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The Jam – In The City (VG+/E) – LP, US 2006
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In The City is an LP by The Jam from 2006 released on the Polydor label.
About this album
In The City is a striking debut that introduced The Jam as more than a punk band: it paired speed and anger with sharp melody, social observation and a distinctly British mod sensibility. Released in 1977, the album announced Paul Weller as an unusually articulate young songwriter, while Bruce Foxton’s bass and Rick Buckler’s tight drumming gave the songs their punch and momentum. Built for the post-punk moment but rooted in 1960s-inspired style, it became a key statement of intent for a group that would soon grow into one of Britain’s most important singles bands.
Genre: Pop & Rock
Review
AllMusic rating:AllMusic users:A1 Art School
A2 I'Ve Changed My Address
A3 Slow Down
A4 I Got By In Time
A5 Away From The Numbers
A6 Batman Theme
B1 In The City
B2 Sounds From The Street
B3 Non-Stop Dancing
B4 Time For Truth
B5 Takin' My Love
B6 Bricks And Mortar