: The album's name is a clever double-entendre. It combines Moseley , the Birmingham suburb where they formed, with a nod to Muscle Shoals , Alabama—the legendary recording home of soul icons like Aretha Franklin.
: 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. Ocean Colour Scene - Moseley Shoals
: 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. : The album's name is a clever double-entendre