Oasis: Glamour Isn't Our Style

Oasis have ignored calls from Brit Award bosses to glamorise their finale performance at next month's ceremony, insisting it's not their style.

The group will receive the Outstanding Contribution to Music Award at the event on 14 February and are set to close the show with a medley of their hits.

Noel Gallagher says, "We won't do anything special because that's not the way we are. "But I guess some clown will have dressed up the stage with a fancy backdrop and we'll get the hump."

The bands' request for a full set was turned down by the event organisers, with the group allocated 15 minutes for their performance.

Gallagher adds, "We might do three or possibly just two songs. "I don't mind because our songs are quite long. If we were the Arctic Monkeys we'd be able to do about six."

Source: www.itv.com

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Europes Largest Guitar Exhibition To Be Held At Harrods

"Born To Rock: The Life and Times of the Electric Guitar", Europe's biggest guitar exhibition, will open at Harrods on 2nd February to 3rd March 2007.

The exhibition will feature over 150 guitars, including “The Frying Pan” – the world’s fist electric guitar. The idea for the event came from the “RockCouture” collection, a set of 50 stunning and unique electric guitars, which have been personally customised by some of the biggest names in fashion, music and design. This includes the likes of Bono, Patrick Cox, David LaChappele, Jennifer Lopez and Theo Fennel and many more.

The Born to Rock will also showcase many rare and extremely valuable guitars, both vintage and modern. Visitors will also get the chance to get up close to the guitars, played by artists such as Brian Jones, The Velvet Underground and Noel Gallagher.

After the exhibition the RockCouture guitars will be auctioned off to charities.

For further information on how you can bid for the RockCouture guitars visit www.borntorock.tv

Source: www.ukmusic.com

Noel: We'll Roll With It At Brits

Noel Gallagher says his band Won't make a special effort for their top spot at the Brit Awards.

The ultra-cool songwriting legend says Oasis will just rock up and play, despite organisers’ best efforts to make things glitzy.

Noel said: “We won’t do anything special because that’s not the way we are. But I guess some clown will have dressed up the stage with a fancy backdrop and we’ll get the hump.”

The band wanted a full set but are only being allowed 15 minutes. Noel added: “We might do three or possibly just two songs. I don’t mind because our songs are quite long. If we were the Arctic Monkeys we’d be able to do about six.”

Oasis will get the Outstanding Contribution Award and close the show on February 14 in London’s Earls Court.

It’s sure to be a superb end to the Brits. And the mad fer it Mancunian has promised to stir things up.

He added: “I love the big awards ceremonies because there’s always someone there you can antagonise.” Jarvis Cocker, who stormed the stage during Michael Jackson's Earth Song in 2000, has been nominated for Best Male.

He said: “Last time, I left there in a police van so I hope not to leave in the same circumstances.”
So with Noel, Jarvis and hell-raiser Amy Winehouse in the same room we should be in for some explosive entertainment.

Source: www.thesun.co.uk

Noel Gallagher Is Mad Fur It

Oasis hardman Noel Gallagher has become addicted to a wildlife programme — about Meerkats.

The usually wild rocker revealed he was mad about the furry stars of a TV nature series.

When asked if he was still a hellraiser, Noel replied: “Mostly I sit at home with my daughter Anais watching Meerkat Manor.”

The series, narrated by Love Actually star Bill Nighy, follows a group of the sociable animals living in southern Africa’s Kalahari Desert.

The “Whiskers” family is made up of Flower, Shakespeare, Daisy and Carlos.

And millions across the world have been tuning in as cameras capture every family squabble and “love affair”.

Wild side ... Noel is huge fan

The 12in-tall critters live in burrows and survive on a diet of worms, insects and lizards. They are the subject of a ten-year study by Cambridge University.

In the US, chat show queen Oprah Winfrey has admitted she is a big fan. And Hollywood legend Whoopi Goldberg even called producers and asked if a meerkat could be named after her.

Noel, 39 — famed with Brother Liam for saying “mad fer it” — has been watching the show on DVDs and the Discovery Channel.

He has been glued to the screen at his London home with little Anais, who celebrates her sixth birthday next week. But from tomorrow night the rest of Britain can enjoy the series when it is launched on BBC2 at 6.10pm.

