Beady Eye Promo CD For The Roller

Promo CD - The Roller
Cataloge Number: BEADYSCD4P

Liam Gallagher: Me And Noel Will Be Pals Again

After months of snide digs, Liam Gallagher finally has a kind word to say about brother Noel.

The Beady Eye frontman says one day they will patch things up - and thinks Noel's solo stuff will be good.

Liam said: "Listen, me and him will be sweet, man.

"Our little venture's come to an end but I'll never have a bad word about Oasis, it was f*****' amazing.

"It's why I'm adored by millions. But it's over and we're buzzin'. And I hope our kid's buzzin'. I f*****' do actually. I hope he's gonna make great records. And he probably will."

However, Liam's brotherly love was short-lived. The singer put the boot in by dishing the dirt about old Oasis riders. He also told Q Magazine - out on January 25 - "It was Noel-y Gallagher who had a little ensemble of f*****' flowers every week and his little chocolates.

"Like I give a f*** about flowers being in my dressing room.

"We've had to scrape off half the s*** on our rider, going 'Oil of Ulay?!' "

Source: www.thesun.co.uk

Liam Gallagher And Andy Bell Interview

Liam Gallagher and Andy Bell speak to Rolloing Stone Magazine in Spain.

Coleen Nolan Thrilled By Noel Gallagher's Recognition

Coleen Nolan has admitted that she was "thrilled" to be recognised by Noel Gallagher.

The Loose Women panellist revealed that the Oasis star had once approached her to say that his mother was a fan of the lunchtime show.

"This man came up to me and said, 'My mum loves you'," Nolan told What's On TV. "I looked up and it was Noel Gallagher! No matter that it’s his mum who likes me, he knew who I was and who Loose Women were."

She added: "I was so thrilled."

Source: www.digitalspy.co.uk

Noel Gallagher Gives Away Disc To Help Special School

Former Oasis star Noel Gallagher has donated a signed platinum disc to raise money for a special school.

Guitarist Noel handed over the disc, which he received for sales of hit single Roll With It, to be auctioned for a charity which supports Lancasterian School in West Didsbury.

The school provides specialist education for 96 children with a range of physical difficulties and complex medical needs.

It recently won a battle to remain on its current site after securing council-funded renovations, but there is a shortfall for much needed equipment.

The disc, signed on the back by Burnage-born Noel, together with a signed letter of provenance, will be auctioned in a sale of rock and pop memorabilia this weekend.

The single, from the band’s second album (What’s the Story) Morning Glory?, reached number two in the UK Singles Chart in 1995, and is expected to sell for more than £3,000.

The platinum disc, presented for sales of more than 200,000 copies, is the star lot in the Omega Auctions sale, to be held at Dunham Massey Village Hall, near Altrincham.

Auctioneer Paul Fairweather said: "It’s safe to say this disc is one of a kind and a must for any Oasis fan."

He will donate his sellers’ commission to the charity, Friends of Lancasterian School, which aims to build a new hydrotherapy unit.

Parent and fundraiser Samantha Hough said: "We were staggered when Noel donated his platinum disc for us to sell. He is a friend of the partner of one of the nursery staff and as soon as he heard we were fundraising, he sent the disc straight away. We are thrilled with his generosity."

"Children benefit so much from hydrotherapy but the present pool is in desperate need of being replaced.

"We need £120,000 to reach our target," she added.

The Omega auction features rare rock, pop and entertainment memorabilia including several Beatles autographs and Cavern cards, rare records, film posters and James Bond material.

Viewing is tomorrow from noon to 8pm and on the morning of the sale from 9am. The sale starts at 11am and will also be live for online bidding in real time at www.the-saleroom.com.

Source: menmedia.co.uk

Liam Gallagher At Manchester City Stadium Video

Beady Eye Announce First Japanese Live Dates

Beady Eye are pleased to announce the details of their first Japanese tour.

The band - whose album 'Different Gear, Still Speeding' is released in Japan on February 23rd through Beady Eye Records / Sony Music Japan - are set to play the below five dates.

Tickets go on sale at 10am Saturday 19th February. See local publicity for Pre-Sale details.

