On Thursday, Dec. 22, Jesse Malin and Gates of The West will celebrate the life of The Clash frontman Joe Strummer at Niagara in New York City. The evening will include 20 acts, taking the stage and delivering a song or two from Strummer’s solo, Mescalero and Clash repertoire.
Included on the impending bill are artists such as Gogol Bordello’s Eugene Hutz, The So So Glos and host Malin, who organized the impending event along with radio personality Jeff Raspe. More artists will be announced prior to the tribute concert.
The event's location was chosen for its significance to fans and friends of the musician, who have placed flowers, candles and offerings below the East 7th Street mural of Strummer, which was rendered by graffiti artists Dr. Revolt and Zephyr.
The impending night of music is free and will take place outside, beside the mural. Hopeful attendees have been instructed to dress warm and prepare for the weather. Moreover, the annual event will mark the 20th anniversary of Strummer’s passing, which occurred on Dec. 22, 2002, when the musician succumbed to an undiagnosed congenital heart defect which resulted in a heart attack.
Donations raised throughout the night will benefit Music & Memory. To learn more, visit the charity's official website.