Source: www.thesun.co.uk

Enjoy The View, Oasis For The MySpace Age

"Noel Gallagher came and listened to us when we were mastering the EP at the studios," beams Kyle in his munching-gravel voice. "He thought it was cool."

Quite an accolade for the group that originally converged at their local Catholic school as a covers band, blitzing through a repertoire that included "The Beatles, The Stone Roses and Oasis".

None of the members are older than 20 (the average age is 18), and look so alarmingly young, you'd imagine their favourite chat-up line ends in "up a tree K-I-S-S-I-N-G".

Up and down the land, they're connecting with teenagers, with tunes that razzle with humour and charm. Wherever they go - even when they nip to the urinal for a discreet pee - they find themselves assailed by the signature terrace-chant of "The View! The View! The View are on fire!"

Their popularity, considers Kyle, is partly a reaction to art-pop and indie-karaoke bands that were prevalent at the time such as Franz Ferdinand and Kaiser Chiefs.

"We were very influenced by bands like Oasis and the way The Libertines went about things on stage, treating it like it was like nothing else, rather than standing there and pouting. I think that's what The Libertines changed: for the audience to be at one with the stage."

"We're a working class band - we lead the same lives the audience leads. People can look at us and know that could be them up there."

Source: www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Doherty Covers Oasis

Pete Doherty played a cover of an Oasis song at a solo show in London this morning, just hours after his latest court appearance.

The Babyshambles star took to the stage at the Rhythm Factory at around midnight, performing a two-hour set from across his career.

Emerging to a chant of "QPR, QPR, QPR", Doherty was backed by friend The General throughout, with Mick Whitnall from Babyshambles also contributing.

Amongst the material played was Noel Gallagher's "Don't Look Back In Anger", plus tracks from the recent "Blinding" EP, "Killamangiro" and "What Katy Did Next".

Libertines favourites "What A Waster", "Can't Stand Me Now" and "Time For Heroes" also got an airing in the lengthy set, according to the NME.

The show followed a full band concert at the Boogaloo Bar in Highgate in London on Monday evening and Doherty's appearance before magistrates on Wednesday afternoon.

He was congratulated for his progress at the latest review of a drug rehab order at Thames Magistrates Court in East London by District Judge Jane McIvor.

Speaking to reporters outside court, Doherty commented: "It's just a really positive time for me at the moment."

Source: www.uk.news.launch.yahoo.com

Q Magazine To Auction Oasis and Other Photo's For Cancer

Q and Cancer Research join forces

On February 26 , Sound & Vision will bring together some of the biggest names in popular music and photography for its Sound & Vision 2007 event - a unique music and photography exhibition and auction to be held at Abbey Road Studios which Q is delighted to be supporting.

Among the many highlights of the exhibition – which has legendary Beatles producer Sir George Martin as its patron – are Q man Jason Joyce’s striking images of Noel and Liam Gallagher, Jude Edginton’s exceptional work with Paul Weller and Basement Jaxx, and one of only two prints of the original artwork to the Scissor Sister’s debut album, courtesy of Studio Spooky.

All money raised on the night will help fund Cancer Research UK’s pioneering research. Tickets to the event are strictly limited and can be applied for by calling Cancer Research UK on: 0870 242 7095 or going to www.soundandvision2007.co.uk

Source: www.q4music.com

Noel Gallagher Interview HDNET Sound Off

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Gallagher 'Williams Album Is Dog S**t'

Noel Gallagher has reignited his feud with Robbie Williams ahead of today's (16JAN07) Brit Award Nominations - calling the Angel singer's new album dog s**t.

Williams' album Rudebox is wildly expected to be shunned at today's nominations for the British music event - making it the first time in ten years his album hasn't received a BRIT nomination.

And Oasis rocker Gallagher hasn't wasted any time in sticking the knife in - insisting Williams probably hates the album as well. He says, "As he tends to refer himself in the third person, Robbie Williams is obviously a character that he invented and the music he makes is f**king dog s**t.

And I think even Robbie would probably admit that. The outburst from the Wonderwall rocker is the latest in a series of feuds between the pair - which all started after Gallagher called the Let Me Entertain You singer the "fat dancer from TAKE THAT." The Brit Awards takes place next month (14FEB)

Source: www.contactmusic.com

Stars Share Spotlight In A Record For Buskers

Musical legends including ex-Smiths' bassist Andy Rourke joined forces with 150 buskers from across Manchester this weekend in a bid to raise money for charity.

