Who is Oasis

Oasis are a British rock group, originally formed in Manchester, England. They enjoyed a period of huge success following the release of their first album, Definitely Maybe and during the second, (What's The Story) Morning Glory?, with praise from across the spectrum and the accumulation of several major awards. Many critics have since said this was the peak of their musical career to-date. They cite bands such as The Beatles, Slade, The Stone Roses , The Real People, The Smiths and The Who as influences.

The band currently comprises lead guitarist and principal songwriter Noel Gallagher and his younger brother vocalist/songwriter Liam Gallagher, who are the only remaining original band members. Included in the group are Andy Bell, Gem Archer and live drummer Zak Starkey, son of Ringo Starr (The Beatles). The band continues to maintain its original organization of two guitarists, one bassist, drummer and lead singer.

Thanks to the success of their critically acclaimed debut album Definitely Maybe and its 18m selling follow-up (What's the Story) Morning Glory?, the Gallagher brothers featured regularly in tabloid newspaper stories, and cultivated a reputation as bad boys.

At the height of their fame, their 1997 third album Be Here Now reached #1 in the UK charts and also became the fastest-selling album in chart history, with almost half a million copies sold on the first day alone. (read all)