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Squeeze – East Side Story
(South African pressing – Interpak sleeve)
Label: A&M – AMLS 64854
This is the South African pressing of East Side Story, identifiable by the INTERPAK sleeve credit on the rear cover. Interpak handled local sleeve printing in South Africa, and these pressings were typically issued in smaller quantities than their UK or European counterparts.
East Side Story (1981) is widely regarded as Squeeze’s artistic high point, blending sharp, literate songwriting with polished new-wave pop. Written primarily by Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook, the album features enduring favourites such as Tempted, Labelled With Love, and Is That Love, all of which helped cement the band’s reputation beyond the UK.
South African Interpak pressings are increasingly sought after by collectors, particularly when paired with internationally recognised catalogue numbers like AMLS 64854. While not ultra-rare, these local issues carry added regional interest and consistently outperform standard European reissues in the local market.
This copy represents a desirable combination of a landmark early-80s album and a clearly identifiable South African pressing.
Track Listing
Side One
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In Quintessence
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Someone Else’s Heart
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Tempted
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Piccadilly
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There’s No Tomorrow
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Heaven
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Woman’s World
Side Two
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Is That Love
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F-Hole
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Labelled With Love
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Someone Else’s Bell
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Mumbo Jumbo
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Vanity Fair
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Messed Around
