From the Jam January 30, 2008

Rick Buckler, Bruce Foxton, Paul Weller and Steve Brookes formed "The Jam" while they were still in school in 1975; Brookes quickly left the band and they remained a trio for the rest of their career. In 1976, the band played gigs around London, building a dedicated local following. Hugh Alan Cornwell is an English musician and songwriter. He is best known for being the vocalist and guitarist for punk/new wave group, The Stranglers.