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Steve Cradock formed Ocean Colour Scene with fellow band members Simon Fowler, Oscar Harrison and Damon Minchella 21 years ago. After releasing ‘Moseley Shoals’ and ‘Marchin Already’ they were set in stone in the British Music scene, selling millions of records world wide. 13 Albums later, they are still going as strong as ever.

Steve has a reputation of being one of the hardest working musicians in the industry, obviously 24 years with OCS takes priority, but since 1992 he’s been a member of Paul Wellers band too. Steve has played, written and contributed to many of Paul’s albums, such as Wild Wood, Stanley Road, Heavy Soul, Heliocentric, Illumination, Studio 150, As Is Now, 22 Dreams, Wake up The Nation and his latest work Sonik Kicks. As well as extensive touring across the world through the years.

Cradock’s side projects have included 2 solo Albums, ‘Kundalini Target’ and ‘Peace City West’ which he has also taken on the road with the Steve Cradock Band since 2008, supporting the likes of Amy McDonald, Beady Eye and Miles Kane. Many great musicians have joined him on stage during these gigs including Mani from the Stone Roses, Andy Crofts from the Moons/Weller Band, and James Buckley from the Inbetweeners and of course Paul Weller.

‘Travel Wild -Travel Free’ – His 3rd solo album is due for release in September 2013 on Proper Records, it was produced by Steve and wife Sally and recorded at Steve’s Studio in Devon as well as Deep Litter Studios. The Record was Mixed and Mastered at Black Barn (Wellers Studio) in Ripley, Surrey by Jan-Stan -Kybert 

4 years ago the London based, Scottish artist released Fire, in tribute to the late Tony Eke. “Chris and Bjorgvin Benediktsson have collectively done an excellent job in recreating a beautiful single which needs to be heard” 
FVMusic Blog May 2020.

The Nunny Boy remix of ‘Walking Home’ has quickly become Chris’ most successful track on Spotify, “He does a wonderful job singing, I greatly appreciate how Nunny Boy’s remix incorporates analogue elements, This is some excellent work!” The JMC - UpToHearMusic - Oct 2022.

You On The Brain (PDG Remix)
“If the song is too good, it’s because of how Chris creates this love song in such a way that is intense and makes you want to dance till death!”
SISTRA Magazine - Jan 2023.

‘Staring At The Sky’, released August 2022 featuring spoken word performed by actor, Noelle Adames received some great reviews and was played on Jim Gellatly’s Amazing Radio show. 

“The London-based troubadour has released the stunning single, an art-pop release with a lot of heart. In our humble opinion, ‘Staring At the Sky’ is Chris McConville’s finest work to date.”
FVMusicBlog - August 2022.

Former drummer of The Bishops, who released 3 albums, toured the world and supported Oasis at Benicassim, now self-produces his own original music. Counts himself lucky to have been flatmate of Welsh comedian, Rhod Gilbert for a number of years at his London pad, who was a supportive and positive influence.

Pro session drummer, making a name in the EDM world.

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