David Ian Jackson challenged the punk scene and brought a 'new wave' sound to the United States, along with the likes of Elvis Castello and Graham Parker during the late 1970's.
Prior to the formation of Joe Jackson, David was part of a band named the Edward Bear, which was later named Edwin Bear and then Arms and Legs. Arms and Legs soon disintegrated in 1976 due to two unsuccessful single sales.
In 1978 Joe, as he was now known by his friends was signed to A & M records formed by herb Alpert and Jerry moss in 1962. His first album 'Look Sharp' was released straight away followed by 'I'm The Man' in 1979 and 'beat Crazy' in 1980. All of which made the UK and US charts, turning Jackson into a more contrived mainstream performer. Jackson also collaborated with the likes of Lincoln Thompson in reggae crossover.
Towards the end of Jackson's career he had recorded over 15 albums all of had minor success. his albums were mostly influenced by pop and jazz standards as well as salsa.
During Jackson's time at A & M records it managed to become the world's largest independent record label. A & M releases were initially issues in the UK by EMI's stateside records label. A & M records also signed the likes of the Sex Pistols, The Police and Janet Jackson.
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