Capital Radio One
The Clash
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Yes, it's time for the Dr. Goebbels show! There's a tower in the heart of London With a radio station right at the top They don't make the city beat They're making all the action stop A long time ago there were pirates Beaming waves from the sea But now all the stations are silenced 'Cause they ain't got a government license Want to tell your problems? Phone in from your bedsit room Having trouble with your partner? Let us all in on the news If you want to hear a record Get the word from Aiden Day He picks all the hits to play To keep you in your place all day Capital Radio In tune with nothing Don't touch that dial Don't touch that dial Don't touch that dial...
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Written by: JOE STRUMMER, MICK JONES, PAUL SIMONON, TOPPER HEADON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Capital Radio One" falls under the genre classification of punk rock, reflecting The Clash's primary musical style.
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Release DataThe song was initially released as part of "The Cost of Living EP" in May 1979. The Clash later incorporated it into their compilation album, "Black Market Clash" that came out in 1980.
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Song ThemeThe song criticizes commercial radio stations, particularly Capital Radio in London, for not playing certain types of music.
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Song Inspiration"Capital Radio One" was inspired by the band's disappointment towards Capital Radio, which promised to play a different bunch of music, unlike other mainstream channels, but it did not meet their expectations.
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Live Air-TimeInterestingly, according to the band's lead singer Joe Strummer, the song was played on Capital Radio itself, during DJ Nicky Horne's show.
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Initial AvailabilityInitially, the song was not widely available. It was only released on a promotional giveaway single that came together with a NME (New Musical Express) magazine. However, it later became a standard track on compilational releases.
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Song Length"Capital Radio One" stands out due to its length. Unlike many punk rock songs that tend to be terse and crisp, this song spans approximately 5 minutes, making it one of the longest songs by The Clash.
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Unique MarketingThe Clash was clever about creating interest in "Capital Radio One". The listeners had to send a coupon printed in NME Magazine to get a copy of the song, which intriguingly encouraged interaction between the band and fans.
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Lyrics compositionCo-written by Joe Strummer and Mick Jones, the song's lyrics are laced with satire, reflecting the band’s disapproval towards commercial radio stations’ practices.
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Album ArtworkThe artwork for "Capital Radio E.P." features all four band members and is immediately recognizable due to its bold, colorful pop-art style, showcasing the band's distinctive punk aesthetic.
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