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Joe Strummer and The Mescaleros Re-Issues Out Today!

By Lukasz Bielawski published 26 September 2012

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Hellcat Records re-released three classic albums from the legendary Joe Strummer and his band The Mescalaeros, today.

The three albums Rock Art and the X-Ray Style, Global A Go-Go, and Streetcore, were re-issued today on CD and vinyl format. These re-issues include a comprehensive collection of recorded music, rare b-sides, and never before heard impassioned live performances that highlight the three albums.

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