The Style Council | Café Bleu (Special Edition)

When Paul Weller disbanded The Jam at the height of their fame in 1982, it was nothing short of seismic - a bold, almost reckless act of creative reinvention that stunned fans and critics alike. But out of that audacious decision emerged one of the most inspired pivots in British pop history: The Style Council.

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. 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 and Paul Weller devotees. This lavish 6CD Box Set 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. Adding even more depth, the set features an extraordinary collection of BBC sessions and live recordings, capturing the band in full creative flight. Completing the package are new sleevenotes from broadcaster and longtime Café Bleu champion Gary Crowley.

The 3LP edition contains selected bonus tracks from the 6CD box set (no live tracks).