The Jam In the City Vinyl LP Polydor 2383 447 VG++ 1st Pressing UK Import

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The Jam
In the City
Vinyl LP - Polydor 2383 447
VG++ First UK Pressing (1977) with Vintage Jam Article (NME?)

Condition: VG++ (EX) Vinyl and VG+ Cover. Vinyl was play-tested on both sides and plays very well throughout with good fidelity. Vinyl is clean. Cover is fully intact with good image and light wear, no splits writing. Includes original inner sleeve and a vintage Jam article (possibly the NME.) There is also a small Jam photo taped to the inner sleeve.
In the City is the debut studio album by The Jam. Released in May 1977 by Polydor Records, the album reached No. 20 on the UK Albums Chart. The album features the band's debut single and title track "In the City". In addition, the album includes two cover versions, "Slow Down" and the theme to the 1960s television series, Batman, the latter of which had also been previously covered by the Who and the Kinks
Upon its release, In the City received all-round positive reviews. Phil McNeil from the NME said that Paul Weller's songwriting "captures that entire teen frustration vibe with the melodic grace and dynamic aplomb of early Kinks and Who". Brian Harrigan of Melody Maker was equally impressed, remarking that Weller's songs "are anything but an embarrassment" and that "he has a deft touch that places his material on a much higher plateau". In Record Mirror, Barry Cain opined: "Armed and extremely dangerous The Jam stalk the decrepit grooves... if you don't like them hard luck coz they're gonna be around for a long time... It's been a long time since albums actually reflected pre-20 delusions". Village Voice critic Robert Christgau said that the band "can put a song together; they're both powerful enough to subsume their sources and fresh enough to keep me coming back for more.".
Track listing
A1 Art School 2:01 A2 I've Changed My Address 3:31 A3 Slow Down   2:38 A4 I Got By In Time 2:07 A5 Away From The Numbers 4:03 A6 Batman Theme    1:30
B1 In The City 2:18 B2 Sounds From The Street  3:13 B3 Non-Stop Dancing 2:27 B4 Time For Truth 3:09 B5 Takin' My Love 2:16 B6 Bricks And Mortar 2:34
The Jam Paul Weller – guitar, vocals Bruce Foxton – bass, vocals Rick Buckler – drums _____________________________________________
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I use the Goldmine Grading System, and play-test all records. I note any differences between vinyl and cover, and make note of any inserts, special sleeves, or potential defects.

MINT (M) - Absolutely perfect in every way. Most often this is a still sealed record, records that have been opened are rarely if ever marked as Mint.

NEAR MINT (NM) - A good description is that it looks like it just came from a retail store and it was opened for the first time. In other words, it?s nearly perfect, with no visible defects. 

VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+) - Except for a couple minor things, this could be Near Mint. Most collectors will be happy with a VG+ record, especially if on the high end (VG++). VG+ records may show slight signs of wear, including light scuffs or very light scratches that do not affect the listening experience. Covers should have only minor wear. 

VERY GOOD (VG) - VG records are among the biggest bargains, and for many, will be worth the money. They can lack the original gloss, may have surface noise, and some scratches may be audible, especially in soft passages. But the noise will not overpower the music. VG covers will have signs of handling, and may have minor splits. 

GOOD PLUS (G+) - Good+ does not mean bad! The record still plays through without skipping, but it has significant surface noise and groove wear. Cover may have significant ring wear, noticeable writing, or obvious damage.

GOOD (G) - Record may have some skipping, but is otherwise listenable. I generally avoid selling Good (G) rated records unless they are highly collectible or desirable, in order to enjoy until something better comes along. Cover has major wear or seam splits that need repair, or heavy writing like radio station call letters to prevent theft.

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