Setting Sons is the fourth studio album by the English rock band the Jam, released on 16 November 1979 by Polydor Records. It reached No. 4 in the UK Albums Chart upon the first week of release, continuing the commercial (and critical) favour that had begun with their previous album All Mod Cons. The sole single from Setting Sons, "The Eton Rifles", became the group's first top 10 UK hit, peaking at No. 3. In contrast to its pop-oriented predecessor, Setting Sons features a much harder, tougher production, albeit with the emphasis on melody common throughout the Jam's discography. Singer, Read more on Last.fm.
Their finest moment? This reviewer says YES. Pieces of a scrapped concept album about a post-apocalyptic world combined with another handful of great songs make for a solid listen from start to finish. This one rewards repeat listens. Sound Affects is the popular favorite, but Setting Sons is just as good, if not better.