Ash released their debut single, "Jack Names the Planets" through Tavener's La La Land Records in February 1994, by which point he had become their manager. In April, they travelled to London to promote it. Several major labels approached them, before they signed with Infectious Records. Two more singles, "Petrol" and "Uncle Pat", preceded the release of the band's mini-album "Trailer" in October. During this period, two-thirds of the band were focusing on their A-Levels, touring with Babes in Toyland and Elastica during their half-term holidays. In February 1995, Wheeler and McMurray flew to the United States to meet with potential labels including Reprise and Interscope Records. "Kung Fu" was released as a single on 20 March 1995, followed by "Girl from Mars" on 31 July 1995, and "Angel Interceptor" on 9 October 1995.