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This Summer

Squeeze · 1996

10 min · 3 tracks · new wave

A breezy blend of new wave and melodic pop, capturing the essence of summer nostalgia.

This Summer is a single by Squeeze, released in 1996. A breezy blend of new wave and melodic pop, capturing the essence of summer nostalgia. The title track 'This Summer' received significant radio play, contributing to the album's visibility despite limited commercial success. Critics noted the album's reflective tone as indicative of Squeeze's evolution, reinforcing their status within the new wave genre while appealing to a nostalgic audience. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does This Summer sound like?

A breezy blend of new wave and melodic pop, capturing the essence of summer nostalgia. Rooted in new wave.

What makes This Summer by Squeeze notable?

The title track 'This Summer' received significant radio play, contributing to the album's visibility despite limited commercial success. Critics noted the album's reflective tone as indicative of Squeeze's evolution, reinforcing their status within the new wave genre while appealing to a nostalgic audience. By the time 'This Summer' was released in 1996, Squeeze was in a phase of artistic reinvention, having gone through several lineup changes since their peak in the 1980s. This album followed a five-year hiatus after their previous release and marked their return to the studio with a fresh sound and perspective.

How many songs are on This Summer?

This Summer has 3 tracks, running approximately 10 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·10:23

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 This Summer Standout 3:39
  • 2 Goodbye Girl (live) Standout 2:35
  • 3 All the King’s Horses Standout 4:08

Release Date

January 1, 1996

Genre

new wave

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

10 min 23 sec