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Posted on 15/08/08 at 09:48:35 am
Oasis returned this morning with new single 'The Shock Of The Lightning', premiered at 8.15am today on Chris Moyles' Radio 1 show. (If you missed it, listen to it now on the BBC website: Noel had had just two hours' sleep and was on particularly fine drunken form).
NME's Hamish MacBain and Nathaniel Cramp were listening. Here they lock horns with their opposing views on the track, and you can join in too.
Rock 'n' roll genius or Oasis-by-numbers dross? Listen to a clip of 'The Shock Of The Lightning' here then leave your comments below...
Nathaniel Cramp writes:
I had to sit through 20 minutes of the odious Chris Moyles and his studio full of sycophants for that?
The only shocking thing about ‘The Shock Of The Lightning’ is that, for once, it’s slightly faster than chugging pace, with some ‘Pretty Vacant’-style guitars and Liam apparently borrowing Cher’s Vocoder. And then there’s the lyrics: “Love is a litany, a magical mystery”. Surely there’s a computer programme that can come up with random ‘big words’ (see ‘Acquiesce’) and Beatles references (see every other Oasis song, ever) better than that?
Honestly, when was the last time Oasis made any music that mattered? Their momentum slowed after Knebworth and came to a splashing halt when the Rolls-Royce ended up in the pool – literally and metaphorically – on ‘Be Here Now’. Every new album since has been hailed as “their best since ‘Definitely Maybe’”, but they never are. They’re just products to grease the wheels of the Oasis machine, throwing up a couple of passable new songs for them to play to 50,000 people in an aircraft hangar in between a selection from 1994 and 1995.
Apparently, the fun doesn’t even stop with the A-side as on the flip there’s the first ever remix of an Oasis song. And which zeitgeist surfing knob-twiddler have they turned to? Dave Sitek (note: last time a TV On The Radio album was played on the NME stereo, Hamish MacBain complained that it was “too complicated”)? That bloke out of Crystal Castles? No, The Chemical Brothers! I mean, what year is this? Oasis are finally clambering on board the rusting hulk that was once the big beat bandwagon. Somewhere in obscurity, Bentley Rhythm Ace are waiting for the phone to ring thinking, “This could be our moment.”
But it’s their best since ‘Definitely Maybe’! Yeah, right. And Chris Moyles is a comedy genius.
Hamish MacBain writes:
Of course Radiohead fans are going to hate it, ’cos, y’know, it’s not “progressive” and “they haven’t moved on” and “they’ve only made two good albums ever” and so on and so forth forever. Of course it’s all loud guitars, sneered Liam majesty and has a chorus – two in fact – that mean nothing yet everything all at the same time. Of course when you’re down the front at one of the forthcoming gigs it’s gonna sound incredible. Of course it sounds like a tank. Of course it’s amazing. It is, after all, Oasis.
What you have to understand about rock and roll is that it’s not about “being progressive” or “experimental”. It’s not about sitting there for ages thinking, “Hmmm, what would really surprise people this time?” It’s about instinct, doing what you feel, NOW and not thinking about it. That’s when you get the magic, the purest, most powerful music and the shock, if you will, of the lightning. ‘The Shock Of The Lightning’ is as good an example as you’ll get of this.
It took Noel ten minutes to write and about half that to record (and in a good way, it sounds like it), which makes it the most immediate, intuitive single of the year by anyone. But forget that. Theorising or describing Oasis music is pointless. Like I said, it sounds like a tank, and it’s by Oasis. If that doesn’t excite you, you’re a fool, and you should probably go and listen to Radiohead.
Bye bye.
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hinsey [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 10:41
Nathaniel Cramp sounds like he needs his diaper changed
Paul DeLonge [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 10:43
The song is amazing, and has a drum solo for christs sake! in an oasis song! Genius.
Cant wait for the album
Wreckt_Em [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 10:44
Solid tune. But the drums are way repetitive. Tony McCarroll could've done more than that.
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 10:50
I too only had 2 hours sleep, but it was worth getting up for. A Fucking Cracker!! Nathaniel Cramp is a pube.
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 10:55
I gotta say if anyone thinks that shock if the lightning isnt an amazing rollercoaster iof a song, well your beyond help, this song is immense end of, it is a new sound, its not the same old oasis, and the other leaked song 'falling down' the album version is even better and more experimental, how long can you go on denying oasis's greatness?? The new album will bury you hopefully.
Anon [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 10:56
MacBains a cunt just like Liam. Is there any need to dis Radiohead fans for the sake of publicity? And on the tune having heard it, its Oasis by numbers and will grease the money wheel of the irrelevant band for the masses which is Oasis. Yawn.
Alexander Bischof [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 10:58
I'd much rather prefer Oasis over Coldplay or Radiohead, because at least you know what you''ll get. It is the purest of rock and roll and they're live performances never disappoint. I am glad that they continue to produce tunes of such greatness!
Mark [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 10:58
Why the f**k would Oasis even want their music diddled with by the like of Crystal Castles?? Music should be about enjoyment not headscratching. Nathaniel Cramp looks like Howard Moon and seems to share the same musical taste. This is the most "radio friendly" song on the album apparenly so it had to be released as a single. If Mr Cramp listens to the album version Falling Down i think he might be surprised. Then again he'd probably still find a reason to say it sounds like every other song they've done.
King Henry IX [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 10:58
Nathaniel, your hand-written apology from Noel about how none of his singles sound like "The Reckoner" is in the mail.
Seriously, that is Oasis' best lead single in a long, long time and, if 'Falling Down' is any indication, DOYS will be about as progressive as a British rock album can be. It may even be hailed as a concept album!
Tell Nathaniel to slither back to his cubicle at PitchFork Media and leave the fans of true Rock N' Roll to revel in glory.
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:00
Great return - by the boys, sounds instantly compelling and there best opening single since Go Let It Out
Richard Cobb [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:00
It's alright,every new song seems to sound partially like lyla though.
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:01
No album Oasis release will be as good as Definately Maybe, the band know that themselves because they would be kidding themselves if they wrote an album like that again.
Don't Believe The Truth was the best Oasis album since What's The Story Morning Glory and it was also the beginning of Oasis as a new band. To think and scratch your head whilst listen to Oasis is to miss the point. It's music to have a good time, party, get drunk and jump up and down to. The new single sounds like Oasis which is no surprise as this just what their fans what.
Jon [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:02
Hamish, get with the now mate. Radiohead have just released a great album...their 4th or 5th great album. Oasis have 1. They used to be good but now they're are shit.
See the 2 live and you'll see a gulf in class.
My mum likes Oasis. She also likes Michael Bubley. Enough said i think...
Ciaran [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:11
the fact that Nathaniel says that every Oasis song carries a Beatles reference just highlights his own ignorance. Almost as daft as those who say every Oasis song sounds the same. No wonder he's reduced to writing on the blog.
Rob [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:11
Agree with Hamish, and what a fool the other fella is! Hope that's not him in his little display picture...feel een more sorry for him if it was.
Wesley Lowe (Visitor) [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:12
Its a rock n roll song man, thats what Oasis do, and what a rock n roll song mega!!
Ben Stanway(Visitor) [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:12
How good does Liam sound just what we needed
Mike Coxon [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:14
Falling Down (which was leaked yesterday on Japanese iTunes and still hasn't been mentioned by NME.com...) is better but still a solid opening single. Hopefully the album won't get panned in the post-Jay Z fall out.
Wayne Littlewood [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:14
Fucking awesome. Bring on the album. What a tune. Nathan is more than a pube he is stringy piece of gash
redrazors [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:14
Nathaniel Cramp = sad lonely little man. Rather another belting lead single from Oasis than the sonic boom warfare Radioheid proport to be "progressive" music, pass me the razorblades. I imagine you were saying Echobelly and Gay Dad were the future back in 94/95. Back in your box.
Brian_1 [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:15
Wow a drum solo.
They are really hiting new heights aren't they!
Loving the usual insults from sad fucking Oasis fans (see: Nathaniel needs his diaper changed and Nathaniel is a pube). Get a life and start listening to good bands.
Craig [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:17
The song sounds amazing and the album will prove they're still relevant. Listen to it on repeat at spinner.com
user posted image [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:19
Falling down released, i mean leaked, the other day was better. TSOTL was rather, um, lumpen.
Tom [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:21
In reply to Nathaniel Cramp saying "when was the last time Oasis made any music that mattered?"
I think you'll find the answer to that when you see how quickly the October tour sells out.
p.s if your trying to make a serious comment, i wouldn't post a photo of yourself if i were you.
