Tag Archives: Steve Barnard

Now the time has come – back in touch with Bruce Foxton

Posted on January 21, 2016 by

After an extended festive break, Bruce Foxton is all set for another punishing year for his band, with 100-plus gigs already arranged and a brand new album on its way. If anything, the anniversary circuit is old hat for Bruce … Continue reading →

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From The Jam / Deadwood Dog – Preston 53 Degrees

Posted on October 12, 2014 by

After a winning set by locals Deadwood Dog and a stirring late ‘70s/early ’80s soundtrack between, there was more than a frisson of excitement around 53 Degrees as The Gift’s upbeat instrumental Circus signalled the arrival of the main act. Bass … Continue reading →

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When Setting Sons rise again – the Bruce Foxton and From the Jam update

Posted on October 3, 2014 by

Thirty-five years ago next month, The Jam released their fourth long player, Setting Sons, a further high point in an already stellar career. After their explosive debut, In The City, in 1977, the Woking three-piece gave us the not-quite fully-baked follow-up … Continue reading →

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Where did it all go right? In conversation with From the Jam’s Russell Hastings

Posted on May 3, 2014 by

  I’ve suggested before now that if I had any problem with Bruce Foxton’s impressive 2012 comeback LP Back in the Room, it was the fact that –despite clearly being a collaborative effort – it only carried his name on the … Continue reading →

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