In a recent episode of The Jonathan Ross Show, iconic musician Noel Gallagher made a surprising statement about the possibility of an Oasis reunion. During the conversation, Ross brought up Liam Gallagher‘s previous claim that Noel had been offered £100 million to reform the band. While Noel dismissed the idea as untrue, he did admit that he wouldn’t necessarily say no if such an offer were made.
Noel amusingly remarked that he could understand why someone might believe there is £100 million in the music business, given the fortunes of various artists. He even jokingly declared that he would reform Oasis for that astounding sum. However, he clarified that he was not seriously considering it.
The conversation turned to Liam’s personality transformation over the years. Noel revealed that he’s known him better than most, and although they don’t have a great relationship, he’s observed a significant change in Liam’s demeanor. With Liam turning 50 soon, Noel pondered whether, for the sake of nostalgia, he would want to perform with him on stage again. However, he confessed that he doesn’t particularly miss being on stage with his brother.
Noel expressed a touch of sadness when discussing how Oasis represented a certain era for working-class youth, and he questioned where the new generation’s anthem is today. He mused that perhaps the spirit of Oasis lives on in the grime music scene rather than traditional rock and roll.
Reflecting on the Oasis days, Noel stressed that being in a band is hard work. He acknowledged the challenges that came with managing a group of individuals and their personal lives. Comparing it to the present, where anyone can make music with just a laptop, he highlighted the ease with which artists can now create music from their bedrooms.
Ross persisted in asking Noel if he missed being on stage with Liam. However, Noel responded that once the magic and camaraderie of their youth is gone, it becomes impossible to recreate. He emphasized that any potential reunion would be purely for showbiz, and not a genuine return to the passion and excitement of their past.
Noel’s mother’s sentiments were also brought up during the interview. In the documentary Supersonic, she expressed her wish for the brothers to reconcile. However, Noel revealed that his mother has never mentioned the possibility of a reunion to him, except when she spoke about it in the documentary without his knowledge.
In conclusion, while fans may still hold out hope for an Oasis reunion, Noel Gallagher‘s recent comments on The Jonathan Ross Show suggest that the band’s legendary status will remain forever locked in the past. Although the idea of £100 million may be enticing, it seems the magic of Oasis can never be recaptured.
