Armagideon Time - The Clash - London 79

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  • Опубликовано: 7 янв 2025

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  • @duncanlindsay6930
    @duncanlindsay6930 7 лет назад +249

    Topper is just some piece of work, they wouldn't have been half the band they were without him

    • @MrStardust50
      @MrStardust50 4 года назад +12

      Yeah, Joe said that himself. The Clash went downhill after Topper was given the boot.

    • @duanelohr1869
      @duanelohr1869 4 года назад +2

      I wonder if the base player was just as important.

    • @kevinmartin6444
      @kevinmartin6444 2 года назад +3

      Go listen to this with the other drummer. Doesn’t swing half as much

    • @mattyska
      @mattyska Год назад +2

      To be fair, half the band would have been enough

    • @electricleg207
      @electricleg207 Год назад +7

      By far the best musician in The Clash as Joe once said . He could play jazz ,funk etc ,and could play both guitar and piano.

  • @frslas
    @frslas 11 лет назад +318

    Topper, very underrated drummer.

    • @porterhall27
      @porterhall27 10 лет назад +44

      underrated by who? he is widely acknowledged as one of the greatest drummers

    • @pistolpedro007
      @pistolpedro007 10 лет назад +15

      Topper could play any style, most with any knowledge would realise this, so don't fret he isn't underated

    • @frslas
      @frslas 10 лет назад +22

      pistolpedro007 I don't fret about much. Played drums for 40 years - so I recognize his talent. Just saying in my opinion he doesn't get the credit he deserves.

    • @pistolpedro007
      @pistolpedro007 10 лет назад +6

      LedFingers Like your yin yang dude. Was not trying to be antagonistic, just that anyone that knows music would not underrate Topper Headon. Peace :)

    • @richardleach9633
      @richardleach9633 5 лет назад +6

      I am a drummer and a huge Clash fan and I totally agree!

  • @coops1964
    @coops1964 11 лет назад +37

    The greatest band of all time. I saw them in Blackburn in 1980 when they played this song awesome. RIP Joe

    • @fuktifinoy
      @fuktifinoy Год назад +1

      I was there too..Also from Bburn..🤣

    • @BenStone_
      @BenStone_ Год назад +1

      Was there from Clitheroe.. saw them twice at KGH .. Arthur Scargils Xmas party in Brixton also

  • @AFaceintheCrowd01
    @AFaceintheCrowd01 Год назад +29

    A peak moment in Clash history. I love their dramatic version of this tune, which pointed me towards the equally brilliant original by Willie Williams. What a riddim!

    • @koont666
      @koont666 Год назад +2

      Real rock 🍀🇬🇧🇮🇪👍

    • @Neearm
      @Neearm Год назад

      Thanks. Wasn't aware it was a cover!

    • @koont666
      @koont666 Год назад +1

      ​@@Neearmlook up "Real rock riddim" lots of different cuts ,I'm a big reggae DJ and I love the clash version of Willie Williams cut Armageddon time on the Studio 1 label 👍

  • @mikegarwood8680
    @mikegarwood8680 2 года назад +42

    This is the most haunting, and, frankly best recorded version. I thought this when the record came out, and still do.

  • @bijay64
    @bijay64 8 лет назад +120

    Performed for 'Concerts for the People of Kampuchea'. I remember flipping out over this version of Armagideon Time - Joe's passion, his howling, his earnestness, and the snarly "Use a Calculator!!' towards the end in response to the statement 'A lot of people won't get no supper tonight....'. The Clash ranking among the top 3 greatest influences in my life. Loved that I got to see them in concert twice. RIP Joe

    • @jeremyhomewood9573
      @jeremyhomewood9573 6 лет назад +2

      I envy you brother! RESPECT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    • @Suicyanide001
      @Suicyanide001 6 лет назад +1

      Got it on Video off the telly 'Rock for Kampuchea' rang a bell... really need to get out more...I actually play a good live version with my band Suicyanide ... love it ! X

    • @lordclancharlie1325
      @lordclancharlie1325 3 года назад +1

      I wonder if te whole concert was filmed... Probably. Where the hell are the rushes !?

