The details.

Format, pressing and tracklist.

About the album.

Released in 1979, London Calling is the third studio album by The Clash.

Produced by Guy Stevens, the album captures the band at a point of rapid expansion, moving beyond the constraints of early punk into a broader, more eclectic sound. Drawing on reggae, ska, rockabilly, R&B and pop, the record balances stylistic range with a consistent sense of urgency.

Tracks such as London Calling, Clampdown and Spanish Bombs define the album’s structure, combining direct songwriting with layered arrangements. The recording approach is raw but deliberate, preserving the immediacy of the band while allowing for greater depth and variation across the double LP format.

London Calling was released as a double album at the price of a single LP in the UK, reinforcing the band’s stance against industry norms. It received widespread critical acclaim on release and has since been recognised as one of the most influential albums in rock history, marking a decisive shift in the scope of what punk could become.

Tracklist.

Side A

  1. London Calling
  2. Brand New Cadillac
  3. Jimmy Jazz
  4. Hateful
  5. Rudie Can't Fail 

Side B

  1. Spanish Bombs
  2. The Right Profile
  3. Lost in the Supermarket
  4. Clampdown
  5. The Guns of Brixton

Side C

  1. Wrong 'Em Boyo
  2. Death or Glory
  3. Koka Kola
  4. The Card Cheat

Side D

  1. Lover's Rock
  2. Four Horsemen
  3. I'm Not Down
  4. Revolution Rock
  5. Train in Vain
Pressing details.
Format
2LP
Sleeve

Gatefold

Vinyl colour

Black

Label
Columbia
Catalogue number
88875112701
Condition
Brand new (factory sealed)
Care and packaging.

All records are handled minimally and shipped factory sealed to preserve condition. Orders are packed in purpose-built LP mailers and dispatched within one to two business days.

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