In September 1979, The Clash appeared for two nights at the Palladium in New York as part of their Take the 5th tour. Paul Simonon smashed his Fender P Bass at the end of the show on Thursday 20 September. The photograph Pennie Smith shot that night was used for the cover of London Calling.
Click below to watch a clip showing Paul recalling this moment in history.
Joe playing Paul's bass. Photo (c) Pennie Smith
Paul Simonon's Fender Precision bass guitar
The Clash: London Calling
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