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The Jam - The Gift Vinyl Record PD-1-6349
Sold Date:
December 25, 2024
Start Date:
November 22, 2024
Final Price:
$16.20
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PD-1-6349
"The Gift" is the fifth studio album by the English band The Jam, released in 1982. The album represents a departure from their earlier, more punk-influenced sound, incorporating elements of mod, pop, and soul. The album features some of the band’s most memorable tracks, including "Town Called Malice" and "Precious," both of which showcase a more polished and upbeat style, with catchy melodies and introspective lyrics about working-class life and personal reflection. The Gift also features a notable blend of Paul Weller's songwriting, combining social commentary with personal themes, and it marks the band's transition into a more mainstream sound. Although "The Gift" became The Jam's most commercially successful album, it was also their last before their breakup in 1982, making it a poignant closing chapter in their career. The album is often praised for its energy, lyrical depth, and its role in bridging the gap between post-punk and the mainstream pop of the early 1980s.
Condition: Pre-Owned Good
record in great shape, sleeve has a lil discoloration and borderwear
