This 2019 single, their third for the Speedy Wunderground label, showcased Squid expanding their sound with more intricate arrangements and extended instrumental passages. It was a clear signpost towards the ambitious scope of their later work.
- "Houseplants" was recorded by Dan Carey at his South London studio in a single day, a signature Speedy Wunderground approach. The B-side, "Palace," runs over eight minutes and features a more abstract, krautrock-influenced structure. It was released on 7-inch vinyl with limited art prints.
- The single was released on February 27, 2019, on Speedy Wunderground. It was a limited run, with 1,000 copies pressed on heavyweight vinyl.
- Speedy Wunderground is a label founded by Dan Carey and Alexis Smith, known for its fast, analog recording methods and focus on live-to-tape performances. This release continued their streak of working with emerging UK talent.
Squid is a band from Brighton, UK, known for their post-punk sound and often confrontational live shows. The "Houseplants" single arrived in early 2019, between their initial buzz-building EPs and the release of their debut LP.
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