If you’re a soul music fan who craves more than just the usual classics, That Sweet Sweet Music is your next essential listen. Curated by none other than Paul Weller – the legendary frontman of The Jam and Style Council – this compilation dives deep into the soulful sounds that shaped his musical journey.
Released by the ever-reliable UK label Ace Records, this CD is a loving tribute to vintage soul, funk, and Northern Soul from the 1960s and ’70s. Weller personally handpicked every track, carefully digging through crates to bring together a rich mix of rare grooves and overlooked gems. This isn’t your typical greatest-hits package — it’s a heartfelt mix tape from one music lover to another.
Expect to be blown away by lesser-known tracks like:
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“Spanish Twist” – The IB Special
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“Pull My String” – The Joneses
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“You Got To Have Money” – The Exits
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“Search For The Inner Self” – Jon Lucien
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“Blackrock” – Blackrock
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“Hard Times” – Baby Huey
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“In The Bottle” – Brother To Brother
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“Black Balloons” – Syl Johnson
...and so many more, spanning deep soul, sweet soul, funk, and even a touch of psychedelic groove. The CD also includes track-by-track liner notes packed with context, making it a soulful history lesson as much as a sonic journey.
This compilation isn’t just a playlist — it’s Paul Weller opening up his musical diary.
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