The world record busking attempt, organised by Versus Cancer, attracted hundreds of onlookers outside the Urbis in Cathedral Gardens.

Andy was joined by Damon Gough - better known as Badly Drawn Boy - and ex-Oasis guitarist Bonehead. The event saw performers banging drums, strumming guitars and singing along to the Oasis hit Wonderwall. The gig was also designed to highlighting the Versus Cancer concert at the M.E.N. Arena in March.

Last year's event, which attracted artists including New Order, Johnny Marr, Shaun Ryder, The Doves and Elbow, was organised after Andy's manager's sister and dad were diagnosed with cancer.

Andy said: "Versus Cancer came about because my manager found out his sister and dad had cancer.

"I wanted to do something to help and as a musician the only thing I could think of doing was putting on a concert. But I never thought it would grow to this size.

"The great thing about Manchester is all the musicians get on really well so everyone gave up their time to get involved.

"We are all about setting a new world record. There is no record at the moment so we are starting something new."

Travelled

Busker Paul McNulty travelled from Chorlton with wife Claire and children Clementine, five and Charlie, two, to take part.

He said: "I read about this event and thought it was a great way to show my children the positive effects music can have.

"I'm a computer programmer but I used to busk a lot -though I hadn't for a while."

Promoters say the busk is only a taster of the main event, which comes to the M.E.N. Arena on March 30.

The concert has already attracted bands including Ian Brown and Echo And The Bunnymen. Gig organiser and Andy's manager Nova said: "A lot of people have put a lot of hard work into the show. It has grown from an idea we had in the pub into a massive thing which is raising money to fund research into cancer and attracting some of the biggest names in music."

Watch a Video from the event Here

Source: www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Banner Competition

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In This Week's NME Magazine...

Inside this week's NME magazine is a free Liam And Noel Gallagher giant poster.

Music Showcase: Oasis

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On This Day In Oasis History....

"All Around the World" is a song by British rock band Oasis, written by the band's lead guitarist Noel Gallagher. The song is seen by many as the stand-out track from their third album Be Here Now. Released on 12th January 1998, the track peaked at Number 1 in the UK Singles Chart; it is the longest single ever to do so.

Be Here Now has been criticised for being self-indulgent, over-produced and bloated. "All Around the World", nearly ten minutes long, embellished with string and horn pieces, and followed by its very own two minute long instrumental reprise, would appear to be the worst culprit. However, on its release the reviews were generally positive. It is in keeping with many Oasis songs, such as "Whatever", "Acquiesce", "Live Forever" and "Stop Crying Your Heart Out" in that it preaches the belief that "it's gonna be OK". It also features a backing vocal in the coda remarkably similar to the corresponding section in The Beatles' classic "Hey Jude".



The song was one of the first to be written by Noel, and there are recorded sessions of the band rehearsing it at the Boardwalk club as early as 1992. However, despite Noel's fondness for the song, it did not appear on their first two albums, Definitely Maybe and (What's The Story) Morning Glory?, as he wanted to wait until the band could afford to produce the song in the extravagant manner in which it was to eventually appear.

Keeping with the feel of the song, the video was also a lavish affair. Featuring the band in a yellow spaceship, the animated piece saw them travel through a world akin to The Beatles' Yellow Submarine film. The video was directed by Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris and apparently took 24 computer animators 6 months to make.



When it was suggested that Oasis take legal action against pop band Hear'Say for their first single's uncanny similarity to "All Around the World", Noel simply laughed at the hypocrisy of such an act from a man who was famous for "borrowing" from other artists.

The harmonica pieces on the track were performed by Mark Feltham. Noel and Liam's then wives, Meg Matthews and Patsy Kensit, sang backing vocals.

Portions of the song were used as background music for AT&T's advertising campaign for "The New" AT&T in early 2006.

Oasis Live At The Brits

Oasis to receive Outstanding Contribution to Music BRIT award

The BPI announced last year that Oasis will be recognised with the prestigious
Outstanding Contribution to Music at The BRIT Awards on Valentine’s Day 2007. The band are to be presented with the award at the show at London’s Earls Court on the 14th February 2007.
Previous winners of the Outstanding Contribution to Music Award include The Beatles, John Lennon, U2 and The Who. This will be the 5th BRIT Award the band have received.

