work and cried like a lost a close family member. We lost a great one yesterday, but thank god we had you for a short time. You were a hero in an age of none!
Luv ya Joe!
Phil in NYC
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I was deeply shocked to hear today on christmas eve that Joe Strummer has passed away. The Clash truly were the only rock n roll band that mattered in the wake of the punk explosion accros the world. Music is truly timeless, i was born in 1982 missing the heyday of the Clash but the music of Clash and Strummer has been etched into my life. London Calling will remain to be my all time favorite album.
Although deemed primative in one sense, the Clash were so advanced on another level expressing and an array of musical styles and with strong political undertones, a political undertone that was almost completely absent (except for maybe Springsteen)in the pop music world in the late 70's.
Strummer has carried on the legacy of the Clash playing diverse rock n roll with a message. A Strummer fan on the BBC condolence board stated that Che Guevara would wear a a t-shirt with Strummers face on it!
We have recently mourned the loss of many legands from the music world, John Lee Heeker, Ian Dury, Joey Ramone, and John Entwistle. It is sad to have another one join them, still energetic, creative and only so young. Stay Free Joe.
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Your spirit lives on Joe you made your mark on earth and we will all be together someday to rock again.
Peace One love
Barry Hoff New York
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Quite simply an insperation to hundreds of musicians & music fans everywhere, i'm sure I wouldnt be listening to what I listen to today if it wasnt for the Clash, Mick Jones & of course the wonderful Joe Strummer.
R.I.P Joe.
Jace Ryan, Bourne, Lincolnshire, England.
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A sad day...
I remember the Clash at "La Villette", opening the gig with "London Calling".I remember their concerts at the theater of Mogador.An explosive mixture of anger and generosity, energy and insolence, talent and humour.
A sad day for his family, his friends...for all of us.
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Quite simply an insperation to hundreds of musicians & music fans everywhere, i'm sure I wouldnt be listening to what I listen to today if it wasnt for the Clash, Mick Jones & of course the wonderful Joe Strummer.
R.I.P Joe.
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I went to see the Clash that night at the "old" Bond's club. Thinking I was among the few that knew about this amazing group called, The Clash. How suprized I was to find the place packed with like minded music afficianatos of a Band and a front man of such rare and wonderful talent. You said soooooo, much through your music and poetry. And made one girl from the New Jersey subburbs feel not so strange and out of place. Unfortunately that night Bond's was close by the NYFD for being over the limit for people in the club but this wasn't before we heard some music. I got to see them later at other venues and for that I will all ways be greatful. Rest in peace and we'll see you in concert on the other side.
DAG
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ragazzi,
domani è Natale, ma per me non sarà possibile gioire come per tutti gli altri finora passati.
Joe, mi manchi.
Nicola, Pistoia, Italia
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You will live in our hearts forever.
Thanks for all.
Wolfgang
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I was 17 when John Lennon died, it troubled me. On Monday December 23/02 I heard the terrible news about Joe. I never new that Joe had held such a special place in my heart.My feeling of loss is overwhelming considering that I only knew Joe through his music.The old saying "only the good die young" aptly applies. Joe will be truly missed. Yours Truly, Robert Carlson
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I can´t believe it. The greatest rock singer ever. I miss you Joe. I´ve never see you but you´re part of me. Thank You Joe,
See you soon.
Alfon
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si è spenta una grande voce
from italy
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I don't have much to say at this moment except: Joe, many many thanks for all these years. The Clash was the best and you were (and still are) the best of the best. Have a nice dream.
Goran Kardas
Croatia.
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My son is thirteen months old. The only songs I know by heart are Joe Strummers. My son sleeps every night with The Prisoner, Lost in the Supermarket, Stay free, Bank robber. I cried all night last night whille singing my son to sleep. Thanks joe.
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step light' stay free' thanks
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I am deeply saddend and devistated to hear of Joe's passing. He was a wonderful musician and performer in my eyes. Although I am only 17 yrs old I am a extreme fan and will always have the memory of his contribution to all of music. His lyrics were so true and his music was so brilliant. My thoughts go out to his family and friends. May Joe Strummer live on in everyones hearts. May he rest in peace. - Karen, Massachusetts(You Are my Hero!!!...forever!):'(
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I still can`t believe it. Ten years after the first time I listened to The Clash and it changed me at all. Thanks for all Joe
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THANKS AGAIN FOR WHAT YOU DID-
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We are saddened by the loss of our favorite singer songwriter. The music world will greatly miss Joe Strummer and his unique voice in the industry.
God Bless!!1
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I heard the news this morning on the radio, I had to put my car on the side of the road,wait a little bit. I took off the cd that was in the cd player,and I put Joe latest one as loud as I can.
Thank you Joe, we will miss you.
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GOOD BYE JOE. SING FOR US IN THE SKY. YOUR VOICE AND YOUR SOUL WILL NER DIE. THANK YOU
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This man has changed my musical life, and my Life. Forever.
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im only 13 years old, but i love joe and the clash's music. we will all miss you joe. you really changed a lot of our lives, including my own. R.I.P. Joe Strummer
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I guess I should add my own recollection of meeting him at the bar with Kosmo in the Peppermint Lounge around 1982. I noticed him first but I was afraid to approach. He flashed me a grin and so I came over. He saw my 'X' armband and told me Exene Cervenka was upstairs in the private room (but of course, mere mortals couldn't get in there). I asked if "The Prisoner" was about the Patrick McGoohan show of the same name which I loved. He said it was, but that the reference was not so much in the oblique lyrics as in the music. He had difficulty describing exactly how that was accomplished (understandable, considering it was Jones' song and that Jones was the more-musically adept, and combined with the noise of the bar and the fact he had a couple of beers in him, all added to blur the explanation). Which dovetails nicely into that even though we didn't always know exactly what Joe was singing about, he was always sincere in his emotion. And that came through loud and clear.
I just think it's a terrible shame he couldn't hold the original Clash lineup together just a little longer and that they didn't read their CBS contract which called for five albums (regardless of length) a little more closely.--audiocarp in New York, 12/24/02
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Songs like the ones Joe wrote will not come around again. Songs with passion,attitude,intelligence and respectability.
We have truly lost a great artist.
He will be missed, but will definitely not be forgotten.
Sleep well Joe, Youve earned it.
Rob P.
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Gracias por enseñarnos a lanzar nuestras ideas y nuestros sentimientos al mundo y por compartir los tuyos con todos nosotros. Londres llamó y el mundo entero respondió.
Ve con Dios Joe.
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Songs like the ones Joe wrote will not come around again. Song's with passion,attitude,intelligence and respectability.
We have truly lost a great artist.
He will be missed, but will definitely not be forgotten.
Sleep well Joe, You've earned it.
Rob P.
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Another important person for Rock n'Roll go away like Joey and dee Dee Ramone but like them you lives always in our heart .Andrew
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my hero is dead...
he gave me power
and always will...
as a musician, political man, brave man.
shay
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thanks joe you will never die.
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in these days I don´t know what to sing- the more I know the less my tune can swing...I will, like the rest of you, miss him deeply and sadly. private stuff, but when my relationship broke up a month ago his/the clash`s music was one of the few things that helped through the nights.
it´s like he gave me support for one last time before he passed away.and now he`s gone... thank you, i love you, good-bye -alex
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"In 1977,
I hope I go to Heaven..."
Joe is well on his way to Higher, Smoother Ground. JS, FOREVER! (1952-2002)
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Oh my God...
I can't take it htat joe strummer died. He was one of the greatest people in the rock buisiness and a fabolous songwriter...
The world has lost another great human being
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I started to think, to love, to vomit, to dream with The Clash, and specially with the songs and the words of Joe Strummer. All my love to his family. London's Calling bye bye.Rest in peace. -Marçal Guasch Berenguer-
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Dearest Joe, thank you so much for everything-this world is even worst without you around, the most exciting human being I ever met in this cruel industry. We all miss you deeply. See you later pal. Nicholas Triandafyllidis
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Joe....you're only 50 but in 50 years you have done more and more than politics or false heroes....i will never forgive u...you're my master, my god, my father and i'm listening you also now....ti voglio tanto bene joe...e spero che i tuoi figli siano come te...un saluto dall'italia
rip
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Farwell to the last man of the last band that mattered. Stay free. DRK, Detroit, MI
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Thanks for everything Joe!!!!!!!!
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We will all miss you Joe. Thanks for your work, we will never forget. Rest In Peace.
John
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Questa mattina, mentre sfogliavo il messaggero, sono stato subito catturato dalla foto di Joe; il grande leader dei Clash, pensavo che fosse stata annunciata una riunione dei Clash, mentre sono rimasto sbalordito, quando,in sotto titolo, ho letto la sua morte!
Condoglianze alla famiglia..
