Unseen pictures and memorabilia documenting the early work of Joe Strummer are to go on show in a new exhibition in London. 'Joe Strummer Past, Present and Future' will be staged at the London Print Studio in Harrow Road, West London, an area synonymous with Strummer in his pre-Clash days, where he fronted The 101ers, so-called because they used to squat at 101 Walterton Road.
Photographer Julian Yewdall, who took the majority of the pictures and was a founder member of The 101ers, told reporters this week: "Joe was a reliable guy with a lot of energy and a lot of determination. Pretty early on he had that leadership ability, he was very motivated. I remember him with affection."
The exhibition has been organised by Walterton and Elgin Community Homes - the area's housing association. It will also benefit the charity Strummerville - a community project for young musicians set up in his honour.