"Cradle to the Grave" is the fourteenth studio album by Squeeze, a British band widely acknowledged for their new wave, pop-rock genre. The album was released on October 2, 2015, through Virgin Records. This album is notably the first album of new material from this band since their 1998 album, "Domino".
An interesting fact about "Cradle to the Grave" is its relation to the BBC television comedy series "Cradle to Grave" that aired in the same year as the album was released. Not only did the album share a name with the series, but the tracks from the album were also used throughout the show. The series itself was based on the memoirs of Danny Baker, a well-known English comedy writer, journalist, radio DJ and screenwriter, with the storyline set in the 1970s.
The album received largely positive reviews from critics. Music lovers and critics alike praised the songwriting partnership of Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook. This album reaffirms their status as one of the UK’s finest songwriting duos. The album features thirteen tracks each telling a story in the unique Squeeze style, full of humor, wit, and melody.
"Cradle to the Grave" marked a new discovery not just for their fans but also for the members of Squeeze, reconnecting them with their own past in a significant way while demonstrating that they still possess the energy and inspiration in the present day to craft infectious pop hooks and enduring melodies.
