The Jam

British punk trio

The Jam was a British rock band formed in 1972, led by Paul Weller and associated with the punk and mod revival movements.

Known for sharp social commentary and a sound drawing on 1960s British rock, they had major UK success with songs like "Going Underground" and "Town Called Malice" before disbanding in 1982.

The definite article is part of the band's name.

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