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Oasis, "Don't Believe The Truth" (Epic)

Their sound is still a bit bombastic, operatic even at times, but Oasis is so seasoned and full of heart the British band pulls off their sixth album "Don't Believe The Truth" without too many missteps.

Yes, the lads have a tumultuous history and, yes, lead singer Liam Gallagher will likely tweak someone's nose to garner a few headlines in time for this release. But ignore the usual sideshow that is Oasis-the-rock-stars and crank up the speakers. They are, again, worth a listen.

It's smooth sailing once you get past the wall-of-sound monotony of the first two tracks. Who can remember what "Turn up the Sun" is about when all that's ringing in your ears is the repetitive refrain "Love one another?" The chorus rings a tad disingenuous, even from the kinder-and-gentler Oasis.

Things pick up quickly with the beautiful track "Lyla." "I waited for a thousand years for you to come and blow me out my mind," Liam wails. It's a strong with a marching-paced cadence, sure to have fans arm-and-arm and frothing as the band lands stateside for their tour beginning in mid-June.

Top track honors, however, go to "Let There Be Love," described in the band's press notes as "...a defining moment in Oasis history." It certainly is a departure from the raw braggadocio that we're used to on even the most romantic and heartfelt past offerings from Oasis. The light piano and soft guitar strums don't feel contrived when they're backing one of the best vocalists in rock.

"Don't Believe The Truth" is just as solid for tried-and-true Oasis fans as it is for newcomers.

_ Ron Harris, AP Writer