Café Bleu (Special Edition)
The Style Council
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Release Date: 30/01/2026
When The Style Council's debut album 'Café Bleu' was released in 1984, Weller and wing-man Mick Talbot unveiled a cosmopolitan blend of jazz, soul, and pop that felt effortlessly sophisticated and daringly fresh. 'Café Bleu' was more than a debut - it was a statement of intent, redefining what British pop could sound like in a new decade. Since then, fans have been waiting for a deep dive into the Style Council vaults eager to hear any unreleased material. And now the wait is over. The 'Café Bleu' Special Edition is a treasure trove for Style Council devotees and music lovers alike - an immersive journey into one of the most inventive eras of Paul Weller's career. This lavish release unveils a wealth of previously unheard material, including early demos, alternate takes, and unreleased songs that showcase the band's restless drive for experimentation and evolution.
Disc 1
1: Speak Like a Child
2: Party Chambers
3: Mick's Up
4: Headstart for Happiness (Early Version)
5: Money-go-round (Parts 1&2) [Bert Bevans Remix/club Mix]
6: Long Hot Summer (Extended Version)
7: Le Depart
8: The Paris Match
9: Spring, Summer, Autumn
10: Mick's Company
Disc 2
1: Mick's Blessings
2: The Whole Point of No Return
3: Me Ship Came In!
4: Blue Café
5: The Paris Match
6: My Ever Changing Moods
7: Dropping Bombs On the Whitehouse
8: A Gospel
9: Strength of Your Nature
10: You're the Best Thing
11: Here's One That Got Away
12: Headstart for Happiness
13: Council Meetin'
Disc 3
1: My Ever Changing Moods (Long Version)
2: A Solid Bond in Your Heart
3: The Big Boss Groove (12" Version)
4: You're the Dub Thing
5: Long Hot Summer (Pre TSC Demo)
6: Party Chambers (Alternate Version)
7: Up for Grabs
8: Mick's Demo
9: Take It to the Top
10: Dropping Bombs On the White House (Alternate Version)