FRIDAY 6th MAY
OSAKA: Zepp Osaka
Doors open: 6pm / Show start: 7pm
Ticket: ¥6,500 (tax incl. / 1F: Standing / 2F: Seats / Plus 1 drink charge)
INFO: 06-6535-5569 (SMASH WEST) / MEDIA: FM 802

SATURDAY 7th MAY
NAGOYA: Zepp Nagoya
Doors open: 6pm / Show start: 7pm
Ticket: ¥6,500(tax incl. / 1F: Standing / 2F: Seats / Plus 1 drink charge)
INFO:052-936-6041 (JAILHOUSE) / MEDIA:ZIP FM

MONDAY 9th, TUESDAY 10th & THURSDAY 12nd MAY
TOKYO: Zepp Tokyo
Doors open: 6pm / Show start: 7pm
Ticket: ¥6,500 (tax incl. / 1F: Standing / 2F: Seats / Plus 1 drink charge)
INFO: 03-3444-6751 (SMASH) / MEDIA: J-WAVE

BOX OFFICE:
Promoter Pre Sale: 12:00 (noon) Tuesday 1st February until 12:00 (noon) Friday 4th February
Tickets go on sale 10:00am SATURDAY 19th FEBRUARY
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Source: www.beasyeyemusic.com

Liam Gallagher On Songwriting And More

Liam was asked by Mojo Magazine "How's it been writing songs?" for Beady Eye.

The singer said "They've all been writing songs for years. I'm still new to it so I don't have a formula yet. I don't go for walks in the park, or fucking read Oscar Wilde or shit like that. I just get a f**king guitar and give it a f**king kick around the room. Write a couple of words down and see where it goes. And if it gets me sweating and that, I bring it to the guys and if they get involved, all the better."

Speaking on the bands name Liam said "It's just a change isn't it? I don't know man, it's just, "keep an eye out on the f**king f**k-wits" isn't it? We came up with a few other ones, but I'm not telling you what they were."

Vote For The NME Awards 2011

Voting is now open in the first stage of 2011's NME Shockwaves Awards.

Head over to NME.com now where you can vote for Beady Eye and Liam and Noel Gallagher in a number of categories.

To cast your vote click here.

Liam Gallagher Meets Manchester City Manager Roberto Mancini

Liam Gallagher took a seat at the City of Manchester Stadium last night to watch the FA Cup 3rd Round Replay between Manchester City and Leicester City.

After initially drawing the first leg 2-2, the replay did not disappoint, ending 4-2 to the home team. The pick of the goals, a great solo effort and unstoppable shot from Carlos Tevez.

At the final whistle Liam took some time to answer questions and also meet the Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini. Manchester City will now travel to Meadow Lane to face Notts County in the 4th Round of the FA Cup.

The full image of Liam and Roberto is available to view on Pretty Green's Facebook page here.

Source: www.prettygreen.com

Paul Gallagher DJ Set In Birmingham

Paul Gallagher will be DJ'ing at the 'The Sun On The Hill' on Birminham (UK) on Saturday 26th February, for more details click here.

Liam Gallagher On Beady Eye's Cover Of Sons Of Stage

Liam Gallagher has spoken to Mojo about covering 'Sons Of The Stage' track 'World Of Twist' with Beady Eye.

He said "Ah man, that's f**king rocking. It was the first song we did actaully. Our DJ Phil Smith used to play it before we came on at some of our gigs. So we rehearsed that one one, then we did 'We Love You' by the Stones, but we thought, F**k it, this one is more obscure. I saw them at the Ritz in Manchester. They were a top band. They were Pulp before pulp were pop.

Vote For Beady Eye's 'The Roller' On Lamacq's Rebel Playlist

6 Music's Steve Lamacq has chosen 'The Roller' as one of the tunes in this week's Rebel Playlist. This gives listeners the chance to vote for which track gets played on Steve Lamacq's radio show and online at their website every day next week. The other two tracks in the vote are Fists 'Ascending' and Tom Williams & The Boat 'Get Older'.

The vote closes at 23:59 on Sunday.'The Roller' is released this Sunday 23rd January digitally and on 7" Monday 21st February through the band's own label, Beady Eye Records.

'The Roller' is taken from Beady Eye's forthcoming debut album 'Different Gear, Still Speeding' which is also released through Beady Eye Records on 28th February.

Source: www.beadyeyemusic.com

Beady Eye Album Review From Rockin' On Magazine

Taken from the Japanese music magazine Rokin' On.

This is a rough translation from the album review, the original can be found here.

Four Letter Word

"Four-letter word" has sharp hard edge riffs. Aggression like the Pistols, Sharp like Led Zeppelin, a kick ass tune to match anything done by Oasis, It is a powerful opening track. Lively guitar solo interlude by Gem.

