Squid - Cowards (2025)
"Cowards" marks a significant evolution in Squid's sound, expanding beyond their earlier post-punk influences into more experimental territories. The album delves into themes of cowardice, apathy, greed, and bloodlust, offering a dark examination of humanity's ugliest traits. Lead singer Ollie Judge describes the record as resembling a "book of dark fairytales," with songs that frequently metamorphose from one musical style to another. Tracks like "Blood on the Boulders" and "Showtime!" tackle subjects such as voyeuristic fascinations with true crime and the manipulations of fame, creating an unsettling yet compelling atmosphere. The album's expansive sound incorporates elements of folk, psychedelia, jazz, and electronics, resulting in a chaotic yet focused and potent brew. Critics have praised "Cowards" as Squid's most wide-ranging and introspective work to date, cementing their position as influential voices in contemporary British guitar music.
Genre: Art Rock
Country: UK
Final Verdict: 64% (Good Album)
Yearly Ranking: 39th / 128
Highlight: Cro-Magnon Man
Made me think of:
Black Midi
Black Country, New Road
Yard Act
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