Label: Polydor / Universal Music
Format: Vinyl LP, Album, Stereo, 180g Black Vinyl
Catalogue No: 3554122
Release Date: 14 May 2021
Country: Europe
Genre: Rock / Pop / Alternative

Fat Pop (Volume 1) is Paul Weller’s sixteenth studio album, written and recorded during the spring 2020 lockdown. With touring paused, Weller focused on developing song ideas stored on his phone, collaborating remotely with bandmates before reconvening at Black Barn Studios to complete the album. The result is a vibrant and eclectic set of tracks that span synth-pop, soul, balladry, and modernist rock.

Featuring guest appearances from Lia Metcalfe (The Mysterines), Andy Fairweather Low, and Weller’s daughter Leah, the album includes the single “Shades of Blue” and standout cuts like “Cosmic Fringes” and “Moving Canvas.” Arrangements by Hannah Peel and brass contributions from Steve Trigg add depth and texture throughout.

Track listing:
A1. Cosmic Fringes
A2. True
A3. Fat Pop
A4. Shades Of Blue
A5. Glad Times
A6. Cobweb / Connections
B1. Testify
B2. That Pleasure
B3. Failed
B4. Moving Canvas
B5. In Better Times
B6. Still Glides The Stream

Pressed on heavyweight black vinyl and housed in a flip-back sleeve, this edition includes a printed inner bag and download code. A bold and playful release from one of Britain’s most enduring songwriters.