FOLLOWING 2014’s ‘Setting Sons’ tour, From The Jam bring the ‘Sound Affects’ tour to Guildhall, Gloucester on the November 12.

In November 1980 The Jam released their fifth studio album ‘Sound Affects’ featuring their second single to reach the number one spot ‘Start!’ and the acoustic masterpiece ‘That’s Entertainment’ . This album often competes for the title of their best record due to its mix of 60s psychedelic rock and funk alongside a political commentary that was innovative for its time.

Celebrating the album's 35th anniversary From The Jam, featuring original The Jam member bass player Bruce Foxton and guitarist/vocalist Russell Hastings, will perform the album in its entirety. As well as a thrilling performance of ‘Sound Affects’ the audience can expect From The Jam to perform a selection of hits and album tracks from The Jam's back catalogue and songs from Bruce Foxton's own solo career. Bruce said, “The whole idea of playing an album in full has really taken off for us and has brought back so many great memories. We will also, of course, play the hits and more to make what I think will be a great night.”

‘Sound Affects’ saw The Jam create a bright and unique new sound through the use of jangly guitars, sliding bass lines and light harmonies. On ‘Scrape Away’ and ‘Music For The Last Couple’ specifically; ‘We really pushed ourselves trying different and unusual things’ says Bruce Foxton. Infectious tracks such as ‘Set The House Ablaze’ and ‘Pretty Green’ arguably show Bruce Foxton’s bass playing in it its finest light. The album has maintained popularity over the years seeing the demand for its reissue in the form of a 2 CD Deluxe Edition in 2010 that received excellent reviews.

From The Jam have gained a reputation for the kind of incendiary performances that sealed the reputation of The Jam all those years ago. They will be performing ‘Sound Affects’ followed by a selection of the classic hits and great album tracks from across the fantastic catalogue produced by one of Britain’s’ seminal bands.

From The Jam, featuring Bruce Foxton & Russell Hastings, bring ‘Sound Affects’ Tour to the Guildhall, Gloucester on November 12. For more details visit www.venues.gloucester.gov.uk/Freetime/Guildhall/

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