
It’s fair to say that The Jam left a big dent in the music scene and popular culture and their influence still reverberates scene even now, but why did frontman Paul Weller decide to break up the band right in the middle of its pomp? Was it the pressure that comes with being part of a huge band, was it creative differences, or was it a case of a band that had simply lost its way? Rick Buckler, The Jam’s legendary sticksman, gives the full story in this enthralling book titled in reference to their final year active.
Packed with never-before-seen pictures and interviews featuring all parties involved from the time, The Jam 1982 takes us right back to that period, giving a fascinating insight into how the news was delivered, how it was received and the aftereffects of such a monumental band calling time on their career, so early into it.
Buckler accompanies us right into those last few studio sessions and live performances, through to the crafting of their last album The Gift – allowing the reader a unique glimpse into the inner workings of a seminal band, both at its peak and at its end. A cautionary tale for any aspiring musician and a captivating read for any fan of the band.
The Jam 1982, Rick Buckler & Zoë Howe (Omnibus)
Price: £25/£50 special edition. Info: here
words CHRIS ANDREWS
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