The experimental five-piece band Squid have arrived during an ongoing explosion of talent in the realms of contemporary post-punk. Bands are forming out England’s political frustrations, taking the previous sounds of the likes of Talking Heads and other pioneering acts, seeking to modernize them and create a new voice in the form of experimental rock. In Squid’s case, the bands NEU! and This Heat are listed as influences, where their sounds have shaped them as a band. In 2019, Squid released their second and most pivotal extended play ‘Town Centre’ on the Dan Carey led label Speedy Wunderground, a key development in the bands style of music.

The album ‘Bright Green Field’ released on Friday featuring further production by Dan Carey, an influential figure in this emerging scene who has previously aided other bands such as Black Country New Road, Fontaines D.C and Black Midi. The lead single ‘Narrator’ was released late January of this year, instantly developing hype for the album rollout. After two more singles ‘Paddling’ and ‘Pamphlets’, the album saw its release on the acclaimed Warp Records. Upon release the album has received many genre tags, ranging from dance-punk, to math-rock to post-rock, solidifying its nature as a forward-thinking release.

There are physicals available for purchase for the LP NME described in a review as “An uncompromising debut that fulfils every ounce of the band’s potential”. Warp Records store lists a limited-edition gatefold green vinyl LP, a standard black LP, a CD complete with digipack and booklet and a red cassette available for purchase. Other merch is also available including t-shirts, hats, socks and other apparel. Squid themselves in the description on the online store stated “this is the debut album we’ve always wanted to make and without a doubt the most ambitious thing we’ve ever done. We can’t wait for you to hear the whole thing”. You can stream the dazzling debut record below.