Released in 1992, The Drowners was Suede’s debut single and the spark that ignited their rise to fame. With its jagged guitars, urgent rhythms, and Brett Anderson’s unmistakable vocal delivery, the track announced a band that was equal parts glamour and grit. Lyrically ambiguous and steeped in decadent imagery, it set the tone for Suede’s blend of romanticism and danger, quickly becoming a cult favourite and later a Britpop-era classic.

On the AA-side, To The Birds delivers a moodier, more atmospheric counterpoint — a haunting and richly textured track that showcased the band’s depth even at this early stage. Together, these songs established Suede as one of the most compelling new acts of the decade.

Tracklist:

Side A:
A1. The Drowners

Side AA:
AA1. To The Birds