Legendary British band Squeeze is returning with a new album after nearly a decade, and its creation story is unlike anything fans expected. Their upcoming record, Trixies, carries songs that date back to the very beginning of their musical journey.
Rediscovering the Past: How “Trixies” Was Born
Songs Written in 1974 Now Reimagined
Band founders Chris Difford, 71, and Glenn Tilbrook, 68, wrote the original material when they were teenagers in 1974, during the earliest phase of their songwriting partnership.
More than 50 years later, the pair came across an old cassette containing their earliest compositions—songs they never had the skills to record properly back then.
They decided to recreate these tracks in a modern studio, forming the foundation of Trixies, their first album in eight years.
Album Details and First Single Release
Release Date and Theme
Trixies is scheduled for release on March 6, 2026. The album centers on stories about a fictional nightclub, giving it a nostalgic and imaginative feel.
First Track Out Now
Fans can already listen to the opening song, “Trixies Part One,” which has been released as the album’s preview track.
A Bittersweet Moment: Remembering Gilson Lavis
The album announcement closely follows the passing of longtime Squeeze drummer Gilson Lavis, who died at age 74 in Lincolnshire, England. His death was shared through Instagram by former bandmate Jools Holland.
Lavis was an essential part of Squeeze’s history, playing with the band from 1976 to 1982 and again from 1985 to 1992. Difford and Tilbrook honored him with heartfelt tributes on the band’s Instagram page.
Controversy Over AI Use in Promotion
Following the tributes, the band posted promotional content for Trixies, which sparked criticism from some fans who believed AI was used in the accompanying visuals.
One commenter expressed concern, writing:
“Love the single and I’m excited for the new album, but why use AI? You’re artists—many people will be put off by it.”
Despite the debate, the songs themselves were written decades before AI existed, and the creators emphasized the authenticity of their work.
The Artists Reflect on Their Teenage Creativity
Difford noted that although they were committed to songwriting in the 1970s, they lacked the musical experience to record the tracks at the time. He said:
“These songs astonish me. I’m proud of what we did back then, and even more proud that the younger versions of us created them.”
Tilbrook added humorously that he didn’t even know the names of the chords when they originally wrote the songs—but now he can teach them to the rest of the band.
A New Burst of Creativity
Another Entire Album Recorded
Producing Trixies also reignited creative energy within the group. While revisiting their early work, Squeeze ended up recording an additional new album of original songs, which will be released later.
Tilbrook described the emotional experience:
“Revisiting these songs moved me to tears—not just because of their quality, but because of all the ideas I still haven’t explored.”
Difford echoed this feeling:
“At my age, discovering that we wrote such strong material as teenagers brings me incredible joy.”
Produced by Owen Biddle
The new album is produced by Squeeze bassist Owen Biddle, helping bring both nostalgia and modern clarity to the tracks.
Trixies is more than just a new Squeeze album—it is a bridge between the band’s earliest creative spark and their enduring musical legacy.
By reviving songs written over half a century ago, Difford and Tilbrook celebrate both their youthful imagination and their continued passion for songwriting.
Fans can look forward not only to this nostalgic release but also to a future album born from the creative surge that followed.
