London Calling' again for Clash

Avoiding a comparison between the Sex Pistols and the Clash is nearly impossible. While the Pistols were conceived before the Clash, the Clash certainly had a more prosperous touring and studio career. Whereas five official studio albums were laid down during the Clash years, the Pistols' Johnny Rotten and crew self-destructed in a bit over two years. The Clash initially seemed to have a plan for longevity. However, that longevity was disrupted when, in 1983, a year after their profitable breakthrough with the massive success of "Rock the Casbah," guitarist Mick Jones was sacked, and the Clash limped along until 1986. After a disappointing tour and album, ironically titled "Cut the Crap," the Clash seemed like they were done.