Buying Quote by Joe Strummer
“What's holding me up is I'm confused about the nature of the music. Because the modern music doesn't reach me. I mean to say the sound of the modern electric production. A lot of sequencers... synths. That's what people are buying. Because that doesn't reach me, it throws me back to like 1948, but I don't want to be there. Back there, I'm talking about blues records... The roots of rock'n'roll is rhythm and blues and that's like really where I'm at, where I was always at.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: “The Clash: The Story of the Band” documentary, 2005
The speaker feels disconnected from modern electronic music, preferring the raw, rhythmic roots of blues and early rock, which align with his authentic musical identity.
In simple terms: Modern synth music feels alien; he prefers blues roots.
Key Takeaway
Seek music that resonates with your core rhythm.
Themes
authenticity
music history
genre preference
cultural roots
Mood
nostalgic
critical
Type
musical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal listening
- music education
- creative inspiration
Key Concepts
musical identity
nostalgia
artistic integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- What elements of modern music could you embrace?
- How can you blend old and new sounds?
A Different Perspective
Rejecting new styles may limit artistic growth.
