: Their revival was fueled by two of Britpop's biggest names. Noel Gallagher invited them to support Oasis on tour after hearing a demo, and Paul Weller (The Modfather) hired Cradock and bassist Damon Minchella for his own touring band to help them pay rent.
: By 1996, the band was considered "has-beens" by many. They were even banned from playing live due to record company red tape. Guitarist Steve Cradock’s father actually re-mortgaged his house to help fund the band's survival during these penniless years. Ocean Colour Scene - Moseley Shoals
: "The Riverboat Song" became a household staple because Chris Evans loved it so much he made it the permanent "walk-on" music for every guest on his hit Channel 4 show, TFI Friday . : Their revival was fueled by two of Britpop's biggest names
The story of Ocean Colour Scene’s 1996 album is a classic "rise from the ashes" tale . After their 1992 self-titled debut flopped, the band spent four years in a "musical wilderness," living on welfare and being largely ignored by the press. Key Highlights of the "Moseley Shoals" Story They were even banned from playing live due