    • @punkisinthedetails1470
      @punkisinthedetails1470 3 года назад +7

      Spoke to Joe and a month later he was gone. My only regret is not knowing at the time. But what else would you say anyway. Ya know? RIP Joe. Peace to all in the chat. What are we gonna do now?

    • @alessandrosarnella9208
      @alessandrosarnella9208 2 года назад +3

      I saw this on telly back in 1981........it was the first time I happened to see the clash on screen........I already had the first two records but not london calling.......not yet....

  • @Pelniets
    @Pelniets 10 лет назад +8

    Everything is perfect here, Joe pathos, Topper drumming like a God, Paul reggae soul, Mick's melody line, Gallagher'sorgan I could have this for hours...

  • @dirkpehrke9909
    @dirkpehrke9909 4 месяца назад +5

    I loved their reggae stuff like One More Time more than their other stuff, Armagideon Time was my favourite Clash Song. The riddim is used in a lot of reggae songs. It’s called The Real Rock riddim. First version is Real Rock by Sound Dimension in 1968. The producer was the legendary Coxsone Dodd. Still owe The Clash, cause they made me listen to dub and reggae. ❤

  • @Kelly-si7jv
    @Kelly-si7jv 5 месяцев назад +6

    Somehow RUclips knows this is my favorite Clash song. First time I've seen this version! ❤️

  • @earlbrackett6742
    @earlbrackett6742 7 лет назад +42

    back when I was just a drummer I would do soundchecks of Topper's AT beat, it's as fresh today as it was in the late 70's-early 80's. his talent and contribution to that band is immeasurable.

  • @vandie9759
    @vandie9759 Год назад +6

    When I saw this performance in Concerts for the people of Kampuchea it opened doors to music that would later change my life

    • @philipjones7372
      @philipjones7372 7 месяцев назад

      Saw it on TV around 1980 as a kid.. big stuff then and still something now 👍🏼 Joe RIP🙏🏽

  • @AlohaBlade
    @AlohaBlade 5 месяцев назад +5

    Amazing artistry. I did manage to have supper tonight. So many more won’t. Blessins.

  • @martingriffiths5209
    @martingriffiths5209 8 лет назад +31

    Seen them in 1980 in Cardiff they were amazing, I was a mere 14 and prayed to JJ Burnel (he was God then) that I would get in to the gig. I did and never to be forgotten. This is one my fave Clash songs I used to play it over and over on parents 'record player'. It was B side to London Calling but far superior in my view.

  • @Chrisamusic1
    @Chrisamusic1 9 лет назад +44

    The Clash. I've seen them all. Really. But nothng ever compared to the sheer magnificence of a Clash gig. Utterly life affirming. And has there ever been a better, cooler looking band? Not for me. Amazing. RIP Joe, always missed.

    • @ClubViking63
      @ClubViking63 8 лет назад +3

      Wish I had seen them. They toured a lot late 70´s, I could possibly had a chance. Too young and lazy back then. If I should mention one band I wanted to have seen it is The Clash!

    • @derin111
      @derin111 2 года назад

      I saw them live 11 times before I was even 17 years old. 🙂

    • @derin111
      @derin111 2 года назад

      @@ClubViking63 I saw them live 11 times before I was even 17.

  • @michaels.thomas1564
    @michaels.thomas1564 10 лет назад +60

    Hearing Strummer mangle the lyrics in the first verse reminds me of how on our way to see the Clash play we used to love speculating what songs they would choose and what lyrics Joe Strummer would get badly wrong.
    I know I am biased when I say this but they really did live up to their reputation as one of the best ever live bands.

  • @andyhewitt2702
    @andyhewitt2702 5 лет назад +17

    A haunting version of a brilliant song ,so lucky to have seen The Clash live, best live band bar none. God bless you Joe.

  • @HelenMan
    @HelenMan 10 лет назад +45

    I AM SO IN LOVE WITH THIS SONG
    ITS UNREAL HOW IN LOVE I AM

    • @garyhosty9874
      @garyhosty9874 4 года назад +3

      check out the original Willie Williams

    • @beerbellyjoker7532
      @beerbellyjoker7532 4 года назад

      Sometimes it just feels good to be in love, especially if you haven't been in love for awhile...💔💘💖

    • @toxicmasculinity4758
      @toxicmasculinity4758 2 года назад +1

      @@garyhosty9874 Yuck.. Willie Williams *Sucks* 👎

    • @11imon
      @11imon 2 года назад

      @@garyhosty9874 I am listening it rignt now: a very good reggae; goodsbreaks. Not elecrifyng as the clash one.