Matt [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:24
Your name is Nathaniel, enough said.
Matt Paradise [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:27
The song is OK, nothing special, but Hamish MacBain's review is truly terrible. Why does he need to bring Radiohead into it? Just because his schoolboy crush Liam jealously slates them as much as possible? Find a new angle, man.
Marc Jones [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:27
Nathaniel Cramp really is a pube
Gary Massie [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:29
Like somebody else here said "Why the hell would Oasis let turds like Crystal Castles loose on one of their tracks" This is OASIS Mr Cramp.. The band and voice of a generation. It is the most eagerly anticipated album of the year because its Oasis. Rock n Roll stars, none of this dour student bollocks that Radiohead et al like to dress up as music.
Sean [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:30
why did Hamish MacBain need to have a go at radiohead fans in a review on an oasis song? So what if we like something a little bit different to the norm. He's prob Liam in disguise, that guy never misses a chance to have a go at radiohead, never worked out why as i've never seen or heard any member of radiohead having a go at oasis. Maybe Liam's just jealous of the fact radiohead have far more musical and lyrical ability than oasis.
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:30
Just like macbain said, rock n roll is about just avin it and avin a good time, not sitting down like a upper class square thinking about how it should progress and what direction it should go in. If your into that, fair play go and listen to radiohead or coldplay who are both good. But they aren't rock n roll. like oasis, they are different. shouldnt really be compared.
fiddygent [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:30
bentley rhythm ace wouldn't remix osais, it's below them.
cheldom [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:32
You both woke up early to write this? Shouldn't have bothered. Those reviews could have been written 3 years ago FFS. How come no one in the NME can write a decent review about Oasis without sounding clichéd or stereotypical? Have you even bothered to LISTEN to the song?
Anyway, fantastic tune, way better than 98% of what's in the charts. I'll be singing my lungs out to it in the next Oasis gig while Mr Cramp is at home trying to download Radiohead's lastest single from a satellite signal
Wesley(Visitor) [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:35
What the fuck is wrong with some people if this song dont put a smile on yer face go fuckin hang yourselk, Oasis Oasis Oasis !!!!!!!
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:38
The funny thing is, they had to have 2 people review the single as Oasis fans only listen to one band...Oasis. Hence why they still get excited by this utter shite!
1 reviewer for the Oasis hardcore (Great Rock n' Roll etc etc yawn yawn yawn), and the 2nd reviewer is someone who actually listens to other music and has a valid opinion.
The facts are, there is so much better music out there. Do yourself a favour. Spend the money for the album elsewhere on Neon Neon's album and learn a thing or two.
James G [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:38
Being a big oasis fan They dont seem to have gone forward with there sound it seems like they have gone backwards to the 90s from the Be Here Now album with this single its ok but i much prefered Fallin Down.
JoeSki [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:43
Oasis are heavyweights compared to the shite 'modern' music of today. Oasis blows them all away.
ET [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:43
I Just want good music - dont care where it comes from - Radiohead, Oasis or atomic kitten. Radiohead consistently deliver irrespective of 'progression' Oasis haven't moved me since 'Whats the story' so whats the point
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:45
Why the fuck do people claim Oasis only had two good albums? Be Here Now is amazing, stop jumping on the tosser bandwagon by claiming its not up to par. BHN is probably Oasis's second best record. Standing On The Shoulder Of Giants is a class album too. Seriously, there really are some tin eared fools around!
dave [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:45
why do people leap to radioheads defence...christ some people are crazy...radiohead are disappointing live, this tour was gash, the new oasis tour will be mega, and this tune is mega, jesus, even my mum tuned in at 8 and loved it, and she saw the beatles and the stones in the 60's. some people will never like oasis, but they dont need to come on here and drone on about 'by numbers' and liam is a p.rick. i tell you now, 99% of people would rather have liams job than their own
Swimming Trunks [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:46
Nathaniel Cramp? Yes, I'm sure that's his real name. Just another in a long line of spotty student nerds who hate anything popular because it goes against their indie, underground tastes. I like underground stuff, I like Oasis too and have no trouble saying that. Mainly because I'm not a nerd and have never had trouble getting women.
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:47
A classic 'kick-ya-in-the-bollocks' Oasis tune!!!! Looking forward to breathing some fresh rock'n'roll air this year. I assume the radiohead fans will be tucked up away in their bedrooms....with their calculators and sliderules working out how shite radiohead actually are!
Ryan [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:47
The only boring thing about a new Oasis track is the fact that pricks like Nathaniel get the chance to bring out all of the old chin-stroker rubbish about that fact that Oasis will never make anything better than Definitely Maybe or Morning Glory. We ALL know what DM and MG sound like, and we ALL know how good they were – for once just review a song based on what it is. If you don’t like it fair enough, but STOP going on about DM & MG.
Maybe its Nathaniel that needs to move on and not Oasis!! Let us not forget Radiohead will never reach the heights of The Bends or OK Computer again – only a liar would say that every album they have put out since then has not left them feeling disappointed.
I think the track is a great – its not Columbia, but so what; Weird Fishes isn’t Paranoid Android!
Ryan
PS – As it happens 4 of my top 5 albums of all time include The Bends, OK Computer, Definitely Maybe & Morning Glory….You can love both you know :)
mark [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:49
I thought it wisna bad, bit soon to tell though after just a couple of listens.
eddie [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:50
I thought it wisna bad, bit too soon to tell though after just a couple of listens.
Mark Thomas [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:51
Makes me smile. Actually, its been a permanent smile since I first heard it. Can that be a bad thing? Oasis excite their fans- what else could possibly matter?
Alex [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:52
cracking tune. this and falling down are on another level. radiohead do what they do and it's great, but this is rock n roll. oasis are too easy to slag off or slate - it's cheap arguments that have been around since day one. noel gallagher is easily one of the best songwriters of our time, and if the albums haven't been all been classics, the continued stream of just great, great songs and anthems has always been there. this is a continuation of that and more, class single, class act. to say oasis is irrelevant is simply stupid - the fact no one has come along to take the reigns shows just how relevant they are. who are they going to pass the torch to to lead british rock for the next 10 years? god bless liam and noel.
Mark Bowie [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:53
brilliant tune! working class music back to drown out the sorry mockney sh*t of the past 2years!!!! Get In There!!
Gerhard [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:58
Productions sounds kind-of modern, freakin' loving it!!!
Gary [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 11:59
The fact a mere couple of hours after the song is played on radio and we have a load of tossers arguing about how good it is shows oasis are still very much relevant. You should seek a new job Cramp.
Mike [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 12:06
Gosh this is all a bit sad. So the two biggest British bands since the 60s have different influences and write in different ways? I know let's have a big fight about it!
Bollocks. We should celebrate that we have two bands that have consistently written great albums for 15 years, regardless of the differences in style. Oasis were revolutionary and Radiohead evolutionary, both are great feats.
Maybe if we turned our attention away from panning bands who write their own songs and focused on the X Factor, Westlife etc, our music scene would be a lot more healthy. But no, people draw battle lines and accuse each other of things. All Oasis fans are chavs who listen to no other music except Oasis and The Stone Roses, all Radiohead fans are middle class students who like Kraftwerk.
I'm a bigger Oasis fan but I like Radiohead, I've just graduated, I like a whole range of music. People should grow up, shut up and, to paraphrase unfortunately from George Michael, listen without prejudice.
Oasis4life [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 12:12
First reviewer knows nothing about rock'n'roll and should be banned from reviewing good music. Go listen to Radiohead, Nathaniel.
Oasis are back and back like a hurricane. Noone can beat them. The Lightning is HUGE. So is Falling Down.
THE BEST BAND IN THE WORLD. LIVE FOREVER.
Lee [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 12:12
"Oasis fans only listen to one band...Oasis"
That is quite possibly the dumbest thing I have ever read! I am an Oasis fan & I listen to loads of different kinds of music & I like loads of bands (including Radiohead for that matter). I have listened to the song & I think it's alright, no it's not Supersonic but it's a decent song none the less.
If you do or don't like the song then that's fine but there is no need to slag off others opinions! Grow up!
Dave [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 12:24
Er, so when did this Radiohead vs Oasis feud start up then? Is is compulsary to take sides?
I can't help but feel most people on here (Hamish included) appear more excited about what the song stands for than the actual song. Which I guess is no bad thing.
Nathan [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 12:33
I think this should be the B-Side and The Chemical Brothers remix the single.
Oh well, at least the song has some kick to it. Just nothing special. Liam puts in a good performance though.