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in these times of superficial and empty pop culture, his political voice is truly missed.....and with his passing, the utter rarity of courage becomes bleakly clear. His music and lyrics influenced us all social and politically.
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Joe, thanks for the tunes! Mario from Toronto.
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RIP Joe, You were an inspiration to many people, and certainly influenced me in my teens and throughout my life thus far. My thoughts are with your family and close friends. Thanks for making a difference, you may be gone but your spirit will live for ever in your music and lyrics.
Mark. Glos
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My heart goes out to Joe's family & friends at this dreadful time.
I hope that somehow the knowledge that he was so loved & respected can be of some solace to them & everyone else.
We won't forget you Joe.Thanks for what you did for us.
David/St Thomas.
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Because of The Clash, I believe, since 20 years, a little bit more in humans and, in fact, curiosly,... in future,.....
Thanks Joe.
Manu/Paris
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The true rebel with a true cause, musician, poet and MAN.
London Calling, an old LP of mine with scratches and bruises and his rough voice inside, I will take care of it forever and ever.
Thanks Joe, you made my childhood better.
Giulio
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the Clash was just one of those bands, and Joe was just one of those people. they both rocked the socks off the world.
-Kaitlin
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A tragic loss. The world is a less interesting place than it was 2 days ago with Joe's passing. I thought he'd outlive us all - I imagined him like Greil Marcus once wrote, at age 80, in Wellingtons, playing the old folk tune "London Calling" in some pub in England. He was so vital, so alive, right up to the end, its almost impossible to imagine that this could happen.
I saw him twice last Spring in Brooklyn and the first night was one of the very best concerts I've ever seen - the band was jet lagged but somehow Joe always whipped that negative energy into something bigger than any of the band members. Plus Mick Jones was in the house, and I do think that contributed to Joe's enthusiasm. Just last month Joe and Mick played on stage for the first time since 1983, with Mick joining for encores at a Mescalaros concert (fittingly a fire fighters benefit in Acton.) I saw a spot of video footage and a tear came to my eye I was so happy to see them together, and they were both grinning ear to ear. Mick said at the time that it just felt like the right time, and I guess he was right.
You should see the emailed tributes on the bbc site or strummersite.com - last night there were 3 web pages of tributes on strummersite.com, it would have taken hours to read them all, really amazing the number of people around the world he personally touched. With me it was just simple eye contact and a motion to his road manager to let myself and my sister into a soundcheck. With others it was beers, huge hugs, hotel rooms for those without a place to stay, deep conversations, letting a fan dance or sing with him on-stage, and ultimate respect for humanity through a million small acts of kindness. If you've ever seen footage of the Clash singing Garageland in'77, Joe singing the chorus kneeling down with the mic in a huddle with the audience, the loving pat on the head from of the audience members, and the pure joy on Mick Jones' face as he watches this unfold, you know what I'm talking about. And he did it for over 25 years (with a 10 year break in the middle.) The only person who gave me hope after September 11 was Joe playing "Minstrel Boy" as tribute to the fallen to open his concert in Worcester and then bringing the audience together with his global music.
You can't look at any video or listen to any audio recordings and believe for a minute that he is really gone - his spirit will live on. My heart goes out to the family during the holiday season. Please find solace in the continuing impact Joe has on countless people's moral codes, values, and lives.
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To all the fans who R aware & really care...
Treasure knowing Joe through his music and B glad we know the difference between the "pretenders" and the Originals.
It's So heartwarming 2 C that "Punkrock" touched So many precious hearts whilst inspiring Joe and many others who came after. My condolences go out 2 The family and friends.
My prayers R sent 2 Joe joining the other Greats, out there in the Cosmos!
Long live "live" Music!!
Annabella (former Lead singer of BowWowWow)
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God bless you, Joe, the way you blessed us.
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never stop rockin guy!
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A devastating loss to the world - a great guy from the greatest ever band. My thoughts go out to Joe's family and friends at this terrible time - I hope the love we all feel for Joe is some comfort.
John
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I never will forget you Joe,
you will life forever in your music.
RIP
your Fan forever
Petra
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you will always live in our hearts.RIP
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My sixteen-year-old son gave me the news yesterday "Mum, something sad has happend, Joe Strummer is dead..." I was sixteen 1977 and Joe´s voice and the Clash said it all. Joe Strummer was one of my heroes. The world feels like an empty place today.
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We all raised our glasses last night at the man city match as a mark of respect ,we,re all shocked and saddened ,my thoughts go to the family who i can remember dancing to joe at glastonbury at the side of the stage,we,re all very sad,deano manchester.
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joe this is painfull- but you and the Who got me thru life. every morning before school it was the Who,the Clash and Bob dylan- It got me aware,ready for their go at me with hyprocy. I'm alive cause ov you joe. Mate,I'll always love what you gave my life- Stregnth,fire,entelligently channelled anger...hope.
see you some eternity,till then adios my bandito- along live the clash!
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No words are enoug. Thanks for all the inspiration and priceless moments you have passed on with the Clash and latter on.
Thorgej Steen Hansen, Denmark
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what can one say. it's only starting to sink in. He was my inspiration. one hundred per cent combustible. I saw JOe in the street in 1990, just off the portobello rd, I had the chance at last to say g'day to my hero. but i just stood gaping like an idiot. But Joe had a big heart, I know. He was an ordinary guy. ordinary in the proper sense. He was hugely talented but, he suffered self doubt sometimes, not blind ego hubris. I feel utterly heart broken. Joe thank you for your songs, for your massive heart and for your integrity.
I guess I'll get over your passing, even if it was like a kick in the stomach. deep love and respect JOe. condolences to JOes family and close friends.
Greg Redfern/Sydney
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Thank you, Joe, for everything. You have been a constant inspiration to me, musically, socially, politically. You will live long in the memory of anyone lucky enough to have heard your music.
Goodbye, Joe.
Fred
What was PUNK? No 'Pistols', No 'No NY', No 'Nosepins',I belive the world will know that it was your voice. Thank you JOE, I hope you a good luck in heaven.
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Joe Strummer was an artist you could rely on, not only musical wise but also because his heart wa sin the right place. It is a sad and tragic loss.
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I was never fortunate enough to see the Clash perform live, but their influence on me was very great. I would NEVER have discovered reggae were it not for the Clash. Joe was an icon and a groundbreaking artist to millions (of whom I am only one), who loved the person and the music. Love to Joe's family. This is Joe Public speaking! PUNK ROCK! Andy Terwilleger, Ft. Lauderdale, Fl. U.S.A.
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Blessings and prayers to the famiy of Joe Strummer. We will all miss his music and his generosity.
Be well.
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C'est avec peine que j'ai appris hier la disparition de Joe Strummer. I'll miss you.
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Why Joe? You were my hero when I was 14 and listening to the Clash. You still were last week aged 39!, unfortunately it looks like you will now always be my guitar hero.
Keith Matheson McLaughlin
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I'm terrible at this kind of thing, putting what I feel into words that reflect how amazing of a person you were and sending my deepest sympathies out to those closer to you now terribly distraught by your passing, but that's basically it. I don't know how to express how lost and hurt I feel and a great many others feel, you've touched a lot of lives and The Clash had a huge impact on music in such a way that we're all left eternally grateful; I just hope we can all find some sort of solace in the lovely music left behind, and in the fact that you've found contentment rocking out elsewhere.
With a sad heart of my own I send my love out to you all, especially those that were very close to him, because I know he will be missed immeasurably.
Take care <3
Lisa
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il desiderio di poter vedere le tue corde vibrare rimarrà solo un sogno adesso. grazie per quello che ci hai dato. addio joe. bicio da taranto
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you will be sadly missed you helped to change my life for the better. RIP. you will never be forgotten your music will live forever. paul gobbey, wellingborough, northants.
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It's difficult enough trying to explain to your 14 year old son just why bands like The Clash were so important to many of us when we were that old. Nowadays 'the kids' have MTV and the internet and all the things that we didn't have. Nor the fact that many of todays groups wouldn't be around if it wasn't for people like Joe. So I don't expect my kids to really understand just how much it hurts to hear this sad news. Just two years ago I mourned the loss of another great singer/songwriter, Kirsty MacColl - she was equally unique and talented. I saw The Clash about a dozen times in my teenaged years and they were The Best. I'm sure there sre people out there who remember the night at The Harlesden Roxy when the gig was cancelled but the band still turned up to talk to us all outside for hours. It's the little things like that that I shall always remember. The great thing about Joe was that if you saw him out at a gig he'd take time to speak to you, even if you were a spotty kid from the coast. It's hard to imagine the world without Joe - my heartfelt sympathies to his family and all who knew him well.
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The Clash was a band I could always depend on. The passing of Joe Strummer stings terribly. My heart goes out to his wife, children, family and friends. Thank you Joe!
