Paul Weller has confirmed that he will never reform The Jam as “it would be absurd”. ... Weller has reportedly turned down millions in the past to reunite The Jam, who split up in 1982, with drummer Rick Buckler and bassist Bruce Foxton, but it doesn't look likely that money will ever change his mind.

Why did Steve Brookes leave The Jam?

They were formed 6 months ago and are busy writing new material and playing live. Steve Brookes, co-founded The Jam with his childhood best mate Paul Weller. Deciding the direction of the band was not in keeping with his own musical influences he left the band.

Does Paul Weller get on with Bruce Foxton?

Paul Weller has reunited with the Jam's bassist, Bruce Foxton. The former band mates, who reportedly went more than 20 years without speaking, collaborated on two songs for Weller's forthcoming solo album, Wake Up the Nation. "It came about because we had both lost loved ones last year," Weller told NME this week.