Introducing the Style Council

by The Style Council

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  • Type: EP
  • Released: 5 November 1983
  • Label: Polydor
  • Country: United Kingdom
  • Length: 34:44
  • Community rating: 3.59/5 from 2 ratings

Artists on this release: Tyrone Downie, Steven Stanley, Robbie Shakespeare, Sly Dunbar, Ian Dury

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Following the dissolution of The Jam, Paul Weller formed this new collective to explore his deep affinities for jazz and European modernist pop. The collection serves as an initial manifesto for their sophisticated, politically conscious approach to contemporary rhythm and blues.

Genres

Descriptors: atmospheric, melodic, conscious, soulful, funky

Tracklist

  1. Long Hot Summer - Extended Mix (7:00)
  2. Headstart For Happiness - Early Version (2:49)
  3. Speak Like A Child (3:17)
  4. Long Hot Summer - Club Mix (6:54)
  5. The Paris Match - Early Version (3:47)
  6. Mick's Up (3:10)
  7. Money-Go-Round (Pts. 1 & 2) - Bert Bevans Remix/ Club Mix (7:44)

Credits

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