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goodbye to one of the greatest influences on my life. every action of my life. you made a difference. made me a better person.
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our deep condolences to joe's family and friends
emir kusturica and the no smoking orchestra
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JOE, I MISS YOU!!! GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILIY!!!
TORSTEN FROM GERMANY
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When I got home yesterday I noticed that my "the story of the clash"-poster (which has been hanging on the wall since ´88) was almost fallen down. Couple of minutes later I checked the sad news a friend told me....
Lepää Rauhassa, Joe
Janne Lamponen, Finland
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thanks joe for 26 great years will neve be forgotten...love you to bits...r.i.p
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Joe, you're impact in the world of rock music is amazing. I, and many others thankyou for that. You truly are a f***ing saint.
R.I.P. Joe Strummer
1952-2002
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The most important musician of our century has gone. He has more talent than everybody else, he never run out of ideas and influenced a lot of songwriters. It´s hard to find words. Joe, I miss you and your music.
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definitely the most important man of rock's history. We will miss you. Sincere condoleances to the family.
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I'd just like to say that I'm extremely saddened by the news of the death of Joe Strummer. He was a legend, there is no doubt about it.
I'm only 19, I wasn't around at the time of the Clash, but I adore them, and Joe Strummer and the band will always live on. They inspired many great groups like Primal Scream, Stone Roses, Manic Street Preachers, and still influence groups today e.g. Black Rebel Motorcycle Club.
Your a hero Joe, and I thought your death would be missed by the newspapers, but it wasn't see today's independent.
RIP Joe, you'll live forever!!!
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He was the punk he was a legend....he was.....bye Joe
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there are no words to comment this sad event...thanks Joe, thanks for all the emotions! we'll never forget you! Italy loves you!!
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BYE BYE JOE!!!
YOU WERE THE BEST!!!
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joe strummer was more than a rock singer. for all people who love his lyrics , he was our conscience. he help us to grow and to understand the world. bono said that he wrote the rule book for u2. I think he wrote the rule book for all of us.
fight, dignity,honesty.
In france we call people like joe strummer "maitre a penser".
when I am listening to sandinista i'm not just listening to a real good music , i do a politic act.
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I can`t belive it, I refuse to belive it.
Joe was my hero and always will be.
Thanks for all
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Great man, great music, great talent. World will never be the same.
Rock the casbah forever!
Toni Kallioniemi
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those whom gods love, grow young.
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Joe always showed me the real way.Joe always taught me "Rudie Can't Fail".
I can't still believe the news that Joe died. But...Sad.
My Condolences to the Strummer family. Neco,Tokyo
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Joe Strummer was the guy who got me interested and music and life and everything. He was the first person I ever heard who said something real with his music. Fuck, I'll miss him so much.....
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Joe n'était pas une idole, mais bien plus : une référence. Qu'allons-nous devenir sans repère ? Vieillir, je suppose. Et mourir nous aussi. A bientôt, donc.
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Go easy, Step lightly. Stay free.
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Its all been said - but they were THE greatest gigs ever - particularly
chelmford 77, music machine 78 and the Acklam Hall Boxing day 79 when the band with Mickey Gallagher did 'keys to your heart'. Joe had a very big heart - a great man has been taken from our midst - Martin from the Romford
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deeply missed thank you for showing me the right way from 1977 to 2002 paul
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I grew up listening to The Clash and admiring Joe Strummer.
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Its all been said - but they were THE greatest gigs ever - particularly
chelmford 77, music machine 78 and the Acklam Hall Boxing day 79 when the band with Mickey Gallagher did 'keys to your heart'. Joe had a very big heart - a great man has been taken from our midst
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Cheers to you mate. Happy new year in heven. This beer go's out to you. Forever you will be in our heart like all the others. GG, Joey Ramone, Dee dee, Sid V... You got them all topped. Bless you, and thanks for all the fun. - Just another punk rocker.
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Will always remember you as the man at the front of the best ever rock'n'roll band there has ever been. Heaven watch out... GENIUS IN THE HOUSE! parapeet, Derby, England
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Joe, may you rest in peace. And don´t go straight to hell...
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PUNKROCK STARCIŁ SWOJEGO BEATLESA, A JA SWOJEGO IDOLA. ŁUKASZ, POLAND
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We sadly say goodbye to one of the greatest contributers of Rock and Roll History. Joe Strummer will never be forgotten. Our prayers are with Joe and his family. Angela
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Not much to say other than he will always be remembered. A giant. Thanks Joe.
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avevo 16 anni quando ho ascoltato per la prima volta il grido di una ribellione bianca, rimasi stordito per 30 secondi ma cambiato per una vita, grazie per averlo fatto, per avermi sollevato dal grigiore della merda che ci circonda; ti sono debitore e in qualche modo, anche se ora non so come, mi sdebiterò. Ti voglio bene e con me tanti altri ragazzi che non vogliono bruciare di noia. Porteremo sempre avanti la nostra ribellione, anche se non cambierà nulla nella società, però la società non ci avrà, non ci inquadrerà. Non credo nell'aldilà, ma da oggi ho un motivo per crederci: incontrarti Joe! Paolo, FERMO, ITALIA.
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Thank you Joe !!!!!!!!!!!!!
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joe is dead? i dont think so. right now i am listening to a clash lp and he is still there. thats the true. joe will be always alive. his lyrics will always be sung, his tunes will always inspirate. i was 16 when i first heard a clash song. my ideology, my dreams, my desires, my life changed. mr strummer was always friendly with others dreams. so, one year ago, joe came in greece and played live... great experience. now i am sure it was an experience "once in a life time". have a nice trip joe and be sure that your ideas will be always alive. that's a promise. goodbye joseph mellor. thanx for all. stelios, athens
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You wrote the soundtrack of my life...! Thank you for that!
Saw you three times, twice with the CLASH once with pogues.
Great moments in my life...
THANX FOR ALL... MISS YOU!
R.I.P. JOE STRUMMER KING OF PUNK`N`ROLL
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When I opened my eyes and ears as an adolescent the first thing I saw and heard was the Clash. OOOO-RAH Joe Strummer!!!!
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TWOJA MUZYKA ZMIENIŁA MÓJ śWIAT, IDE SIE ZALAĆ
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Words can't ever describe how I feel about the loss of this pioneer of great music and song writting. You where always true to yourself and your fans Joe. And with your great music and words you opened the door for other great bands that wanted to follow in your footsteps. Even though at times you were not appreciated or shown respect you never turned your back on what you believed in and who you where. I have only respect for a man like you. You will be well miss by others and your peers. Joe thank you for just being you and all of the great music you shared with you.
Tricia MCCauley New York, NY (I did it for Joe)
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sei stato la cosa più bella della mia vita
marco
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we will never forget you Joe.you will continue to inspire.
sleep well.
karl
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sei stato la cosa più bella mia vita
marco
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my prayers are wioth all those in derect conection with Joe and to those who arn't. You memory will live forever. Adam Hamilton
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I was going through a bad period of depression in the mid - seventies.Joe!your music & ethos were the light at the end of a dark tunnel - You may be gone mate - but your songs will last forever!
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How many of us know your lyrics by heart? "When they kick in your front door, how are you gonna come? With your hands on your head or on the trigger of your gun?" I never got to say thank you so very much for putting into words what burned inside us. We didn't feel so alone with that thin slab of vinyl spinning in the corner. The smiles will outlast the tears. You are my guitar hero! If you're in the crowd tonight have a drink on me. Go easy, step tight, stay free. I love you and you will always be in my heart and on my turntable- chuckgutz
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One of the greatests has gone. Joe had a real great (and i mean great) influence on my life. My best wishes to his family and friends. Your music will stay for the rest of my life. Thank you for it, Joe.
Peter
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Ricordo ancora quando ho ascoltato per la prima volta la tua musica !!e mi viene in mente l'allegria che mi metteva, Joe sei stato un grande !!! Antonio da Catania
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Joe to me you are the Punk Rocker in the UK! Stay free mate love Ferg & all the old punks in Weston-Super-Mare,Somerset
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Te vamos a echar de menos y no te preocupes por nosotros, seguiremos manteniéndonos libres. Gracias por todo.
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Joe hai lasciato il segno !!! sei stato un grande riposa in pace.
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Al piu' grande di tutti i tempi!Il mondo non è piu' lo stesso..Ascolto sleepwalk e mi vengono le lacrime..
Marco Pisaneschi Italia
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Seeing Joe tear through The Magnificent Seven at 1000mph allowed me to live the dream. Like my other hero Springsteen I wore that Telecaster as I lay awake in my bed ready to change the world. For the better. Joe was England's finest and next time I see Jonesy over coffees in Ladbroke Grove we'll shake and agree on it. Andy Threlfall
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I've been a fan of the Clash since I was a teenager. Unfortunately I was too young to see them live, however, I've got every one of the albums and I think they're all great! I'm so sorry to hear about Joe's death...he will be missed greatly.
