Oasis are NME's best British band Feb 26, 2009
Oasis are playing a slew of UK stadium gigs in the summer. Oasis have been named best British band at the NME Awards in London. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Musicians get set for NME awards Feb 26, 2009
Oasis are up for best and worst band ... Britpop pioneers Oasis lead the way with seven nominations, including best and worst band, best live band, best album and best video ... Oasis' last NME award came in 2006 for best video. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Didn't look back in anger Feb 22, 2009
Article By: Some might say Oasis frontman, Liam Gallagher bit off a bit more than he could chew when he took on a burly paparazzo after a show in Rome. The Roll With It singer was visiting with friends at a restaurant when he spotted a snapper taking photos of him chatting to a blonde lady. (iAfrica.com)
Celeb Valentine's Feb 15, 2009
And yet the professional hooligan, obsessive John Lennon fan and part-time Oasis singer married his long-term girlfriend Nicole Appleton on 14 February last year in a quiet ceremony. "It was exactly what Liam and Nicole wanted a romantic, intimate ceremony," a friend claimed of the big day, details of which the couple kept secret until the last minute. (iAfrica.com)
Winners and Losers: Rock Star Brothers Feb 15, 2009
WINNERS: LIAM & NOEL GALLAGHER Oasis' lead singer and songwriter-guitarist are rock god brothers-in-arms, always ready for a pint, a brawl, and a grandiose statement more outrageous than the last ... Noel and Liam's older brother is the author of "Brothers: From Childhood to Oasis" and a screenplay writer. (Fox News)
British rockers Oasis to play first China dates Feb 12, 2009
Darryl Dyck / AP fileLiam, left, and Noel Gallagher ofOasis will play China as part of a world tour promoting the band's latest release, Dig Out Your Soul ... BEIJING - British rock band Oasis will play their first China concerts in Beijing and Shanghai in early April, the musicians announced on their Web site ... Oasis are excited to announce their first-ever shows in China as part of their current world tour, the band said in the announcement. (MSNBC -- Music)
Actress Kensit calls off wedding Apr 1, 2008
The actress was previously married to Dan Donovan of 1980s pop band Big Audio Dynamite, Simple Minds lead singer Jim Kerr and Liam Gallagher of Oasis. Kensit and Healy first met when she was a teenager and a member of pop group Eighth Wonder. (BBC News)
Talking ShopCounting Crows star on insomnia, fan rage and a new album Mar 28, 2008
" Do you still suffer from insomnia? I've always had problems - I have a dissociative disorder, which makes the world seem like it's not real. And when the world doesn't seem real, it can be really scary to let go and give up even more of it. So sleep has always been something of a problem. It's particularly hard for me because of the gigs. A gig is like doing a workout that ends at 11:30. I don't get home 'til after one and I'm wired. So touring really adds to my insomnia. Does it affect your... (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Miller accepts proposal Mar 17, 2008
Miller and Ifans plan to invite Kate Moss, Kiera Knightley and her boyfriend Rupert Friend, Sadie Frost and Oasis star Noel Gallagher to the "low-key" ceremony. Miller's former lover Jude Law is also expected to attend. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Noel Gallagher takes up shooting Mar 7, 2008
The Oasis musician was introduced to the pursuit while in Los Angeles, where he is recording the band's new album with brother Liam Gallagher. He has been stocking up an arsenal of various firearms to take back to the UK.. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
As older addicts seek help, a new generation gap Mar 6, 2008
In their separate oasis, alcoholics and prescription drug abusers of a certain age do not curse at one another, raise their voices in anger or blast music at midnight. They don't brag about their macho pasts or stage drama-queen breakups on the communal pay phone. (International Herald Tribune)
Lutfi wants Brit to take the stand Mar 6, 2008
While hanging out backstage at a Marilyn Manson concert, Oasis brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher picked a fight with the wrong D-lister. Celebrity Rehabs grumpy Jeff Conaway, aka Kenickie from Grease, was ready to rumble when the duo wisecracked about his transition from wheelchair to cane. (MSNBC -- News)
