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After their late 1982 split, The Jam's name was seen in the UK singles chart again precisely one month later.
Endlessly underrated, Hardin wrote some of the most beautiful and enduring songs of his day, including the endlessly-covered 'If I Were A Carpenter' and 'Reason To Believe.'
Fans had consolation for the band's just-announced split with the live retrospective 'Dig The New Breed,' covering their five years as a performing force.
Each new LP by The Jam took them closer to the holy grail of a UK No. 1 album.
The final single by The Jam was one of those rare cases where a band really did quit at the top.
Ever since rearing its head in the 70s, punk politics continue to shape our way of thinking, thanks to outspoken bands unafraid of making a stand.
At the end of the 70s, ‘Setting Sons’ established The Jam as one of the most prolific – and insightful – bands of the decade.
In late October 1982, after weeks of rumours, Paul Weller announced that he was splitting up the band to explore new musical possibilities.
Big sellers during the mid-1990s, these legend-enshrining albums were also spawned a succession of highly-acclaimed UK Top 10 hits.
The languid, synthesiser-underpinned track had a dreamy, soul-pop feel that was a long way from the intense style of The Jam.
From powerhouse belters to multi-octave vocalists with mind-boggling versatility, the best male rock singers have left their mark on music history.
Spandau Ballet frontman Tony Hadley compiles an exclusive Best Of The 80s mix for uDiscover Music – with a few surprises along the way!
The Who frontman was in fine form on his first studio album in his own name since 1992.
We celebrate one of the most consistently creative singer-songwriters and frontmen of the past four decades.
The album marked Paul Weller's well-drilled entity's first live album appearance.
