Madness on stage at Newcastle's Utilita Arena, on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 (Image: Chronicle Live)

Given the fact that I grew up with a dad who has a huge interest in music of different genres and decades, it will come as no surprise that I was quite familiar with the work of both Madness and Squeeze . Both bands have stood the test of time, and the fact they were playing together in Newcastle meant we couldn't turn it down.

Madness have always had a way of making their music memorable, especially right from the start of each song, which are all instantly recognisable. Squeeze's rock sound has seen the band endure for decades, and they were given a good amount of time to prove it once again on Tuesday night, supporting Madness on their Hit Parade tour.

Just after we arrived int

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