
A 2 Part spoken word/live music production detailing the merits and demerits one of the most fiercely debated albums of all time.
Join us as we take a deep dive into one of the mot talked about albums of all time, augmented by live acoustic performances of selec tracks from the album, and beyon
Why would the so-called Only Band That Mattered release an album of three discs, with 36 tracks and over 144 minutes of music?
In 1980, The Clash did just that with the release of Sandinista! A sprawling, epic masterpiece of multiple genres recorded on a global scale? Or a classic example of diminishing returns that desperately needed an edit button?
Opinions about the merits or demerits of Sandinista continue to rage, more than four decades after its release. Some point to its political significance in celebrating a rebel revolution against a right-wing dictatorship. They reflect on the eclectic range of its musical styles, themes, and guest artists. Others insist it is a pointless and pretentious mishmash, allowing its high points to drown in its dreadful drivel.
Exploring the words and music of Sandinista with a forensic eye and a sharpened scalpel, Tony Kinsella and Sam Smith have concluded, inevitably, that the truth lies somewhere in between. And they’ve put together a show designed to tell you why, with tony providing the words and sam providing the music. Expect to hear songs you never thought you’d hear live. Y , with
We’ve survived Sandinista! Strap in and see if you can do the same!
For bookings, email deathorglory@clashtributeband.com

THE CAST

tony kinsella
Sandinista Doubter
Tony Kinsella has published three volumes of poetry and performed full length shows, in collaboration with various singer-songwriters, about The Undertones, Kirsty MacColl, The Shangri La’s, Joy Division, Dolores O Riordan, Coventry’s 2 Tone label and Bob Dylan’s Blood On The Tracks album.

Sam smith
Sandinista Advocate
Sam Smith is a lifelong Clash fanatic and frontman of Death or Glory – Tribute to The Clash. He cut his teeth in a variety of punk bands before forming Sam Smith & Company and hard rock 5-piece The Parish Church Fire. He continues to write and perform as a solo artist alongside his commitments with Death or Glory.


