The Clash
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original promotional poster from 1979 for the American release of The Clash's self-titled debut album. While the album was first released in the UK in 1977, it was not officially released in the United States by Epic Records until 1979.
Poster Details
Release Year: 1979 (for the US album launch).
Dimensions: Approximately 40.5" x 18.75".
Label: Epic Records.
Imagery: The poster features three distinct panels:
Center: The iconic front cover photo of the band (Joe Strummer, Mick Jones, and Paul Simonon) taken by Kate Simon in an alleyway near Camden Market.
Side Panels: Additional promotional photography by Pennie Smith and Kate Simon.
Features: Includes the text "ON EPIC RECORDS AND TAPES" at the bottom and a prominent orange "FREE" sticker graphic on the top left of the center panel.
Because these are vintage promotional items rather than standard retail posters, they are highly collectible and often sold through auction houses or vintage memorabilia dealers.
original promotional poster from 1979 for the American release of The Clash's self-titled debut album. While the album was first released in the UK in 1977, it was not officially released in the United States by Epic Records until 1979.
Poster Details
Release Year: 1979 (for the US album launch).
Dimensions: Approximately 40.5" x 18.75".
Label: Epic Records.
Imagery: The poster features three distinct panels:
Center: The iconic front cover photo of the band (Joe Strummer, Mick Jones, and Paul Simonon) taken by Kate Simon in an alleyway near Camden Market.
Side Panels: Additional promotional photography by Pennie Smith and Kate Simon.
Features: Includes the text "ON EPIC RECORDS AND TAPES" at the bottom and a prominent orange "FREE" sticker graphic on the top left of the center panel.
Because these are vintage promotional items rather than standard retail posters, they are highly collectible and often sold through auction houses or vintage memorabilia dealers.
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