Displaying items by tag: Paul Weller
Shout To The Top By Dennis Munday
Dennis Munday’s Paul Weller biography is reminiscent of a Jam seven-inch single. A new song by The Jam was not just another record from the hit parade. It was an event, kids would bunk off school, and workers would phone in sick, just to purchase the newest release from Woking’s finest.
Here Comes The Nice Edited by Paul Weller and John Hellier
There is a strong argument that the best way for the guitarist to learn their favourite song is to play along to the record. However having a useful reference book nearby can only improve their chances.
Sound Affects Thirty Years On
The Jam's fifth album is the greatest album ever made. You can argue the merits of any classic album to me and you could tell me why it's better than 'Sound Affects', but it wouldn't make a blind bit of difference.
Gary Crowley - The Lord of Pop
The impact of hearing music for the first time on an adolescent can be a life changing moment. Suddenly life takes on a new journey, a spiritual connection is made and an obsession for music has begun. The need to know everything about music, to collect records and to follow a fashion is consuming. In many cases the inspiration to become an artist themselves is just as strong.
Steve White The Eminent Man Speaks
It’s the early 80s, and it’s a hot idyllic sunny Sunday afternoon in southeast London. A group of teenagers are togged up in Italian and French polo tops, sporting faded jeans and bright coloured cords, with an array of smart trainers and desert boots on their feet. They are in a relaxed frame of mind, as they swap anecdotes and jokes in a friend’s back garden.
Rick Buckler The Stick Master.
After being absent from the public eye for over a decade, Rick Buckler is back where he rightfully belongs. Playing the drums with a new band called The Gift. A live outfit that perform hits from Rick’s former band The Jam.
Paul Weller Rare - PEOM
This was a big story for us. It was done in the summer of 1990 when Paul Weller hadn’t done an interview for 2 years.
Dennis Munday on Setting Sons and The Jam
After the stunning triumph of All Mod Cons in 1978, how would 1979 turn out for The Jam? The next phase of their career was crucial and they needed to consolidate the success of their third album. As far as singles went, the band and Paul had problems coming up with a song that equalled the (chart) success of All Mod Cons.
