The Clash: Konkrete Klockwork
Kris Needs, ZigZag, April 1977
AT THE MOMENT there isn't a group in the New Wave that comes within spitting distance of The Clash, live or on record. Within a year they have become the most exciting live band in the country, and shortly they will release an album which is the most stunning debut for years...I believe it'll be as important as the first Rolling Stones album in shaping a new direction for rock'n'roll.
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