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Squeeze to Release Long-Awaited Album "Trixies" Featuring Early Songs
11/14/2025, 8:30:13 PM
Rediscovery of Early Works
Squeeze, the iconic British band known for their storytelling prowess, is set to release their new album, *Trixies*, on March 6, 2026. This album marks a significant moment in the band's history as it features songs written by founding members Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook during their teenage years in 1974. The songs, originally intended for a concept album centered around a fictional nightclub called Trixies, were never properly recorded due to the duo's limited musical experience at the time.
Background of the Album
The *Trixies* album consists of tracks that Difford and Tilbrook wrote when they were 19 and 16, respectively. These early compositions reflect the vibrant storytelling style that would later define Squeeze's music. The rediscovery of an original cassette containing these songs prompted the band to finally record them, allowing them to revisit their youthful creativity with the skills they have developed over decades. Difford noted, "We fully committed ourselves to songwriting but this was three or four years before we even got to make our first record."
Track Listing and First Single
The album will feature 13 tracks, including "Trixies Part One," which has already been released as the lead single. The complete track listing includes:
1. What More Can I Say
2. You Get The Feeling
3. The Place We Call Mars
4. Hell On Earth
6. Good Riddance
7. Don't Go Out In the Dark
8. Why Don't You
9. Anything But Me
11. The Jaguars
12. Trixies Part One
13. Trixies Part Two
Emotional Reconnection with the Past
Both Difford and Tilbrook expressed a deep emotional connection to the songs during the recording process. Tilbrook remarked, "The act of revisiting the Trixies songs had me in tears, partly because they’re so good, but also because I’m aware of all the stuff that I’ve still yet to hear and write." Difford echoed this sentiment, stating, "It really fills me with joy that at my age we can discover that we wrote such great songs when we were teenagers."
Future Prospects
In addition to *Trixies*, Squeeze has recorded a full album of new material, which is expected to follow shortly after the release of this retrospective project. The production of *Trixies* was led by bassist Owen Biddle, who has collaborated with notable artists such as The Roots and John Legend. This new album not only serves as a nostalgic look back at the band's origins but also sets the stage for their continued evolution as artists.
Conclusion
With *Trixies*, Squeeze is poised to celebrate their legacy while simultaneously paving the way for future creative endeavors. The album promises to resonate with long-time fans and new listeners alike, showcasing the band's enduring talent and the timeless nature of their early songwriting.
