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Acquiesce
"Acquiesce" is a song by English rock band Oasis, written by Noel Gallagher. The song originally appeared as the B-side to Oasis' first UK number-one single, " Some Might Say", in 1995. Its popularity led to it being included on the B-sides compilation album '' The Masterplan'', released in 1998, after being voted for inclusion by fans of the band on their official website. In October 1998, the song was issued as a radio single in North America to promote the release of '' The Masterplan''. It reached number 24 on the US ''Billboard'' Modern Rock Tracks chart, number 20 on the Canadian ''RPM'' Alternative 30, and number 44 on the ''RPM'' Top Singles chart. "Acquiesce" was also released as one of the lead tracks to the '' Stop the Clocks'' EP, in promotion of their compilation album of which it also appears on, '' Stop the Clocks''. The verses to "Acquiesce" are sung by Liam Gallagher, with the chorus sung by Noel (because, he claims, Liam could not reach the high notes). Hi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Some Might Say
"Some Might Say" is a song by the English rock band Oasis. It was released by Creation Records as the first single from their second studio album, '' (What's the Story) Morning Glory?'' (1995), on 24 April 1995. The song was written by the band's lead guitarist Noel Gallagher. "Some Might Say" provided Oasis with their first number one on the UK Singles Chart and reached the top 10 in Finland, Iceland, Ireland and Sweden. The single was also the last to feature all five original members, as drummer Tony McCarroll was fired shortly after its release. The single release was also named an EP in the '' Stop the Clocks'' booklet. It is thus one of the only Oasis singles to officially be also categorised an extended play. Background The track was inspired by the song " Fuzzy" by Grant Lee Buffalo. Its b-side "Headshrinker" was the last Oasis track to feature original drummer Tony McCarroll, who was asked to leave the band before the main recording sessions for '' (What's the Stor ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Stop The Clocks
''Stop the Clocks'' is a compilation album by English rock band Oasis. It was released on 20 November 2006 by Big Brother Recordings. The "retrospective collection" is an 18-track double album with the featured songs chosen by Noel Gallagher. It was certified 5× Platinum in the United Kingdom. Background The album came about due to the end of Oasis' recording contract with Sony BMG Music Entertainment. Noel Gallagher had previously said that the band wouldn't release a greatest hits album unless they were about to split up. In an interview with news.com.au in December 2005, he hinted that Sony were planning to release one anyway, and that despite his misgivings, he would have to get involved with it otherwise it'd be bad. This was clarified in December 2006, when he told ''The Guardian'' that when he made it clear to Sony that the band were not going to re-sign to them, the record label decided to release a greatest hits album. Gallagher then explained that he insisted tha ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
(What's The Story) Morning Glory?
''(What's the Story) Morning Glory?'' is the second studio album by the English Rock music, rock band Oasis (band), Oasis. Released on 2 October 1995 by Creation Records, it was produced by Owen Morris and the group's lead guitarist and chief songwriter Noel Gallagher. The structure and arrangement style of the album was a significant departure from the band's previous album, ''Definitely Maybe'' (1994). Gallagher's compositions were more focused in Sentimental ballad, balladry and placed more emphasis on "huge" choruses, with the string arrangements and more varied instrumentation contrasting with the rawness of the group's debut album, ''Definitely Maybe'' (1994). ''Morning Glory'' was the group's first album with drummer Alan White (Oasis drummer), Alan White, who replaced Tony McCarroll (though McCarroll still appeared on the album, drumming on the track "Some Might Say"). The album propelled Oasis from being a crossover (music), crossover indie act to a worldwide rock phen ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Masterplan (album)
''The Masterplan'' is a compilation album by the English rock band Oasis. It was released on 2 November 1998 by Creation Records and was the band's final release through the label. The album comprises B-sides that the band had not previously included on an album. Initially intended for release only in regions such as the United States and Japan, where the tracks were previously available only on expensive European-import singles, ''The Masterplan'' reached number 2 in the UK, where it initially went platinum, and number 51 in the United States. However, it reached the Top 20 in various charts worldwide, selling 3 million copies. It has since been certified triple platinum in the UK. Four songs from the album appear on the 2006 compilation album ''Stop the Clocks''. Reception ''The Masterplan'' received mixed reviews from music critics upon its release. In ''Rolling Stone'', Barney Hoskyns criticised the collection as containing unimaginative songs, with the exceptions of "Half ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Liam Gallagher
William John Paul Gallagher (born 21 September 1972) is an English singer and songwriter. He is the lead singer and co-founder of the rock band Oasis (band), Oasis and fronted the rock band Beady Eye from 2010 to 2014, before starting a successful solo career in 2017. One of the most recognisable figures in British rock music, Gallagher is noted for his distinctive vocal style and outspoken personality. Gallagher was interested in joining a band called the Rain. After mutual agreement, the band underwent a name change to Oasis, and his older brother Noel Gallagher, Noel was initially approached to be their manager. Noel was subsequently extended an invitation to join the band as their lead guitarist and songwriter, which he accepted. The band's debut album, ''Definitely Maybe'' (1994), was a critical and commercial success amidst the emergence of Britpop. Their second album, ''(What's the Story) Morning Glory?'' (1995), reached the top of the album charts in many countries, and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Go Let It Out