Working with family is hell - making it work is a miracle Mar 4, 2008
The Britpop band Oasis was well on its way to earning its label "the next Beatles" until rancour between frontmen Noel and Liam Gallagher stalled several recording and touring efforts. The Coens, by contrast, are a study in sibling tranquillity. (Globe and Mail)
Noel Gallagher selling Ibiza villa Feb 26, 2008
The Oasis musician has reportedly decided get rid of his idyllic Spanish island property - which he bought for 2. 5 million (US $4. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Oasis beats Beatles to top British album poll Feb 20, 2008
Noel and Liam Gallagher of Oasis. Rock group Oasis has claimed the top two spots in a poll of Britain's best ever albums, ahead of iconic albums by The Beatles and Pink Floyd ... Oasis's 1994 album Definitely Maybe and (What's the Story) Morning Glory from 1996 came number one and two respectively, according to a survey by Q magazine and retailer HMV to find the 50 best ever British albums. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Britpop band Oasis make the best two albums of all time Feb 19, 2008
Britpop band Oasis made the best two albums of all time - according to fans ... Q editor Paul Rees said: "It's clear having polled three times more votes than any other act, Oasis are undoubtedly the nation's most loved band."It's also evident just who music fans believe the classic and most enduring British acts of each era to be ... Rudy Osorio, HMV head of music, added: "Most album polls of recent years have tended to see the likes of The Beatles, Radiohead and The Stone Roses vie for the top... (Mirror.co.uk)
Oasis Supersonic Over Album Success Feb 18, 2008
Britpoppers Oasis have secured first and second places in a new chart of the best British albums. Oasis secured top two spots ... came second and another two Oasis records made the top 25. (Sky News)
Gallagher Ties Knot On Valentine's Day Feb 16, 2008
The supposed hard man of rock, Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher, has married his long-term partner Nicole Appleton in a romantic Valentine's Day ceremony ... "They have been together for nearly eight years and she is credited with taming the singer's notorious hard drinking and abrasive attitude.The Oasis singer married actress Patsy Kensit in 1997 but split three years later.Gallagher and Appleton have a seven-year-old son Gene, while he has Lennon, eight, with Kensit, and nine-year-old daughter... (Sky News)
Liam Gallagher rolls with it one more time as he ties the knot Feb 16, 2008
Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher has married his long-term partner, the ex-All Saints singer Nicole Appleton ... Oasis were at the forefront of the Britpop movement in the 1990s and Gallagher remains one of the most recognisable stars of modern British music. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Oasis, Blur cheese rockers Jan 31, 2008
Oasis, Blur cheeseball ... Oasis, Blur cheeseball ... 30, 2008 09:54 AM Oasis and Blur are set to make a special cheese together. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Oasis and Blur make cheese together Jan 31, 2008
Oasis and Blur are set to make a special cheese together ... James, who is now a dairy farmer and cheese maker, has invited his band's lead singer Damon Albarn and Oasis stars Noel and Liam Gallagher to his Cotswolds cheese factory so they can start working on a special cheese for next month's BRIT Awards ... au/news/people/oasis-and-blur-make-cheese-together/2008/01/31/1201714103535. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Bon Jovi Unplugged Jan 20, 2008
Best of all, though, was in 1996 when Oasis singer Liam Gallagher refused to perform, forcing his brother, Noel, to do the singing - only for Liam to turn up drunk on a balcony to heckle him. Unfortunately, veteran rockers Bon Jovi are entirely forgettable here, missing a golden opportunity to entertain and to showcase their undeniable musical prowess. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Will Nine Inch Nails, Pearl Jam, Prince Follow Radiohead's Pay-What-You-Want Model? Jan 11, 2008
