East Side Story by Squeeze

East Side Story

by Squeeze

Released: May 15, 1981

New wave, pop, post-punk

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Breakthrough.

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The Album

"East Side Story" is the fourth studio album by the British new wave band Squeeze, released in 1981. "East Side Story" features a diverse range of musical styles, including pop, rock, new wave, and even elements of country and soul, demonstrating the band's versatility and musical prowess. It remains a beloved classic among fans of Squeeze and a cornerstone of the new wave era.

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Interesting Facts

The album showcases Squeeze's knack for crafting catchy…

The album showcases Squeeze's knack for crafting catchy melodies, clever lyrics, and intricate arrangements.

Standout tracks on the album include "Tempted," which…

Standout tracks on the album include "Tempted," which became one of Squeeze's most enduring hits with its memorable chorus and soulful vocals, as well as "Labelled with Love," a poignant ballad with country influences.

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Essential Tracks

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In Quintessence

Other highlights include "In Quintessence," "Is That Love," and "Vanity Fair." "East Side Story" received widespread critical acclaim upon its release, with praise for its songwriting, musicianship, and production quality.

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Labelled With Love

Standout tracks on the album include "Tempted," which became one of Squeeze's most enduring hits with its memorable chorus and soulful vocals, as well as "Labelled with Love," a poignant ballad with country influences.

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Vanity Fair

Other highlights include "In Quintessence," "Is That Love," and "Vanity Fair." "East Side Story" received widespread critical acclaim upon its release, with praise for its songwriting, musicianship, and production quality.

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Reception

Other highlights include "In Quintessence," "Is That Love," and "Vanity Fair." "East Side Story" received widespread critical acclaim upon its release, with praise for its songwriting, musicianship, and production quality. The album achieved commercial success, reaching the top 20 in both the UK and the US charts.

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Legacy

It is widely regarded as one of the band's finest albums and a pinnacle of their career.

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The Complete Album Story

"East Side Story" is the fourth studio album by the British new wave band Squeeze, released in 1981. It is widely regarded as one of the band's finest albums and a pinnacle of their career.

The album showcases Squeeze's knack for crafting catchy melodies, clever lyrics, and intricate arrangements. "East Side Story" features a diverse range of musical styles, including pop, rock, new wave, and even elements of country and soul, demonstrating the band's versatility and musical prowess.

Standout tracks on the album include "Tempted," which became one of Squeeze's most enduring hits with its memorable chorus and soulful vocals, as well as "Labelled with Love," a poignant ballad with country influences. Other highlights include "In Quintessence," "Is That Love," and "Vanity Fair."

"East Side Story" received widespread critical acclaim upon its release, with praise for its songwriting, musicianship, and production quality. The album achieved commercial success, reaching the top 20 in both the UK and the US charts. It remains a beloved classic among fans of Squeeze and a cornerstone of the new wave era.

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