"Go Let It Out" is a song by English rock band Oasis, written by the band's lead guitarist, and chief songwriter, Noel Gallagher. It was released on 7 February 2000 as the first single from their fourth studio album, ''Standing on the Shoulder of Giants'' (2000), as well as their first following the departure of rhythm guitarist Bonehead and bassist Guigsy. The song peaked at number one on the UK Singles Chart and was later certified Gold for sales and streams exceeding 400,000. It also reached number one in Ireland, Italy, and Spain, as well as on the Canadian Singles Chart. Background The song samples the drums from Johnny Jenkins' version of Dr. John's " I Walk on Guilded Splinters". Noel described the song as "the closest we came to sounding like a modern day Beatles" in the 'Lock the Box' interview found on the DVD in the special edition of ''Stop the Clocks'' (2006). Due to the departure of guitarist Bonehead and bassist Guigsy in the early recording sessions for ''S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Don't Go Away
"Don't Go Away" is a song by English rock band Oasis from their third album, '' Be Here Now'' (1997). Written by Noel Gallagher, the song was released to radio in the U.S. in September 1997 and as a commercial single only in Japan, peaking at number 49 on the Oricon chart, and as a promotional single in the United States and Canada. The track reached number 35 on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100 Airplay chart and number 15 on the Canadian ''RPM'' 100 Hit Tracks chart in late 1997. Background and composition Although "Don't Go Away" appears for the first time in 1997, its origins date back to 1993, when Oasis spent time with The Real People at their studio in Liverpool. "Don't Go Away" was included in a batch of songs written under the wing of the Griffiths brothers (which also included "Columbia", " Rock 'n' Roll Star", "Rockin' Chair" and others).McCarrol, Tony (2010). ''Oasis: The Truth'', Blake Publishing, Ultimately, portions of "Don't Go Away" drew comparisons to The Real ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Noel Gallagher
Noel Thomas David Gallagher (born 29 May 1967) is an English musician, singer and songwriter. Gallagher is the primary songwriter, lead guitarist and a co-lead vocalist of the rock band Oasis (band), Oasis. After leaving Oasis, he formed Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds. Gallagher is one of the most successful songwriters in British music history, as the writer of eight UK number-one singles and co-writer of a further number one, as well as the sole or primary writer of ten UK number-one studio albums. He is widely considered to be one of the most influential songwriters in the history of British rock music, cited by numerous major subsequent artists as an influence. Gallagher began playing the guitar at the age of twelve, and became a roadie and technician for Inspiral Carpets when he was 21. He learnt that his younger brother Liam Gallagher, Liam had joined a band called the Rain, which eventually became Oasis; Liam invited him to join the group as manager. After rejecting ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Saturday Night Live Season 23
The twenty-third season of ''Saturday Night Live'', an American sketch comedy series, originally aired in the United States on NBC between September 27, 1997, and May9, 1998. This season saw the deaths of two former cast members. Six weeks after hosting the October 25 episode, Chris Farley died of a speedball overdose. Two weeks after the season finale, long-time performer Phil Hartman was murdered by his wife who then committed suicide. Following their deaths, NBC aired two ''SNL'' specials as tributes to Farley and Hartman in dedication to their legacies. Cast Before the season, Mark McKinney left the show after three seasons. Colin Quinn was promoted to repertory status. This season is one of the few to not include any featured players or new cast members. During the season, a controversy arose in which ''Weekend Update'' anchor Norm Macdonald was removed from the ''Update'' segment. Macdonald's final episode as ''Update'' anchor was on December 13, 1997. Quinn was then prom ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Paul Du Noyer
Paul Du Noyer (born Paul Anthony Du Noyer; 21 May 1954) is an English rock journalist and author. He has written and edited for the music magazines ''NME'', '' Q'' and '' Mojo''. Du Noyer is the author of several books on the music industry, rock musicians, London and on his hometown, Liverpool. Early life Du Noyer was born in Liverpool, then in Lancashire, and educated at the London School of Economics. Career Du Noyer began his writing career in London after moving from Liverpool at the age of eighteen. He was a freelance journalist from 1978 to 1980 and then worked as an assistant editor for the ''NME'' before becoming a staff writer in 1980. At '' Q'', he was assistant editor until 1990 and then served as editor before becoming the founding editor of '' Mojo'' magazine. In the latter role, he won an award for "Editor of the year" in 1994. He left ''Mojo'' in 1995 but remains a contributing editor. During his career as a rock journalist and editor, Du Noyer has interviewed ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Canadian Rock Music Charts
Canadian rock music charts (established June 11, 1995) publishes a weekly alternative rock music chart under the name ''Alternative 30.'' RPM charts On June 11, 1995, Canadian music magazine ''RPM'' began publishing a weekly alternative rock music chart under the name ''Alternative 30''. The song which held the number-one spot on this first chart was " More Human than Human" by White Zombie. The chart took a break from December 14, 1998, to April 11, 1999, and returned on April 12 under the new name ''Rock Report''. " Free Girl Now" by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers debuted at the top of this newly named chart. On October 25, 1999, the chart made a slight change to the name ''Top 30 Rock Report''. The chart kept this name until it was published for the last time on November 6, 2000, due to the ceasing of the ''RPM'' magazine's publication. The charts published by ''RPM'' are archived by Library and Archives Canada. Radio & Records charts On April 16, 2004, the trade publication, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Liner Notes
Liner notes (also sleeve notes or album notes) are the writings found on the sleeves of LP record albums and in booklets that come inserted into the compact disc jewel case or cassette j-cards. Origin Liner notes are descended from the program notes for musical concerts, and developed into notes that were printed on the outer album jacket or the inner sleeve used to protect a traditional 12-inch vinyl record, i.e., long playing or gramophone record album. The term descends from the name "record liner" or "album liner". Album liner notes survived format changes from vinyl LP to cassette to CD. These notes can be sources of information about the contents of the recording as well as broader cultural topics. Contents Common material Such notes often contained a mix of factual and anecdotal material, and occasionally a discography for the artist or the issuing record label. Liner notes were also an occasion for thoughtful signed essays on the artist by another party, often a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
