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01. "All Mod Cons" 02. "To Be Someone (Didn't We Have A Nice Time)" 03. "Mr. Clean" 04. "David Watts (Album Version)" 05. "English Rose" 06. "In The Crowd (Full Version)" 07. "Billy Hunt" 08. "It's Too Bad" 09. "Fly" 10. "The Place I Love" 11. "A-Bomb In Wardour Street (Album Version)" 12. "Down In The Tube Station At Midnight (Full Version)"
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 | | Description: | All Mod Cons by The Jam, released 4 May 2017, includes the following tracks: "Mr. Clean", "English Rose", "Bill Hunt", "Fly" and more.
This version of All Mod Cons comes as a 1xLP.
The vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. - Limited vinyl LP repressing of this album by the British mod/punk trio. All Mod Cons is a 1978 album by The Jam, their third full-length LP. The title, a British idiom one might find in housing advertisements, is short for "all modern conveniences" and is a pun on the band's association with the Mod revival. The album was more commercially successful than The Jam's previous album, This Is the Modern World. The single "Down in the Tube Station at Midnight" was one of the band's most successful chart hits up to that point, peaking at #15 on the UK charts. British Invasion pop influences run through the album, most obviously in the cover of The Kinks' "David Watts". The song "Down in the Tube Station at Midnight" is a first-person narrative of a young man who walks into a tube station on the way home to his wife, and is beaten by far right thugs. The lyrics of the song "All Mod Cons" criticize fickle people who attach themselves to people who enjoy success and leave them once that it is over. Paul Weller admitted to a lack of interest during the writing/recording process, and had to completely re-record a new set of songs for the album after producer Chris Parry rejected the first batch as being sub-standard.Includes a printed inner sleeve on heavy paper.
Some copy have a mp3 download card.
"English Rose" (A5) is not listed on the back of sleeve, instead "In The Crowd" is listed as A5
Rear of sleeve:
? 1978 Polydor Ltd. U.K. © 1978 Polydor Ltd. U.K.
Made in the EU"All Mod Cons" is the third studio album by British band The Jam, presented here as a high-quality LP and released under the renowned Polydor label. This record marks a decisive artistic leap for the group, blending sharp mod-punk energy with highly literate songwriting. Across its tracks, "All Mod Cons" moves from biting social commentary and urban storytelling to moments of melodic introspection, capturing late-70s British life with precision and attitude. The LP format highlights the album as a cohesive experience: side by side, the songs build a narrative flow that rewards attentive, full-length listening rather than isolated tracks.
Musically, the album combines tight, fast guitar work, driving bass lines and compact drumming with memorable hooks and choruses. You'll find energetic, riff-driven songs alongside more reflective pieces, characterized by sophisticated arrangements and a keen ear for melody. The production is direct and punchy, preserving the raw immediacy of a three-piece band while still allowing space for nuance and dynamics. This makes the LP ideal for analog fans who appreciate both clarity and the slightly gritty warmth that suits this era of British rock.
As an LP edition, this release is designed for collectors and listeners who value the tangible ritual of playing records: artwork, track sequencing, and the physical presence of the vinyl all contribute to the album's impact. The playing time is perfectly suited to the format, avoiding filler and delivering a focused, replayable classic of its genre.
The Jam were one of the most influential British bands of the late 1970s and early 1980s, emerging from the punk explosion but deeply rooted in 1960s Mod culture. Fronted by songwriter and guitarist Paul Weller, with Bruce Foxton on bass and Rick Buckler on drums, they became known for their sharp image, politically tinged lyrics, and tight, energetic performances. Over their career, The Jam achieved multiple hit singles and albums in the UK, and "All Mod Cons" is widely regarded as the moment when Weller's songwriting matured into something distinctive and enduring. The band's blend of urgency, melody and social awareness has inspired countless later artists and remains a key reference point in British rock history.
Polydor, the manufacturer and label behind this LP, is one of the classic names in the international music industry. With a catalog that spans rock, pop, jazz and many other genres, Polydor has been responsible for releasing and supporting numerous important artists over several decades. The label is known for pairing strong artistic identities with professional production standards, helping albums like "All Mod Cons" reach a wide audience while preserving their musical character. Collectors and music fans often associate Polydor releases with reliable pressing quality and a long tradition of influential recordings. |  | | No. of tracks: |
12 |
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3745910 |
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