Not long after Radiohead announced their intentions, a number of groups said they were considering following suit, including British funk-dance act Jamiroquai and Oasis, who are without a label and released their first digital-only single in October. But not long after the news about Oasis broke, singer Liam Gallagher quickly put an end to the rumors, saying he'd give an Oasis album away for free "over my dead body.". (VHI.com -- Music News)
Gallagher drinking session Jan 8, 2008
The Oasis stars, who are currently staying at the plush Champery resort, hit the slopes in the afternoon before heading to a bar in the early evening. The brothers then went on a bar crawl and stayed out until 4 a.m., after owners opened up late for them. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Liam Gallagher to front 'supergroup' Jan 4, 2008
The Oasis singer will be joined by former Stone Roses frontman Ian Brown and Freebass - a bass guitar trio made up of former Smiths star Andy Rourke, New Order's Peter Hook and Primal Scream's Gary 'Mani' Mounfield - for the Manchester Versus Cancer charity concert on February 23. A concert source told Britain's The Sun newspaper, "Liam and Ian Brown will join Freebass on vocals for their first full live show. "It will be one of the musical events of the year - Manchester music fans will be in... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
In praise of ... Brian Eno Jan 4, 2008
Oasis' Noel Gallagher visited Tony Blair at No 10, and Tony Hadley (yes, the horsey-looking one out of Spandau Ballet) has gone so far as to meet Michael Howard. In this instance, however, the parliamentarian is 20 years younger than the pop musician, who becomes eligible this year for a free bus pass. (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
Kasabian shine with star Noel Jan 3, 2008
"In the run-up, many had questioned whether Kasabian were up for headlining a gig of this size. But in the end they proved the consummate party band, providing enthusiastic singalongs, and the euphoric feel-good factor they conjured was just what the forecast ordered.Following a spectacular fireworks display, Calvin Harris continued the celebrations into the wee small hours with a frenetic set which had the crowd dancing to recent hits including The Girls and Acceptable in the 80s. The full... (Scotsman)
Kaboom! Britain's New Year Starts With A Bang Jan 2, 2008
The Oasis musician took to the stage to play guitar for two songs. And Kasabian lead singer Tom Meighan dedicated a song to Motherwell captain Phil O'Donnell who died after collapsing during a match against Dundee United on Saturday. (Sky News)
Hits of the near future! Jan 1, 2008
You will read a lot about Oasis' seventh album, hailed by the music press as "a return to form", just like their last five albums were ... Liam Gallagher has said the Oasis album will be out for nothing "over my dead body". (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
Thousands party to mark Hogmanay Jan 1, 2008
And 9,000 others attended the nearby sell-out Concert in the Gardens event, opened by Scottish act Idlewild followed by Kasabian, who were joined by surprise guest Noel Gallagher of Oasis, and Calvin Harris. Kasabian's lead singer Tom Meighan dedicated a song to Motherwell captain Phil O'Donnell, who died after collapsing during Saturday's match against Dundee United. (BBC News -- UK)
10 artists who may go the no-label route Dec 31, 2007
Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher told Reuters the group would follow such a strategy "over my dead body.". But everyone wants to know: Who's next. (MSNBC -- Music)
Goggle jacket for Xmas?| Dec 18, 2007
That jacket sells for around 600, and is worn by celebrities like Liam Gallagher of music group Oasis. Different reactions. (iAfrica.com)
Too drunk for Zeppelin Dec 14, 2007
The Oasis star - who made the most of the free bar in his VIP suite at London's O2 arena on Monday - is "devastated" he can't recall the half-hour backstage conversation he had with Page, 63, following the legendary band's blistering comeback performance. A source told Britain's The Sun newspaper: "Noel was really looking forward to exchanging notes with Jimmy, but he had overdone it on the beer. "He woke up the next morning after the show and realised he couldn't remember anything about their... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Miller, Ifans prepare duet Dec 7, 2007
