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The greatest rock ‘n’ roll image of all time? Classic photo of Mick Jones that became the cover for the Clash's, London Calling. London Calling, The Clash, White Photo, On Stage, A Black, A Man, Guitar, London, Black And White

Working in striking black and white, British photographer Pennie Smith has captured some great moments in rock ‘n’ roll history. Among her subjects are The Who, The Rolling Stones, The Jam, The Smiths, to name a few. But she is probably best known for the iconic photo of Paul Simonon smashing his guitar to The Palladium stage during a show in New York City in 1979. The shot distills the power, energy, fury and excitement of rock ‘n’ roll in one image captured at the speed of light. I could…

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