The Jam's 1979 album "Setting Sons" saw the band leaning into a more mature, song-oriented sound while retaining their characteristic urgency and sharp lyrical observations. It marked a commercial and critical peak for the trio.
- "Setting Sons" reached number 4 on the UK Albums Chart.
- The album was produced by The Who's manager, Bill Allitt, who had previously worked with The Jam on "All Mod Cons."
- The song "The Eton Rifles" was a standalone single from the album, reaching number 3 on the UK Singles Chart in November 1979.
The Jam was a mod revival band from Woking, England, best known for their fusion of punk energy with R&B and soul influences. In 1979, they were a dominant force in the UK music scene, consolidating their position after a string of successful singles and albums.
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