When The Style Council's debut album CafÃ© 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. CafÃ© 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 CafÃ© 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. 3 LP set.

Tracklist:

Speak Like a Child
Party Chambers
Mick's Up
Headstart for Happiness (Early Version)
Money-Go-Round (Parts 1;2) [Bert Bevans Remix/Club Mix]
Long Hot Summer (Extended Version)
Le Depart
The Paris Match
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Mick's Company
* LP2 - Original Album
Mick's Blessings
The Whole Point of No Return
Me Ship Came in!
Blue CafÃ©
The Paris Match
My Ever Changing Moods
Dropping Bombs on the Whitehouse
A Gospel
Strength of Your Nature
You're the Best Thing
Here's One That Got Away
Headstart for Happiness
Council Meetin'
* LP3 - Introducing Expanded / Post-Album Singles and B-Sides / Demos, Outtakes and Alternate Versions
My Ever Changing Moods (Long Version)
A Solid Bond in Your Heart
The Big Boss Groove (12" Version)
You're the Dub Thing
Long Hot Summer (Pre TSC Demo)
Party Chambers (Alternate Version)
Up for Grabs (Demo)
Mick's Demo
Take It to the Top (Demo)
Dropping Bombs on the White House (Alternate Version)

UPC: 602465157765
Label: Polydor / Umgd
Release Date: 5.15.26
Format: Vinyl Record

The Style Council - Cafe Bleu: Special Edition [LP]