It’s an unashamed nostalgia fest, but what could feel business-like morphs into something more considered with strings, singalongs and even a dedication to brother Noel
It’s an unashamed nostalgia fest, but what could feel business-like morphs into something more considered, with strings, singalongs and even a dedication to brother Noel
haven’t got any fucking new ones for you, so it’s going to have to be an old one, all right?” proclaimsat one point tonight, during a set that feels like a time capsule of 1994. Performing Oasis’s classic debut Definitely Maybe in full, the backdrop of the stage replicates the album’s cover, complete with a huge globe, picture of Burt Bacharach, and pink flamingos.
As the whirring crashes of Rock’n’Roll Star begin, it’s hard to feel any pronounced sense of occasion. Despite the milestone of the album turning 30, it has remained a culturally omnipresent force, with the songs still largely inescapable, and it’s been the opener to Gallagher’s solo set for years. However, what feels like business as usual quickly morphs into something much more considered. A six-piece band, complete with backing singers and a string quartet, adds real weight and lift to these songs. A pummelling Bring It On Down feels both meaty yet detailed as a trio of guitars stretch it into an almost psychedelic wig out.
It’s an unashamed nostalgia fest, but given many anniversary play-your-classic-album-in-full shows can feel tossed off, perfunctory and occasionally disinterested, Gallagher has put real thought and care into performing these songs; ones that you can’t help but feel will remain as ubiquitous as ever in another 30 years.
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