Gerhard again [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 12:33
And so what if they sound like the Beatles? You know, not everyone was bottle-fed Beatles since birth. Loads of other band sound alike, the most recent example I encountered was the Dolls/Johnny thunders franchise vs. the Sex Pistols. Definitely some borrowing going on there.
Ian [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 12:37
"The funny thing is, they had to have 2 people review the single as Oasis fans only listen to one band...Oasis."
I bet i've got a fucking bigger and better record collection than you! and i bet Noel & Liam have a bigger and better record collection than Crystal Castles. I like Crystal Castles, but come on... who will be arguing the toss over their new single in 14 years time?
DSEN. [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 12:39
Oasis are at a level now when its up to the people to decide wether the album was good or not, the reviews don't mean a thing, NME have stuck out two arguements both are at each end of the extremes (crap, amazing). (Whats The Story) Morning Glory was slated when it came out and Be Here Now was given ten star reviews it just shows that reviews by The guardian, Uncut, The Sun and of course the NME mean nothing. The papers and magazines are only good for facts when it comes to music (sometimes not even that). Radiohead and Oasis are both brilliant bands in different ways and I love "The Shock Of The Lighning".
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 12:44
Single of the year.
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 12:45
Nathaniel Cramp even looks like a miserable fucker
Harry Callaghan [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 12:47
I don't understand why people are going on about Radiohead or the charts when discussing Oasis. Anyway...
Oasis ceased to be a decent band years ago. The follow up to Definately Maybe contained 3 good songs and is quite possibly the most boring, middle of the road, over rated album of all time. Thereafter its been pointless rubbish. Liam hasn't been able to sing for over a decade.
They used to be a 5 piece in 94, now they are a two piece with 3 cheap employees. I bet they just make minimum wage.
Ps It could well be Noel "sieve for a brain" Gallachers fault that we have got this useless labour party in power.
In conclusion, Rock n Roll all the way to the bank $$
Chris [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 12:49
Is Cramp one of these people that will go up to a pub juke box and select 'Wonderwall' every time he feels like abit of Oasis.
Who said Oasis still have to make coked up/drunken/football terrace anthems? And who said that if your going to do some re-mixes you have to use the next big thing in producing...ever thought that if your gonna do your first ever re-mixes you might want them to be produced by friends who you know and trust to produce shit hot music every time.
Oasis arent about progress and keeping up with the times and latest musical trends, there about doing there own thing and reflecting there mood of the time which they've done once again.
Those that started slating them at Be here now have never been true fans.
Epsom_lad [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 12:50
Oasis are at a level now when its up to the people to decide wether the album was good or not, the reviews don't mean a thing, NME have stuck out two arguements both are at each end of the extremes (crap, amazing). (Whats The Story) Morning Glory was slated when it came out and Be Here Now was given ten star reviews it just shows that reviews by The guardian, Uncut, The Sun and of course the NME mean nothing. The papers and magazines are only good for facts when it comes to music (sometimes not even that). Radiohead and Oasis are both brilliant bands in different ways and I love "The Shock Of The Lighning".
Paul [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 12:50
I wouldn't be the person i am today without Oasis' guiding light in the early 90's but, and it saddens me to say this, they just excite me anymore.
Why are people comparing Radiohead to Oasis anyway? THEY'RE TWO COMPLETELY DIFFERENT BANDS.
Dangooner [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 12:54
It shows how much Oasis DO still mean to people to get this kind of reaction. I'm personally bored with bands today, so it's great to have Oasis back. Saying that, I know some people can't stand them so fair enough. Each to their own opinion. For those of us who like it, let us enjoy it for what it is, a great song from to what is to millions of people, agreat band.
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 13:06
People who can't accept Radiohead are good are just kidding themselves. You don't have to like them but that doesn't mean you can't accept how talented they are. I like Oasis AND Radiohead. TSOTL is rather ordinary.
Matmoy [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 13:21
Well it keeps going round and round in my head so the jobs done. The more i hear it the more i like it. Oasis fans only listen to Oasis what utter rubbish.
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 13:23
Class tune, If you don't like it you are a wanker and don't deserve to listen to music ever again. end of.
Davo [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 13:31
I've lost interest in Oasis long time ago, but this is fooking AMAZING!!! I can't wait for the new album.
Michael [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 13:34
I wonder what Nathaniel's opinion on the Ting Tings is?
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 13:42
Sounded like a cover of a Foo Fighters song to me.
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 13:43
Stop with the “Oasis haven’t made a good album In years” bollocks please!
Oasis are too easy a target to slate these days, and its quite frankly getting boring to hear people keep saying so. People that slag them off are sad, boring little runts.
britpopgirl [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 13:48
What a fooking tune nice one lads!!! Nathaniel Cramp you complete COCK!! go back and wank off to radiohead like u was
Cheerfuljamie [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 13:54
They get accused of not moving on yet people want to compare new stuff to the first two albums!! The new single is 'aving it.
james [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 14:10
you have to understand no matter what oasis put out its going to be loved by some and hated by other i do agree though this track is amazing, i would rather to listen to the kaiser cheifs than radioheads boring depressing music, anyway Oasis are back Get in!!!!!!!!!
Jimmy [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 14:15
anyone else notice that neither of these guys seems to actually review the song? the first guy is just a berk ranting about how oasis 'arent relevant'. how are they not relevant if you are reviewing their new single you arse? review the song, dont attack the artist.
unknown [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 14:15
Nathaniel really man the problem with you and loads of other people is you keep expecting albums like dm and wtsmg and were not going to get albums like that again from anyone not just oasis, then again its only some retarded radiohead fanboy who reviews for nme so i'm sure oasis and they're fans wont be too bothered by the review if thats what you want to call it.. the second review is pretty much spot on though its a great song.puts the bands around today to shame with all this indie dribble.
Liz [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 14:27
No then what a mega song, Oasis once again have proven that they are the best band britain has ever seen. Nathaniel Cramp u complete arse licking radiohead dick,
Jonny. [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 14:30
It's trendy to slag off Oasis. Get over it. They're still the best band around today, but if you choose to like that shit Pigeon Detectives and Bloc Party dross in higher regard, good for you, just don't claim to have good taste or indeed be fit to judge a track at all. Respect to Hamish MacBain for telling it like it is. No respect to the other one, for just trying to be contriversial.
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 14:40
Falling Down is a million times better than this
Tom C [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 14:48
It makes me laugh when people ask "who cares anymore". The singles great, it has the raw sound of definitely maybe yes, but its on its own apart from it, different drumming, great vocal it sounds great, I dont know what some of you are listening to..... On a side note I doubt its a patch on some of the tunes of Forth, which are mindblowing!
Niki [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 14:53
der song is sehr gut. aber mir gefällt das ganze drumherumm, die neue coverart, die elektronikeinflüsse und hat schon jemand falling down(album version) gehört? das is das beste lied das ich seit jahren gehört habe. es ist einfach nur unverschämt oasis in frage zu stellen. kauft euch die musik oder ladet sie runter oder hört sie nicht. es gibt keine ander band die ca 50 obergeile coole songs geschrieben habe. das is fakt. noel = gott
D [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 15:03
i think it's great man! some people didn't like the chorus, but a few listens in, and it's kickin my butt. i'm really digging the tune. the first reviewer sounds like the classic Oasis hater. he probably had that review ready before he heard the song.
Chazna [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 15:07
The tune is avin it!!!!! Fooking amazing!!!!! Best thing I've heard since In Rainbows. Get on that !
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 15:12
What a typical Oasis fans' response to some criticism, "If you don't like this then you're a COCK!!" Or maybe some people just have different opinions. I think this an average song. A little boring. Far from "kick ya in the bollocks" or somesuch. If you want that listen to MBV, Six By Seven or Amusement Parks On Fire
jason [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 15:17
this song is amazing, im not a die hard oasis fan with my head in the clouds...i used to be, but after years of disapointment virtually gave up on them...looks like theyre tearing the roof off again...good times....
Josh [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 15:20
Can I ask Mr. Cramp, have the Beatles copyrighted using the word 'magical' and 'mystery' when placed together? I didn't realise that no-one was allowed to use any words from Beatles songs, anymore. I certainly hope he slates all bands that do and isn't just jumping on the stereotypically lazy journalistic routine.... but I guess that would count as blind faith.
I like the song but its not a classic or their best.
I wish everyone would stop comparing Oasis and Radiohead... they're on different ends of the musical spectrum.
I'm off to listen to an overrated and disappointing album by a band who produced their best music in the 90's..... Hail To The Thief it is.
visitor [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 15:27
this song is so dissapointing- same two crappy chords and lame melody thru the entire song.. i expected so much more
Ian [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 15:30
"It could well be Noel "sieve for a brain" Gallachers" If your going to accuse someone of having a sieve for a brain, it doesn't look too smart when you spell their name wrong!!
jorges [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 15:54
Oasis is great band. period...
