Cover of The Clash Live at Shea Stadium
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For fans of the clash, lovers of punk rock, collectors of iconic live performances, and readers interested in 1980s music history
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THE REVIEW

October 13, 1982.

Second show. The temple of the Beatles awaits the Who. Topper Headon is missing, but the rain is not.

Kosmo Vinyl introduces the supporting band:

"Good evening New York City.. We ain't got no baseball! No baseball tonight.
We ain't got no football! They're on strike.
But what we've got is a little bit of what's going on in London at the moment
".

Followed by 49 minutes of 'The only band that matters'.

For the listening experience, now as at Shea, just forget Townshend in the dressing room, clench your cheeks, and raise your arms.

Fist or middle finger, your choice.

 

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This review celebrates The Clash's 1982 live performance at Shea Stadium, highlighting the raw energy and iconic status of the band despite lineup challenges. The atmosphere of that rainy night and engaging introduction by Kosmo Vinyl set the stage for a memorable 49-minute show. Fans are encouraged to embrace the rebellious spirit and nostalgia of this classic punk concert.

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01   Kosmo Vinyl (01:10)

02   London Calling (03:29)

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03   Police on My Back (03:28)

04   Guns of Brixton (04:07)

05   Tommy Gun (03:19)

06   Magnificent Seven (02:33)

07   Armagideon Time (02:55)

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08   Magnificent Seven (02:23)

09   Rock the Casbah (03:21)

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10   Train in Vain (03:45)

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11   Career Opportunities (02:05)

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12   Spanish Bombs (03:18)

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14   English Civil War (02:39)

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15   Should I Stay or Should I Go (02:43)

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16   I Fought the Law (03:24)

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The Clash

English punk rock band formed in London in 1976. Core lineup included Joe Strummer, Mick Jones, Paul Simonon and Topper Headon. Influential for blending punk with reggae, rockabilly, funk and early rap; disbanded mid-1980s.
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By crazyorzo

 The intensity of the live performance leaves you breathless, the Clash confirm themselves as one of the most thrilling bands live.

 Joe’s charisma is a glue that holds together the 49 minutes of the concert, to be listened to in one go.