Café Bleu
The Style Council · 1984
44 min · 13 tracks · jazz · new wave · pop rock
A vibrant fusion of jazz-inflected pop and blue-eyed soul, reflecting the optimism of the mid-1980s.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short, engaging listening experiences
- uplifting, optimistic vibes
- reflective and introspective moments
- dynamic emotional shifts
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on March 16, 1984, 'Café Bleu' was The Style Council's debut album, following their successful single 'Speak Like a Child.' At this point in their career, the band was navigating the transition from Paul Weller's punk roots with The Jam to a more eclectic sound that incorporated jazz and soul influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sade· The Blow Monkeys· Jamiroquai
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mick’s Blessings 1:17
- 2 The Whole Point of No Return 2:43
- 3 Me Ship Came In! 3:07
- 4 Blue Café 2:17
- 5 The Paris Match 4:26
- 6 My Ever Changing Moods 3:39
- 7 Dropping Bombs on the Whitehouse 3:15
- 8 A Gospel 4:45
- 9 Strength of Your Nature 4:21
- 10 You’re the Best Thing 5:43
- 11 Here’s One That Got Away 2:37
- 12 Headstart for Happiness 3:19
- 13 Council Meetin’ 2:31
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