James G [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 15:58
Actually the more ive listened to it the more ive really started to like it.
Cramp Hater [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 16:09
Nathanial is a nob. Why is he still working there?
Manni [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 16:12
Massive song! Well done lads.
FizFazFoz [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 16:16
possibly one of the worst songs i've heard all year. hamish hits the nail on the head with them. utter shite.
Kev [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 16:43
Oasis and Radiohead happen to be my two favourite bands. When a lead-off Radiohead single comes out, i smile knowingly and nod my head. When a lead-off Oasis single hits my ears, i want to go out and have a good time. Both are the best at what they do. Radiohead are masters at making the hairs on the back of your neck stand up, the Gallaghers are the masters at making you want to sing, dance and have a good time with your friends. Cramp can fuck off. Menstual Cramp more like. He sounds like a friendless student trying to gain favour with his Bloc Party loving, tweed wearing pals. This is the best rock and roll single of the year. Cramp knows this, hes just forgotten what rock and roll is. And as for Oasis being irrelevant? Only Oasis could generate this amount of feedback on the site of a magazine that they kept in business for ten years. Ask the NME editor whos been on the front of the magazine the most times. He'll say Oasis. Then ask him why. He'll say its because he wants to sell his product. Irrelevant my hole. The Shock Of The Lightning is the start of the Seventh coming of the worlds greatest rock band.
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 16:52
ive heard the song once today, and it made me sit up and listen, and take notice! i cant remember the last band that did that
the song is a tune, which will grow and grow and grow
the oasis / radiohead comparision is idiotic, you couldnt get 2 bands any different, the only thing the same is radiohead havnt made anything as good since pablo honey and the bends, and oasis since definitely maybe and morning glory, but they have made good albums for many years
as for oasis fans only listening to oasis, haha! you wouldnt belive my record collection sunshine, and ive been oasis since day 1!!!!
bring on the album, bring on the tour, bring on the next year and a half, oh and bring on the insults and piss takes, a sold out world tour , a number 1 album and possible number 1 singles says 'we dont care'
live forever lads
scotty t [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 17:05
i love it, right rockin tune!!! get in there!!
Lloyd Daily [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 17:11
Hey so it's not cigs and alcohol or supersonic..Hey it's barely Bring it on down. BUt it's Oasis I'm glad to hear to walls of guitars again like back in 94 and 97. I'm glad there not going with the balladry of crying your hearts out or singing to songbirds (both good songs)..Anyway I'm high, moral of the point..Yeah.
America Loves Oasis
nyc
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 17:22
When will Oasis learn that we don't want simple and great Rock and Roll music but whiney, progressive, tuneless 'art' wank by bands called My Ironic Skinny Jeans or The Ying Yang Spin Spang . Idiots.
Gr0tevis [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 17:22
Being an Oasis fan & a Blur fan & also liking Radiohead (have the discbox!)
Oasis fans don't listen to just one band.
chris [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 17:25
the effing fact that you have a blog up effing 10 mins after the song is played discussing says they matter you effing tool. they matter so much you need to review their song instantly. the fact is its "cool" to slag oasis so you follow suit with everyone else like a tool bag. this a fucking rock and roll song PERIOD. stop following everyone.
Kevin Paterson [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 17:57
What was everyone expecting, i mean really oasis are always gonna sound like oasis get over it, if you wanna listen to something different listen to another band thats why we have them folks, and can we stop comparing oasis to radiohead its like night and day couldnt be more different could you honestly see oasis making a radioihed style album or vice versa whats next bono to take u2 to hip hop
Century Man [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 18:00
A welcomed return - love them or hate them you cannot deny bounce-back-ability
PJ [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 18:09
Excellent track. This really is one of their best tunes in a long while. All of their albums are great. Oasis are under a microscope so their music sits front & center while crappy, trendy Emo and Strokes-clone music gets chugged out under their noses. "Well, we weren't expecting THAT from the Ting Tings, and wow, that chick who sings is really hot - this is so much more exciting than Oasis!!" Oasis will never live down their "best band in the world" mantra from the mid-90s; the media still dislike them for refusing to do stuff for the sake of change, even though the last few Oasis albums are fairly distinct.
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 18:11
Well, it's the best I've heard from Oasis in a while, but not lyrically on a par with the earlier stuff. People are asking why Oasis are still relevant? Its testament to Oasis that people are asking this 14 years after the release of Definitely Maybe. I was never a huge fan, but from the year 2000 onwards i don't think there have been any new bands that have had the same kind of impact that Oasis did. Certainly not any so that in 14 years time from now we can look back and ask the same question. That is unfortunately the sad state that pop music is currently in, and why we'll still continue to look to bands like Oasis to try to take us back to the good old days.
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 18:11
I think the "comments" above from Oasis fans just about says it all, they made one fantastic album , they have been shit for years, their fans have no clue whatsofuckingever, oh and i was the biggest oasis fan ever from 94 to 97, sometimes you just gotta move on and leave dinosaurs behind....
Mino Speranza ITA [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 18:14
I love it, since 30 sec clips on DOYS trailer..it's definitely the best opener for an album after Somi Might Say. Rock on guys, Italy still loves ya !
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 18:14
Well, it's the best I've heard from Oasis in a while, but not lyrically on a par with the earlier stuff. People are asking why Oasis are still relevant? Its testament to Oasis that people are asking this 14 years after the release of Definitely Maybe. I was never a huge fan, but from the year 2000 onwards i don't think there have been any new bands that have had the same kind of impact that Oasis did. Certainly not any so that in 14 years time from now we can look back and ask the same question. That is unfortunately the sad state that pop music is currently in, and why we'll still continue to look to bands like Oasis to try to take us back to the good old days.
Corky7 [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 18:18
the song is mega! the new album will be mega! and the tour will be mega! Music needs Oasis and everyone knows it!
Shejken [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 18:32
A great rock tune. The best one Ive heard this year. Was a bit disappointed when Falling Down leaked, but this single had made up for that. Can't wait to hear the full length album now. Glad to have the boys back. Hope Liam can keep his vocals in shape for the tour. Love it.
Justin Viger [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 18:33
I am seeing both Radiohead and Oasis this month here in Canada. I am looking forward to them both. These NME reviewers make me think I can't believe anything either of them say.
J [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 19:17
That song is sooo special. Forget the radiohead thing, they aren't in the same league. The drums are phenomenal and Liam's voice hasn't sounded this good since DM days. The guitar play is extremely fresh and new. The lyrics are the usual poetry from Noel but this is even better than recent classics. It has a 'Rock and roll star' 'It's gettin better man' feel but fresher and I think better. I loved falling down aswell but this song had me in tears - it was that amazing. Anyone who says otherwise isn't listening properly and never will. TSOTL is an absolute classic!
Rene [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 20:39
Great song lads!!
Can't wait for the album. Nathaniel can go play with himself!!!!
MaxL [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 20:45
I think this, like Lyla and The Hindu Times before it, is the out-and-out pure rock first single off the new album. It's a belter of a song that absolutely blows you away and any of the awful new indie bands out today. If you want something more varied I think you should wait for the album and you'll get it.
martina [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 21:18
blur foreveeeeeeeeeeeeeeerrr!
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 22:11
i don't get the fuss over the beatles influence. no one mentions how karma police rips off sexy sadie.
Matthew [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 22:54
I'm no big Oasis fan (more into stuff like Coldplay), but I have to admit that the new tune is pure awesome. The problem is your always going to get people like Nathaniel Cramp comparing it to their first two albums and jumping on the toffs bandwagon. Also, the fact that they are still hugely popular means they still mean something to the British public.
And anyway, if it wasn't for Oasis, we'd still be listening to the absolute crap in the charts.
So I say to Cramp, go away and listen to your middle class indie dirge and leave everyone else to enjoy it.
Nick [Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 23:04
Oasis are to be honest, one of the most important bands around. They make people have a good time, that's what life is all about, not giving a fuck and get out there. Oasis are what the Beatles were all about, being free. This new single shows that they are as good as anything, and bring on the new album. They got swagger and style, it's all good, better than fucking good. When you see Liam and Noel on stage at a gig and you're there, you fuckin' know they're there! You can't say the haven't changed music either, Definately Maybe, What's the Story? (Morning Glory) and so on. Live Forever, it's always in at least the top ten songs of all time. Right, there's my ramble. They're still Mad for it. Peace out to all you Oasis fans! Bring on the new album!
