- C - The Clash

The Clash were amongst the selected few punk bands that brought a knew excitement to music, hearing White Riot and Remote Control on 7" was the first time music felt edgy and dangerous, following prog rock, glam rock and disco. Here was a band (along with the Damned, Pistols, Stranglers) that felt new and different. Granted the edge has long since faded and returning to the early punk bands in the shadow of grunge, death metal etc they sound positively 'pop'.

But, don't miss the debut The Clash (UK Version) featuring Remote Control, White Riot and I Fought The Law. Most of the Clash releases are worth a listen but the other essential purchase is London Calling 30th Anniversary Edition, Vinyl Replica Packaging, CD/DVD a classic spread over two albums on release. For the collector also look out for The Clash - Singles [Box Set] 19 cd singles reproducing the original artwork from the 7" releases.