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A Hyperactive Workout for the Flying Squad

Ocean Colour Scene · 2005

47 min · 13 tracks · Britpop

A vibrant fusion of Britpop and rock, bursting with melodic hooks and energetic rhythms.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo rhythmic flow
  • melodic hooks for sing-alongs
  • vibrant energy for active listening
  • uplifting anthems for group enjoyment

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of fast-paced thrills
  • prefer standalone single tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2005, 'A Hyperactive Workout for the Flying Squad' is Ocean Colour Scene's sixth studio album. This period followed their commercial peak in the late 1990s with hits like 'The Riverboat Song.' By this time, the band was working to redefine their sound while maintaining their roots in Britpop.
Stylistic neighbors
The Verve· Oasis· Stereophonics

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Everything Comes at the Right Time 3:49
  • 2 Free My Name 2:42
  • 3 Wah Wah 3:32
  • 4 Drive Away 4:41
  • 5 I Love You 3:30
  • 6 This Day Should Last Forever 3:05
  • 7 Move Things Over 5:10
  • 8 Waving Not Drowning 3:20
  • 9 God’s World 3:21
  • 10 Another Time to Stay 4:57
  • 11 Have You Got the Right 2:02
  • 12 Start of the Day 3:46
  • 13 My Time 3:18

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