According to Clash bassist, Paul Simonon, "Danny Ray put out his version of "Revolution Rock" just before we were recording London Calling.
In the Clash's version Joe Strummer changed several of the lyrics, including a reference to Mack the Knife and the trend of smashing up seats at punk shows ("Everybody smash up your seats, and rock to this brand new beat").
It was originally going to close London Calling, but "Train in Vain" was added at the last minute.
"[4] The song features a staccato horn refrain and "sinuous" guitar stylings.
"[6] The last verse (El Clash combo / Paid fifteen dollars a day / Weddings, parties, anything / And Bongo Jazz a speciality) inspired the naming of the Australian group Weddings Parties Anything.