Released on 3 August 1999, the album's much praised lyrics deal with topics such as globalisation, political, and philosophical insights.

Here I Stand, co-produced with Alaric Neville, released during the last summer of the 20th Century, created another landmark with the formation of their own label Running Man.

Sales proved the Oysters' following were not fazed by the album's "provocative (read "risky") mix of austerity, improvisation, tradition and outright pop; which proved surprisingly radio-friendly and promises well for the label's future.

FAME said of the album "with the opening chords of On the Edge it is clear these guys are fresh and unique.

Merging traditional folk music topics and instrumentation, with modern rock sensibilities, Oysterband creates a lively album that the listener can't help but dance to.