The Clash

The event was held one day before the primary Grammys ceremony.

British musician described as “innovative, audacious and influential.”

He was having a typical rock star's day, even doing a promotional interview for upcoming shows in Scotland.

Rare and previously unreleased recordings from album sessions will be available next month.

Performance follows salutes to Van Halen and the Ramones, among others.

The best of the best, year after year. The rock world has evolved quite a bit from 1970.