The pair, who are believed to have been dating since August, are planning to emulate their music idols Oasis and perform a romantic rock track. A source said, "Rhys really likes Oasis, particularly Noel Gallagher so that's the kind of music he would like to make." ... Rhys is close friends with Oasis stars Noel and Liam Gallagher and famously starred in the video for their UK number one single 'The Importance of Being Idle. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Oasis star threatened by fan Nov 29, 2007
28, 2007 09:02 AM Oasis star Noel Gallagher has been given police protection after he was threatened by a fan. The band will have a police guard after a recording session for their seventh album, at London's famous Abbey Road Studios, was interrupted by a Greek man claiming Noel had stolen lyrics from him. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Noel Gallagher threatened by Greek fan Nov 29, 2007
The guitarist was working on Oasis' seventh studio album with his bandmates when he was confronted by a Greek man who claimed Noel had stolen his songs. The fan argued that the songs Oasis were recording for their new album were written by him, not Noel ... Following the incident Oasis have reportedly hired extra security at the studios and will have a constant police presence during their recording sessions. (Digital Spy)
Gallagher called a 'two-faced coward' Nov 28, 2007
Australian pop singer Peter - who is married to British glamour model Jordan, real name Katie Price - has entered into a war of words with the Oasis frontman after Liam called him a "pikey (expletive).". Pete fumed in New magazine, "I read somewhere that Liam Gallagher has been calling me all sorts of names. I found this quite surprising because when I last saw Liam he couldn't have been friendlier to me and Katie. I'd go as far as to say that he was totally up our backsides! "We bumped into him... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Liam Gallagher's Winehouse warning Nov 24, 2007
British group Oasis, Liam Gallagher- EPA/LEO LA VALLE. The Oasis singer believes the troubled singer - who collapsed following a drugs overdose in the summer and has since struggled to stay sober - should stay away from alcohol and narcotics as she can't handle them. (Monsters and Critics.com)
The band they hate to love Nov 16, 2007
They are clearly serious about music: despite Noel Gallagher slagging them off when Maroon 5 and Oasis were paired on a British festival bill, the Angelenos bear no ill will towards the leader of a band they all admire. And as support for this tour of enormous American venues they have chosen critics' darlings the Hives, at least in part, as Valentine explains, "because a lot of our audience is a pop radio-listening audience that might not otherwise be exposed to a band like them.". (Guardian Unlimited)
Oasis Working Quickly On New Album Nov 14, 2007
Oasis is making quick, early progress on recording their first studio release in three years, singer Liam Gallagher said today (Nov ... As with Radiohead, Oasis are free of major-label shackles -- but don't expect them to follow Radiohead's example, and allow fans to download the album from the Web for whatever price they feel like paying. (Billboard.com)
Glastonbury's 'X-Factor' offers slots to new acts Oct 26, 2007
The Courteeners, whose performances over the past year in their home city of Manchester have led to favourable comparisons with bands such as Oasis and The Libertines, were drafted in at the last minute after The Envy Corps pulled out because they could not fly over from the United States in time ... Precisely that path has been trodden by many acts that have gone on to sell millions of albums worldwide, including Coldplay and Oasis ... Oasis: The Gallagher brothers performed on the NME stage in... (Belfast Telegraph)
Reformed Verve release demo Oct 23, 2007
At the peak of their fame, Oasis songwriter Noel Gallagher described them as "one of the most important bands in history". Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
VH1 Rock Doc 'Amazing Journey: The Story of The Who' Premieres Commercial Free on VH1, Saturday, November 3 at 9pm* Oct 18, 2007
In addition to never-before-seen private materials released by the group and its fans worldwide, the film includes interviews with prominent witnesses and personal friends such as Sting, U2's The Edge, Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder and Oasis' Noel Gallagher. Rare and unreleased concert footage and outtakes are also featured from: Monterey, Woodstock, The Isle of Wight 1970, Live At Leeds, The Concert for NYC, and other seminal concerts. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Lennon visits son from beyond the grave Oct 17, 2007
