Café Bleu - Special Edition - The Style Council [VINYL]

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 - The Style Council
2. Party Chambers - The Style Council
3. Mick's Up - The Style Council
4. Headstart for Happiness (Early Version) - The Style Council
5. Money-go-round (Parts 1&2) [Bert Bevans Remix/club Mix] - The Style Council
6. Long Hot Summer (Extended Version) - The Style Council
7. Le Depart - The Style Council
8. The Paris Match - The Style Council
9. Spring, Summer, Autumn - The Style Council
10. Mick's Company - The Style Council
Disc 2
1. Mick's Blessings - The Style Council
2. The Whole Point of No Return - The Style Council
3. Me Ship Came In! - The Style Council
4. Blue Caf‚ - The Style Council
5. The Paris Match - The Style Council
6. My Ever Changing Moods - The Style Council
7. Dropping Bombs On the Whitehouse - The Style Council
8. A Gospel - The Style Council
9. Strength of Your Nature - The Style Council
10. You're the Best Thing - The Style Council
11. Here's One That Got Away - The Style Council
12. Headstart for Happiness - The Style Council
13. Council Meetin' - The Style Council
Disc 3
1. My Ever Changing Moods (Long Version) - The Style Council
2. A Solid Bond in Your Heart - The Style Council
3. The Big Boss Groove (12" Version) - The Style Council
4. You're the Dub Thing - The Style Council
5. Long Hot Summer (Pre TSC Demo) (Demo) - The Style Council
6. Party Chambers (Alternate Version) - The Style Council
7. Up for Grabs (Demo) - The Style Council
8. Mick's Demo (Demo) - The Style Council
9. Take It to the Top (Demo) - The Style Council
10. Dropping Bombs On the White House (Alternate Version) - The Style Council