August 29th, 1994.
A date that marked a major coming of age for every Oasis fan worldwide.
The day Britpop’s crown jewels unleashed their debut album,Definitely Maybe, upon the world.
Thirty years later, its anthemic melodies and swaggering spirit still reverberate as powerfully as ever.
Throw us a watch, a like, and a follow if you would kind sir.
It became the soundtrack to my adolescence.
I can still vividly remember the first time I heard “Supersonic”.
Accompanied by Bonehead’s guitar and Paul McGuigan’s bass.
It was like an avalanche of sound.
Liam’s whiny vocals coming in over the top was the perfect compliment.
It was rock and roll.
It was beautiful lyrics.
That made zero sense.
It was rebellious with a “fuck you attitude”.
And it was loud!
A declaration that a new era of rock ‘n’ roll had dawned.
The album absolutely exploded in the UK.
(Bush being one of the rare exceptions).
Remember, this was before the internet, and social media.)
had no choice but to pay attention and notice.
Soon enough, the band, and their debut,Definitely Maybe, were blowing up here.
And it wasn’t hard to see why.
Listening toDefinitely Maybetoday, it’s astonishing how fresh and relevant it still sounds.
Its timeless appeal lies not only in its infectious melodies but also in its raw emotion and unadulterated attitude.
It was evident even then, that Liam Gallagher gave zero fucks.
The 2016 documentary, “Supersonic”, perfectly encapsulates the lightning-in-a-bottle phenomenon that was Oasis' early years.
It’s a rollercoaster ride through their meteoric rise, from playing tiny clubs to headlining Knebworth.
For fans both old and new, this doc is the perfect primer.
And usually its Liam getting one from me.
Supersonicis more than just a nostalgic trip down memory lane.
It’s a testament to a time when rock bands could truly dominate the cultural landscape.
This was pre- festival days.
Oasis was doing festival sized numbers all by their lonesome.
downplaying them reuniting and announcing shows next summer.
It couldn’t be further from the truth.
But back to Oasis,Definitely Maybe,and “Supersonic”.
At the heart of the documentary is of course the complex relationship between Liam and Noel Gallagher.
The film doesn’t shy away from their infamous feuds, showcasing their bickering and backstage antics.
But it also highlights their undeniable talent and the creative synergy that made Oasis so special.
Amidst the drama, Supersonic reminds us of the incredible music that Oasis created, particularlyDefinitely Maybe.
It was something called “dynamic range compression”.
The end result was omething so cutting edge, the album was kind of revolutionary.
All until bands and artists came to their senses and started listening to their sound engineers again.
And a great blast from the past.
Three decades on,Definitely Mayberemains a testament to Oasis' enduring legacy.
It’s an album that defined a generation, inspiring countless musicians and fans alike.
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p.p.s.
It’s nearly impossible but the Manchester boys did it.
