Comments for The Clash London Calling http://www.theclash.com/blog Just another WordPress weblog Tue, 07 Sep 2010 11:09:14 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.7.1 hourly 1 Comment on THE CLASH COLLABORATE WITH CONVERSE by ZYDECO KID http://www.theclash.com/blog/?p=58&cpage=1#comment-155 ZYDECO KID Sun, 08 Nov 2009 06:11:26 +0000 http://www.theclash.com/blog/?p=58#comment-155 Apologies for being pedantic. It's actually the 30th anniversary of LC. Anyway,regarding other anniversary activity, namely the CD re-issue, is this I wonder going to be the 25th anniversary edition re packaged or is there going to be something included which is previously unseen/unheard. ZK Apologies for being pedantic. It’s actually the 30th anniversary of LC.
Anyway,regarding other anniversary activity, namely the CD re-issue, is this I wonder going to be the 25th anniversary edition re packaged or is there going to be something included which is previously unseen/unheard.

ZK

]]> Comment on MICK JONES THE ROCK N ROLL PUBLIC LIBRARY by ZYDECO KID http://www.theclash.com/blog/?p=49&cpage=1#comment-140 ZYDECO KID Mon, 24 Aug 2009 08:21:16 +0000 http://www.theclash.com/blog/?p=49#comment-140 Went again on Saturday, for Mick's solo set and what an afternoon we had. Mick's old school mate, Robin was there to do a reading. This covered subjects such as his and Mick's schooldays, his foray into the world of armed robbery and subsequent jail term and his time spent in Baghdad in 2003 as part of the human shield. Mick's mini set comprised of 4 songs, these being "Train in Vain", "Stay Free", an obscure (To me anyway) song by Buddy Holly and "Should I Stay...". An excellent time was had by all present. Had a long chat with Mick, who is hoping to exhibit the Library again. Let's hope he gets his wish. Went again on Saturday, for Mick’s solo set and what an afternoon we had. Mick’s old school mate, Robin was there to do a reading. This covered subjects such as his and Mick’s schooldays, his foray into the world of armed robbery and subsequent jail term and his time spent in Baghdad in 2003 as part of the human shield.
Mick’s mini set comprised of 4 songs, these being “Train in Vain”, “Stay Free”, an obscure (To me anyway) song by Buddy Holly and “Should I Stay…”. An excellent time was had by all present. Had a long chat with Mick, who is hoping to exhibit the Library again. Let’s hope he gets his wish.

]]> Comment on MICK JONES THE ROCK N ROLL PUBLIC LIBRARY by Richard http://www.theclash.com/blog/?p=49&cpage=1#comment-139 Richard Sat, 15 Aug 2009 22:46:11 +0000 http://www.theclash.com/blog/?p=49#comment-139 Really loved the library. Gutted not to see more of Mick's records on display! The music that was playing which had Mick talking over anyone know where I can get it? Any ideas please email me at richard.j.morrissey@gmail.com Really loved the library. Gutted not to see more of Mick’s records on display!

The music that was playing which had Mick talking over anyone know where I can get it?

Any ideas please email me at richard.j.morrissey@gmail.com

]]> Comment on MICK JONES THE ROCK N ROLL PUBLIC LIBRARY by Shannon http://www.theclash.com/blog/?p=49&cpage=1#comment-138 Shannon Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:35:02 +0000 http://www.theclash.com/blog/?p=49#comment-138 I am travelling from Canada and am curious what is the actual end date of this exhibit? I have seen both August 23th or August 25th. The info at the top of course says the 25th but then says the gallery is open Wed to Sun. The 25th is a Tuesday. If anyone can please confirm this I would appreciate it. I arrive late afternoon on the 23rd and would hate to miss this! Thank you! SM I am travelling from Canada and am curious what is the actual end date of this exhibit? I have seen both August 23th or August 25th. The info at the top of course says the 25th but then says the gallery is open Wed to Sun. The 25th is a Tuesday. If anyone can please confirm this I would appreciate it. I arrive late afternoon on the 23rd and would hate to miss this!

Thank you!

SM

]]> Comment on MICK JONES THE ROCK N ROLL PUBLIC LIBRARY by phil parkes http://www.theclash.com/blog/?p=49&cpage=1#comment-126 phil parkes Sun, 09 Aug 2009 19:40:11 +0000 http://www.theclash.com/blog/?p=49#comment-126 just got back from the rock n roll public library .... bloody marvellous , some really cool stuff down there and a great vibe too ... get ya punk rock asses down there before it's gone !! just got back from the rock n roll public library …. bloody marvellous , some really cool stuff down there and a great vibe too … get ya punk rock asses down there before it’s gone !!

