Sort it Out Tour to Ireland, France, Holland, Belgium
13-24 October 1978
updated Oct 2020 - added poster
Updated 22 January 2022 - added tic with signed hotel letterhead
updated April 2024 added lots more photos
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I Fought the Law
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Some tapes have this labeled the 30th. The recording (Joe) I.D.'s the venue as Brussels but Johnny Greens book A Riot of Our Own (p109) suggests the Begium date of the 22nd was Leuven just outside Brussels. Around 1500 people at the gig. Great photos here from Philippe Carly
This recording captures another powerful and pumped up performance. The sound has a reasonable range, distinguishing the drums, lead guitar and vocals clearly but the bass is buried somewhat.
A little flat though not dull this is a nice audience recording though it sounds to be in mono. Lead guitar comes through particularly powerfully and captures Mick’s powerful lead work throughout. Vocals though are OK but somewhat distant. There is some audience chat but it’s never particularly intrusive.
Short Euro Tour
This very good audience recording comes from the mini tour of France, Holland and Belgium immediately prior to Bernie Rhodes sacking. Johnny Green includes dates on this tour as some of the best he witnessed. This first generation recording certainly captures much of the controlled power of The Clash at this time.
There is some doubt as to the correct date and even venue for this recording. Return of the Last Gang in town states Bernie was sacked on October 21st on their return from Belgium. Johnny Green’s book has the band returning by plane just in time to play the rescheduled Harlesden Roxy gigs on the 25 & 26th October, which would fit this date.
As to the venue Joe certainly name checks Brussels and the band would have been likely to have played a date in the Belgium capital and the Ancienne Belgique would have been a likely venue. It has a 2,500 capacity, much of which is standing and its still in use to day as a very popular venue. However we do know from Johnny’s book that the band played a gig in Leuven, outside Brussels and Joe at least appears to sing Leuven ‘s Burning.
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Brussels - Ancienne Belgique
The Ancienne Belgique has a long and storied history dating back to the 15th century, when the site housed the house of the retailers guild, the Meerslieden. Over the centuries, the complex evolved into a multi-purpose facility, serving as a reinforced bank vault, nursing home, meeting place, and banqueting hall. [4]
In the early 20th century, the venue underwent a transformation, becoming known as the "Vieux Düsseldorf" from 1906 to 1913, with a German-style interior. [4] Today, the Ancienne Belgique is one of the leading contemporary music venues in Belgium, consisting of three concert halls - the Main Hall with a capacity of 2,000, the more intimate ABBox seating 800, and the smaller ABClub for up-and-coming acts. [1] The Main Hall is renowned for its excellent acoustics. [1]
Over the decades, the Ancienne Belgique has hosted numerous iconic performances, from Jacques Brel in 1955 to Oasis, Iggy Pop, and many other renowned international and local acts. [1][2] The venue attracts over 300,000 attendees annually, cementing its status as a premier destination for contemporary music in Belgium. [1][5]
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A very enthusiastic audience
The recording starts with an excellent Complete Control nearing the end of its role as set opener. Mick unusually plays a few extra notes on the intro. There’s a great response from the audience and The Clash blast straight into Tommy Gun. Joe does not address the audience until Whiteman, when he says, “We’re told people in Brussels don’t move”.
There are no weak performances but Police & Thieves and Capital Radio are particular highlights with both songs being stretched and extended. There is an edit after Guns On The Roof, which probably loses Stay Free.
There is an abrupt edit at the end of an excellent Garageland and restarts with the 3 song encore with Joe saying, “I can tell you really don’t wanna hear no more..that’s Ok, we’re kind of keen on it anyway”. This reflects more the known renewed camaraderie between the band at this time, united in the decision to sack Bernie than the response from the audience, which is very enthusiastic throughout.
Punk in Belgium, 1976-78
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Belgium Magazine - n°11
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i miei storici concerti.....The CLASH Live@Ancienne
Alex Valente - my historical concerts ..... The CLASH Live@Old Belgium (Brussels). October 22, 1978. (unfortunately it’s one of the few tickets I’ve lost ,in compensate I share with you the photos of the great Philippe Carly from this magical evening! )
Support band: X PULSION. (this was an unforgettable experience for me,thanks to my brother... that got me in the midst of all those PUNK unleashed dancing pogo...... i was only 13 years old) Alex Valente| Facebook
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X-Pulsion (opening for the Clash), October 22, 1978, AB, Brussels
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