  • @arttex5919
    @arttex5919 11 лет назад +42

    They will always be the Only Band That Matters....period!!!!

  • @garrynathan8478
    @garrynathan8478 3 года назад +6

    Initially my favourite Punk band to probably my favourite band to what they evolved to. I bought this 12 inch B side to London Calling the day it was released in Small Wonder records in Hoe Street Walthamstow. For me this song is about injustice, drawing a short straw in whatever way. Be optimistic, be positive, keep on keeping on.

  • @nudger8238
    @nudger8238 8 лет назад +35

    the best performancce of any band ever

    • @MrHighgate123
      @MrHighgate123 6 лет назад +2

      Utter perfection when strummer says those first lines it sends a shiver down my spine

  • @AlessandroFerraraPA
    @AlessandroFerraraPA 8 лет назад +18

    The Paul's bass is fucking brilliant!

  • @johnemerick5860
    @johnemerick5860 5 дней назад +1

    Awesome ❤

  • @markkochristiansen9811
    @markkochristiansen9811 Год назад +3

    Topper up there with Can drummer Jaki...total respect

  • @andrewthorpe9812
    @andrewthorpe9812 2 года назад +4

    This tune is still my time machine back to my youth ❤

  • @jimgracie5821
    @jimgracie5821 2 года назад +9

    One of the greatest bands of all time....

  • @GoldenGateNum9
    @GoldenGateNum9 10 лет назад +10

    Beautiful song & performance, the presence is electrifying.

  • @burb3868
    @burb3868 11 лет назад +24

    What an incredible performance of the song

  • @joegrine7080
    @joegrine7080 10 лет назад +28

    Big Up The Clash!!! The sounds of my youth. 21 August, Joe Strummer woulda been 62. *RIP*

    • @MagnusJurgen
      @MagnusJurgen 6 лет назад +1

      We are 4 years later and he would have been 66 today. Damn how the world needs his music more than ever... Still miss him every day....

  • @paulprice5192
    @paulprice5192 11 лет назад +56

    Classic Clash, so musically gifted and politically aware.

  • @ClueSign
    @ClueSign 8 лет назад +67

    Topper is everything.

    • @alanwarner1190
      @alanwarner1190 7 лет назад +2

      You know it

    • @Fogon59
      @Fogon59 7 лет назад +6

      Spot on mate, never the same band again without him.

  • @mjf920
    @mjf920 9 лет назад +10

    Gone. Never Forgotten.

  • @gogsy88
    @gogsy88 16 лет назад +4

    This is one of the best things ive found on youtube ever! Ace quality for 1979. Its 100% full on with the clash from the minute they step on stage

  • @marooevl
    @marooevl 10 лет назад +11

    Best performance ever.

  • @mihaipopescu1295
    @mihaipopescu1295 5 лет назад +56

    ... Paul Simonon: the best punk-ska bassist ever!!!

    • @patthewoodboy
      @patthewoodboy 3 года назад

      he does a good bass line :-) better than I ever could

    • @Clash_CT_Rocker69
      @Clash_CT_Rocker69 3 года назад +1

      Sorry to break your illusion, but Paul NEVER was even less than mediocre bass player..

    • @toxicmasculinity4758
      @toxicmasculinity4758 2 года назад +5

      @@Clash_CT_Rocker69 Okay little kid. If you don't like the music then perhaps you shouldn't be listening to your parents' music.

    • @electricleg207
      @electricleg207 Год назад

      Before Paul most bass players were the boring bloke who stood at the back ,not him - hence The Clash had THREE frontmen .

  • @paulcrowther7114
    @paulcrowther7114 5 лет назад +3

    Blimey - never seen this before.
    It's magnificent!

  • @jeffgriffin5550
    @jeffgriffin5550 2 года назад +2

    One of the best video versions I've seen. I love it.

