Released: 24/05/24
Marking his 66th year, 66 is Paul Weller’s 17th solo and 28th overall album — a reflective, soulful work that captures his ongoing evolution. Released a day before his 66th birthday, the album draws on themes of faith, change, memory, and the beauty of life’s complexities.
Recorded over three years at his Black Barn studio, 66 is rich with collaborations from the likes of Noel Gallagher, Suggs, Bobby Gillespie, Erland Cooper, Christophe Vaillant, and Say She She, with string arrangements by Hannah Peel. With contributions from longtime friends like Richard Hawley and Dr. Robert, 66 blends Weller’s introspection with vibrant musical textures, affirming his legacy as a restless and vital creative force.