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Joe Strummer a name that changed the worlds music forever
Look forward to the day we'll meet up again.
Ben Stanmore.
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My deepest condolences go to Joe's family and friends at this sad time. Joe's music woke me up to what life was about and has had a profound effect on many, many people around the world. Joe's music will live on and his legacy even further.
With sympathy
Steve M
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The things, ya create are a piece of my life my hart....thanks.
tommy augsburg germany.
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i heard the clash and knew music was dirty and fierce. we'll miss you.
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London has lost a native son - the Westway will never seem the same. Thanks for the energy Joe - The Lyceum, Victoria Park...
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I saw you in Cardiff 1977 and again 1999...have worn out my Clash tapes many times...Just can't believe its over...a huge part of my life has gone...RIP
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People "looked" at other punk bands but they "listened" to the Clash.
A huge part of my growing up and forming my view of the world was done with that band as the soundtrack.
My most sincere sympathies to the family.
Sara
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Farewell But Not Goodbye
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the world is a much poorer place with the loss of joe strummer
chris, derby, uk.
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Thanks for this time.You`ll be missed
Michael in Denmark
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So sad - a sudden death. Many sympathies to Joe's family and friends. He was so much loved by his fans. I really enjoyed watching him perform, like he never lost his spirit and energy and influence, bourne out in the fact that he could perform Clash songs and not sound like a washed up rocker or soming cashing in on his notoriety. 'White Riot', 'Tommy Gun', they all still sounded brilliant. I'm sad I'll never see you play again,
SARAHxxx
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your greatness will never be forgotten ..............vai joe...............
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thank you joe.I love your spirit.
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Deep from my heart,I would like to send my condolence to the family.
1977,Joe changed my life.the influence will have been going on until the day I drop.
2002 in Fuji Rock Festival,you gave me an idea how a rocker survive.
Thank you for everything you have done,Joe.
I will keep on R+R ! !
SLICK CAT KEN from Tokyo with LUV+RESPECT
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Goodbye Joe. You are one of the greatest rockmusicians ever. I still listen to your beautiful music. Rest in peace.
Tom van den Berg
Almelo, The Netherlands
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I'm sure Hendrix, Morrison, Bolan, Mercury and Joplin will have a place for you in the great band in the sky. Your music will live on forever Joe!
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I'm shocked. Joe (and The Clash) changed my life. When Clash music found it's way to my rural (and "Safe") American home in 1979 I wanted to be as passionate, well-spoken, talented, courageous and open as Joe. I had found my pop idol. Thanks Joe.
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Descanse em Paz!!!
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Joe Strummer was certainly needed now in this time, more than ever. And so I am even more sad to hear of his passing -- but his music, for those who will listen, will absolutely continue to have a positive affect on the planet. He changed the planet. He was a hero.
Jane in Europe
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I WAS FORTUNATE ENOUGH TO SEE AND MEET JOE.HE HAS GIVEN ME MANY YEARS OF ENJOYMENT AND I AM PROUD TO HAVE BEEN A CLASH FAN.THE ANGELS WILL NOW BE MOVING TO THE CLASH CITY ROCKERS.................
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Very sad at the news of Joe's passing, my favorite show ever as the in summer 82 in SF,CA where the English Beat opened for the Clash on the Rock the Casbah tour.....
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London's crying.
You've been called up
the law won
missyou forever.
Olivier from france
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Joe's music kicked my ass when I first heard it as a teenager, and it still keeps me going today. I am terribly sad upon hearing of his passing. May peace be with him and his family.
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If i could of met anyone in the world it would of been Joe, he was a constant inspiration through from rebellious times as a youth to my adult years, God Bless you Joe and thoughts are with your family. Who would of thought that when Joe was writing White Riot all those years ago that he would of had a special mention in all the mainstream and daily news bulletins here in the UK. "These are the things in life that make it so interesting and amuzing", to quote the man himself. God Bless you Joe.
Andy B
Lancashire
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I remember I was 12 and my first album was "Give'em enough rope"
I remember the energy
I remember I learned that Rock'n roll could have a social conscious
I remember all those days (and nights) with THE voice of Joe
I remember so much things…
And I just can say thanks
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Thanks for all you gave me and everyone all over the world, my heart goes out to your family and friends. We have lost the greatest writer and musician from the punk movement, you will be missed by all
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as i sat flipping the channels taking my last sips, i learned of this tragic news, on my 40th birthday. i couldn't believe it. not my friend, joe. i was to see them one more time.....
the only band that matters made a tremendous influence on me during some very difficult years. i came to realize that maybe i was blessed to grow up at the right time, to have such influences.
my heart weeps for your family and close friends. i will mourn for quite a while......
peace (to all)
tom scudder
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La alhambra está triste, pues se ha ido un granadino de pro, que por azares del destino nació en inglaterra. hasta siempre joe!!!!
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I send my condolences to the man who made me start making music filling my heart with love for life and rebellion..thanks Joe..i'll miss you so so much
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im so sad, Joe i love you , so many of my mates all love you. i dont have heroes but you are the number 1 man.your music has been a massive influence in my life, your on my wavelength. id listen to give em enough rope all day everyday .at one time when i lived in london.when i die i want island hopping played at my funeral. i love you and will allways have a big place in my heart for you, rest in peace joe, love john xxxxx
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May you rest in peace. You were the "wondering minstrel" of our times, telling us the truth and questioning reality. you will be missed.
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I'm very sad for this tragical event. I loved Joe and his music. His legacy
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La muerte es la unica cita que no esta anotada en nuestra agenda.
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I wish I was half the man you were Joe. Love to your family at this very sad time.
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one of the most important men in rock´n´roll history has left us. it´s so sad. but his music will never die...cheers joe
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I am so sad I don't know what to say. Joe Strummer and the Clash made such a lasting impression on me when I first heard them in 1977. The world is a little less brighter now. My condolences to Joes family in this tragic time.
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Hey Joe
Someone once said to me - You dont regret the things in life that you do its the things that you don't do that you regret. How I wish I had gone to see you and the Mesky's in Edinburgh last month instead of waiting till you came back next year. Thanks for being with us for the last 25 years. My thoughts are with your loved ones.
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So sad to hear the news, the man was far too young to be silenced. The best tribute to Joe (and the rest of the Clash) was a song by a band out of Chicago named the Bushwackers. They had a song called "Strummer-Jones" that was a true love song to their heroes. I'm sure that today they are quite sad, as are all fans of the one true band.
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I am stunned and saddened to hear that Joe Strummer's no longer with us. I'm certainly not going to be the only person to say that the uncompromising music he created with the Clash changed my life and pointed me in a totally new direction musically. I was fortunate enough to see him perform several times, and met him in Chicago after the Mescaleros performed here in 1999. He was very gracious, took time after the show to chat with all the fans and sign autographs, taking us all to a local bar afterwards, giving his credit card to the bartender, and treating about 20 or thirty of us to whatever we wanted on his tab. What we all really wanted was to hang out with him, and that's what we got to do, for the next couple of hours, chatting with him over pints of cider. A brilliant performer, songwriter and lyricist, and a magnificent human being, he will be...IS being missed. My heart goes out to his family, his band and his friends, who must be tremendously shocked by his sudden passing.
He is gone but will never be forgotten...in the soul of every rock musician in this world who's worth a damn, the music of Joe Strummer lives on; and Joe will be taking the stage every night in all our hearts forever.
Mark Donaghey, Chicago, IL
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Lennon & McCartney,Jagger & Richards,Strummer & Jones,.........Straight To Heaven Joe,........and rest in peace......one of the greatest.
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Our home resounds not to the sounds of Christmas but to the inspiration that was Joe and The Clash. Forever in our hearts and minds. A great human being...
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my condolences ... joe touched all our lives , we will all miss him very much. peace, emmett pearce
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I'm so sad , joe has been a good teacher for me , certainly the best...
When i was a young boy , i remember the first time i heard London calling,
IT WAS SO POWERFULL ...Well, Rest in peace Joe,Thanks again for all the stuff you made .
A Frenchy Spanish fan for ever.
Manuel Castillo
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Should I Stay or Should I Go ?
