This collector-focused guide explores the extensive back catalogue of Paul Weller, offering fans a detailed look at his ever-evolving career. It features an exclusive insight into his personal record collection, alongside new pieces on classic albums spanning his time with The Jam, The Style Council, and his solo work to the present day. The collection highlights some of the most sought-after releases from across his career, as well as a behind-the-scenes look at About The Young, an exhibition of memorabilia from his early years. Additional features include a personal reflection from Pete Paphides, insights into dedicated fan collections, and a carefully compiled, career-spanning discography. Drawing on archive material and new writing, it offers a rich overview of Weller’s lasting influence and enduring appeal to collectors and music fans alike.
Record Collector Presents Paul Weller
Editor’s Note
“We did far more worshipping in record shops than any church” • Author and journalist Pete Paphides on what makes one of his musical heroes tick.
In The City
HE’S THE KEEPER
This Is The Modern World
All Around The World – The Jam Worldwide Rarities • Where to start with collecting The Jam? Well, you could do worse then look out for these gems. Top collector Den Davis takes us through the official albums, singles, acetates, mis-pressings and, mum’s the word, bootlegs to keep an eye open for…
All Mod Cons
Just Waiting For The Right Time • The Jam’s Setting Sons marked a turning point in the band’s career – where it became clear that yes, this was a band whose impact would last. Tim Peacock talks to key figures in the making of an album that sounds every bit as vital today.
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Setting Sons
HE’S THE KEEPER
Sound Affects
The Gift
Boot Surrender • Our man with one eye under the counter, Den Davis, guides us through the murky world of Jam bootlegs. Just don’t tell him we sent you…
Café Bleu
HE’S THE KEEPER
Our Favourite Shop
Internationalists – TSC Worldwide Rarities • As you’d expect with a group so concerned with breaking down barriers, The Style Council’s message travelled far and wide. Top collectors René de Heij, Paul Howell and Iain Munn give us a taste of the rare TSC releases that turn collectors’ heads.
The Cost Of Loving
Confessions Of A Pop Group
Modernism: A New Decade
Our Favourite Shopping • Unsurprisingly for a group with such a keen sense of, errr, style, TSC produced some much sought-after memorabilia over the years. Here René de Heij, Paul Howell and Iain Munn select some items to look out for.
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Wild Wood
HE’S THE KEEPER
Stanley Road
Heavy Soul
Heliocentric
Illumination
Studio 150
Pieces Of A Dream – The Solo Worldwide Rarities Part 1
As Is Now
22 Dreams
“The Older I’ve Got, The More Broadminded I’ve Become.” • If there’s a thread that runs throughout Paul Weller’s career, it’s his voracious appetite and enthusiasm for music. With this in mind, we sent Chris Catchpole to Black Barn to talk to the man himself about the records that have inspired him. Nice work if you can get it…
Wake Up The Nation
HE’S THE KEEPER
Sonik Kicks
Shout It To The Top • The experience of a Weller gig has always been integral to the fan experience. Terry Staunton gives us a rundown of the in-concert albums that catch his live fire.
Saturns Pattern
Pieces Of A Dream – The Solo Worldwide Rarities Part 2 • Top collector Dave Newman’s look at some of the most head-turning rarities to have come out of Paul Weller’s solo career, continued.
A Kind Revolution
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