redlandsman87
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Post by redlandsman87 on Jun 5, 2011 23:31:07 GMT -5
We all seem so caught up in "Solo this, solo that" that we all nearly inevitably believe he'll parade out as Noel Gallagher and the Amazing Guest Star Band or something...but what if he wishes for more anonymity, a bridge to distance himself from prior fame and recognition? From what will I'm sure will most likely blow up as the most anticipated British album of the year? He's been Oasis and NG for 20 odd years now, and being the cocky, self admiring (I say that in the best way possible) man Noel tends to be at most points, it's not a far cry to assume he'll go forth as the Chief alone. But I mean, it hasn't been COMPLETELY confirmed from the man himself he's on a solo career...all he said was "seek pastures anew". Hell, for all we know he could be auditioning band members, not guest spots. He's never said, he could be twiddling his thumbs with not a note recorded... And being a family man, a father and husband, I can see wanting to remain a bit behind the scenes. A band helps differentiate, the spotlight wouldn't be COMPLETELY on him, and a new brand name could either reinvigorate or lessen his impact. He doesn't really give a damn about chart positions, fame, or recognition as much anymore...he's lived his dream, made his money, perhaps he's had his fun and wishes to keep his low profile. It'd throw a us a curve at least, he's been so secluded and secretive lately and keeping us all on our toes, that anything is possible. How would you take this, a new band? ......and what if he gets Bonehead, Guigs, and Alan.   Oasis minus Liam. A guy can dream, right? Haha |
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Post by Frank Lee Vulgar on Jun 5, 2011 23:41:58 GMT -5
^That would be awesome, but we have no evidence whatsoever that he will do something with Bonehead, Guigsy or Alan. We know some of the artists he's been working with (Sand Band, Miles Kane) and most of them are young talented musicians...not old friends ;D
However I'm pretty sure he always wanted to do a solo album, it's what he's been saying for years. Can't imagine him starting a band tbh.
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Post by bluemagpie on Jun 6, 2011 1:16:33 GMT -5
I think he'll do at least this album solo, but I wouldn't be surprised if he formed another band somewhere down the line. He's said before that he didn't think being a solo artist was for him.
Honestly I don't understand the widespread desire for a reunion with Bonehead and Guigs. They were the right men for the time they were part of Oasis, but it's not like they're amazing musicians, and certainly nowhere near the level of talent Noel can attract. And even if they were, they severed their ties with the band over a decade ago, not altogether amicably. Why would Noel (or Liam) want to work with them again?
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Post by Bonehead's Barber on Jun 6, 2011 1:40:43 GMT -5
He has said in previous interviews that he would never be in another band if Oasis were to split. The idea of him forming a new band is probably more appealing, in my eyes, because it would 'guarantee' the more up beat rock we are all craving from him a la Oasis. If Bonehead, Guigs and Whitey were to join, by god would I be excited! Haha I don't know why, because Bonehead didn't do anything other than barre chords and Guigs was clumsy as fuck!
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Post by Deleted on Jun 6, 2011 1:41:03 GMT -5
......and what if he gets Bonehead, Guigs, and Alan. Oasis minus Liam. A guy can dream, right? Haha I know what you mean ;D Even though we'll probably never see him perform with "the old guys" I hope that Noel will get Brian Cannon to do the artwork. |
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Post by gdforever on Jun 6, 2011 2:02:25 GMT -5
The idea that if Noel had a band he'd be any less the focus is a bit naive. Unless he brought together some sort of supergroup he is going to be the overwhelming focus.
I think there would have been some kind of report somewhere along the way if anyone other than Noel were working on the album. Particularly since it was confirmed that Noel was work in LA. If there had been a group of musicians with him...you'd think that would have been picked up on.
Besides...he just spent almost 20 years in a band...and the last 8 years he hasn't been fully in charge of the music (despite what some people like to think)
I think that he misses the autonomy of the early days a bit. I think he'll want a bit of time to indulge himself before submersing himself in another group. Which I don't think he'll ever do anyways.
I think it he ever doesn't want to continue on his own he'll retire.
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redlandsman87
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Post by redlandsman87 on Jun 6, 2011 4:30:49 GMT -5
Blech, no supergroups please. A super record with lots of amazing guests I wouldn't mind, just don't let them carry the record like a bad solo Ringo or Keith Moon effort! (Course, Noel isn't a drummer first a foremost).