Millionaire

A light psychedelic acoustic number. Like the Beach Boys on acid, or John Lennon when high. Liam vocals and the slide guitar a smooth. A cute little charming song.

The Roller

This is the official first single. Originally written during the Oasis' Heathen Chemistry session. The tone is reminiscent of "All You Need is Love" with shades of "Half the World Away". The chorus melody sounds like something McMartney would write. In the video, Gem plays the piano. The band really loves the tune.

Beatles and Stones

Is just what you would think from the title, and the guitar sound like a rhythm Haneru Who ŽvIkkiri. Bti is Mesa's rock and roll, rock Yaritee! The lyrics are about the yearning to rock and roll and it's a little cliche, This song is simpler rock'n roll like "Bring the Light", but they are stimulating. Liam and the boys are searching for the answer of "what is rock'n roll?" and are well on the road.

Wind Up Dream

A Dark bluesy-rock feels a bit like Neil Young. Different from the more uplifting melodies running through the rest of the album. There is an intertwining guitar and vocal solo, that never happened in Oasis .

Bring The Light

A quick, familiar, and memorable Beady Eye tune. Like a Jerry Lee Lewis-style boogie piano, or 70's Stones. It's simple, straightforward rock and roll but obviously, "Not Oasis". This track shows Beady Eye's pride and fighting spirit. They are saying "Let the gear change, it'll still rock and roll," C'mon baby!

For Anyone

Inspirational pop melody reminiscent of "Songbird." It's a gentle tune with some atmosphere. Aspects drawn from the Beatles, in a good way. Pretty impressive. It has 60s pop style rhythm, with fairly cliched love song lyrics.

Kill For A Dream

Like "Champagne Supernova" it's also likely to please the fans, a super ballad masterpiece! The "Na na na" chorus reminds you of "Hey Jude". This song sounds the most "like Oasis" of anything on the album.

Standing On The Edge Of The Noise

Glam rock explosion. Like "Bring the Light" but much harder. Liam's roughest vocals on the album. A combination of "Drive My Car" and "Get Back". So basically like mid-late Beatles.

Wigwam

The strings can hear sound and groove, psychedelic and modern rock. The "Sha La La" chorus makes "All Around the World" sound like a pipe dream. It feels like the climax/finale of the album. Liam sings in falsetto, Liam sounds like he did when he was young.

The Ring Circus

Sounds like John Lennon rock 'n roll with some heavy blues-rock atmosphere. There are points in the chorus where the vocals are somewhat reminiscent of Oasis. Sounds like it would have fit onto Oasis next album, had there been one. Sounds like where Oasis were going?

The Beat Goes On

Like a John Lennon ballad then Liam pauses for a bit then there is a dramatic explosion of sound into something that is reminiscent of a medley of tunes from Abbey Road and For Anyone. A sweet and gentle vocal.

The Morning Son

Starts acoustically and then dramatically expands when the drums come in into an epic tune, worthy of being on the album. There are reverse guitar and strings to boost the sound. May remind some of "Whatever"

Thanks to GDFFORVER with the translation.

Gem Archer And Liam Gallagher Talk About Beady Eye's Debut Album

Gem Archer has told Mojo that there is a bit of Rolling Stones and Elvis Presley in the new Beady Eye album ‘Different Gear, Still Speeding’ that's released on February 28th on the band's own record label.

The guitarist said" "We rehearsed it, we had it almost like a set, so we could put a lot of these songs down live. The word 'psychedelia' has been used. I always say that is a very large word, almost meaningless to some people. So I would just say 'colourful'. There's a bit of Brian Jones-era Stones, a bit of Elvis. When I say the psychedelia thing, I'd compare it to when The Kinks were slightly psychedelic. Most of it's stripped down in a kind of kitchen-sink way, and almost always trying to keep a light on it's feet., like a debut album should be. I still remember the term 'jukebox classic', tunes you'd stick on in the pub.

Also speaking to Mojo about Beady Eye's debut album, was front man Liam Gallagher who said "It's not soppy ballardy shit. They're some good ballsy tunes. I mean, a couple of tunes are just a bit slower than the rest, but they've got a bit of balls. It's 90 per cent rocking. If Oasis were black and white this is proper, proper Technicolour."

Liam Gallagher On Working Without Brother Noel And More

Liam Gallagher has said that working without brother Noel in his new band Beady Eye is a different experience all together.