  • @chriskay284
    @chriskay284 4 года назад +1

    Oddly enough one of my all time favourite Clash songs. Used to play it a few times before I went out on friday night to put me into a cool mood. Always reminds me of Christmas.

  • @stevob2729
    @stevob2729 4 года назад +5

    This live performance shows why Topper was such a brilliant drummer .

  • @Peter212a
    @Peter212a 15 лет назад +5

    Fantastic performance!! Especially Topper Headon.

  • @markehm941
    @markehm941 2 года назад +1

    Sick.. never seen that and it is amazing.. Topper on point, Mick on point, Paul sitting below perfectly and Joe squeezing out the last drop of soul. Very nice.

  • @punkclash05
    @punkclash05 16 лет назад +4

    This is the one of the best performnaces ever!
    Thanks for posting it!

  • @asboukcomfortable1670
    @asboukcomfortable1670 Год назад +1

    Westway West London my old Manor. The Clash stood up for the poor, the dispossessed and the Rastas! Shepherds Bush.
    For the poor womens and kids caught up in war. We will prevail! UK 🇬🇧

  • @boris1873
    @boris1873 Год назад +2

    There's a reason they were called the only band that matters.

  • @patrickburke9822
    @patrickburke9822 5 лет назад +9

    On there day the best live band ever,like watching electricity on stage

  • @madda68
    @madda68 15 лет назад +3

    Best band ever at the height of their career
    They never got better than the period 79-80

  • @Fogon59
    @Fogon59 7 лет назад +13

    They should have done whatever it took to get Topper straightened out, they were never the same band again after his departure.

  • @michaelomalley7270
    @michaelomalley7270 2 года назад +2

    I had the rock for Kampuchea record .everything about this recording is mesmerising ,all held together by what seems like perfect drumming . Tried to play along with it so many times with my les Paul copy .this performance does not age or lose it’s magic . So much better than a watermelon sugar high Harry .

    • @jeanclaude4
      @jeanclaude4 2 года назад

      I remember when this album came out. Next door neighbor who was older than me had it. I borrowed it and went nuts over this song. Ian Dury tracks too. Brings back so many memories. Clash meant so much to me.

  • @DavyRo
    @DavyRo 14 лет назад +1

    What can i say ive listened to The Clash since 1978 & it just doesn't get better than this.........fucking awesome!

  • @Zizzbiz
    @Zizzbiz 7 месяцев назад +1

    That snare sound...crisp and tasty like a fine pickle!

  • @davidphillips798
    @davidphillips798 Год назад

    Saw them at the Lyceum ,81 .Best live band ever from first tune to encores a couple of hours later an exhilarating rush,

  • @comedyraps26wanamaker84
    @comedyraps26wanamaker84 10 лет назад

    Beautiful. Just got back from Jamaica. What an influence the Reggae scene had on this band.

  • @andreainzaghi7373
    @andreainzaghi7373 4 года назад +5

    Topper here shows what he's got

  • @Wilayaat
    @Wilayaat 2 года назад +4

    I remember watching this on television on a cold Sunday night live in what feels like a century ago and thinking how brilliant this version is.
    The only band that mattered, RIP Joe.

  • @earlbrackett6742
    @earlbrackett6742 7 лет назад +42

    The Clash invented the future of rock music, I cannot believe the utter genius of these guys when Topper was on board. Strummer was the greatest lyricist since Pete Townshend or Roger Waters...or Lennon.

    • @PatrickATopey
      @PatrickATopey 4 года назад +12

      Earl. I just want to point out two things. (1) This is a straight up reggae song with no discernible rock and roll in it. (2) Specifically, the Clash are performing their cover of the original Armageddon Time reggae song that was first recorded by Willie William. This song was written by Wilbert Keith Williams, Jackie Mittoo and Clement "Sir Coxsone" Dodd. Dodd is the founder of the famous Studio One in Kingston, Jamaica, where the Wailers with Bob Marley, first auditioned.

  • @kelb6073
    @kelb6073 7 лет назад

    When I was a teenager, I remember walking to school in the snow listening to this in my cd player and thinking about life. When I was about 16 though, I listened to it on my new ipod.