[Visitor] //August 15 2008 at 23:51
The leaked 'Falling Down' is much better. I'm a huge oasis fan, but this is just (as said) an OK tune.
[Visitor] //August 16 2008 at 00:01
that this band is STILL relevant shows how many people have a say to it......good till great song...live a burner i guess, no, i know it will be a burner
[Visitor] //August 16 2008 at 00:42
I guess that indie crap you usually review round here is better then hey?
Its an awesome song, get over your student music and learn to appriciate good tunes.
Thompson [Visitor] //August 16 2008 at 00:44
The Fact that NME thinks this track is shit, fills me with hope that this will be another Successful Oasis album.
John Lennon [Visitor] //August 16 2008 at 01:25
its rocking like, very boring reading the nme review an oasis song they just say the same thing as always and slag it off, just listen to the song!
Harry [Visitor] //August 16 2008 at 02:38
i was reading a few of the comments above and i agree with a fella called gary who said 'The fact a mere couple of hours after the song is played on radio and we have a load of tossers arguing about how good it is shows oasis are still very much relevant.' Oasis are and always have been my favourite band and i feel the song is a powerful return leaving me excited for the rest album.
Lee [Visitor] //August 16 2008 at 02:41
semi-decent...i've heard better but it's still worth a few listens. love oasis and love hearing new things by them...do they have to write the greatest song of all time...of course not...just take it for what it is...a good tune man!
melv [Visitor] //August 16 2008 at 03:28
Once again Oasis come up with a track that really sound like, well Oasis I guess. Noel twangs his guitar, Liam warbles down the mic and the world hears about how Noel thinks everyone else is crap at making music. Oasis tosh out the same old crap once again and their fans lap it up. Mission accomplished Noel.
Ads [Visitor] //August 16 2008 at 04:10
Don't know how Radiohead relates to this discussion. I mean, I'm a big fan of Radiohead, but this is a cracking rock and roll tune. There is still a place for music like this in the modern world.
Eddy [Visitor] //August 16 2008 at 08:30
Ive got a wide variety of artists in my music collection, and think it is a personal choice. Ive liked Oasis for a long time, still undecided over the new single, but what you usually find that the best records are the ones that take a few listens!
some people like them/ some dont, who cares! just dont listen to them if you hate them ? its a personal choice!
Danny [Visitor] //August 16 2008 at 10:06
i can never understand why it has to be oasis v radiohead, or whatever, its boring. they are both quality bands also, why are oasis reviews so cliched? both the 'for' and 'against' come back with the same tired old arguments. For what its worth - as a massive oasis fan -i dont think the singles fantastic..... a '7' on first listen, probably an '8' now....'good', but not 'great'
David from Manchester [Visitor] //August 16 2008 at 10:53
If this song had the words: "Graham Coxon" on the sleeve, pleople would say it was genuis. It's an alright song, although I don't see what Radiohead have to do with any off this. (??) Having said that, I will always believe the Gallaghers to be a pair of monumental wankers, and this will always taint my enjoyment of any music they ever made.. - David
Damon Albarn [Visitor] //August 16 2008 at 11:55
Sounds like Kasabian/Kaiser Chief's if they were produced by Mark Ronson! You can hear the £millions it must have cost to record and produce ( how rock n roll ). Noel is lying about writing it in 10 minutes. He actually mean't to say he wrote it 10 years ago ( i.e a be here now B side ). PARODY!! Guaranteed no.1 Single for the footballing masses.
exert [Visitor] //August 16 2008 at 14:15
right, so someone tell me when it has to be one way or the other...personally i both listen to and make songs which range from slow well thought out songs to instinctive rock n roll...everyones so narrowminded...well i can tell you i piss on you all because i can listen to anytype of music popular or not, commercial or not...just aslong as its gets me off. this is a good tune.not the best but better than whats out noweverdays...other bands are more predictable than oasisanyway...
jason z [Visitor] //August 16 2008 at 15:43
Hey hey my my........rock and roll will never die.
Oasis=still the fucking BEST!
[Visitor] //August 16 2008 at 20:03
Great song, along with falling down, this albums looking good...really good, actually the yanks will love them after this
Daniel Vargas [Visitor] //August 16 2008 at 20:09
Liam said it Mr. Crap, Radiohead fans are ugly and bored and seems to be not having a good time jaja.... and I think exactly the same as Mr. MacBain... that what Rock n' Roll is about.. and I like other bands sure, also Radiohead, not a fan, but like some stuff... but Oasis is still Oasis... and I love TSOTL
FAHQ [Visitor] //August 16 2008 at 21:37
This song definitely rocks.
[Visitor] //August 16 2008 at 22:34
I didn't realise it was time for a Remasters album.. oh wait.
[Visitor] //August 16 2008 at 22:53
I've heard two new oasis songs. TSOTL is attracting all the anti Gallagher stuff and all that B.S. Meanwhile the brilliant Falling down is quietly off the radar just chilling and sounding the bees knees. If DOYS is good then I'll play both Oasis and Radiohead's albums with gratitude and English pride. We Rock!
Angello-x [Visitor] //August 17 2008 at 00:10
If we could have the pleasure to see those brit girls screaming on the telly now we all should fucking have a go and shout it out fuckin´ very loud: Oasis is the greatest band of the fuckin´lightining world!
Oasis Hater [Visitor] //August 17 2008 at 00:28
Well they used to be good didn't they? No. They were always the most boring band ever and this new single is like being nailed to a cross very slowly. Please go away you horrible band. Forever.
steve [Visitor] //August 17 2008 at 02:17
Fast driving new tune that will go to number one!
I love this tune and it gets better each time I hear it. Can't wait for the new cd to hear the rest.
Robert Spedding [Visitor] //August 17 2008 at 07:25
I absolutely love this song. The last few oasis albums have been pretty boring but Shock of The Lightening and Falling Down are two of the best oasis songs since the Morning Glory Days.
I think this will be the oasis come back so long anticipated but never realised.
Welcome back.
lambchop [Visitor] //August 17 2008 at 07:54
Who's Oasis?
Enzo [Visitor] //August 17 2008 at 09:05
Why can a band not do their thing any more without worrying about it being slated? If Oasis go on to make 1000 shite albums they will still be just as relevant as ever because they created definetly maybe amongst other albums, B-sides and singles that blew this country away and provided a soundtrack to a lot of peoples youth and that is not going anywhere. They are brilliant performers, have bags of charisma and this new single has energy ! So many new bands are sounding like their hearts not in it and we need something with a bit of spirit to give the radio waves a kick up the arse. I for one was there at knebworth with my dad, and will be online at 9.00 wednesday to grab a ticket. To use the words "Oasis" & "Not Relevant" in the same sentance like that journo above with the name from the 1600's is not only ridiculous given what they have acheived but quite simply a man without a soul!
Las [Visitor] //August 17 2008 at 12:26
Love it!, Heard it about ten times now, and it's still growing!. Welcome back Gallaghers!
Callum [Visitor] //August 17 2008 at 12:26
Every Oasis fan seems to justify whatever Oasis track sounds like thier previous one with "come on, its Oasis, its gotta be amazing". Come on, its an Oasis fan, they've gotta be a loutish thug who thinks good music like Radiohead are "arty crap".
Visitor [Visitor] //August 17 2008 at 13:41
well i love it.. you can just tell dig out your soul is gonna be incredible!!
cant wait too see them live.
best band in the world ever
no competition.
Moz [Visitor] //August 17 2008 at 15:18
hypnotic tune, that guitar sound man, is that pedalled yea?
radiohead and oasis both brilliant gta say I prefer oasis, hate idiots that say they had 2 good albums heathen chemistry is brilliant, dont believe the truth has got some good tunes and be here now is VERY underated bring on DOYS!!!! welcome return from the boys.
... [Visitor] //August 17 2008 at 15:35
I don't understand the way Oasis and Radiohead are compared all the time. Oasis make populist music which offers nothing new, and they are happy doing it, and the fans are happy hearing it. Radiohead make music which is a reaction to a time and climate. It's like comparing We Will Rock You with Hamlet.
Whilst I appreciate what Oasis have achieved (convincing millions that they make good music), I have to say it's not for me. And Kele Okereke hit the nail on the head really:
"I think Oasis are the most overrated and pernicious band of all time. They had a totally negative and dangerous impact upon the state of British music. They have made stupidity hip. They claim to be inspired by The Beatles but, and this saddens me, they have failed to grasp that The Beatles were about constant change and evolution. Oasis are repetitive Luddites."
arcticross [Visitor] //August 17 2008 at 15:43
we should be proud to have such an important band in this country. theyre the reason we al picked up guitars in the 1st place. the tune is big, not clever and is fukin rockin! good to have them back
"Yellowjacket " [Visitor] //August 17 2008 at 16:05
The song has it's lyrics written in a Beatle like style using opposites through out the song. Using the same premise as Hello Goodbye, Black white yes no etc. The music is a trip backwards to the MG days and have all the makings of Hello....
