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A sharp, post-punk-influenced peak of taut English pop. Tuneful and acclaimed. A high point. Released in 1980, it's one of The Jam's later high points.
On vinyl: Vintage copies and modern reissues both circulate — worth comparing condition and remaster notes before you buy.
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If you have Sound Affects, these are the The Jam records worth reaching for next.
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In the City1977 · Punk & New WaveStart here
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All Mod Cons1978 · Punk & New WaveClassic
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Setting Sons1979 · Punk & New WaveClassic
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Sound Affects1980 · you're viewing this oneClassic
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