" Oasis singer Liam Gallagher also claims he was left in awe when John's spirit visited him in the middle of the night. The rocker - a self-confessed Beatles fanatic - said, "I was in Manchester at a friend's house having a sleep. I remember getting up and feeling really weird. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Liam Gallagher is the 10th wittiest Briton of all time Oct 16, 2007
Oasis frontman Gallagher takes 10th place, thanks to his acerbic put-downs which have often been reserved for fellow pop stars. Of Victoria Beckham he once said: "She can't even chew gum and walk in a straight line, let alone write a book.Only four of the top 10 are still alive, including Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson, who finds himself in fourth place, thanks to his brand of non-PC humour. Of Alfa Romeo cars, he once said: "You cannot be a true petrol head until you've owned one. (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
Liam Gallagher is one of the wittiest men in Britain - official Oct 16, 2007
They get a bright bunch like us, with deodorant on, they don't get it. " He also famously said of Victoria Beckham: "She can't even chew gum and walk in a straight line, let alone write a book. (NME.com)
Oscar Wilde is Britain's greatest humorist Oct 15, 2007
The list also includes noted humorists Noel Coward, the country's late football manager Brian Clough and Oasis lead singer Liam Gallagher. However, former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher has been ranked 12th, well ahead of comediennes Jennifer Saunders and Victoria Wood. (India Times, India)
Worst-lyricist label has Sting to it Oct 11, 2007
Rounding out the top five Blender offenders are Rush's drummer, Neil Peart, Creed's Scott Stapp, the Oasis bad boy Noel Gallagher ("Walking slowly down the hall/faster than a cannonball") and '70s light rocker Dan Fogelberg. He struck gold with his 1981 ode to the Kentucky Derby, Run for the Roses, in which he serenades a champion thoroughbred ("From sire to sire/It's born in the blood/The fire of a mare/And the strength of a stud"). (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Sting Panned As Worst Lyricist In Blender List Oct 10, 2007
Also making the top five, Rush drummer Neil Peart at number two, Creed frontman Scott Stapp at number three, Oasis guitarist Noel Gallagher at number four, and soft rock artist Dan Fogelberg at number five. Canadian drummer Peart was described as writing "richly awful tapestries of fantasy and science," while Gallagher "seemed incapable of following a metaphor through a single line, let alone a whole verse.". (CityNews)
Kings of Leon love the life of rock Oct 10, 2007
From the Wilson family of the Beach Boys to the battling Gallagher brothers of Oasis, rock `n' roll has a rich fraternal history ... The band soon found itself opening arena and stadium shows for U2, Oasis and the Strokes. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Sting tops worst lyricists list Oct 10, 2007
The survey, contained in the November issue that hits newsstands next week, placed Rush drummer Neil Peart at No. 2, Creed frontman Scott Stapp at No. 3, Oasis guitarist Noel Gallagher at No. 4, and soft-rocker Dan Fogelberg at No. 5. Blender assailed Sting for such alleged sins as name-dropping Russian novelist Vladimir Nabokov in the Police tune Don't Stand So Close to Me, quoting a Volvo bumper sticker (If You Love Someone Set Them Free), and co-opting the works of Chaucer, St. Augustine and... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Sting tops list of worst lyricists Oct 9, 2007
The survey, contained in the November issue that hits newsstands next week, placed Rush drummer Neil Peart at No. 2, Creed front man Scott Stapp at No. 3, Oasis guitarist Noel Gallagher at No. 4, and soft-rocker Dan Fogelberg at No. 5. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Music)
Gallagher hates voice on early songs Sep 29, 2007
Oasis star Liam Gallagher has revealed that he hates his voice on some of the band's early tracks. The singer compared his sound on hits such as 'Whatever' and 'Live Forever' to cartoon bird Tweetie-Pie. (Digital Spy)
Teenage kicks Sep 29, 2007