The frontman told Mojo " We had the little fella who was taking charge, doing his thing and I think he just hogged it a bit. Now it's totally different.

When asked if it was liberating the singer said " I don't know man, Nah, because I loved being in Oasis. Oasis was free too. But it had obviously got stuck in a rut, or it was moving that kind of way, and people don't like change. It's just nice being behind a microphone, being involved in music. I guess I just have more energy then our kid. He's grown up. The guy's writing songs for fifty year olds. It's about having fun isn't it? F**king young people these days want to be old people. Sat listening to Bob Dylan and shit, thinking too much. It's about getting a sweat on, that's what it's about."

When asked how the last days of Oasis were, the singer said " After some gigs there was no vibe, in the dressing room, and that it was like, f**king hell here we go again, f**king nobody speaking. I mean, when me and the lads were together we'd have great time but then when the other one came in... f**king hell, it was like someone had been shot. And that ain't fun. So this time we can have a laugh."

Miles Kane To Support Beady Eye In Amsterdam and Brussels

Beady Eye are pleased to announce that Miles Kane - who will be supporting the band on their inaugural UK dates in March - will also be be opening for them as they head over to mainland Europe to play their first shows in Amsterdam and Brussels.

Miles has now been confirmed for the following sold out dates:

3rd March - Glasgow, Barrowland
4th March - Glasgow, Barrowland
6th March - Manchester, O2 Apollo
7th March - Manchester, O2 Apollo
9th March - London, Troxy
10th March - London, Troxy
21st March - Amsterdam, Paradiso
22nd March - Brussels, Ancienne Belgique

Source: www.beadyeyemusic.com

On This Day In Oasis History...

Above are a few videos from the 18th January 2001, when Oasis played at the Hot Festival in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Gaz Coombes Thinks Noel Gallagher Will Be More Experimental Than Liam

Gaz Coombes reckons Noel Gallagher's forthcoming debut solo album will be more challenging than his brother's new band, Beady Eye.

Gaz Coombes reckons Noel Gallagher's solo album will be more challenging than Beady Eye.

The former Supergrass frontman is looking forward to albums from the ex-Oasis guitarist and his singer brother - who now fronts Beady Eye - but thinks Noel will be the more experimental of the two.

He told BANG Showbiz: "Beady Eye - it's very Liam, if there was anything you'd expect him to bring out, that sums him up. That hold on John Lennon is still very apparent.

"I think that's what's important really when you embark on a new project, to express what you want and how you sing naturally, and that's what he's done.

"But I think it's within Noel to kind of explore and to challenge himself as well, I'm a bit more open as to what Noel might do."

Source: www.contactmusic.com

Alan McGee On Oasis, Beady Eye And Noel Gallagher

Alan Mcgee talks to www.live4ever.uk.com about Noel Gallagher's album, Beady Eye, Oasis and more.

You’ve said in the past that by 1993 Creation probably needed Oasis as much as Oasis needed Creation. But did you think that night in Glasgow you’d found the band which would effectively solve all the label’s problems?

Alan: No, I just thought they were a great band. I signed them really at the end of the day on ‘…Walrus’ as it was a great version, but who was to ever think they would become that massive?

There’s plenty of classics to choose from, but is there one album released on the Creation label you hold closest to your heart?

Alan: Probably the first Oasis album or Trashmonk – ‘Mona Lisa Overdrive’ which I love.

So what of Oasis’ break up? It certainly seems to have reinvigorated Liam, and there’s lots expected from Noel’s album. Do you think by 2009 a split had become the best thing for the brothers?

Alan: Yeah, they needed to go do their own thing which they are doing.

Not long after they split you expected a reunion within five years. Do you still hold that opinion?

Alan: Let’s see. I still think it’s unfinished business.

Did you get the same buzz from listening to some of Noel’s new material as you did when hearing tracks from ‘Definitely Maybe’ and ‘…Morning Glory’ all those years ago?

Alan: Well his new songs are the best thing I have heard since the Glasvegas demos. To be honest, it’s only the Gallaghers and Glasvegas I like in modern music, other than that it’s still The Beatles for me.

You could almost call Beady Eye a Creation band since former label mates Gem Archer and Andy Bell are still involved. People should be well aware of Andy Bell’s career before Oasis, but what of Gem Archer? Do you feel Heavy Stereo were a band with unfulfilled potential?

Alan: They were really good. Ride were amazing. Good luck to Liam – he’s very warm hearted and very like-able is Mr G.

Read the full article here.