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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Oasis star Bonehead's one-word response to fan's Heaton Park setlist claim after rumours
Oasis guitarist Bonehead gave short shrift to a fan's claim over the Heaton Park setlist on Saturday night. The legendary Manchester band played the fourth date of their five-night residency in the city. Despite rumours that fan favourite Gas Panic, from the album Standing on the Shoulders of Giants, had been given a surprise airing, they played the same 23-song setlist that they have played at all the shows so far on their huge comeback tour (full setlist below). READ MORE: Oasis Heaton Park RECAP after huge penultimate Manchester gig with 'thousands' on PACKED Gallagher Hill READ MORE: Bonehead has just four words for fans after triumphant fourth Oasis Heaton Park gig Bonehead, real name Paul Arthurs, who has rejoined the band for the tour, tweeted immediately afterwards: "Phew." Stay connected with our City Life newsletter here Adding just a few minutes afterwards: "It's gettin better man." That prompted one fan to reply: "Same setlist as every other night." And Bonehead simply replied saying: "And????" Join our Oasis WhatsApp group HERE The fan said: "Wasn't expecting a response from you. Setlist's amazing, I'm just telling people that Gas Panic wasn't played." Later adding: "I was there last Saturday with my brother and I loved it. I was just saying the setlist hasn't changed which it hasn't." Some other fans did question if the setlist may change for the rest of the tour. Following their final show at Heaton Park tomorrow (Sunday, July 20) the tour moves on to London's Wembley Stadium. Oasis setlist at Heaton Park on July 19, 2025 Hello Acquiesce Morning Glory Some Might Say Bring it on Down Cigarettes and Alcohol Fade Away Supersonic Roll With It Talk Tonight Half the World Away Little by Little D'You Know What I Mean Stand By Me Cast No Shadow Slide Away Whatever Live Forever Rock 'n' Roll Star Encore Masterplan Don't Look Back in Anger Wonderwall Champagne Supernova
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Oasis lost tracks uncovered as songs from Be Here Now era are heard for the first time and fan hails one 'Noel's best ever'
Three never-before-heard Oasis tracks recorded during the band's Be Here Now era have been unearthed on a long-lost tape - and one super fan claims one song could be 'one of the best Noel Gallagher has ever written.' The unheard gems, all performed by Noel himself, were discovered on a forgotten DAT tape labelled 'B-sides' from 1998, around the time the band released All Around The World as a single. Kyle Dale, a member of the Oasis collectors group, made the discovery and shared the recordings with original guitarist Paul 'Bonehead' Arthurs, who now tours with Oasis tribute show Live Forever – Oasis Live 25. Speaking on the Oasis Podcast, Kyle explained how the mystery tape caught his attention: 'It said it was seven minutes long but it was actually 55. I knew straight away this wasn't in the archive. It had been lost for over 20 years.' According to Kyle, the tape features a standout track dubbed I'm Alive, which he believes could still become a hit if released today. Kyle revealed: 'I played them to Bonehead and the story would be that Noel would record them on a tape and send them round the band and they would listen and go back to it.' The super fan continued that as Bonehead listened to the songs, some he remembered and some he'd never heard before. But when he got to I'm Alive, he stopped in his tracks and listened to it.' Kyle added that he said, 'That is one of the best songs I've ever heard Noel write. It's amazing…if they put that out now it would take off.' Another track includes a familiar musical section that was later used in the band's 2000 chart-topper Go Let It Out, giving fans a rare glimpse into the evolution of Oasis' sound during that period. The rare tape also includes a demo of Flashbax, along with covers of The Beatles' Tomorrow Never Knows and The Rolling Stones' Street Fighting Man. Despite being offered £20,000 for the tape, Kyle has refused to sell it and even sent digital copies to Noel himself. But the former Oasis frontman, speaking on the Matt Morgan Podcast, appeared unfazed, saying he'd been sent a USB stick by a fan, but not listened to it. 'It's not something that interests me, if I'm being honest' he'd said. It comes after Noel went unnoticed by commuters on the London Underground earlier this week as he enjoyed some time back in his home city It comes after Noel went unnoticed by commuters on the London Underground as he enjoyed some time back in his home city. The rock superstar, 58, is currently on a world tour with his brother Liam, 52, as the pair managed to put their 16-year feud aside. After they finished up their second night in Manchester, it appeared that Noel return back to his home in North London as he prepared for their next gig up north on Wednesday, July 16. In a TikTok video posted by loisinthenorth on Tuesday, Noel could be seen leaving a nearly empty tube with no one rushing over to him, despite his A-list status. The star opted for a lowkey figure in a navy t-shirt and trousers as he attempted to disguise his identity with a pair of silver frame sunglasses. The owner of the video captioned the clip: 'POV: You're getting the train from Paddington - Baker St and bump into…' It comes after it was reported that Noel and Liam are 'planning to splash £200,000 on a huge party' following their shows in London. After 16 years, Oasis have finally reunited for 41 shows across Europe, including seven gigs in London, with the first on July 25 and the final one on September 28. And the brothers will reportedly throw the ultimate bash in September to celebrate the completion of the first part of their reunion tour with their celebrity pals. A source told The Sun: 'Liam and Noel are staying away from the booze and parties during the tour to protect their voices. 'They are looking forward to catching up with pals in September following the success of the tour. There will be no expense spared and guests with an invitation can expect to be given the VIP treatment.'
Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Oasis lost trio of unheard songs found as band continue on tour in Manchester Heaton Park
Oasis continue to play to sell out crowds on their tour but if they want to release new music there are some interesting options from the past Three lost and previously unheard Oasis songs have been discovered. The trio of tracks date back to the Be Here Now era and were found on a DAT tape marked 'B-sides' from when the band were releasing All Around The World as a single in 1998. The songs are all performed by Noel Gallagher and one track, referred to as 'I'm Alive', has been described as one of the best tracks Noel has ever written by one fan, who would love to see it released. It differs from B-Side Alive released in the Nineties Another song contacts a bridge section which eventually ended up on 2000 number one single Go Let It Out. The lost tape was discovered by Kyle Dale - who is a member of the Oasis Collectors Group - and he has played them to founding member Paul 'Bonehead' Arthurs who is currently touring with the band on the Oasis Live '25 shows who confirmed their rarity. Appearing on the Oasis Podcast last month, Kyle said: 'I just knew this was different. This tape just says B-sides, it said it was seven minutes long, but it's actually 55 minutes long. 'I know that this one was not in the archive. Noel has not got everything; he's lost more gold than we can even imagine. I can tell you right now this was lost for 20 years. I do believe it was lost for that amount of time. 'I played them to Bonehead and the story would be that Noel would record them on a tape and send them round the band and they would listen to them and go back to it. As soon as I played him one song he goes, 'Oh, I remember that one.' Next one, 'Never heard that before in my life.' I could tell Bonehead thought that was quite good. Third one – which is the one that we've called I'm Alive – he stopped what he was doing and listened to it. This is from 1997, this is the era. 'To me that is one of the best songs I've ever heard Noel write. It's amazing. When I heard it, that song there, I was like, 'F***ing hell.' It really hit me; it's like a time capsule. 'I'm Alive. If they put that out now, it would take off. People are harking back to the old days.' Oasis: What's Their Story? An unofficial celebration magazine on sale now! A few simple words on social media on August 27 in 2024 were enough to spark pandemonium among Oasis fans and were the catalyst for the most eagerly awaited UK gigs of all time. This special unofficial magazine, available to order here, marks the reunion and honours the band both now and down the years with our incredible archive of photos and interviews - and with exclusive reviews and photographs of their first show! The tape also contains a cover version of The Beatles song Tomorrow Never Knows and versions of The Rolling Stones' Street Fighting Man and Flashbax, two songs which were used as B-sides on the single release. Collector Kyle,has been offered £20,000 for the lost tape, but rather than accept the money he has returned copies of the songs to Noel. However, the tracks seem a long way from being released at present. In a previous appearance on The Matt Morgan Podcast, Noel confirmed he'd received a USB stick from a fan, saying: 'Yeah, he sent me a USB stick, he may as well have been sending me a f***ing microchip from the future. I don't what he's expecting me to do with a USB stick. I haven't got a laptop. I haven't listened to the USB stick, it's still in the jiffy bag that he sent it in. If he wants me to listen to it then he can out them on CD. 'I don't know what these songs are, I would be sceptical of there being any full songs on there. Sometimes, as I remember during Be Here Now, when everyone would go to bed Owen Morris would leave the mics on and I would sing a verse or chorus of some tunes. They'll be a song on there called If We Shadows for sure. Other than that, it doesn't interest me. Thanks for sending it and all that. I've yet to even listen to it. It's not something that interests me, if I'm being honest, but if you do want me to listen to it then send it on a CD.' Oasis continue their tour dates this weekend with two final shows at Manchester's Heaton Park. They now move to Wembley Stadium with the first show in London on Friday night. Rumours persist that they could release a new track or songs next year, possibly as part of a new Greatest Hits album. * The full interview with Kyle is on an episode of The Oasis Podcast, out now.
