Gone, but not forgotten, Kings Cross and Strummerville had a little shindig this week (Wednesday 21st August) in celebration of co-founder and lead singer of The Clash, Joe Strummer's, would be 61st Birthday. The evening entailed a drinks reception and live ukulele performance on Kings Cross Viewing Platform overlooking Granary Square from Paul Redfern of punk rock tribute ukulele band The pUKES. Here he is, doing his thing!
Kings Cross holds poignant memories for Joe Strummer for the following reasons: he was a former member of the famed art school today known as Central Saint Martins that is situated in Kings Cross itself,; during his time with The Clash they made their mark on the city by helping to create the revolutionary new genre of music defined in the UK: ‘punk’. Joe also worked very closely with Kings Cross band The Pogues, producing their records and even briefly acting as their lead singer. His legacy continues to influence the music and pop culture of today inspiring generations. As a tribute, ClashBar in Kings Cross was created proving the mark he made in British history. Legacy well left we say!
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