single · August 1, 1983
Long Hot Summer
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synth-popnew wavedance-pop
The Style Council’s debut single, “Long Hot Summer,” arrived as a standalone 12-inch in August 1983, a breezy, largely instrumental synth-pop track that captured the feel of a fleeting summer moment.
- The track was a commercial success, reaching number three on the UK Singles Chart.
- While often associated with the group, the song was largely a Paul Weller composition, with vocals by Dee C. Lee.
- The single was later included on the group's debut album, Café Blue, released in 1984.
The Style Council were a British band formed in 1983 by Paul Weller, formerly of The Jam. They were known for their eclectic musical style, blending pop, soul, jazz, and funk influences.
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