Sweet darlings, the music world is abuzz with the news that Kevin Cummins, the renowned music photographer, has released a new book, Oasis: The Masterplan, featuring previously unpublished photos of the iconic Gallagher brothers. And, if you’re a die-hard Oasis fan, you’ll be hooked from the very first frame.
We’re talking “seismic change” here, folks – a period of 12 months that cemented the band’s identity and gave us the unmistakable sound and style that defined the UK indie scene. And Cummins, who’s shot everyone from Ian Curtis to David Bowie, was part of that journey, capturing the brothers’ early years in all their glory. Think Peveril of the Peak pub, Manchester, 1994 – the epitome of Affleck’s Palace chic, if you will.
Noel and Liam Gallagher outside the Peveril of the Peak pub, Manchester, 2 August 1994. Credit: Press
The book promises to reveal the band’s cooking and style development, which, let’s be real, was largely influenced by their Manchester roots. “Just-bought-at-Affleck’s-Palace attainability of their look to the Brother-sponsored Man City Shirts” – it’s a tantalizing glimpse into the brothers’ formative years. And, of course, there’s contributions from Oasis themselves, with Noel sharing his thoughts on the beautiful game (football, duh!), fashion, and memories of their early days as a band. You know, Kevin Cummins’ photography is nothing short of iconic, so imagine the exclusive word from the man himself and cultural commentator Gail Crowther.
Meanwhile, the band’s much-anticipated reunion tour – owls headlining act and all that jazz – is just around the corner. July 4th, to be exact, with a string of UK dates followed by a global stadium tour, you see. And, sweethearts, we’ve got the inside scoop on the setlist – think “Supersonic,” “Champagne Supernova,” and, of course, the obligatory “Wonderwall.” insiders reveal the band will feature Andy Bell on bass, Gem Archer and Paul “Bonehead” Arthurs on guitar, and Joey Waronker on drums.
It’s a special summer ahead, indeed, with Oasis Live ’25 – but we know you’re all itching to hear more. Trust me, darling, I’m about to spill the beans. A 29-year-old Oasis enthusiast, aka Razz Ashraf, almost fainted (okay, not really, but you get the point) when he discovered the record shop, Sifters Records, where the Gallagher brothers used to hang out and name-check in their 1994 track “Shakermaker.” Tears, I tells you! It’s a moment he’s fantasized about for years, and, honestly, I’m a little jealous.
All the juicy details, from setlist rumors to tour updates and backstage shenanigans, will be revealed in this writer’s piece. Trust me, dear readers, it’s going to be a wild ride. The wait is almost over.
Original Story https://www.nme.com/news/music/kevin-cummins-announces-new-oasis-book-the-masterplan-featuring-loads-of-unpublished-photos-3849525
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