Historical Artist Profile
The Clash
⭐ HOF Inductee / Class of 2003
Biography & Overview
The Clash were an English rock band formed in London in 1976. Billed as "The Only Band That Matters", they are considered one of the most influential acts in the original wave of British punk rock, with their music fusing elements of reggae, dub, funk, ska and rockabilly. The band also contributed to the post-punk and new wave movements that followed.
🇺🇸 US Billboard Tracking History
2 Charted Tracks
"Rock The Casbah"
Entered Charts: 1982
Peak: #8
"Train In Vain (Stand By Me)"
Entered Charts: 1980
Peak: #23
🇬🇧 UK Official Charts History
21 Charted Tracks
"Should I Stay Or Should I Go"
Entered Charts: 1991
#1 HIT
"London Calling"
Entered Charts: 1979
Peak: #11
"Bankrobber"
Entered Charts: 1980
Peak: #12
"Should I Stay Or Should I Go/Straight To Hell"
Entered Charts: 1982
Peak: #17
"Tommy Gun"
Entered Charts: 1978
Peak: #19
"The Cost Of Living E.P."
Entered Charts: 1979
Peak: #22
"This Is England"
Entered Charts: 1985
Peak: #24
"English Civil War"
Entered Charts: 1979
Peak: #25
"Complete Control"
Entered Charts: 1977
Peak: #28
"I Fought The Law"
Entered Charts: 1988
Peak: #29
"Rock The Casbah"
Entered Charts: 1982
Peak: #30
"(White Man) In Hammersmith Palais"
Entered Charts: 1978
Peak: #32
"The Magnificent Seven"
Entered Charts: 1981
Peak: #34
"Clash City Rockers"
Entered Charts: 1978
Peak: #35
"White Riot"
Entered Charts: 1977
Peak: #38
"The Call Up"
Entered Charts: 1980
Peak: #40
"Know Your Rights"
Entered Charts: 1982
Peak: #43
"This Is Radio Clash"
Entered Charts: 1981
Peak: #47
"Hitsville Uk"
Entered Charts: 1981
Peak: #56
"Turn To Brixton"
Entered Charts: 1990
Peak: #57
"Straight To Hell/Should I Stay Or Should I Go"
Entered Charts: 1982
Peak: #62