The song if played loudly sounds like a epic anthem! If this is any indication of what Dig Out Your Soul is going to sound like OASIS will be back on top of the music world.
Craig David [Visitor] //August 17 2008 at 18:48
Same old rubbish from Oasis...and same old rubbish from their blinkered, illiterate, knuckle-dragging fans. There's nothing "rock'n'roll" about Oasis anymore and there hasn't been for a very long time. Their middle-aged, bone-heads who couldn't come up with a decent tune if it came up and punched them in their bloated, moaning, cretinous faces.
FACE FACTS. This song is poor. The only reason we're listening to it is because of two albums they made a long time ago. If this song was released by a new band it wouldn't even get a second glance. Don't delude yourselves.
As for all this crap about their being "no good new music since...whenever" just proves what sheltered existences Oasis fans lead...only listening to Radio 1 and Stone Roses albums in between the next underwhelming Oasis album and the last. Music is much healthier now than it ever was in the mid-nineties. Fact.
Why NME continues to give column inches to this bollocks I'll never know. What was once a progressive (value for money) music mag, has now become a derivative, "alternative" Smash Hits. Conor McNicholas has driven this great British institution into the ground. Oasis fans, if you were wiped out, I guarantee this country and it's music scene would be a much better place.
Jock [Visitor] //August 17 2008 at 19:28
How pathetic and cliched Oasis fans are. 'Go listen to your art student shit!!Radiohead are depressing wank!!' The sound of over grown kids who can't accept other peoples opinions. Not everyone loves dull lad rock that has the lyrical insight of a nursery kid learning what rhyming is for the first time. In a nice twist,the song reviewed has an identical selection of chords to a Radiohead B Side meeting in the aisle. No prize for guessing which song is the more interesting one. Chill Noel minions xx
Stu [Visitor] //August 17 2008 at 22:01
Mr Cramp, please please come up with something different to the old 'haven't done anything since their first two albums' crap...you accuse Oasis of lacking originality and then plump for the most cliched line of the lot.
If the relevance of Oasis were still in doubt, we wouldn't be having this very heated discussion. How is the irony of this not hitting you around the head?
You like it, you don't like it...you're indifferent, but for God's sake, don't dismiss the fact that you are just as cliched, old hat and fourth rate as anything Oasis have done even at their Standing on the Shoulders of Giants low points.
If you can bear it, have a long hard look at yourself and ask how you became such a lazy hack.
[Visitor] //August 18 2008 at 01:07
Great return from King Noel and the rest of the boys and as for the people saying they've only made one good album, go listen to 'Be Here Now' 'Standing On The Shoulders Of Giants' 'The Masterplan' 'Heathen Chemistry' 'Don't Believe The Truth' and any other B-side you can get your hands on. All class albums, all class songs, not one single song is 'shite' and Oasis ARE THE BEST BAND IN THE WORLD. END OF ARGUMENT.
Rich [Visitor] //August 18 2008 at 13:09
i think the problem is that Oasis (or should i say Liam's voice) are now just parodies of them former selves. they now just sound like the bands they have influenced - this one sounds like Kasabian for example.
The guitars sound refreshingly modern...however Liams voice is awlful perhaps why it is so far down in the mix
[Visitor] //August 18 2008 at 14:47
This song is total pap. Get real guys. Oasis is like some weird cult, which brainwashes people and makes them lose a sense of reality. The lyrics are just rubbish. I like oasis as much as the next man, they can usually wig it with meaningless lyrics which rhyme, but not here. C'mon ! even the title sucks
Glenn [Visitor] //August 18 2008 at 15:15
Someone has just asked "whats next, bono taking U2 into hip hop?" I wouldnt be suprised at all! But Oasis (love 'em or hate 'em) are still the relevant band around and its as simple as that. The Kooks, Kaisers, Coldplay ect... just cant compete. I got bored with the new colplay album after about a week. You notice that when oasis bring records out there is a buzz that lasts for a while and no other band can do that. Music is just so much more exciting when oasis are around. When there tour sells out completely on wednesday then you will have your answer... Oasis still matter and always will.
balz [Visitor] //August 18 2008 at 15:44
fresh rock and roll and oasis dont go together .
music god [Visitor] //August 18 2008 at 15:56
how many more albums will oasis knock out before they realize there just all the same , oasis fans have no taste .
[Visitor] //August 18 2008 at 16:08
Tools the lot of ya !!!!
Alex [Visitor] //August 18 2008 at 16:28
I really don't think it matters either way as 'Falling Down' is FAR better!
Boycie [Visitor] //August 18 2008 at 16:29
Know whats not relevant? The NME. No, wait I can hear the editors now or that plank who wrote the first review right now "look how many readers we have, look how many visits we get a day on the web". Look how many folk have commented on this review already, regardless whether they like it or not, look at all the major radio stations all stopping their shows to play their new single at 8.15am. But theyre not relevant anymore? Ha.
And isnt it funny how within a matter of hours of it being played, the NME get 2 of its writers to do a review on it already? How many other bands get this sort of attention for everything they do? None. Its that simple.
Still relevant, still important, still brilliant.
Next time the new Wombats or thats new single comes out I look forward to seeing as much debate over it and 2 reviews on these pages just as fast. I doubt it.
mike [Visitor] //August 18 2008 at 18:11
the tune is growing on me.....
better than all the band around..
Falling down is a great song!!!!!!!!!!
[Visitor] //August 18 2008 at 19:09
I find it so boring how people continue to compare new stuff from Oasis to DM and WTSMG. Maybe its a testiment to how amazing those two albums were. They will never reach those heights again and most sensible people realise that. What we have in the TSOTL and Falling Down is two tracks that match anything that any other band has released in the last few years.
Christine [Visitor] //August 18 2008 at 19:34
Yes, i've already listened to 'The Shock of the Lightning', and it was magnificent! I'd have to say it is one of Oasis' best tracks in a while. It's very catchy and i know that it will sound great when i go to see them on August 26th in Seattle. Also, why would a Radiohead fan even like Oasis, they are completely different, in all ways that i can think of, anyhow.
Tim [Visitor] //August 18 2008 at 19:37
great single, and I love Radiohead
just stop comapring those bands.
They're totally different, Oasis could have never made an OK Computer, but its also hard to imagine Radiohead doing Rock N Roll Star of this new song with the same delivery like Oasis
paz [Visitor] //August 18 2008 at 19:59
oasis are back, fuck all the haters you cant escape the genius' that is oasis.so many medeocre bands around.the new album will be great.
[Visitor] //August 18 2008 at 21:39
Oasis are still here arent they....... oh yeh they are.. my mistake. cramp can go dance to jingle f''in bells in that nice shirt of his. mad fer it.
Alex [Visitor] //August 18 2008 at 22:15
anti oasis fans love the arrival of a new oasis album,they would have nothing to get excited about other than the pay what you want scheme with a radiohead album.ive never known such pretensious ignorant up their own arse people than the anti oasis gang. grow up its only rock n roll.
Steven Smith [Visitor] //August 18 2008 at 23:02
Ok so what the #$%^ Who cares what the music media thinks. Who cares what the art Radiohead crowd thinks. I have music styles in my collection from every type of artist I love all styles, but have been an Oasis fan ever since I heard Live Forever and those who say they made one great album or the ones that say they made 2 good albums base everything on sales, and what the music press say. Why can't you just like a band anymore. Yeah they have attitude, and Yeah they mostly detest America. I live hear and I sometimes do as well, but they make straight on rock n' roll they don't apologize for it they don't make art rock, they don't make progressive pop rock, they are not emo, ska, or punk. They are full on British Rock n' Roll and if you don't like it the $*&^ you.....
Sona [Visitor] //August 19 2008 at 00:07
Whoa... just listened to the whole song on a blog and it's waaaaaayyyy better than I was expecting. I like Radiohead but this reminded me of why I love Rock & Roll more than anything. I'm tired to trying to like clever music... I now can't wait for the new Oasis record... haven't said that in several years...
ROFLMFAO [Visitor] //August 19 2008 at 02:23
We're in the effing digital era, people eed to stop rating bands on albums and rating them on single songs. No one carries a discman and is forced to listen to the full album straight, you just put the single tracks you like on your ipod and listen to them, independently of what album they're from.
