Ahead of Manchester City’s league game against Everton tomorrow, we caught up with another gang of Manchester musicians who follow MCFC home and away. Adam (right) and Mugger (middle) from The Travelling Band are both massive City fans, and have put together this list of songs that have soundtracked some of their favourite MCFC moments. Take it away chaps…

Good Riddance (Time Of Your Life) – Green Day

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CnQ8N1KacJc

This was played at at the end of Sky Sports coverage of the 1999 playoff final against Gillingham when we got promoted back up to the 1st Division.. It accompanied scenes of Nicky Weaver running the entire length of the pitch after his penalty save which sealed the deal.. He looked like he was gonna collapse after that.. I remember being at the game and when Paul Dickov scored the goal to equalise in the 95th minute I remember celebrating and then realised I was about 5 row from where i started! A historic day for us…

Sit Down – James

When City played Derby in the 1990-91 season, Tony Coton was sent off for a professional foul in the area.. It being before the days of substitute keepers, Niall Quinn went between the sticks for the following penalty. To the delight of everyone in the ground it was saved by the big man and this song was sung by the City fans in the Kippax at the Derby County supporters.. Another special moment, made even more so by the fact big Niall had already scored a penalty for us at the other end..

Boy for Sale – Lionel Bart (from Oliver!) – James H Reeve, Niall Quinn, David White

I’ve included this as I was lucky enough to play a part in the Junior Blues pantomime at the old social club at Maine Road which was the blue version of Lionel Bart’s Oliver.. James H Reeve played Fagin.. and it Niall Quinn and David White played a part in the pantomime.. Happy memories being in this with the players of the day!

The Masterplan – Oasis

I’ve included this as i was at the a legendary Maine Road concerts that Oasis did at the height of their powers.. A good memory of the old ground for me when it wasn’t being used for City’s games and of course, the Gallagher’s are synonymous with MCFC..

Boys in Blue

Always been played at the end of the game for as long as i can remember.. Cracking cheesy 70s number with the players all singing along.. Listen out for the little guitar lick in it.. 70s genius.. I believe it was written and sung by Godley and Creme from 10cc, although i reckon it’s Mike Summerbee moonlighting on guitar (just a theory)..

Go West – Pet Shop Boys

Two words! UWE ROSLER!!

Thanks to Adam and Mugger for picking their playlist, a fine selection of tracks! The Travelling Band are on tour later this year, check out the dates over at their website – where you can also get a free download of their new single!