Squeeze – East Side Story (VG+/VG+) – LP, US 1981

East Side Story is an LP by Squeeze from 1981 released on the A&M Records label.

About this album

East Side Story is widely regarded as Squeeze’s finest album, a sharp pop-rock set that balances clever writing with effortless hooks. Released in 1981, it marked a creative peak for Glenn Tilbrook and Chris Difford, whose songs here move between romantic unease, urban detail and deadpan humour. Produced by Elvis Costello and Roger Bechirian, the album sharpened the band’s melodic instinct without losing its wit or energy. ‘Tempted’ became one of Squeeze’s signature songs, while the record’s mix of urgency and craft helped secure its place as a defining British new wave album.

Genre: Pop & Rock

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