The song itself is ok but not great, the love is a litany/magical mistery verse is absolutely terrible.
I'm not asking noel to do deep stuff, just not something I'd expect to hear in disney movie.
The Walrus [Visitor] //August 19 2008 at 02:45
Love the backward sample of "Champagne Supernova" at the end of the song...
Well done lads, this track will be havin' it LARGE live!
Brent [Visitor] //August 19 2008 at 02:57
I'm not even gonna talk about Radiohead, Coldplay or any other band coz this is a review of the lastest Oasis single. Sure, they're not as mighty as they used to be but honestly, who is? Even at their peak, Oasis were never about writing great lyrics, just great tunes that that the masses could drunkenly sing along with. And so, on that basis, I give the new Oasis single a resounding thumps up!
[Visitor] //August 19 2008 at 04:24
its actually a real shame oasis get judged on their first two albums which honestly is much better than their later stuff. But the music that Oasis have been making recently is better than anything else in circulation today which just proves those early albums really are. who can honestly say songs such as The Hindu Times, Lyla, Importance of being Idle, Songbird and Turn Up the Sun are not incredible tunes. and by the way the shock of the lighting is top as well
Rob [Visitor] //August 19 2008 at 04:26
This song's a bit of a grower. It's not up there with their best and it's not going to change the world. Nor is it meant to. It's just a fun, energetic rock 'n' roll song designed for people to go nuts to at the forthcoming gigs. Simple as that. The most interesting part is the sound of the recording. This is the most alive and vibrant the band have sounded in a long time. And that's when it's coming through a weak computer speaker. Compare it to the likes of Turn Up The Sun or Lyla and I think you'll agree.
Alex [Visitor] //August 19 2008 at 04:35
All I can say, is, best listened to LOUD.
Swede [Visitor] //August 19 2008 at 08:19
The Verse is really good, but sadly the Chorus is'nt. It should had bridge and a classic chorus then it would be classic Oasis....
Monkey [Visitor] //August 19 2008 at 09:52
Nathaniel Cramp asks when Oasis were last relevant. I would suggest that a band becomes irrelevant when they stop gaining media attention, stop selling records, stop selling out arena tours and stop dividing opinion like Oasis do. Like it or not Cramp, Oasis are relevant. This is the most anticipated album of the year and you know it. Now sod off to your speak and spell and get back to circuit bending along with Crystal Castles. They might be "forward thinking" but they sound bloody awful!!
dave [Visitor] //August 19 2008 at 10:57
nirvana, oasis............ there has still not been any bands since that are this important, will people remember bloc party in 5 years? look at the amount of people on here talking about oasis, weather they like them or not. and if you disagree with me...... at least theyre better than robbie williams
The Voice Of Joe [Visitor] //August 19 2008 at 11:08
Right...
Reasons that Nathaniel Cramps opinion is invalid
1, He's got a stupid 70's-Alternative name
2, He's got a stupid haircut
3, Have you seen his shirt??
4, Despite this supposedly being a song review, he barely mentions the song at all
5, He is clearly not, as the NME claimed, from a neutral point of view
6, Have you seen his beard??
7, He has got it into his head that because a band has mass appeal, transcends audiences and defines a whole generation, they are not relevant to him in his little 'indier-than-thou' bubble.
8, Who actually give a shit about Crystal Castles anyway?
9,...Or Radiohead, for that matter?
For the record, i actually think this single marks something of a departure for Oasis, its got an energy and a groove that you just wouldn't get from the current crop of beige indie dross circulating atm
But yeh, Never trust a man who looks scarily like a demented Llorence Llewellyn Bowen with face fungus
Rick [Visitor] //August 19 2008 at 12:44
Would we want Oasis to sound any different?? No chance. All this rubbish about how all the music sounds the same, etc, etc....thats the whole point aint it! That is why we like them so much! If we wanted to listen to something different then we would go and listen to The Courteeners, Twisted Wheel or Kings Of Leon (all quality bands whom I have got tickets for). Bands like U2 have stayed the same for 30 years.....would U2 fans want them to change?! Oasis are my all time band and I would not want to hear anything different than the typical Oasis tune. That is why we love them so much!
Micbush [Visitor] //August 19 2008 at 13:19
What's radiohead gotta do with all this? And i'm fed up with all this "Oasis have only made two good albums... end of" well that's in your opinion.. Music is a matter of opinion, and if you don't like Oasis then fine, I don't care.. Let us Oasis fans enjoy what we percieve to be good music.
Nick R, DMT Land [Visitor] //August 19 2008 at 14:52
Whoo!!! Love it...all the same old crap coming from the naysayers...'beatles were about evolution etc...'...FUCK OFF!! It was always about the tunes, man, and TSOTL is a fantastic tune...God its good to have them back on top: ROCK AND MOST DEFINITELY FUCKIN ROLL!! xxxxx
Gareth [Visitor] //August 19 2008 at 18:08
I am a HUGE Radiohead fan, and also a HUGE Oasis one.
It is possible to love both, so please stop the stupid infantile comparisons. Good British music is great at times, and this single is great example of that. A perfect follow to Don't Believe The Truth album.
Roll on the LP and the tickets tomorrow!! :)
Adam [Visitor] //August 19 2008 at 19:09
Absolutely love the new single. Was a bit worried at the start but now that iv heard a few times i keep coming back for more. People keep saying they havnt made anything as goo as morning glory or definetly maybe but when your albums are ranked number one and number two of all time how are you meant to?
ryan [Visitor] //August 19 2008 at 19:23
do u know what? im sick of peopkle slagging off oasis cos there too cool to make shitty indie songs and they aint in there 20s... so what? were people sayin this about the stones in the late 70s, no they werent... the thing people hate is because they have so many fans but wait a minute dont that obviously mean something? if you dont like them go and listin to fukin bloc party cos they dont give a fuck and nor do us fans... peace
leo [Visitor] //August 20 2008 at 06:00
oh my god... comparing radiohead with this is... so.. embarassing
radiohead make good music, but 1 of 20 are listenable... the rest is SHIT
while oasis make gems and gems every day
they are never tired of making good music..
[Visitor] //August 20 2008 at 07:16
It's no better or worse than their last 3 or 4 first singles. But I don't see why this is so offensive to some people. Music doesn't have to be ineresting. It CAN be, because music can be anything. But it doesn't have to be.
I would call myself an Oasis fan, and I own The Bends and OK Computer (ironically I see Radiohead as most see Oasis - only have two good albums). But I like music. I don't take sides. I actually think I prefer Radiohead's new single to The Shock of the Lightning. I know, amazing.
The people who are bagging Oasis fans on here have no idea. The people who are bagging Radiohead fans on here have no idea. Good on you though those, who like me, are able to realise that music is subjective. Each to their own. My own? 7/10. I'll buy it.
Just consider yourselves lucky that you have more music to choose from than we do in Australia.
[Visitor] //August 20 2008 at 07:56
Didn't it suck how Bob Dylan's last album Modern Times was just a folk/rock album? He should be changing. Again.
I think music would be much more interesting if EVERYONE including Bob Dylan sounded like Radiohead and Bloc Party. I mean folk rock? That was totally invented over 40 years ago. By someone. Get with the modern times Bob.
"Oh by the way I was being sarcastic."
Artem [Visitor] //August 20 2008 at 13:53
Brilliant 1st single, the one you can jump and dance to, hope that it brings Oasis a lot of new fans! Me and my wonderful girlfriend jumped to The Shock Of the Lightning the next morning after it was aired on the BBC. The next morning I turned it on, went to the kitchen and had to rush back to my stereo because she turned the volume to 10 and I was scared of waking up the neighbors! Mad Fer It!
The voice of reason (formerly the truth) [Visitor] //August 20 2008 at 14:57
Has anyone noticed that Shock Of The Lightning is yet another blatant and tiresome Soundtrack Of Our Lives rip-off (see also Lyla and Heathen Times)? If you haven't heard of them I suggest you listen to Infra Riot on Youtube or summat similar!
visitor [Visitor] //August 20 2008 at 22:42
what a load of bollocks. they may not have skinny ties and shit haircuts, student union cards, sythns, subcriptions to the latest fad, (whatever the fuck it is now) its been round in circles for the past 10 years. Oasis are, and always will be the greatest British Rock n roll band on the planet. Every album, every tour, every single is an event. No band since the beatles has had such sustained financial, moral and musical impact on the scene and the British public.
The shock of the lightning is awesome.
