North Atlantic Drift (album)
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North Atlantic Drift is a 2004 album by Ocean Colour Scene
The title track is political commentary on American cultural imperialism and its support by the UK government, particularly the then impending US-led invasion of Iraq, which was opposed by the majority of the British public. (OCS had shown their anti-war tendencies with the previous protest song Profit in Peace and associated with Paul Weller). "Meanwhile Rome burns" appears to be a reference to the September 11 Attacks, analogy with the Sacking of Rome, "Between the Euphrates and the other river now the home of the Devil and the liar" is a reference to Iraq and US President George W. Bush.
The first track, I Just Need Myself was played by Virgin Radio and reached #13 in the charts, though the other two singles did less well. The folky Second Hand Car was released as a single in Germany and Holland. She's Been Writing is dedicated to Sandy Denny, one of Fowler's favourite bands being The Fairport Convention
Track listing
- "I Just Need Myself"
- "Oh Collector"
- "North Atlantic Drift"
- "Golden Gate Bridge"
- "Make the Deal"
- "For Every Corner"
- "On My Way"
- "Second Hand Car"
- "She's Been Writing"
- "The Song Goes On"
- "When Evil Comes"
| Ocean Colour Scene |
| Steve Cradock - Simon Fowler - Oscar Harrison - Damon Minchella |
| Discography |
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| Albums: Ocean Colour Scene - Moseley Shoals - Marchin' Already - One from the Modern - Mechanical Wonder - North Atlantic Drift - A Hyperactive Workout for the Flying quad |
| Notable Songs: ''The Riverboat Song - The Day We Caught the Train |
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