  • @1959yankeefan
    @1959yankeefan 12 лет назад +3

    I was lucky enough to see them live..I miss Strummer like crazy.

  • @savinecycles
    @savinecycles 4 года назад +1

    One of my favorite reggae songs n the clash always done it justice🔥

  • @Deedee-ee1sg
    @Deedee-ee1sg 3 года назад

    Was amazed to hear this gem on Radio recently! Great lyrics and melody.

  • @stevenmorello2551
    @stevenmorello2551 3 года назад +1

    My favorite version of my favorite cover version. Ever.

  • @javierb7045
    @javierb7045 3 месяца назад

    Sublime .esto te pone en otro estado de percepción....the clash forever

  • @bojanboskovic6744
    @bojanboskovic6744 10 лет назад +33

    For my dear friends from Slaviansk (Ukraine)! Hang on!

    • @lara8550able
      @lara8550able 10 лет назад +3

      Great choice of the song to yours Dear Friends . Its sad Story about people whom are struggling for numerous of reason . Fantastic present to the Friends whom are working to hard to help to these whom are in need .
      Greetings to you Dear Dreamer & to your Friends in Ukraine ...You are working honest and human job , I wish you Success & Happiness . PS Take care Dear Dreamer ...Dear Angel protest you & your Friends as well ...Love , Peace and Roses to you .
      Lara .

    • @nomadtraveller100
      @nomadtraveller100 10 лет назад +4

      I like the reggae feel to this one.

  • @DD-ev2dt
    @DD-ev2dt Год назад +1

    Saw CLASH on farewell tour @ SFX hall Dublin 1984 😎 ..... "Armeddion time" classic 😎 .... Joe Strummer gone but not forgotten 👃➕.

  • @markkendrick7547
    @markkendrick7547 20 дней назад

    God I Miss Joe......RIP Joe Strummer.....You will be forever missed and remembered.......🎤🎸🎶🎵🎼🔥💪👊

  • @mauricegoldner44
    @mauricegoldner44 4 года назад +4

    i love the punk rock Clash stuff, but it's really great when they slow down and do their reggae/dub stuff.

    • @mauricegoldner44
      @mauricegoldner44 2 года назад +1

      I agree, they got a great deep groove pocket on their reggae stuff

  • @edoardocarmine1542
    @edoardocarmine1542 6 лет назад

    Top
    Mi piace vedere i Clash per la loro grinta , i grandi testi e la loro fantastica musica !!🔝🔝🔝🙌🏻🙌🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @asboukcomfortable1670
    @asboukcomfortable1670 10 месяцев назад

    One of the best PUNK bands ever. Topper a brilliant 👏 sticks man. I like the bassist brilliant Clash. Westway my old Manor, Edgware Rd. Uk 😆 London Uk 🇬🇧

  • @worldshifttv
    @worldshifttv 13 лет назад +1

    The Clash - the first live band I ever saw...and still the best!!! If it's gonna come close, I need to feel the energy and hear that bassline...but these guys also had conscious credibility second to NONE!!!

  • @georgesgerardphilippe3265
    @georgesgerardphilippe3265 11 лет назад

    Tes Paroles de Chansons,Ta Poésie,Tes Mots Joe,me manquent tellement,cette alliénation mentale à laquelle on voudrait nous faire participer et que tu dénonces dans Chacun de Tes Vers,j'aime Trop et c'est ça Qui M'a Forgé mon caractère de Musicien,Bassiste,Rocker's...

  • @BandTito
    @BandTito 6 лет назад +1

    listening to Clash makes anyone a better man.

  • @harry.godwinson1
    @harry.godwinson1 3 года назад +1

    the clash were never better than this moment - ave it

  • @franckgerard1150
    @franckgerard1150 10 лет назад +2

    Simply always magic voice Joe ...

  • @AdiCox
    @AdiCox 9 лет назад +1

    "A lotta people use a calculator" : )
    What a great line and it suggests so much to me in the context of this song.

  • @derin111
    @derin111 2 года назад +1

    Always loved the way the original's lyric of "remember to praise Jah-hov-iah" was replaced by Joe to "remember to kick it over" in The Clash's cover of the song.

