Keith Levene Dies at 65 – Read Exclusive Interviews and See Photos Here

Keith Levene - Photo by Mudkiss Photography

By JOHN DALY

The Clash founding member Keith Levene who later became guitarist for Public Image Ltd, has died, it was announced.

Levene was considered one of the most influential guitarists ever. He founded The Clash with Mick Jones in the 1970s then joined Public Image Ltd with John Lydon. Levene was considered the person who got Joe Strummer to leave The 101ers, and join The Clash.

Keith Levene - Photo by Melanie Smith
Keith Levene – Photo by Melanie Smith

Read our exclusive interviews and see exclusive photos here:

EXCLUSIVE: Keith Levene Touts Screen on the Green Event, Talks The Clash, Punk Rock of Today

Keith Levene Interview Part 2 by Ivor Levene

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: The Clash, PIL Founder Keith Levene Sets The Record Straight – WITH PHOTOS