Oasis have also confirmed that they will be performing live at the BRITS ceremony, which will be broadcast live for the first time.

Often cited as the most influential band of their generation, Oasis can count many contemporary bands — including Kasabian, Arctic Monkeys and more — as great fans of their music and rock’n’roll swagger.

The band was formed by brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher in Manchester in 1991. The debut album Definitely Maybe (1994) plus the follow-ups (What’s The Story) Morning Glory (1995), and Be Here Now (1997) defined the 1990’s decade for many music fans.

More recent albums, Standing On The Shoulders Of Giants (2000), Heathen Chemistry (2002) and Don’t Believe The Truth (2005) saw experimental changes in mood and in line-up, but all of the band’s studio albums — as well as 8 of their singles — made UK No1. In addition, they have sold 50 million albums, earned numerous accolades, and picked up four BRIT awards to date.

Oasis’ current line up includes Gem Archer (guitar/backing vocals), Andy Bell (bass) and Zac Starkey (drums). The group released a best-of album, Stop The Clocks in November 2006, with a new studio album slated for late 2007.

Source: www.brits.co.uk

Noel Sits Down With Matt Pinfield

Sound Off with Matt Pinfield: Oasis

This week on Sound Off, Matt sits down with Noel Gallagher, lead guitarist, principal songwriter and vocalist for the British supergroup Oasis. Formed in Manchester in 1991, Oasis are one of the most successful and prominent English music groups to emerge during the 1990s with 50 million in album sales and 8 UK number-one singles. Their critical acclaim and massive, loyal fanbase still remain today, feeding off the band's melodic hooks, loud guitars and defiant sneer. Oasis' latest release is a greatest hits album entitled, Stop The Clocks.


Matt Pinfield’s candid interview approach has made him a favorite among music fans and musicians alike dating back to his days at MTV & USA up to his present day radio show on Sirius Satellite. Matt goes behind-the-scenes to get the inside scoop as he interviews the biggest music stars and legends in the industry - giving you the real stories and honest opinions from the artists who live them


Show: Sound Off with Matt Pinfield
Episode: Oasis
Network: (HDNet) HDNet
Date: Sunday - January 14, 2007
Time: 8:30/7:30c PM
Duration: 0:30

(This interview was taped when Noel stopped by during the CMJ Film festival (06) for a Q and A with fans at the world premiere of the "Lord Don't Slow Me Down" documentary in New York City.)

Source: www.live4ever.us

Noel's £14m Wonderwall-et

Noel Gallagher has revealed the extent of his wealth for the first time.

The moneybags Oasis songwriter blurted out in an interview that he’s got £14 million stashed away in the bank.

And that doesn’t include his other investments such as posh properties in London, Manchester and Ibiza.

Asked whether he is losing interest in the music business, Noel admitted: “Yeah. But at the last count, I’ve got 14million quid in the bank account — that keeps me interested.”

Then, regretting the slip, he hastily joked: “By the way, if anyone’s reading this — particularly the Inland Revenue — I haven’t got 14million in the bank . . . not in cash anyway.”

Bit too late for that, I think Noel . . .

Source: www.thesun.co.uk

Andy Bell To Be Guest DJ In Scotland

Oasis star Andy Bell is starring on stage with pop mogul Alan Mcgee as guest DJs at the Death Disco gig, Inverness, Scotland.

Source: www.contactmusic.com

Oasis Exhibit Will Turn Back The Clocks

A Photo exhibition that captures the early days of rock band Oasis is to open in Bath next week.

The collection of images by photographer Jill Furmanovsky will go on display at the Fopp record store in Westgate Buildings from Monday.

In the late 1990s, the photographer had unprecedented access to the band and candidly captured the stars at work and play over three years.

Most of the photos are of brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher, who are the band's singer and guitarist respectively.

The band rose to fame in the mid-1990s with the album Definitely Maybe. A series of other top-selling albums followed.

The images are taken from Furmanovsky's Oasis collection, Was There Then.

The exhibition comes shortly after Oasis released their 'best of' album, Stop the Clocks.

All the images will be available for sale.

For more information email fopp@rockarchive.com.