Now we know the sad answer
Love & affection to Luce & the 3 girls
Olivier, Paris France
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Only ever met the man once, back at the Notting Hill Carnival during in the mid-Eighties, carrying a young baby in his arms, enjoying the sun and the sounds. "Allright Joe?". His response was warm and friendly, as it must have been to the many thousands of greetings he replied to that day, millions over the years. He was one of us, yet the best of the bunch. Saw him first play with the Clash at Victoria Park and went with my wife-to-be last year to see the Mescaleros at the Academy. Sing-along-a-Clash for the last time. What a long, strange twenty-five years it's been. Have lost some good friends along the way – Combat Rock reminds me of one of the closet, acid-fried memories of Straight to Hell as a soundtrack to the Falklands War, play it again as they're gearing up for Gulf Syndrome Part 2. Now my closest friend is my lover and fiancé, twelve years younger than me though still enamoured by the sights and sounds of the Last Gang in Town. Stroll on sweet man. You were loved by so many. May that love support the family who've been so abruptly left behind.
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JOE STRUMMER WHAT A PIONEER WIDE AWAKE AT A TIME WHEN THINGS NEEDED TO CHANGE HE PUT PEN TO PAPER AND SAID WHAT HE THOUGHT. HE MADE US ALL THINK ABOUT FIGHTING BACK HAVING AN OPINION OF OUR OWN AND STUCK TO HIS BELIEFS RIGHT THROUGHOUT FANTASTIC SONGS FANTASTIC LYRICS TOP GEEZER WE,LL ALL MISS YOU NOT BEING AROUND JOE PUBLIC RIP
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I remember buying sandinista in 1984, and thinking this is a f***ing good record and a love affair with the clash began and the images of Joe Strummer with the Question mark on the back of his giutar gave him that rebal look i aspired to.He was a great musician and a great public voice, not afraid to speak his mind. He will be missed, Thankyou for bankrobber thankyou for the songs. Respect where respect is due. RIP. from Jonathan Taylor (31)
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I ve heard your unforgetable and personal voice during 15 years...
from THE CLASH to Mescaleros... I will never forget the first time
I heard London Calling... THANK YOU JOE !
rest in peace....
From Barcelona, Dave.
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I was driving this evening and changing channels on the radio when all of a sudden I heard "Jimmy Jazz". I thought that was strange because radio stations in America usually don't play that, they play the "hits". And then "Hateful" came on and etc...and I was elated. They are playing all of London Calling! Then after the last song the D.J. announced Joe's death and my heart sank. It is a sad day for Clash City Rockers! I feel like a piece of my youth has been fucking ripped away from me. But the memories are still strong. I lost my dad to a heart attack last May. I have felt the painful sorrow that his wife and daughters are going through right now, my deepest condolences. Ciao Joe I'll be toasting my next pint at the bar to you while blasting Clash music out of the jukebox. Brian, San Diego, California
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I heard the news about Joe passing yesterday night and I cried. The clash changed my life, I grew up listening to their music. Joe is not only the best frontman i've ever seen on stage, not only the legendary singer of the greatest band of the R’n’R history, but a special, wonderful person. His music influenced many bands around the world and his thought changed the life of many people.
My deepest, sincerest condolences to Joe’s family and friends
We will all miss you, Joe,
You will never be forgotten.
Ciao,
Francesco, Italia
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A phenomenal man, inspired me to pick up a guitar and join a band. I only saw him play last month in Blackpool, he had the same energy then as when I saw The Clash in 1982. My heart goes out to his friends and family.
John
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Salut Joe,
Tu vas tous nous manquer !!!
Stay Free
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thank you very much
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Joe, ik moet al heel de dag aan je denken.
Jan
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Thanks Joe for enhancing my youth.I have such wonderful memories of some of the gigs I saw you playing.You will be missed
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un triste dia, se ha ido un gran musico..su musica vivira eternamente.
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Thanks for the inspiration to live life a little better.
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.........the light is gone.......god bless you big joe......bye bye....the king is gone but is not forgotten.......
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I am gutted and feel like a part of me has passed away with you Joe. Your music lifted me when I was down and I grew up with your tunes through the good and bad times. Musically speaking, you played a massive part in the formation of my musical tastes and I dread to think what I'd be into had you not done what you did! I owe you an awful lot, you were a great man.
My condolences to your family and friends, its never a good time for something like this to happen but saddening it was so close to xmas.
You may be gone from the earth but you and your music will always be in my head until I come and join you.
Alan
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My sincere condolences to Joe's family and friends. I will miss him.
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This is a sad day for rock and roll. Joe was an important part of music history, it saddens me that we're not hearing about his death in the way that we did when Joey Ramone died. I think almost every post-Clash band had some sort of Clash influence somewhere. You will truley be missed. RIP.
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From Barcelona I ve heard your unforgetable voice
during 15 years from the CLASH to Mescaleros.
I will never forget the first time I heard London Calling...
---- rest in peace ... and THANK YOU JOE !
Dave.
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Another hero dies too young, all dreams of the Clash reforming are gone, but their music lives on. Close your eyes and remember.
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a sad loss he did alot for music
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Go straight to heaven Joe... Chriss, Milan (Italy)
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Quite simply a hero. Saw him recently at Newcastle just brilliant.
God bless you Joe.
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My first ever live gig was The Clash Dec 20th 1978 at wolverhampton civic hall (Engalnd) from that moment on The Clash turned me in to the person I am today.21yrs later at the same venue Joe and the mesc's brought all the feelings back and made me want to play in a band again (after 5yrs doing fuck all). Thats what Joe did best he made you believe in the fun of it all.music trully has died now !!!!!!!.
Heart felt sympathy to Joe's wife and Kids.
T.J
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The Clash changed my life
"You're my guitar hero"
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it is a great one lost in the music, charmed me for its form to think and to do music.
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Joe...Thanks for such great music. You'll never be forgotten. R.I.P
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Joe, thank You for the great music and the joy!
Schlafe wohl! R.I.P.
Hedi
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Thank you, Joe Strummer, for your art and your way of thinking. Since my youth I have been influenced by Joe Strummer and The Clash. Later I learned that Joe Strummer was in various ways a very critical man, full of sceptisism, power and, not at least, joy. Beside his great qualities as a musician and singer/songwriter he was a good actor. Once again: Joe Strummers influence on me and my music is very deep. Music now is poorer. All the best wishes to his wife and kids.
Gerrit Walter, Freiburg, Germany
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Horribly sad, Joe was unique, he's irreplaceable. Those of us who were lucky enough to have seen the Clash and also The Meskies live know best. Joe's left a legacy of truly great music and lyrics but the sight of a fired up Joe, spitting out the lyrics with real conviction, leg pounding away, hand thrashing his battered telecaster, that's the image that burns as bright in my mind now as it first did in 79. The loss of no one else apart from my family could have hurt me so much. I owe you so much. RIP Joe
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i respected him for his musicianship
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You are difinitely the punk rocker and I guess you would be playing music in the heaven until you get kicked out from it.
Rest in peace.
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what a bad christmas news. i listen to his music since the early 80ies!
bye joe!
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Weihnachten 2002, all around the globe Joes and the Clashtunes are in the atmosphere, thousend of LPs and CDs are running in this moment. I hear "complete controll" in the moment.
Unbelievable
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THE TRUE DEFINITION OF PUNK= JOE STRUMMER
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rip joe we will be with you forever
people from poland (gdansk)
punks not dead
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Your music and ideas live on.
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Et merde, tu vas me manquer Joe ! Aujourd'hui, je pense aux gens que j'aime et avec qui j'ai ecoute les Clash. On a partage de bons moments et aujourd'hui on partage la meme tristesse. En lisant tous ces messages, je suis contente de voir que Joe Strummer est si important pour tant de gens. Le rock and roll a perdu une partie de son ame mais le rock n'est pas mort !
I'll miss you Joe ! Today, I think of people I love and I used to listen to The Clash with. We shared great moments and now we share the same sadness. I read many messages and I'm happy to see that Joe Strummer was so important for so many people. Rock and Roll has lost a part of its soul but rock is not dead !
Rudie can't fail.
Cathy - Lille in France
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I am stunned and saddened to hear that Joe Strummer's no longer with us. I'm certainly not going to be the only person to say that the uncompromising music he created with the Clash changed my life and pointed me in a totally new direction musically. I was fortunate enough to see him perform several times, and met him in Chicago after the Mescaleros performed here in 1999. He was very gracious, took time after the show to chat with all the fans and sign autographs, taking us all to a local bar afterwards, giving his credit card to the bartender, and treating about 20 or thirty of us to whatever we wanted on his tab. What we all really wanted was to hang out with him, and that's what we got to do, for the next couple of hours, chatting with him over pints of cider. A brilliant performer, songwriter and lyricist, and a magnificent human being, he will be...IS being missed. My heart goes out to his family, his band and his friends, who must be tremendously shocked by his sudden passing.
He is gone but will never be forgotten...in the soul of every rock musician in this world who's worth a damn, the music of Joe Strummer lives on; and Joe will be taking the stage every night in all our hearts forever.
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And i look to my lend, and i look to my life... the fight continues!
