The group's self-titled debut album was released on Hut Records and Capitol Records and peaked at number 4 in the UK album chart. It was produced by Jim Abbiss. The album was known for its circular artwork by Rob and Nick Carter. Singles "Take the Long Road and Walk It" and "The Truth Is No Words" went top 20 in the UK singles chart. The band toured with, New Order, The Charlatans and Oasis as well as selling out Blackpool Empress Ballroom and London's Brixton Academy.