Paul Weller

“It was 1977 my dad had just got out of the army and we returned to UK to start the next chapter in our lives. I went to Eastwood high school for boys in Southend. That’s when I first heard ‘In the City’. I was hooked as were all the like minded younger 13 years olds. The Jam became the topic of discussion along with clothes. If you didn’t have a Fred Perry polo shirt you were not a MOD. Since then I have every 7 inch, 12 inch and album from The Jam, The brilliant Style Council and of course all his solo records. All on vinyl, some of us didn’t stop. All I can say is that he has been a massive part of my life with his music and how he cuts about looking so sharp. Just keep going mate. I look forward to each new record to see where it takes you and your fans. MODS forever” - Kev Shipton

The Jam, All Around the World, aired on Top of the Pops on this day 42 years ago. #SundaySessions

Saturday's boys live life with insults, drink lots of beer and wait for half time results…

The Style Council. Portrait by Eric Watson.

Can you name the year? #WellerWednesday Photo: Kevin Westenberg

We've set up an email for you to share your top Weller moments, memories, photos and videos from over the years. We want to collate a bank of some of your stories on how you discovered Weller and how it's impacted your life. We'll share these stories on the page over the coming weeks. Send to [email protected] ✊

Which record is on your turntable this morning?

Interview with The Tube, 1982.

The New Adventures of P.P. Arnold... today’s BBC Radio 6 Music Album of the Day. The record features contributions from both Paul Weller and Steve Cradock Official, tune in to hear it throughout the day. The double LP is released tomorrow, 9th August and PP Arnold is also touring the UK in October. Get your copy here: pparnold.lnk.to/TheNewAdventures ✊

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'What I want to say, but my words just fail is that I need it so I can't help myself. Like a hungry child, I just help myself' Photo: Kmeron

Snap! Is being reissued on vinyl for 2019. A selection of the greatest hits from The Jam, originally released in 1983. What's your favourite track on the album?

I'M WHERE I SHOULD BE MY EVER CHANGING MOODS LONG TIME MAN IN THE CORNER SHOP FROM THE FLOORBOARDS UP OUT OF THE SINKING WILD WOOD THAT'S ENTERTAINMENT MERMAIDS BRUSHED STRANGE MUSEUM CAN YOU HEAL US? (HOLY MAN) WOO SÉ MAMA YOU DO SOMETHING TO ME HAVE YOU EVER HAD IT BLUE? SHOUT TO THE TOP HUNG UP ABOVE THE CLOUDS FRIDAY STREET INTO TOMORROW PEACOCK SUIT - SATURNS PATTERN BROKEN STONES START! PRECIOUS/MOVE TOWN CALLED MALICE

The Jam – Snap! is coming to vinyl again on October 25th Originally released in 1983, Snap! was the first greatest hits collection from The Jam, from their thrilling debut single – In The City to their farewell – Beat Surrender Including the original ‘free’ 7” EP, it features live versions of Move On Up, Get Yourself Together, The Great Depression and But I’m Different Now. This album also includes remarkable B-side tracks such as The Butterfly Collector and Tales from the Riverbank. Pre-order your copy here: thejam.lnk.to/Snap2019

'I come from a time when every kid dressed up. Everybody. If you didn't, you wouldn't be able to hang out. It was very tribal. There's nice things in that. It's culture, it's roots for me.' #WellerWednesday Photo: Peter Anderson

Weller and Miles Kane, 2019.

Sunday Aspects. Last year, the Royal Festival Hall played host to Weller accompanied by a full orchestra. Listen to the live performance on 'Other Aspects'. smarturl.it/PWOtherAspects

Name your all-time top Weller single. #ThrowbackThursday

At the iconic 100 Club on Oxford Street. #WellerWednesday The 100 Club Photo: Lawrence Watson

The last four studio albums. Pick one.

‪'A non-stop pace doesn’t wane on stage with songs from every era of the Woking wonders untouchable back catalogue highlighted throughout.' - Matt Mead, Louder Than War. ‬ ‪#WellerLive 📸: Ellie Gilson-Smith‬

The perfect weekend accompaniment. Other Aspects, live from The Royal Festival Hall. Stream it here: smarturl.it/PWOtherAspects

2005. From The Floorboards Up. Who's got this one?

'For me, if you were into the music of a band, you were into the way they looked as well. It used to go hand-in-hand' #WellerWednesday

Marking 145,000 tickets sales for his Forest Live - Forestry England shows, Paul has been given a plaque made from Oak taken from Westonbirt Arboretum, one of the Forest Live venues. Paul, on receiving the plaque said: “It's an honour to receive this plaque. I’ve loved playing the forest shows; the settings and crowds are always fantastic. Thanks to David Barrow and Forestry England for looking after us so well. Nice one!” ✊