]]> Comment on MICK JONES THE ROCK N ROLL PUBLIC LIBRARY by ZYDECO KID http://www.theclash.com/blog/?p=49&cpage=1#comment-105 ZYDECO KID Thu, 06 Aug 2009 14:48:39 +0000 http://www.theclash.com/blog/?p=49#comment-105 Went yesterday. Even better than the previous one at Chelsea Space. Firstly, the location is far better. Immediatly beneath the Westway, overlooking Shouting Street (P'bello Rd) and Acklam Road, so it fits in perfectly with Clash mythology. Most(If indeed not all)of the stuff from the previous one was on display plus there was the chance to watch video footage (Westway was showing while we were there). Also featured was a studio for any musicians or would be musicians to bang out a few tunes and is part of a tie in with Strummerville. Many, if not all of Mick's VHS tapes were on display. More unusual ones included On the Buses (An appalling British sitcom from way back)and several boxing tapes. There was some very reasonably priced literature on offer, some free some for sale at very reasonable prices. Guide books (4 to collect) which open out into posters, a seperate poster, a library card which, when you enter your details, gets scanned and your details listed so that you can be kept informed of future developments/activities etc. A great day had by all. I seriously recommend anyone with an interest in pop culture history in general and not just the Clash, B.A.D. and C/S to go along. All it has to cost you is your time. ENJOY, ENJOY, ENJOY Keep the campfire burning, ZK PS. Many thanks to Little Ade for making the visit even more enjoyable. Cheers mate. Went yesterday. Even better than the previous one at Chelsea Space. Firstly, the location is far better. Immediatly beneath the Westway, overlooking Shouting Street (P’bello Rd) and Acklam Road, so it fits in perfectly with Clash mythology. Most(If indeed not all)of the stuff from the previous one was on display plus there was the chance to watch video footage (Westway was showing while we were there). Also featured was a studio for any musicians or would be musicians to bang out a few tunes and is part of a tie in with Strummerville. Many, if not all of Mick’s VHS tapes were on display. More unusual ones included On the Buses (An appalling British sitcom from way back)and several boxing tapes.
There was some very reasonably priced literature on offer, some free some for sale at very reasonable prices. Guide books (4 to collect) which open out into posters, a seperate poster, a library card which, when you enter your details, gets scanned and your details listed so that you can be kept informed of future developments/activities etc.
A great day had by all. I seriously recommend anyone with an interest in pop culture history in general and not just the Clash, B.A.D. and C/S to go along. All it has to cost you is your time.
ENJOY, ENJOY, ENJOY
Keep the campfire burning,

ZK

PS. Many thanks to Little Ade for making the visit even more enjoyable. Cheers mate.

]]> Comment on MICK JONES THE ROCK N ROLL PUBLIC LIBRARY by When is a library not a library? – Christine Madsen http://www.theclash.com/blog/?p=49&cpage=1#comment-104 When is a library not a library? – Christine Madsen Thu, 06 Aug 2009 11:06:48 +0000 http://www.theclash.com/blog/?p=49#comment-104 [...] up the ‘Rock and Roll Public Library.’ (It has since moved from the gallery space in Chelsea to a new space.)  I heard about this from a friend’s (also a librarian) facebook feed. Several of the comments [...] [...] up the ‘Rock and Roll Public Library.’ (It has since moved from the gallery space in Chelsea to a new space.)  I heard about this from a friend’s (also a librarian) facebook feed. Several of the comments [...]

]]> Comment on MICK JONES THE ROCK N ROLL PUBLIC LIBRARY by Joseph Baker http://www.theclash.com/blog/?p=49&cpage=1#comment-102 Joseph Baker Tue, 04 Aug 2009 02:23:50 +0000 http://www.theclash.com/blog/?p=49#comment-102 I'd like to even out my previous posting. I understand Jones wanted to do the opposite of the O2 British Music Experience. It's true, that venue and exhibition has not worked at all - it's just lifeless clothing behind glass. It's all very sterile. However there's much to learn, and much is interactive. But the biggest let down is the treck out to the O2. Who wants to go there?! On the other hand, you can feel very comfortable flicking through MJ's books and videos and Beano comics and books. And it was a good idea to let people scan various ephemera. But, no disrespect, I'm not interested in seeing what you watch in the privacy of your home - I want to see what has been part of your career and what shaped and built it. And although I enjoyed seeing all your magazines and the covers of MixMag and various other fanzines (most of which didn't feature any band you've been in), I went online that evening and saw the same magazines all up for sale on eBay - plus many of the Clash that you didn't feature. How much more impressive to have just made that magazine room up of covers and great photos of you and the band, no? Then the likes of me can see everything you wore, how you've 'gracefully' aged, etc. Things I liked - loved the Union Jack Clash flag. Loved the rare 101ers poster. Also liked some BAD artwork. Loved the VERY small selection of clothing on show - but what have you done with years of missing stuff?? Mick, don't take it personal, I'm not a Clash fan (I was a Sex Pistols/Banshees follower) however, what I really wanted to see were the great clothes Alex Michon designed for you and the band. I also understand one of you has all these great postcards you 'and the boys' used to mail her to suggest new designs or fabrics. Personally I love seeing that kind of stuff. I also imagine Bernie Rhodes must have also had some input into your clothing as he took you on after leaving the presence of Westwood & McLaren ... Bernie's presence in your library was missed - he may be a nut but he was important. Equally, I'm interested in artwork for records - you did some nice graphics - would have been nice to see some of this stuff. And surely you have a whole wealth of on stage photographs? Get them together - feature them! So - I don't want to put off the fans - they may enjoy it and should go. But fans are easy to please. Next time, how about educating those that could do with learning a little more about what The Clash and BAD were all about, and what got them there? Good luck - peace! I’d like to even out my previous posting.

