Confessions of a Pop Group

The Style Council

Confessions of a Pop Group

RELEASED: June 20, 1988
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. It’s a Very Deep Sea 5:32 2. The Story of Someones Shoe 3:40 3. Changing of the Guard 2:49 4. The Little Boy in a Castle / A Dove Flew From the Elephant 3:01 5. The Gardener of Eden (A Three Piece Suite) 10:32 6. Life at a Top Peoples Health Farm 4:18 7. Why I Went Missing 4:43 8. How She Threw It All Away 4:17 9. Iwasadoledadstoyboy 4:27 10. Confessions 1, 2 & 3 4:43 11. Confessions of a Pop‐Group 9:26
Historical Archive
Confessions of a Pop Group is the fourth studio album by The Style Council, released in 1988. The album represents a notable departure from the band's earlier, more mod-influenced sound, incorporating a blend of jazz, soul, and pop elements. Thematically, the album explores personal and societal issues, showcasing the lyrical prowess of Paul Weller. While it did not achieve the same commercial success as its predecessors, it has since gained a cult following and is appreciated for its ambitious production and eclectic style.