At a time when every syllable that came out of the Oasis camp was front-page news, he was asked to comment on the up-and-coming, bubbling-under, tipped-for-the-top, next-big-thing Embrace. Fixing lead singer Danny McNamara in his sights, Gallagher is reported to have replied, "That cunt wants singing lessons." Despite which, they made it. (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
Gallagher junior will be 'a legend' Sep 26, 2007
The Oasis guitarist - whose partner Sara MacDonald gave birth to their first child together, Donovan Rory Gallagher, on Saturday (22 ... Noel's brother and Oasis bandmate Liam has three children, son Gene with his fiancee Nicole Appleton, son Lennon with his ex-wife Patsy Kensit and daughter Molly, who was conceived after Liam had a brief fling with singer Lisa Moorish in 1998. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Noel Gallagher predicts his newborn son will be a legend Sep 26, 2007
London, Sept 24: Oasis songwriter and guitarist Noel Gallaghers son is not even a week old, but hes already being hailed as a legend by his proud dad. The musician became a father for the second time after partner Sarah MacDonald gave birth to their first child together on Saturday, Sept 22. (Zee News)
Jury requests a VCR Sep 25, 2007
Noel Gallagher of the rock band Oasis, in a text message to friends and family over the weekend to announce the birth of his son. Copyright 2007 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Noel Gallagher speaks about new single release Sep 25, 2007
somewhat predictably. The title track was so brilliant that the powers that be said 'lets just put it out. (NME.com)
Rarities-Packed Film Traces The Who's 'Journey'... Sep 23, 2007
Elsewhere, the narrative is helped along by interviews with fans such as Sting, Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder, U2's the Edge and Oasis' Noel Gallagher. "For me, Edge's comments about Pete's guitar playing really revealed what is his sound and why does he sound so different," Sinclair says. (Billboard.com)
Noel Gallagher becomes father for 2nd time Sep 23, 2007
Oasis songwriter Noel Gallagher has become a father for a second time, his publicist said Saturday. His partner Sara MacDonald, gave birth in London Saturday to a boy named Donovan Rory MacDonald Gallagher, his publicist said. (International Herald Tribune)
Stars come out for Radio 1 birthday Sep 6, 2007
He will be followed in the slot by acts including the Arctic Monkeys, Ozzy Osbourne, Debbie Harry, Norman Cook, Gwen Stefani and Oasis guitarist and songwriter Gallagher. Blackburn, who hosted Radio 1's first ever breakfast show, will return to the station on September 30, exactly 40 years after its first broadcast, to co-host the breakfast slot with Chris Moyles. (Media Guardian)
Gallagher puts guitar up for auction Aug 16, 2007
By Oasis star Noel Gallagher has put one of his guitars up for auction to help raise money for the Teenage Cancer Trust. The rocker's signed instrument is one of a number of items that is being gathered together to help raise funds for the charity. (Digital Spy)
Gallaghers join in record attempt Aug 15, 2007
The Oasis stars have been given an open invite by organisers of 'The Gallagher Clan Global Gathering' to attend the event which aims to get into the Guinness Book of World Records for 'The Largest Same Name Gathering ... Meanwhile, Oasis have announced they are releasing their new tour documentary in October ... Two-disc DVD 'Lord Don't Slow Me Down' was filmed during the band's 2005/2006 world tour, and features a feature-length documentary - which was shown in selected cinemas last year - a... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Oasis Tour Documentary Heading To DVD... Aug 14, 2007
Oasis Tour Documentary Heading To DVD. Oasis Tour Documentary Heading To DVD ... Jonathan Cohen, N.Y. Oasis' 2005 world tour is chronicled in the documentary "Lord Don't Slow Me Down," due on DVD Oct. 29 internationally. (Billboard.com)
Sermon on the disc Jul 28, 2007
THOSE WHO RECALL THE PERIOD when Oasis burst on to the British music scene in 1994 will remember just why the Gallagher brothers were so compelling to a young generation of music fans. Their appeal wasn't only thanks to the rough-carved anthems destined for their debut album, Definitely Maybe, as much as it was down to their frank and often hilarious straight talking. (Scotsman)
