A Round and a Bout
68 min · 15 tracks · new wave
A vibrant fusion of catchy melodies and clever lyrics, embodying the playful spirit of British new wave.
Top tracks — play these first
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Pulling Mussels From a Shell Start here — This track showcases Squeeze's knack for blending humor with relatable narratives about seaside life, making it a quintessential summer anthem.
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Black Coffee in Bed — The song captures a moment of vulnerability and longing, combining soulful melodies with introspective lyrics that resonate deeply with listeners.
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Tempted — As one of Squeeze's most recognizable songs, it highlights the band’s signature use of catchy hooks paired with complex emotional themes.
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Up the Junction — This narrative-driven track illustrates Squeeze's storytelling prowess, painting a vivid picture of love and loss set against a backdrop of everyday life.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- heartfelt storytelling in clever lyrics
- vibrant sing-alongs for gatherings
- reflective moments during quiet times
- upbeat tracks for afternoon energy
Maybe skip if you
- instant gratification seekers
- fans of single-track focus
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified Squeeze's reputation in the new wave genre after earlier successes.
- Themes
- seaside adventures· bittersweet longing
- Career context
- When Squeeze released A Round and a Bout in 1987, they were riding the wave of their earlier success with hits like Tempted and Up the Junction. This album followed their commercial peak in the early to mid-1980s, showcasing their ability to craft witty pop songs while evolving their sound in the new wave landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- XTC· The Buggles· Devo
Tracklist
- 1 Footprints 5:32
- 2 Pulling Mussels From a Shell Start here 4:04
- 3 Black Coffee in Bed 8:29
- 4 She Doesn’t Have to Shave 3:47
- 5 Is That Love 2:35
- 6 Doctor Jazz 5:35
- 7 Up the Junction 2:54
- 8 Slaughtered, Gutted, and Heartbroken 4:20
- 9 Take Me, I’m Yours 4:01
- 10 If It’s Love 4:58
- 11 Hour Glass 4:05
- 12 Labelled With Love 4:17
- 13 Annie Get Your Gun 3:25
- 14 Tempted 5:33
- 15 By Your Side 5:06
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Cosmic Thing
The B-52's
Shares playful lyrics and vibrant pop arrangements with a beachy, upbeat vibe.
Skylarking
XTC
Combines clever storytelling and melodic new wave with an introspective, nostalgic feel.
Flood
They Might Be Giants
Features quirky lyrics and eclectic pop sounds, echoing the everyday life themes of longing and whimsy.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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