The band regrouped in 1996 and Jim McCulloch, formerly of the Soup Dragons and the original line-up of the BMX Bandits, joined on lead guitar. They signed a deal with the Camp Fabulous label, who issued the 18 Carat album in 1997. Their single "Superstar" reached number 49 on the UK Singles Chart, but gained a wider audience when it was covered by Rod Stewart on When We Were the New Boys.
The band reformed in 1996 and Jim McCulloch, formerly of the Soup Dragons and the original BMX Bandits lineup, joined as lead guitarist. They secured a deal with the Camp Fabulous label, which issued the 18 Carat album in 1997. Their single "Superstar" peaked at number 49 on the UK Singles Chart but gained more popularity when Rod Stewart covered it on When We Were the New Boys.