Havana 3 A.M. - Havana 3 A.M. (1991)

Released in 1991, HAVANA 3.A.M. was the debut album from the band of the same name that consisted of ex-Clash bassist Paul Simonon (described as "the coolest man ever to strap on a bass guitar"), guitarist Gary Myrick (of the Figures), and vocalist Nigel Dixon (of Whirlwind). Havana 3 A.M. play a rootsy brand of rock that draws on punk, rockabilly, Latin forms, reggae, and select New Wave elements. There’s a tense, pumping energy through most of the disc, staring with the opener, “Joyride,” and while the disc isn’t essential, it’s a fun listen and should be of interest to fans of the band members’ previous projects. The album conjures up a blend of Latino flavors built on the solid base of Rockabilly. Their sound evokes images of Spaghetti Westerns, 1950's America and the heyday of Cuba's capital Havana...all with a contemporary twist. Features 12 tracks including the single "Reach The Rock" and other favorites "Joyride", "Hey Amigo", "The Hardest Game" and "Blue Gene Vincent".
The band took their name from the title of a 1950s album by Perez Prado.