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Topper Headon

Topper Headon

Nicholas Bowen "Topper" Headon (born 30 May 1955) is an English drummer, best known as the drummer of punk rock band the Clash. Known for his instrumental contributions to the drumming world, Headon was inducted in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with the rest of The Clash in 2003. He joined the Clash in 1977 and became famed for his drumming skills. He received his nickname owing to his resemblance to Mickey the Monkey from the Topper comic.

Known for

Count Me In
Count Me In
2021 • Self
White Riot
White Riot
2020
Two Sevens Clash: Dread Meets Punk Rockers
Two Sevens Clash: Dread Meets Punk Rockers
2017 • Self
The Clash: New Year's Day '77
The Clash: New Year's Day '77
2015
The Clash: The Rise and Fall of The Clash
The Clash: The Rise and Fall of The Clash
2012
The Clash The Ultimate Review
2012
The Clash: Live (Revolution Rock)
The Clash: Live (Revolution Rock)
2008
The Clash: Tory Crimes and Other Tales
The Clash: Tory Crimes and Other Tales
2008

Full filmography

The Clash: Live in Tokyo
The Clash: Live in Tokyo
1982 • Himself - Drums
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D.O.A.
D.O.A.
1981 • Self
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Rude Boy
Rude Boy
1980 • The Group
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Topper Headon – Biography, Known For & Filmography