Noel, logically and for all intents and purposes, has had a "solo" career many times over, with the first four albums. Noel has established himself to such a higher musical level than his band mates that it's ridiculous...wonder why he's so much richer? Sure, under the Oasis moniker, Oasis songs, with Liam taking vocals mainly, but lyrically, melodically, and figuratively Oasis was HIS BAND...just the vehicle needed to drive his songs, his name, and his words to the forefront for the first four records. Course that all changed come Little James, but otherwise up until that point, he wrote all of the records, all of the B-sides, I assume taught his band members what to play instead of them doing so instinctively (him replacing all of the Bass lines of DM , or taking over on SOTSOG are prime examples). You could've called it Noel and The Oasis Band. And we've seen dozens of times when Noel takes the spot light, performs as himself with piss all to Liam (Unplugged, Tibet Show, STC tour, many pub gigs, TCT shows). Noel isn't shy, or incapable, or unwilling as a solo artist, he's proven that many times before. It's just, how will he go about such?
Like McCartney with Wings...yeah, it was a new band, but people didn't show up to see Linda or Denny Laine. Paul could fly very high on his own, but to reach his desired altitude he had to have a few friends help carry his weight, lift him up just a bit higher. But all in all, people went to see an Ex-Beatle, not a band really, so despite the new title and drive, it was still a Paul manifestation. Which, no matter what Noel decides to do, is what I expect to happen.
A band...is a collective. A tight group of great lads who without even thinking know exactly who will play what, when what will be played, and why everybody is playing in the first place. When you see Oasis, you watch the WHOLE, not the the separate parts. Every member, even the stone statues of Bonehead or Guigs, brought more allure to the band and an air of companionship. The only question is, what friends does Noel have nowadays that could meet those qualifications? Sure as heck isn't Russel Brand.
Noel is a brilliant singer, with much depth, and I hope it's a solo record and not a band record to be truthful. But many complain of a "record full of Noel Vocals", mayhaps he's trying to avoid that as well? It would be kinda interesting to pull a different band perspective...wouldn't that be a kick in the teeth? If Noel formed a band and regulate Lead Vocals to another as he had done with Liam? That's not too far out of reach either...he's been following this formula for 20 years with Liam, and clearly takes backing vocals and only Lead once in awhile for a reason.
And I just want to see Bone, Guigs, or Alan do something, period! They've had ten years to practice, ten years to relax and do their DJing, ten years as family men...and if they want to keep doing so, I have no qualms. But those guys ARE Oasis...no matter how great Gem and Andy are, no matter how much they brought to Oasis dynamically and musically, no matter how professional, and no matter how much they've earned their place in the band (I love them don't get me wrong) they still just aren't the "Good Old Boys". I mean, depending on the time they joined, Gem and Andy met a coke free Noel. The others didn't have that pleasure... Bonehead, Guigs, Tony (despite his jackassery) and Alan went from the bottom up with Liam and Noel, through the shit, the bar fights and empty crowds, The Bonemobile (or whatever it was called), no money, the drugs, the drinking, on the dole with nothing in their hands but a guitar and a dream...and made it.
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Post by songbirdsally on Jun 6, 2011 4:46:51 GMT -5
Noel wanted out of Oasis to go solo. Him starting a real new 'band' would be strange the least..
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Post by rcknrollstar on Jun 6, 2011 6:11:19 GMT -5
Just as nobody has confirmed he will be singing in this new project. Or play the guitar.
He'll do a solo drumming album. Why not.
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Post by oneexcitedyoungman on Jun 8, 2011 3:31:54 GMT -5
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Post by putthisin ® on Jun 8, 2011 5:37:02 GMT -5
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Post by bonkers on Jun 8, 2011 5:52:50 GMT -5
not sure why he would buy the other 1 off the spanish chap if there building that 1???
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Post by putthisin ® on Jun 8, 2011 6:53:39 GMT -5
Wasn't that story confirmed as fake? Maybe he wants 2 websites just for the sake of it  |
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Post by Bellboy on Jun 8, 2011 7:40:22 GMT -5
Good post.  I think he'll defo go solo for this album anyway, although I do see what others have said here above. He is a great songwriter, singer, Guitarist, Bass player & drummer anyway with some great mixing & producing idea's. Why wouldn't he take the full lime light with a solo effort?! I can see him being in some kind of supergroup for an album/tour later down the line though. |
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