Jesse Malin, Ted Leo and others at December Strummer tribute shows

Billboard is reporting on a pair of Joe Strummer / The Clash tribute shows coming up this
month, one in New York and one in Chicago. The NYC show is titled a Celebration
of the Music of Joe Strummer and will be held on December 22nd at Irving Plaza.
The show features Jesse Malin
(ex D Generation), Ted Leo,
Clem Snide, Hammel
On Trial and others. Tickets are 15 dollars and proceeds will benefit the
Strummerville charity started by Strummer's widow.

A show will also take place in Chicago at December 16. Chicago Calling: A Very
Special Clash Christmas will happen at Schubas Tavern and feature former Wilco
member Jay Bennett, as well as local musicians and special guests. The event
will cost 10 dollars to get in and will benefit the Carole Robinson Center for
Learning.