For the next months they would find themselves just about on permanent tour in the States (with Porno for Pyros) and in the UK, playing at venues like London's Electric Ballroom. And whilst, their musical sense of humour seemed to be falling on deaf ears in the States – they were gathering a rather frenzied appreciation society in the UK.

1997 and no sooner than they belched their last turkey sandwiches, they were back on the road. The re-release of Scooby Snacks in perfect timing with the 'cult fiction' phenomenon hitting the UK saw the hit single was firmly listed as a classic cult tune. That, and touring the US with the likes of U2 (still trying to win over the American audience) and hitting the festivals in the UK.

With all the touring, you might be surprised that in January 1998 the band's second album, '100% Columbian' was released. Apparently recorded in just 4 days, and with a title dangling dangerously close to a Columbian Government lawsuit (yes, the Columbian Government did object (why!?) and the album nearly became known as 'Roughin' Up Thugs'! (geddit?)). The album was more hard-hitting than 'Come Find Yourself' - the story's more dark, but with enough lightness thrown in to ensure another couple of top hits (Big Night Out and Korean Bodega) and an accolade to Barry White (Love Unlimited) thrown in for a candy sprinkled topping. And still they continued to tour… this time moving up to the likes of London's Brixton Academy and Manchester's Apollo theatre, and appearing at V98.

But this is where things get a little more strained... drummer, Steve-o (who got himself in a bit of bother with the UK boys in blue – for allegedly making obscene phone calls and being abusive to someone at a ladies gym ("he went and asked for a rub down [a massage] and the woman took it the wrong way")) decides to take a break from the band, and Mackie (former drummer for the 'Cro-mags', to name just one) stepped in as a temporary replacement for the second stint of the tour early 1999. Still playing at sold-out venues in the UK (such as the Camdem Forum), but still not really making much of an impact in the States. Their US record company has already shifted them over to Virgin, and now Virgin are looking nervous. And following disappointing sales in the US for 100%, they decide not to renew the band's US record contract. Duh!

But things are far from over for the New York band. They still have a big following in the UK – a trait that was rapidly spreading over Europe too. Not just that, but the smooth talkin', good looking Huey has become somewhat of a 'personality' in the UK, with 'trash' journalism speculating on his every move (especially the moves involving beautiful female celebs!). Make no mistake; things are definitely looking good for the guys.

The band now seem to have got into the habit of touring in the UK around spring time, doing some festivals in the summer, and doing another tour in the winter. And if they ain't touring, promoting or hanging out back in New York, then they were, quite deservedly, putting their feet up at their now second base – Maui, Hawaii. Allowing Huey to master the Hawaiian guitar, Hawaiian smokes, and whilst at it, make a short spoof detective movie, 'Maui Homicide 2000', premiered on their winter tour as a bonus extra.

Christmas 1999 and the band's doesn't-quite-count-3 rd album is released. A collection of b-sides and covers, Mimosa (with a cover shot reminiscent of the 'Paradise Club' poster in Carlito's Way) was an album for the fans. A chance to cash in on the Christmas spending? Maybe, but if your brother, sister or even your grandmother, has the good sense to buy you a copy for Christmas, I sure as hell wouldn't be complaining!

Year 2000, and things go a little quiet in the FLC camp. This is the year for some time out and some time to concentrate on writing some new material. They still do some gigs though… it wouldn't be natural for the Fun Lovin' Criminals to not be on the road! They do the odd gig in the UK (one in Ireland, one in Scotland, and headline the Hells Angel run, Bulldog bash, in England). Gig starved fans were also treated to a couple of free 'promotional' gigs courtesy of One2One – so long as you managed to win tickets, of course.
But no matter… you could always catch them on TV doing the Miller Genuine Draft beer commercial!
And the extra publicity worked well – their first single, 'Loco' (from the forthcoming same titled and certainly-does-count-3rd album) goes straight into the UK charts at number 5.
They may still not have a US record deal, but the promoters seem to have been working overtime in Europe, with a whole bunch of official FLC web sites appearing throughout Europe.
The first album produced with Mackie on the drums (now a permanent resident of the FLC camp?) peaks at number 5 in the UK album charts.
And, to get back into the old routine, the Fun Lovin' Criminals begin their UK and European tour.
They have also been doing festivals throughout Europe in the summer of 2001 and no doubt be are back touring the usual venues in winter. We can also look forward to a DVD release and a live album.