The Jam in session – July 19, 1977 – John Peel –
With the sad news today about the passing of Rick Buckler, it’s one more reminder that life isn’t permanent, we’re here for a short time and we do the best we can. Rick was part of something that changed much in the world at the time – his contribution will live on long after we’re all gone – The Jam were a milestone band – they came along and freed everybody up from their complacency – took it all to the next level and made it okay to be and think different. And that’s an accomplishment and evidence Rick Buckler was one of the good ones.
The thing about the Punk movement in the UK was that it was truly about social upheaval and a reaction to the Thatcher years. Although it was appreciated here for its intensity, it didn’t have the same set of circumstances it did over there.
And so bands like The Jam didn’t really achieve the same status in the U.S. that they did back home, and were subsequently not as popular, certainly from a mainstream standpoint as some of their U.S. counterparts. That only meant we were slow to catch on.
Tonight it’s the second session The Jam recorded for John Peel’s program at The BBC on July 19, 1977.
Here’s what’s on the player:
1. All Around The World
2. London Girl
3. Bricks & Mortar
4. Carnaby Street
Nothing laid-back or complacent about this session.
And that’s exactly what it was meant to be.
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