  • @seispistols881
    @seispistols881 10 лет назад +12

    Damn in this sht sounds good live!

  • @1599maybole
    @1599maybole 2 года назад +1

    Saw them on this tour

  • @terryterence261
    @terryterence261 4 года назад

    great video with the shadow of mick Jones at the end
    The way he play guitar makes me think of Jackson pollocks painting

  • @danilomatias9669
    @danilomatias9669 7 лет назад

    Thanks for posting this treasure! Cheers from SP/Brazil!

  • @audience4u2
    @audience4u2 11 лет назад

    Amazing passion, lyrics, music. Genuine talent.
    TOTALLY AWESOME!!!

  • @mikaseppanen5230
    @mikaseppanen5230 Месяц назад

    It's not getting any better than this. Topper Headon was an excellent drummer, far beyond of any other
    drummer of the punk rock/new wave scene. Although Stewart Copeland, Clement Burke and Paul Cook
    were also brilliant. I know, Cook did a very limited amount of recordings with the Pistols, but come on, he was
    great. Two brits and two yanks. True talents.

  • @punkisinthedetails1470
    @punkisinthedetails1470 2 года назад

    ....Justice. Just for all. Tonight and every night thereafter. Just stunning.

  • @TMZtheBAMF
    @TMZtheBAMF 15 лет назад

    this is such an amazing song. and such a good version of it. so much happy

  • @davidconley3610
    @davidconley3610 3 месяца назад

    Best version of this song ever!!

  • @burkinshawmotorconigel9036
    @burkinshawmotorconigel9036 10 лет назад +1

    no one will ever surpass this .what a performance

  • @ObsoleteGamercom
    @ObsoleteGamercom 8 лет назад +4

    Blasting this tonight! :)

  • @mrsamjoint
    @mrsamjoint 13 лет назад

    Joe,excellent,thanks for my music in the late 70s

  • @Gerasimo_Carbone
    @Gerasimo_Carbone 8 лет назад +4

    Armagideon Time World Tour 1979 - 2017.

  • @terryterence261
    @terryterence261 4 года назад

    how much I miss them
    I cant tell

  • @AdoniaTT
    @AdoniaTT Год назад

    @Hateful66 It's spelled Armageddon Time. But..thank you sooo much for posting this amazing live version! 🥰

  • @atlasking6110
    @atlasking6110 2 года назад

    My favorite song on the Kampuchea album! Topper ruled!

  • @michaeljoshuamcblain2727
    @michaeljoshuamcblain2727 10 лет назад +3

    superb

  • @MrMikeywilliams
    @MrMikeywilliams 4 года назад

    One of my all-time favourites . 🔥

  • @Viltliv
    @Viltliv 3 года назад +2

    Boom

  • @matthewjdouglas6471
    @matthewjdouglas6471 3 года назад

    I had a double CD and it's front cover was topper playing 🥁 and it had that red effect on it.

  • @ocielgarcia105
    @ocielgarcia105 4 года назад

    Damn...that organ at the beginning. Best live performance of this classic

  • @chilligst
    @chilligst 9 лет назад +19

    3:28 A lot of people... USE A CALCULATOR !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!The best !!!!!!

  • @stuartboyd4850
    @stuartboyd4850 2 года назад +1

    Pure Gold ...

  • @stephanieespinar4896
    @stephanieespinar4896 6 лет назад +1

    🔥☀️🔥 from 1979 to 2018 still ina Armagedeon Time

  • @RaVenDaWn999
    @RaVenDaWn999 5 лет назад

    CLASH, we clash we do with destiny we free our warrior souls to battle evermore, the forces we are, so sick in our err, who knows lies for sure, the lion of zion is laughing with the tiger I am I and I, what I see I see with only a 3rd eye they die, they hunt me, they pray, I prey, it comes I drum, we drum and we so many we, drum groundation- uh, and I always did love this band. A-yup!

  • @lostinsweden5039
    @lostinsweden5039 7 лет назад

    Saw them in '83 in Edinburgh. Fuckin' awesome. Best gig I ever went to. Thanks for the vid.

  • @eduardorivera4343
    @eduardorivera4343 4 года назад +1

    Great band Great Drummer!!