My condolences to the family and friends. From Barcelona: Hasta siempre!
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you influenced us so much.your music was amazing and it had a purpose.we're gonna miss you so much.good luck on your journey.my condolences with his family and friends and people who love him as much as i do.bye joe - you rock our world.
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it's sad, all my favourite musicians are rockin' in heaven now and i can only see them when my time has come. but until then i will keep up beautiful memories in my head and bring their songs to the people who never heard of them. R.I.P. JOE and say hello up there to Joey, DeeDee and Johnny i miss you guys
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From italian clash fan since 1978. R.I.P.
Gianluca "Clash 64"
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why?
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Cant Write Like You Could.. But I Know How Your Words made Me Feel... Just So Sad About This... Adios Amigo..
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I am only a simple man from Italy, who started to understand the world listening to the songs of Joe. I will miss you so much. Joe, you will be always in my heart.
David
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I met Joe for the first time just one month ago, after being a fan for 23 years.
Everything that has been said about him is true. I found him so down to earth and he listened intently to everything I had to say. I true gentleman.
He will be remembered as a true legend, and a passionate and intelligent guy.
Simply irreplacable.
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Ya no está uno de los hombres que me han enseñado, no como músico, sino como persona. Ha sido una especie de padre, me acordaré siempre de él.
Desgraciadamente las letras de The Clash siguen estando vigentes; Espero que se sigan escuchando y que sirvan de ejemplo a los grupos y a todo el mundo en general.
El mundo necesita más a Joe Strummer que Joe Strummer al mundo.
Hasta siempre querido amigo, te queremos mucho :_)
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Honour and Respect for the great Man and superb Artist we've lost.
I'll keep on dancing on the chords of that ROKKA-RAGGA-SONG.On and on.
Jò Campana
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What a sad moment, a pure genius left us, a great man. Your music will echoes in eternity. You're gone but not forgotten.
Rest In Peace Joe.
A fan from France.
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As sad as for a lost in the Family, for the fisrt time. I would have loved to see you play again. Your songs will always remain. A big loss for all of us. Go straight to Heaven, Joe. Let us share the pain of your family.
Eric, Paris
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i´m so sorry
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I ll never forget what you ve done for me with your music and attitude. Vojta a fan from Prague, Czech rep.
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" . . . like trousers like brain," said the great man, so I will never wear flares!!
God bless you, Joe.
Simon Blackburn.
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May there be a stratacaster waiting for you. My feelings are with your family. Thank you for the music.
Duncan
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For a lot of people Joe Strummer was a 'livewire'. He enabled so many of us to enjoy good music with (still) relevant lyrics. Due to Joe's enthousiasm and spirit we have seen so many kids mounting the stages, creating new music. An important icon of punk rock music has sadly passed away. Let's honour his spirit and maintain his legacy.
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A friend goes away but his soul will be forever with us.
Umberto
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THANK YOU！！！！
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a great man and a great musician left us yesterday.He was our friend or our big brother,and we will miss him a lot.Fortunatly,there's still the songs and his music to remember how great he was.I also have a thought for his family and friends. "straight to hell,boy..." ,better write "straight to heaven".
Rock n roll god is cruel...
Dav from France,where he was very loved
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I lost my big brother, my guide. Nothing will never be the same.
I miss you so much Joe.
Gabriele, Bologna - Italy
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"London Calling" was my 16th birthday present, 22 years ago yesterday. A sound, whihc like "Sandinista" has stood the test of time.
They do not make them, like they used to. May you go on creating your music in Heaven.
Ruts and Scraps.
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I couldn't begin to guess the number of times I've danced to "Rock the Casbah", miming the sound of the missile drops each time. And I'll be dancing to it still. What a gift. What a benefactor. Really.
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Avec toi s'eteint ma jeunesse...me reste la révolte, l'esprit des Clash te survie.merci pour tout.
Guillaume de Paris
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may he rest in peace, just last day i listened to london calling, truly sad.
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A fantastic influence on my life, and a great loss.
You changed my youth Joe - I'll never forget.
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Es una gran pérdida. Cada vez la música nos hace pensar menos.
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A very great man who will be sorely missed. Joe, you gave us something that can never be taken away from us. You and the boys gave us THE CLASH. Nothing compares.
I was on stage with you guys, doing White Riot at the Edinburgh Oden, 1978. The bouncers came to throw me off, and you said, "nah! leave 'im!" That say's it all.
See you around.
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ciao JOE.
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Avec toi s'eteint ma jeunesse...merci pour tout.
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Joe, you were always there when the shit times appeared, Keep on rocking, RIP and condolances to your family,
Max Perth Australia
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Hi man, je suis sûr que là où tu seras tu va continuer à faire bouger la "Casba", dis leur bien a tous ce qui se passe ici bas !
Grâce à vous, à toi, depuis mon adolescence j'ai l'esprit Clash et rien n'y changera, même pas l'approche de la quarantaine…
Je sais que tu laisses une famille, tes filles, et bien moi je vais te dire que j'ai 3 filles et qu'elles dansent déjà et danseront toujours sur ta musique !
Good Trip ! et à un de ces jours !
BENOIT - LILLE - FRANCE -
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Avragjhu sempre in cuore l'anima segreta di un amicu di tutti i giorni persu ieri. Pensieri affettuosi ai so parenti e amici. Andria
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Mis condolencias ante tal perdida. Joe siempre te recordaremos.
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i am cryin like a little boy now....
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GRACIAS POR TODO JOE....death OR glory
ROCK ON!!!!
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I'm born with its music in the ears.
What could i add ?
I just hope there'll always be a Joe Strummer to help keep our eyes open.
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soupir ! pas de pleurs, mais une profonde tristesse et le sentiment que nous venons de perdre un repère essentiel. Le monde de joe était un monde rebelle, militant, empreint d'espoir dans les nécessaires luttes à mener contre l'injustice et pour le progrès social. Ses textes garderont une grande actualité et nous permettront de toujours nous situer du bon coté de la barrière. Hasta la vittoria siempre !!! pensée spéciale pour ses proches et tous les fans orphelins.
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such a huge loss. RIP Joe...Tna in Tpa
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hi my name is sophie gordon.i am 11 years old and i am so sorry to here that joe has died he was the best punker ever.he spoke to my dad at one of his gigs is name was Andy .he is so sad aswell as his other mates.couple of his mates r in a band called INSTANT AGANEY.YOU MIGHT NOW HIM. I WAS A REAL BIG FAN OF THE CLASH. AND HIM I FEEL SO SORRY FOR HIS FAMILY. LOVE FROMS SOPHIE THE KID PUNK
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Ive been a fan of the clash and Joe since the age of twelve. His music has helped and inspired me in many a rough time. I am shocked and saddened by this terrible loss. Joe was a pioneer and will never be forgotten.
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Siento que he perdido un amigo. Sé que el mundo es un poco mejor gracias a él.
Seguro que muchos aún llevamos parte de él con nosotros.
Una putada.
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Life is too short - I remember Joe, his passion, energy, anger inspiring me to change the world - even now a late 30 something, wife, 2 kids + dog I drive to work every morning listening to London's Burning and still wanting to change the world into a more compassionate society - England's Dreaming- this is what Joe would have wanted - I'll never forget you Joe - RIP - Love Paul (Band Member of the Mealy Mouthed Tools)XX
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I won't never forget you.
Emanuela
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Der Himmel weint. Vorgestern ne Clash CD Best of gebrannt. Das letzte Lied was ich aufnahm war "Death is a star" von Combat Rock. Machs gut Joe.
Martin Bremerhaven Deutschland
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I wish that you are "Hero for All the Young Punks" and continue to continue.
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I was fortunate enough to see Joe with both The Clash & B.A.D. Truly a musical genius who will be missed. From punk to reggae to ???, Joe & his bandmates turned me on to many types of music. My condolences go out to his family & fans, but this time "Heaven's Calling"
Tom G
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the only band that matters
i was lucky enough to see the clash a couple of times
so no complaints here cept this is truely tragic
i met joe in passing backstage at some concert in la and said blurted something a startled fan would like Joe your the best and he couldn't have been more gracious and warm and raised his fist knowing how much he meant to me
i try to tell everyone always how great Strummer and the Clash were but you all know that and so many will never understand. We are the lucky ones to have seen it. Joe you will forever be in my heart.
Know your rights... Stay free... Yours was not a Train in vain
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There is a light that will NEVER go out
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Thanks for everything, Joe. Here's to hoping we the human race can one day begin to celebrate and respect our differences instead of tearing down and then we'll all be riding along in that white cadillac and Rockin the Casbah! Randy
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Ti ho sempre apprezzato. Ciao. Rossano
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anche se non lo conoscevo joe.....x me e' stata una grande perdita....mi si e' spezzato il cuore,io sono religiosa,ma questa volta credo che dio abbia sbagliato...se l'e' portato via ...e io questa cosa non la riesco ad accettare......joe...ti amiamo tutti!!e ci mancherai a tutti....addio!
