The Columbia hotel became infamous for its role as a hangout for rock bands, attracting groups like Radio 4 and Oasis. A drunken mishap led a Radio 4 member to jump down several floors, resulting in hospitalization and a ban from the hotel, while Oasis famously threw furniture out of windows, prompting their escape from police. Its cheap rooms and relaxed bar hours made it a vital gathering place for musicians, especially during the 1980s, with the hotel embodying a rock'n'roll spirit cherished by artists like Noel Gallagher and Clint Boon.
In the early 2000s, a member of the New York dance-punk band Radio 4 forgot his hotel key and jumped from upstairs to the reception level, resulting in hospitalization.
Oasis members once threw furniture out of the Columbia hotel's bar window, causing chaos and leading to the band's quick departure before police arrived.
The Columbia hotel, known for cheap rooms and a flexible bar, became a favorite for musicians in the 1980s and was a significant part of their stories.
Clint Boon of Inspiral Carpets recalls the excitement of being around rock legends at the Columbia, emphasizing its importance to working-class bands like Oasis.
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