I understand Jones wanted to do the opposite of the O2 British Music Experience. It’s true, that venue and exhibition has not worked at all - it’s just lifeless clothing behind glass. It’s all very sterile. However there’s much to learn, and much is interactive. But the biggest let down is the treck out to the O2. Who wants to go there?!

On the other hand, you can feel very comfortable flicking through MJ’s books and videos and Beano comics and books. And it was a good idea to let people scan various ephemera. But, no disrespect, I’m not interested in seeing what you watch in the privacy of your home - I want to see what has been part of your career and what shaped and built it. And although I enjoyed seeing all your magazines and the covers of MixMag and various other fanzines (most of which didn’t feature any band you’ve been in), I went online that evening and saw the same magazines all up for sale on eBay - plus many of the Clash that you didn’t feature.
How much more impressive to have just made that magazine room up of covers and great photos of you and the band, no? Then the likes of me can see everything you wore, how you’ve ‘gracefully’ aged, etc.

Things I liked - loved the Union Jack Clash flag. Loved the rare 101ers poster. Also liked some BAD artwork. Loved the VERY small selection of clothing on show - but what have you done with years of missing stuff??

Mick, don’t take it personal, I’m not a Clash fan (I was a Sex Pistols/Banshees follower) however, what I really wanted to see were the great clothes Alex Michon designed for you and the band. I also understand one of you has all these great postcards you ‘and the boys’ used to mail her to suggest new designs or fabrics. Personally I love seeing that kind of stuff. I also imagine Bernie Rhodes must have also had some input into your clothing as he took you on after leaving the presence of Westwood & McLaren … Bernie’s presence in your library was missed - he may be a nut but he was important. Equally, I’m interested in artwork for records - you did some nice graphics - would have been nice to see some of this stuff. And surely you have a whole wealth of on stage photographs? Get them together - feature them!

So - I don’t want to put off the fans - they may enjoy it and should go. But fans are easy to please. Next time, how about educating those that could do with learning a little more about what The Clash and BAD were all about, and what got them there?

Good luck - peace!

]]> Comment on MICK JONES THE ROCK N ROLL PUBLIC LIBRARY by Joseph Baker http://www.theclash.com/blog/?p=49&cpage=1#comment-87 Joseph Baker Fri, 31 Jul 2009 18:14:44 +0000 http://www.theclash.com/blog/?p=49#comment-87 just got back from the Mick Jones RnR Library .... I was there for about 40 minutes, and enjoyed it. But in retrospect I'm not sure of the point of it. The funny thing is that it's bang in the middle of Portobello Market - and on Fridays everyone's selling bric-a-brac, mainly tat and crap vintage. And in truth he's showing exactly the same stuff, but indoors. I was expecting loads of Clash stuff, vintage merchandise, photos, clothes, etc, but really it's just a few bits of memorabilia and stuff he's picked up on his travels - so really you just feel like your looking through his possessions - and personally, I'm not that interested in seeing a row of The Simpsons VHS tapes that Mick Jones has watched - and his obvious delight in Carry On films. Surely he has a selection of the Alex Michon clothing? Clothes with the Jackson Pollock paint splashes? Posters, record rarities, album cover artwork? Where is it all? just got back from the Mick Jones RnR Library …. I was there for about 40 minutes, and enjoyed it. But in retrospect
I’m not sure of the point of it. The funny thing is that it’s bang in the middle of Portobello Market - and on Fridays everyone’s
selling bric-a-brac, mainly tat and crap vintage. And in truth he’s showing exactly the same stuff, but indoors. I was expecting loads of Clash stuff, vintage merchandise, photos, clothes, etc, but really it’s just a few bits of memorabilia and stuff he’s picked up on his travels - so really you just feel like your looking through his possessions - and personally, I’m not that interested in seeing a row of The Simpsons VHS tapes that Mick Jones has watched - and his obvious delight in Carry On films. Surely he has a selection of the Alex Michon clothing? Clothes with the Jackson Pollock paint splashes? Posters, record rarities, album cover artwork? Where is it all?

]]> Comment on MICK JONES THE ROCK N ROLL PUBLIC LIBRARY by WendiG http://www.theclash.com/blog/?p=49&cpage=1#comment-86 WendiG Fri, 31 Jul 2009 15:31:59 +0000 http://www.theclash.com/blog/?p=49#comment-86 Will anything from the museum be put online, e.g. a website with rotating displays, etc. for those of us who can only dream of going to the actual place? That would be really wonderful! Will anything from the museum be put online, e.g. a website with rotating displays, etc. for those of us who can only dream of going to the actual place? That would be really wonderful!

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