Yahoo
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Oasis post heartwarming picture of Noel and Liam Gallagher from Heaton Park
Laughing together, moments before they are about to make history, Noel, Liam and Bonehead walked up to the stage. In a single picture, it's clear to see that Oasis are back. The last two nights has seen the iconic Manchester lads take to Heaton Park for their homecoming. After more than 15 years away, countless social media spats and persistent pleas from fans to reform, brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher reunited on stage in Manchester to the delight and awe of their loyal fanbase. READ MORE: Oasis fans call front standing at Heaton Park 'mental' as rules explained READ MORE: I watched Oasis in Manchester and Cardiff and saw 6 big changes and subtle differences Sharing a post on Instagram, a picture of Noel Gallagher, brother Liam and guitarist Bonehead sharing a special moment before walking out to greet 80,000 fans on Oasis' second night at Heaton Park. Stay connected with our City Life newsletter here One user wrote: "That second pic is warming the hearts of millions of people". Another wrote: "Pic 2 is a nation pleaser." This summer, Liam, Noel and Bonehead, together with Andy Bell, Gem Archer and Joey Waronker, will play 19 UK and Ireland dates in cities including Cardiff, Manchester, London, Edinburgh and Dublin before heading out on a string of international dates later this year. Oasis split in August 2009, due to the long-standing feud between brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher. The final straw was a backstage fight in Paris before a performance at the Rock en Sein, where Noel claimed Liam wielded a guitar "like an axe". Noel subsequently quit the band, stating he could no longer work with Liam. Prior to their opening shows in Cardiff at the start of July 2025, the last time Oasis played together was at V Festival in August 2009. The 19-song setlist included hits like Rock 'n' Roll Star, Cigarettes & Alcohol and Wonderwall, and they concluded their last show with I Am The Walrus. Oasis formed in Manchester in 1991, going on to become one of the defining bands of the Britpop era and one of the biggest and most influential bands in the world with seven albums across a two decade period. Its constant members, the brothers Liam Gallagher and Noel Gallagher, are well known for their stage presence and songwriting skills respectively, but their tempestuous relationship which has resulted in bust ups and name calling over the years has been prime tabloid fodder. After the group disbanded for good in 2009, the Gallagher brothers each formed their own bands, Beady Eye and Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds.
BBC News
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Oasis Definitely Maybe album: Story behind its Manchester shoot
The first of five homecoming shows for Oasis takes place today at Manchester's Heaton Park with a set list compromising of the band's biggest band's strong connection to Manchester has always been a huge part of their appeal, with fans believing Oasis captured the experience of living in the region in their songs, and shared it with the world. It was therefore fitting that their 1994 debut album Definitely Maybe featured an album cover of the band shot in rhythm guitarist Paul "Bonehead" Arthurs' house in West Didsbury, south Manchester. So what is the story behind the image that has gone on to have such a cultural impact on the band's home city and beyond? Where was the cover shot? Brian Cannon designed the album artwork for Definitely Maybe, as well as (What's the Story) Morning Glory and Be Here Now. He previously told the BBC the Definitely Maybe cover shoot, by photographer Michael Spencer Jones, was done in the front room of Bonehead's other bands would often do "some sort of pose" for their first album cover, Cannon said he wanted to capture something more natural. "Oasis are sat watching [Clint Eastwood Western The Good, the Bad and the Ugly on] the telly which I thought was hilarious," he said. But there were plenty of deliberate elements to the cover, like the placement of items like a Burt Bacharach record, photos of footballers Rodney Marsh and George Best, a pink flamingo and a packet of Benson and Hedges cigarettes. Cannon said: "The mirror on the wall was out of my flat. "But all of those little bits including the inflatable globe came from recording engineer Mark Coyle and roadie Phil Smith's house." Beatles inspiration Cannon said he was inspired by a photo of the Beatles shot in a hotel room, which was used on one of their compilation albums. "The photograph on the back of A Collection of Beatles Oldies was taken in Japan in the mid-60s," he said. "They know there's a camera person there, clearly, but it's a proper fly-on-the-wall shot."He said he also drew inspiration from an Flemish Renaissance portrait by 15th century artist Jan Van Eyck, which featured a number of "visual metaphors". Will Oasis play the album? While their Manchester set list is not confirmed, the Gallagher brother treated fans in Cardiff to a few tracks off Definitely Maybe when they performed the first show of the reunion tour at Cardiff's Principality the full list:HelloAcquiesceMorning GlorySome Might SayBring it on downCigarettes & AlcoholFade AwaySupersonicRoll With ItTalk Tonight (Noel sings)Half the World Away (Noel sings)Little by Little (Noel sings)D'You Know What I MeanStand By MeCast No ShadowSlide AwayWhateverLive ForeverRock 'N' Roll StarThe Masterplan (Noel sings)Don't Look Back in Anger (Noel sings)WonderwallChampagne Supernova Listen to the best of BBC Radio Manchester on Sounds and follow BBC Manchester on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
