Music Editor Emma Gardner previews Squeeze’s UK tour, describing it as ‘an admirable endeavour that is testament to their raw musical talent’
British rock favourites Squeeze are set to return to the stage, with their tour having already begun at the end of October in Cambridge. The aptly named ‘Food For Thought’ tour boasts 22 dates across the UK, with a very honourable intention behind it. Throughout their UK tour, the band have asked that each person attending the show bring with them an item of food to donate to the Trussell Trust, with donation points being set up in each concert venue. The charity has estimated that they will prepare up to 1.3 million emergency food parcels this winter.
This endeavour is certainly admirable, paired with the band’s decision to donate the proceeds of their recently released EP of the same name, to the Trussell Trust. In a society where millions of everyday Brits are struggling to know where their next meal is coming from, Squeeze have proven that music really can be a force to unite people. The band are notably using their fame to draw attention to the poverty crisis that is currently sweeping the UK. Tilbrook himself recently stated: ‘“It’s terrible and wrong that so many people have no choice other than the help that food banks provide to feed their family, that there are so many people who have to choose between heating and eating is a disgrace.”
Whilst Squeeze have certainly had an eclectic line up since their foundation in 1974, members Glenn Tilbrook and Chris Difford have remained a constant. Described as “the heirs to Lennon and McCartney’s throne”, they will be joined by five other bandmates, respectively. The band have enjoyed an exciting mix of members past and present, the most notable being English pianist Jools Holland.
This endeavour is certainly admirable, paired with the band’s decision to donate the proceeds of their recently released EP of the same name, to the Trussell Trust
Since their inception, Squeeze possess an impressive catalogue of 15 studio albums, having racked up a plethora of popular hits over the years, such as ‘Cool For Cats’, ‘Up the Junction’ and ‘Labelled with Love.’
The fact that the band continue to sell out shows almost 50 years on from their establishment, is a testament to not only their raw musical talent, but also their ability to speak up on social issues, using their platform for positive change. They are an essential part of both new-wave and modern British music, an accolade that will not change any time soon.
Particularly noteworthy is the choice of support act – the legendary performance poet John Cooper Clarke needs no introduction. In true social justice fashion, there is no doubt that Cooper Clarke will certainly provide a relevant commentary on the state of everyday life in 2022.
Squeeze will perform at the Birmingham Symphony Hall on the 12th and 13th November
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