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Joe and the Clash were the inspiration behind the music I have been
listening to since I was 12 years old..
It was great to see him back to his best when he started playing again a
few years back with the Masceleros.I will miss him greatly.
Keep em rocking in heaven Joe !
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Thank you for your great music. It has been important to my life. R.I.P.
Jens
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One of the most important intelligent talented men ever to grace the world.
Gone but not forgotten.
peace and love to joes family
Dave
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f***ing sad. what can anyone say. i guess most feel similar to me. where would my life be without punk, i.e. joe. i guess the ramones played it first, and nothing against them, but the clash had soooo much more to say than love songs and high school frustrations. i already miss him more than i could have guessed. it sux to realie that the old school punk icons wont live forever. i wonder if i will live forever. i hope not. well i'll be up all night listening to the clash. i wish my fucking girlfriend didnt have my copy of "give em enough rope." "safe european home" is my favorite song. i miss him so much already!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Deeply saddened by the death of an honest and big hearted man, the type of man one would have liked to be close to.
A great man of music.
My sincere condolences to his wife and children and to his fans.
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One of the saddest days ever. Although i never saw The Clash they were always a band that i looked upto and one of the very few who had a social conscience that actually mattered. We love you Joe.
All Australian Clash Fans
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you changed my life - r.i.p. fray
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i had 12 year olds when i hear you in 1982. you show me your vision of the world and i had the same; it's always intact today .
rest in peace and in our heart
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Having seen The Clash and Joe's later bands I knew this man was pure genius. His legacy is his music that will remain for generations to come and live on forever. Rob UK
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many tears.
good bye my guide joe.
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Let's remember Joe the way he would have wanted. not a hero, not a legend, just your best mate, up on stage, giving his all for Rock'n' Roll. My thoughts are with his family at this time. Respect!!! Joe Lyons, Plymouth, UK
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Joe, I will miss you forever. I still have a tape of a Clash concert I recorded on 21st May, 1981 during the 1981 Mission Impossible Tour. What a beautiful show it was here in Milan, 20,000 people attended the event. I am at loss with words. You left us and the world too early.All my love, Aldo
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Sitting here listening to London Calling and I still can't believe you're no longer with us. Thanks for some great music, Joe, I'll never forget the Clash live, best gigs of my life.
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ADDIO JOE.....CI MANCHERAI!!!!
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Scheisse! The day before yesterday I told a friend,: Half of the Ramones and Beatles were dead. Good that every member of the Clash is alive: :-(
Viva Joe! Rock esta noche! The King is dead, long live the king!
Martin
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Repose en paix, tu etais un mec bien !
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Joe, thanks for your work & rest in peace. We´ll miss you. It´s a sad day.
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je me souviens avoir marché à ses côtés après un concert à l'Elysée Montmartre, Dylan hurlant "tomstone blues" dans le ghetto que tenait Joe.
See you, man
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I am truley shocked by this. Joe and I shared the same birthdate: August 21st 1952. When the fisrt record was realeased here it was my favorite. I had a chance to go see Joe and the boys at the Kingsman field house here in Edmonton Alberta Canada, and people here in E town are saying that it was the best show this town ever had to date. Joe Strummer did what I have secretly wanted to do since being a teneager. Be in music.
God this hurts so much. I'm realy choked at hearing this I cant sleep. My birthday is August 21st 1952.
The Clash: "Yes the only band that matters"
The Clash story is finaly over. I love you Joe. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Rest easy Punk Rocker
Jim Shannon
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Joe at the age of 13 its impossible for me to have attended any gigs performed by the clash but i have been to one of yours and it was certainly one to remember you'll be missed my thoughts are with your family.
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21 october 1978 Paradiso-Amsterdam
One of the best concerts I've ever seen
White man: So you think it's funny turning Rebellion into Money!
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NO WORDS TO SAY
I wish good luck to all his family and friens
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I'm so sad... thank you, Joe, thank you for everything. You are soooooo mised!!!!!! R.I.P
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I'm desperatly alone now.
Clash Forever
Fabio from Rome
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Suuri osa nuoruudestani on poissa. Vaikken koskaan miestä tuntenut hänen musiikkinsa oli tärkeä osa elämääni.Thank you Joe where ever you are. Miki
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sincere condolences to the family and friends of Joe. He was a true inspiration and that will always live on. steve
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the first punk song i can remember was "White Riot" and I still remember the electricity that pumped from the speakers. Today I want to listen to my Clash records, unfortunately they are in Scotland. I have been telling my children over the past few years what punk music was like for us who lived through it, and i make sure that they know that The Clash were at the forefront of the whole movement.
Rest In Peace, Joe.
Gordon, Auckland,N.Z.
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It`too much early, but it`s true. we miss you, friend
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"Mick Jones, the heart of the Clash, Joe Strummer, the soul of the Clash." I still remember this phrase from of review of a clash concert in Stockholm, Sweden, 1980. Probably the finest words that journalist ever wrote.
No other band has meant more to the swedish music scene during the last 25 years than the Clash. No other artist, writer, politiciain or poet has meant more to me and my friends than Joe Strummer. Ever.
Johan Hellstrom, Stockholm Sweden.
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As a lot of people on this planet, I owe to Joe my eclectical love of music. He and his musical projets opened the ears and the minds of many generations in many countries. I never met him, but after having seen live the CLASH and THE MESCALEROS, it is for sure and for all my life two of my best souvenirs.
Go straight to heven, JOE.
Christophe, record dealer. PARIS-FRANCE
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bye joe we'll keep you alive in our hearts i and all those thousands who still remember you and the other three blokes in Sanremo May 1981 in the best concert I've ever seen ciao stefano
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Forever with us.
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Joe Strummer !!! d'aquí a l'eternitat!!!!!!
La generació perduda et saluda!!!!!!!!!
God bless Joe!!!!!!!
Manresa Calling!!!!!!
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i met joe in a bar at heathrow in november 1999.he was heading off to scotland where bez from the happy mondays had been in a motorbike accident.joe was totally civil to both myself and my girlfriend and spent about 10 minutes chatting to us.he asked me what my name was and then during the course of our conversation he called me by name four or five times.i have never met another "rock star"who has ever bothered to do this.joe posed for photo,s which unfortunately didn,t develop properly.he wrote an autograph "rock on !!! to pat -joe strummer"and illustrated it with a musical symbol and a star symbol.
from my experience i can that joe was a gentleman and the real thing.
many condolences to his wife and family and may joe rest in peace.
rock on!!! to joe-you were and are an inspiration.
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My heart sank yesterday when I heard the news,my friends and I had a drink last night in Joe's memory and the effect he had on our lives became more apparent the more we talked.Goodbye Joe you will be missed. Tim Johnson u.k
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Joe did not deserve this,man. He was the REAL DEAL !! None of this slicked over crap. Joe could kick anyone's ass! Joe at least had a cause,something to fight for,something to say. Not like punks today. In the end, Joe mattered. We love you Joe. We'll miss you...
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Death or glory? Glory...
Two years ago, just before X-mas, Kirsty left us. Last year Stuart (Big Country), now Joseph. Will Christmas ever be a joyful time again? Rest in peace, Joe. You were the greatest rocker of the last 25 years and you will be sadly missed.
Marc 'Seabert' Looijen
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Depuis le commencement,j'étais comme Joe.C'était mon idole.J'avais 13 ans.
Aujourd'hui j'ai 38ans,tu es et restera mon idole.Mais une grande partie de ma vie vient de s'écrouler.Sincères condoléances à ta famille et à tes amis.
Nous pensons tous à toi.
Stef,un fou de Joe
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RIP Joe. You will be sadly missed.
xxx
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Bye Joe...see you in the damned's Heaven....
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Honour Joe. Beat up a Nazi.
- Tom Mills
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I am sending my heartfelt condolences to the Strummer family.
I hope it was quick and not too painfull for Joe.
what a shock. I am just slowly coming to realize what happened.
and I am very sad. The Clash have always been with me when I was
a teenager growing up and apreciating Joes cool honesty and authenticity.
He and his music will live on. Flo, Berlin
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the only band that matters, we'll miss you Joe. Peace
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I love you man. How can you leave us when you still have so much to give. I saw you at the Leadmill only 4 weeks ago. Why man why?? Will come and watch you again up there one day. Love you. You gave me so much joy through your music. I'm devastated.
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Our condolences to Joe's family and may he Rest In Peace. I was shocked to read the news of his death on the internet last night. Today, I've been listening to my old Clash records and recalling why they were the "only English band that mattered" in the late 1970's and early 1980's. Aloha Joe Strummer, mahalo for all of the great music!
