In a stunning revelation that's set to rock the music world, Noel Gallagher has dropped a bombshell claim about the formation of Britpop giants Oasis, asserting he was the band's sole founder while diminishing his brother Liam's role to merely "the singer."
The Manchester-born musician didn't hold back during his candid interview, making it clear that without his intervention, the iconic band would never have existed. "Let's get this straight," Noel declared, "I founded Oasis. I was the one who saw something in those early rehearsals and decided to make something of it."
The Harsh Truth About Oasis's Early Days
Noel painted a vivid picture of the band's humble beginnings, recalling how he transformed what he described as a chaotic mess into one of Britain's most successful musical exports. "When I first saw them play, they were terrible," he admitted with characteristic bluntness. "But I saw potential. I saw that Liam had something special as a frontman."
The guitarist and chief songwriter emphasised that his decision to join what was then called The Rain marked the true birth of Oasis. "That's when it became Oasis," he stated unequivocally. "Before me, it was just another band going nowhere fast."
Brotherly Love? Not Quite
The interview inevitably turned to the famously turbulent relationship between the Gallagher brothers, which ultimately led to the band's explosive breakup in 2009. Noel didn't shy away from addressing their ongoing feud, though he seemed more resigned than angry about their fractured relationship.
"People always ask if we'll ever make up," he shared. "The truth is, we're very different people. The band was everything for a long time, but things change, people move on."
Legacy Beyond the Feud
Despite the personal conflicts, Noel remains fiercely proud of Oasis's monumental achievements and enduring legacy. From their earth-shattering debut Definitely Maybe to the record-breaking success of (What's the Story) Morning Glory?, he recognises the band's impact on British music culture.
"We changed everything," he reflected. "For that period, we were the biggest band in the world. That doesn't happen by accident. It happened because I had a vision and the songs to back it up."
While rumours of an Oasis reunion continue to circulate among fans, Noel's latest comments suggest the legendary Britpop outfit's story may remain firmly in the past, with both brothers continuing their successful solo careers while maintaining their distinctly different versions of the band's history.
