The Sound of the Jam
The Jam · 2002
79 min · 26 tracks · new wave · punk · mod revival
A vibrant collection of anthemic mod revival tracks infused with punk energy and sharp social commentary.
Why this album works
This album compiles some of The Jam's most impactful tracks, many of which have become enduring classics within the mod revival and punk rock genres. The inclusion of songs like 'That's Entertainment' and 'Town Called Malice' showcases their critical reception and chart success during their active years, solidifying their relevance in British music history.
- Best for
- anthems for spirited gatherings quick bursts of energetic fun dynamic peaks and valleys
- Context
- Released in 2002, 'The Sound of the Jam' serves as a retrospective compilation highlighting The Jam's influential career from their debut in 1977 to their split in 1982. At this point, the band had firmly established themselves as key figures in the punk and new wave scenes, influencing countless artists while crafting a legacy of incisive songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Stranglers· The Damned· Billy Idol
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 In the City 2:20
- 2 Away From the Numbers 4:03
- 3 The Modern World 2:31
- 4 David Watts 2:56
- 5 Down in the Tube Station at Midnight 4:01
- 6 It’s Too Bad 2:37
- 7 To Be Someone 2:30
- 8 Mr. Clean 3:29
- 9 English Rose 2:51
- 10 The Butterfly Collector 3:09
- 11 The Eton Rifles 3:59
- 12 Private Hell 3:51
- 13 Thick as Thieves 3:40
- 14 Smithers‐Jones 3:00
- 15 Saturdays Kids 2:53
- 16 Going Underground Standout 2:56
- 17 Start! 2:31
- 18 Liza Radley 2:32
- 19 Pretty Green 2:37
- 20 Boy About Town 1:59
- 21 That’s Entertainment 3:36
- 22 Tales From the Riverbank 3:26
- 23 Town Called Malice Standout 2:54
- 24 Ghosts 2:11
- 25 Carnation 3:28
- 26 Beat Surrender 3:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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