Peace and Good Blues!
http://www.angelfire.com/hi2/sblack
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Cheers comrade!
Raised a glass to you tonight.
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thank you!
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joe! joe! joe! I'll never forget you and your songs. rest in peace,joe.
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Thank you
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Ciao Joe,buon viaggio.Non ti dimenticheremo mai.
Dany
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what the Clash meant to me growing up, and separately to my partner, who lived it from 14 at all the gigs (how I wish I had seen the gigs at the Apollo and Electric Circus in Manchester and Salford)- and what both the Clash and Joe and the Mescalaros has meant to us getting together. At the recent gigs at the Academy and Old Trafford Joe rocked and embraced the crowd as he always did, and how I wanted to see him do it again. My thoughts and best wishes go out to his family at this time ... the guttedness cannot be expressed ... but let me just say ... he made the world such a better place, and it is everyone who loved him and his music's responsibility to carry on with his passion and his purpose. Love you, Joe. xx
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ce sont toujours les meilleurs qui partent... je suis bien triste...toutes mes condoléances à la famille de Joe Strummer. Philippe DESILLES FRANCE
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Joe taught me how to think in global terms, that punk rock was more than negativity. I can't really even begin to say how devestated I feel. This is not hero worship or celebrity bullshit. I always felt Joe was somebody that if I had been lucky enough to meet would've been as interested in what I had to say as I would've been in what he had to say.
I guess I'll never know but I'm still sure of my opinion. Joe would have understood that.
Condolences to all,
Peace on earth,
Brian O'Brien
Vancouver, B.C.
Canada
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ALL OF A SUDDEN I FEEL ALL OF MY FORTY YEARS AND AM TOTALLY DEVASTATED AT THE PASSING OF JOE STRUMMER. I SAW JOE WITH THE CLASH ABOUT 6 OR 7 TIMES IN AND AROUND GLASGOW AND WITH THE MESKYS A FEW TIMES. A TRUE GENIUS HAS DEPARTED THIS WORLD AND SURELY RESTS UP THERE WITH THE GOOD GUYS.
" MONDAY'S COMIN LIKE A JAIL ON WHEELS". GOODNIGHT JOE.... JOHNNY JOHNNNY
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The world´s youth culture has lost a shining star of a rebel against the injustices of the modern political societies.
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Sincere condolences for all its family on behalf of a French clashman which sees its adolescence fly away. I am sad
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Dear Joe, we are really gonna miss you. Good friends of your friends. Good friend of Spain. San Jose and Cabo de Gata will never be the same. All my support to your family. Amando
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Joe represented to me everything that was great about Rock'n'Roll. A totally unbridled energy served with great, yet primal, guitar craftmanship and amazing penmanship. many of Joe's lyrics have served me in my life and I really felt a deep loss yesterday morning when i heard about his passing. I Just saw him last summer in Brooklyn for an incredible show. I had planned to meet through a friend on his next visit to NY and was really excited about it. I'll deeply miss Joe Strummer. A true Rock'n'Roller. JL
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ITALY'S CALLING!!
GIAN LUCA VALENTINI
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Ode to Joe Strummer
If you didn't jump start rock n roll
you brought it to its knees
a rebirth to gutty songs in coservative times --
you the raconteur who was rudeboy restless
The world learned much from your songs
from London to New york, Sandinistas to Vietnamese, cola and rice
so much in the last twenty-plus years
a generation you awoke and arisen
You got 'em to come outta the cupboards,
the factories, colleges, wars, and slums
with simple chops of roots, rock, reggae
your ax got thru barbed wire and pirate satellites
with Mick, Paul, Topper, and Teri
Fun and wit were your allies
love and friendship at your heels
your freedom stirs lonesome doves and wild mescaleros
your star more than an appetite for any dark hole. Peace.
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The Clash changed my life when I was in college during the 80's-defined to me what music is supposed to sound like and I am truly, truly saddened by Joe's death. My condolences to his family, and, Joe, rest in peace.
Dave
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no words..only tears...
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There are really few so called rock star that walk the way they talk...Joe Strummer was the chief amongst them...he will be sorely missed but his musical and political legacy is still with us.
Maurizio
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I met joe three month ago in asagiri,japan.
I walked under a hard rain.
when he saw me ,he gave me his cap.
He said 'take care of you head!'
I miss you ,joe. --------jun,japan
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Joe was one of the kindest most generous human beings I knew. We are all truly blessed to have experienced him in anyway we have. I love you JOE! I will miss you forever, Mr. Punk Rockl! You remain the standard by which all are measured.
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UNFORGETABLE-
TOO SAD TO HEAR IT.
GOOD BYE JOE FROM ALL YOUR GREEK FANS
GEORGE - TINA
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hearing the clash,s 1st album changed my life,ifelt as if i belonged for the 1st time, through all the passing years and tears your humour integrity and music added so much to my life
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joe living in my soul forever.
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What a f***ing shock !
I must say, that I don't exactly feel comfortable mourning someone I never really knew, however when I heard the news my heart sank !
I thank God I got to saw you in Athens this passed year. I know what I am saying is selfish, however it was a dream come true since the age of 16.
Joe, wherever you may be, you left an impression on myself and the rest of the freakin' world. On that I will be forever greatfull.
We luv ya man.
Manuel, Athens - Greece
Bobby
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You were the greatest. So sad to hear the news and deepest condolences to your family. RIP Joe.
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Punk-Rock and social realism has changed my life when I was thirteen. It opened my eyes. I'm deeply grateful that there were people like Joe Strummer.
Timo
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Unser herzlichstes Beileid zum Tode von Joe Strummer übermitteln Kai+Elli.Die guten Menschen verlassen diese Welt leider immer viel zu früh.
Joe we will miss you.
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I was very lucky to be 16 in 1977 and have my life totally changed.
Walking the streets of London, no bus fare home, no clue where I was going but didn't care cos I'd seen the best band that ever played.
Add to that that Joe was a top, top geezer.
we'll miss you mate
Bob
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I'm really sorry to know that Joe Strummer has passed away. It's very sad to loose someone like him. We will never forget him. He used to be a great symbol of contestation.
With all my affection to his family and his friends. Fabienne O.
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Gracias Joe por ser un pionero en la forma de entender la musica.De demostrarnos la gran capacidad de comunicación que tenían tus letras.The Clash siempre estará con nosotros porque la música es eterna.Como punks que somos seguimos creyendo en que es más importante la difusión del mensaje que hacer heroes.La vida siempre se impone.Stay free,Amigo.
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I grew up listening to the Clash (I'm 36 now)and, as such, the sound of Joe's voice is one of the defining memories of my adolescence and adulthood. I can hardly believe the news, my deep condolences to Luce and the children.
Keep 'em rockin', Joe, wherever you are.
Ian
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copy my pics of JOE..I was very lucky to know him..we will never be the same..ever.
www.glassheroes.com
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farewell to a great, great man
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reading everbodys messages fills me with both hurt and pride to know that thousands of fans feel like me,the man and the band truely rocked in every kind and form of music.Its no coincidence that U2,TheJam and The Manics other bands who rock were inspired by the Clash.Iwas lucky enough to see my heroes twice and was aching for the day when it was anounced the Clash had reformed.God bless you JOE. Ian ,Derby,England.
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F***......F***......the crowd is thinning out.....the passion presented by bands such as the Clash (and the Replacements, Husker Du, X....) has been replaced by irony & sarcasm (the whole American Indie-Rock thing)...we've all been made soft and shallow by MTV......and now this....I just feel old....at 33.....Shane Kennedy USA
Shane Kennedy USA
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You're gone Joe but seeing The Clash at Sydney's Capitol Theatre is a cherished memory that will last as long as I do. I remember the punk girl trying to sneak in because she couldn't afford a ticket, the bouncers dragged her out but then I saw her run in a couple of minutes later & disappear into the crowd, I could see the desperation in her face & I felt so happy for her. Yalla Yalla.
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Deeply shocked and saddened by the news - Joe had it all, passion, integrity and the true positive influence of punk - he changed and inspired us all. By watching the recent Westway to the World documentary its clear to see what a lovely he was. Stay free Joe RIP
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Dear Joe, your body isn't here anymore, but your Soul keep on livin' in all the people who loves you.
Thanks for the gift you did to eveybody, sharing your music with us.
Jonathan
Caro Joe, il tuo corpo non è più con noi, ma la tua Anima continua a vivere in tutte le persone che ti amano.
Grazie per il dono che ci hai fatto, condividendo con noi la tua musica.
Jonathan
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Joe - you were the greatest front man for the greatest rock n roll band that ever drew breath.
You changed lives and people's attitudes.