1.16 Why Should It Happen to Me - the Killermeters
1.17 Nobody Love's Me - the Letters
1.18 1970's Boy - Long Tall Shorty
1.19 Back on the Beach Again - the Media
1.20 Fuck Art Let's Dance - the Name
2.1 I Saw Her with Another Guy - the Nightriders
2.2 Saturday Night - the Odds
2.3 Plane Crash - Purple Hearts
2.4 I Believe You - the Reputations
2.5 Soho - Run 229
2.6 Wild About You - the Same
2.7 Hey Girl - the Scene
2.8 You Can Do It - the Scoop
2.9 Sema 4 Messages - Sema 4
2.10 First Impressions - Small World
2.11 Know What I Want - Split Screens
2.12 Livin' in the City - Squire
2.13 One Out All Out - Straight Up
2.14 One Step Ahead - the Stripes
2.15 I've Got Me Parka - the Sussed
2.16 I Apologise - Teenage Filmstars
2.17 Just a Little Mod - Terry Tonik
2.18 Bank Holiday - the Vandells
2.19 Just Can't Let You Go - the V.I.P.'s
2.20 East Coast Kids - the What
Description:
Compiled by Mark Brennan.
All Tracks - 1977-1983
Licensed from: 1, 8,,13, 16, 19, 21, 23, 27, 28, 29, 37 & 40 detour Records, 2 Charlie Casey, 3 & 5 dead Good Records, 4, 7, 14, 15, 31 to 33 & 39 Jade Music, 6 & 35 Graduate Music, 9 castle Copyrights, 10 & 22 Cherry Red Records, 11 Steve Budd, 12 Ross Landau, 17 Simon Edwards, 18 Tony Morrison, 20 The Name, 24 Paul Wickins, 25 Ray Bibby / Run 229, 26 & 36 Wessex Music, 30 & 34 Paul Guidotti, 38 Rick Blair
Publishers: 1-1: Graham Wood Music, 1-2: Link Music, 1-3: Dead Good Tunes, 1-4, 1-7, 1-14, 1-15, 2-11 to 2-13, 2-19: Luanda Music, 1-5, 2-7, 2-14: Copyright Control, 1-6, 2-15: Graduate Music, 1-8, 1-13, 1-19, 2-8, 2-9, 2-17, 2-20: Tandiz Music, 1-9: Summersongs, 1-10, 2-2: Red Rhino Music, 1-11: Complete Music, 1-12: Lightning Music, 1-16: Psycho Music, 1-17: Heartbeat Music, 1-18: Rufus Music, 1-20: DinSong Ltd., 2-1: ATV Music, 2-3: And Son Music, 2-4: Zomba Music, 2-5: MS Music, 2-6: Desert Songs, 2-10: Valid Music, 2-16: Wessex Music, 2-18: Brighton Beach Music
"100 Percent British Mod" on CD is a vibrant, carefully curated snapshot of the British Mod scene, bringing together a wide range of tracks from different artists under one unifying attitude: sharp style, driving rhythms and a love for soulful, beat-driven guitar music. Rather than focusing on one band, this compilation celebrates the energy of the clubs, scooters and dance floors that defined - and continue to define - Mod culture in the UK. Expect a mix of punchy power-pop, high-octane rhythm & blues, catchy hooks and sing-along choruses that capture the essence of British Mod across different eras. The sequencing is designed to feel like a night out: from immediate, hook-laden openers to rawer, more explosive cuts and finally to anthems that you'll want to play again the moment the disc ends. "100 Percent British Mod" is ideal both for newcomers who want a compact introduction to the Mod universe and for long-time fans looking for a concentrated dose of that unmistakable British Mod spirit in one place.
The CD format emphasizes sound quality and collectability: a physical artifact with artwork that reflects the aesthetic of sharp suits, bold graphics and classic British iconography, while offering a robust, reliable listening experience. It's a release designed for people who still appreciate holding a disc in their hands, reading the track list and letting a full album play from start to finish, as intended.
CAPTAIN OI is a specialist label known for its passion for British guitar music, especially cult genres and subcultures like punk, Oi!, Mod and power-pop. Over the years, the label has built a strong reputation among collectors and genre enthusiasts for its carefully compiled reissues, well-researched liner notes and authentic approach. CAPTAIN OI focuses on preserving scenes and sounds that might otherwise fade from view, treating them with respect and giving both classic and lesser-known bands a durable home in physical formats. With "100 Percent British Mod", CAPTAIN OI once again underlines its role as a guardian of distinctive British music culture and provides a release that is both a listening pleasure and a document of an enduring musical movement.