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On February 7, eight excellent punk and ska bands from the greater DC and Baltimore area will get together for the second annual The Clash tribute night at the Sidebar Tavern on Lexington St. in Baltimore.  It is obvious that the Clash have been a tremendous influence on musicians and fans for three decades and counting.  The politics underlying their lyrics and musical compositions are more relevant now than ever.

So it is refreshing that these bands will put aside their own setlists for a night to pay direct homage to Joe Strummer, Mick Jones, Paul Simonon, and their influences.  Cover is only $7, so get thee to Charm City, rockers! For a list of bands playing, check-out after the jump.

Bands Playing

• The Mandroids [Artist Info]
• The OmegaBand [Artist Info]
• Type53 [Artist Info]
• National Razor FDIC [Artist Info]
• Thee Lexington Arrows [Artist Info]
• The International Jet Set [Artist Info]
• The Chariots [Artist Info]
• The Rootworkers [Artist Info]

UPDATE 1/25:  The promoter informs us that Baltimore reggae act The Rootworkers are replacing The Fortune Tellers on the schedule.  Also, a Clash film festival will begin at 2:00 PM, along with drink specials.  Last year’s event sold out, so don’t plan to show up late.