The band's fourth album for Cooking Vinyl, "Deep Dark Ocean," saw Oysterband continuing their signature blend of folk-rock and protest song, with a particular focus on maritime themes.
- "Deep Dark Ocean" was recorded at The Windings studio in Fuerteventura, Canary Islands, with producer Gerry Rafferty.
- The album reached number 13 on the UK's Independent Music Chart.
- The track 'Roll Away The Time' was featured in the 1998 film 'Still Crazy'.
Oysterband is a folk-rock band from Canterbury, England, formed in 1976. They are known for their energetic live performances and socially conscious lyrics. In 1997, Oysterband released "Deep Dark Ocean" midway through their career, following a string of successful albums on the Water Lily Acoustics label and preceding their move to Mascot Records in 2000.
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