Oasis [Visitor] //August 20 2008 at 22:58
Of course they havnt done an album better than Defo Maybe or Morn Glory - but then no-one else either. Gret new song and debut singles off their new albums are never the best song so am really looking forward to the album
RollingPeople [Visitor] //August 20 2008 at 23:12
The whole discussion here is pointless. Comparing two so different bands like Oasis and Radiohead is like comparing Pink Floyd to Led Zeppelin. How can you look for the album made 14 years ago as a blueprint for what you doing now?Music is changing so is the fashion. Oasis were on the top of the world once (maybe even twice) but they managed to stay cool all this time.
Their music says: Roll a joint, open a can of stella and stop thinking about your rubbish life in Shiteshire, and I'm buying this. If you wank listning to another Radiohead or Coldplay album it's up to you. I am looking for the bright side of life once I am listening to Oasis, simple as that.
As Liam said: you either buy or you don't buy, I don't give a fuck.
Brad [Visitor] //August 21 2008 at 09:53
It's a decent track, much better than the majority of so called British rock songs that are out there right now and this is coming from a HUGE Blur/Albarn fan.
Deano [Visitor] //August 21 2008 at 18:36
For me.....I think its a great track with gud rythem...differnt lyrics...noel said he wasnt going to write about sumting that he was doing in the past because he said it would be dishonest..and he kept his word....
I think the rest of the album will decide its success..theres no point in havina bangin tune nd waste the rest..like lyla and dont beleive the truth.....
Still oasis are the best band ive ever heard..and even today Id rather listen to oasis than any other band in the world...you cant deny the consistancy in their song....and when people say that they havent changed....y would u want them to chamge..their the best band that ever lived for me,....and Im dying to listen to their album...
[Visitor] //August 21 2008 at 20:00
Look at the state of music these days (it's terrible!) ... Radiohead, Coldplay, etc... Okay they were/are decent but not in the same class as Oasis, not even close. The people that rag on Oasis are the types still looking for girlfriends (hence the infatuation with Coldplay, etc...) or too pissed at the world coz they're still living with mom and dad and need to listen to something INDIE to get by!
The Shock of the Lightning is class and ask yourself "what's my favourite band done that's better?" Probably not much and you know it!
Luke [Visitor] //August 22 2008 at 01:26
There is something about any Oasis song that I find simply addictive and compelling. The Shock of the Lightning is certainly not progressive, or lyrically ingenius, but Hamish McBain is right on the money in saying it's not all about that. Noel has a way of churning out great Rock music, and this is no exception. Looking forward to the album.
Jay [Visitor] //August 22 2008 at 17:32
This band fucking sucks. Oasis should go get AIDS.
magpie [Visitor] //August 25 2008 at 14:45
here`s an "unprofessionel" review on-
The Shock of the lightning-
the drum intro got me excited.
the guitars and the sneer of the voice hit me. intense sound.
oasis sound. uplifting. nice lyrics on the impact of loving a person.
love is time mashine- yeah it is.
must get used to the rhyme scheme of the chorus.
The drum solo is new for an oasis song. but leads to another climax.
nice idea at the end- it´s the end of champagne supernova reversed.
The song makes me feel good. wanna go out n listen to sound of my favorite tune. and all in good time. it makes you feel the swagger again.
they got it again- and it is what it is- a single.
A song that makes the guy in his flat sing along-And all in good time.
And this is the special ability of N. Gallagher- make you feel alive. AND makes you sing along like noone else can!
I think the perspective on oasis is very hard and unfair. you couldn´t get any bigger than Knebworth. something that any other band in the world haven´t and won´t acchieve.
they gave a whole generation and even me dads generation back the faith in rock music. and he´s seen all of them 60s great bands.
progress? wasn´t don´t believe the truth something very different to all albums before?
it was.
oasis will play the biggest radio concert in germany ever. on 29th of september. another record.
the gallaghers might be arrogant fuck ups but they are characters. every interview is fun.
be thankful not hateful that these guys are stil around. all this plastic sounding rock bands today that claim to be the new oasis...go home.
I´ll listen to the song again. finish "work" an go home enjoying the sunshiiiine!
sean mac [Visitor] //August 28 2008 at 12:19
Oasis ARE the best band in the world! they rock the sock every time. People who hate them dont like them cos they are skinny jeans wearing, fag haired students who need to pull the dick out there arses and there ears and listen up...Oasis are the best! now shut the fuck up! bunch of tits what you are.
Matt [Visitor] //August 31 2008 at 14:02
like it for what it is. why is it either 'radiohead are crap', or 'oasis are crap'? i listen to both but i dont expect the same thing. good songs are good songs, and this is oasis' best in a while!
Danield [Visitor] //September 2 2008 at 04:54
First of all I want to start off by saying that I have impeccable taste when it comes to music. I listen to bands that don't even exist yet, I write songs like 'Wonderwall' in my sleep but choose not to release them. I am music. So, many of you 'blog band' lovers out there will be shocked (punny) to discover that I enjoy this song immensley. It is entirely unpretensious and fun. Yes, music can be fun from time to time. It hits you like a tonne of bricks and even manages to maintain its power on subsequent listens. Oasis are Oasis, they sound like 1000 other bands before them, just like most other bands draw on the expansive catalogue of 2 million years of song-writers, You've got to know when to pull your headphones out of your ass, turn the speakers up and delve into the magical mystery. Relevant? who gives a toss.
stumiller [Visitor] //September 2 2008 at 12:37
all i will say to people who want to talk shit about this tune n say oasis arent relevant, tell me one song that has been released since 2000 that is better and has caused as much debate as the shock of the lightning
Robert [Visitor] //September 3 2008 at 10:31
"Cher´s Vocoder", Mr. Cramp? The amusing scornful-jokes handbook is really draining, isn´t it? May I recommend you to buy a new one? And the Rolls Royce sagacious commentary again? Oh!
phillip western [Visitor] //September 6 2008 at 11:48
Love the song, but laughed hard at the Chemical Brothers reference in the review. The guy is right....Chemical Brothers is about as fresh as a fart from the queen.
Alex [Visitor] //September 6 2008 at 12:44
against.
[Visitor] //September 11 2008 at 19:04
Use your ears.
Average from top to bottom.
[Visitor] //September 12 2008 at 00:05
Good rocking song.
Amazing though how many people post hate reviews, thereby involuntarily paying tribute. Only really famous bands attract this much attention, you know...
Dale [Visitor] //September 12 2008 at 00:06
Good rocking song.
Amazing though how many people post hate reviews, thereby involuntarily paying tribute. Only really famous bands attract this much attention, you know...
Adam Knight [Visitor] //September 19 2008 at 22:06
Their best since Some Might Say! Welcome back boys, driving energy, as catchy as a fishhook and lyrically one of their strongest singles, and Liam is sounding wired vocally again!
Jim [Visitor] //September 23 2008 at 23:56
It's what you expect from Oasis balls out rock 'n' roll. The song makes alot more sense with the video. If you want to go and ponder all night on a songs hidden meaning go and listen to arcade fire. Oasis do what they do and they do it very well, no band on the planet does it better, and if you can think of one I'd be happy to know which one. The song is in your face at 150 mph and that is all I ask for...
Jim [Visitor] //September 23 2008 at 23:57
It's what you expect from Oasis balls out rock 'n' roll. The song makes alot more sense with the video. If you want to go and ponder all night on a songs hidden meaning go and listen to arcade fire. Oasis do what they do and they do it very well, no band on the planet does it better, and if you can think of one I'd be happy to know which one. The song is in your face at 150 mph and that is all I ask for...
Spaceman! [Visitor] //September 25 2008 at 17:26
This is great, as is the album. The critics will spout the usual stuff about it being the same old sound as Oasis always do, but the thing is, its not. The album is completely different to anything theyve ever done before and TSOTL is far more exciting than many of the bands the NME writes about and says are great.
Oasis fan Johnny [Visitor] //September 27 2008 at 22:27
Have the people cracking on Liam's lyrics ever thought about how horrible the lyrics are in many Beatles songs? The lyrics sound COOL when Liam sings them. It's FUN to SING along with the songs. Who gives a FUCK what they MEAN? Rock-n-Roll is still slang for FUCKING in the backseat of a car! ROCK-n-FUCKING-ROLL, man! Come on! LOL
sampy [Visitor] //September 30 2008 at 16:30
oasis are the best, if they weren't relevant they wouldn't be so successful and me and my mates wouldn't love everything they do
Richard McConnell [Visitor] //October 2 2008 at 12:22
What is Hamish McBain banging on about?! Seriously, If Rock and Roll is instinctive then why did it take Oasis two years to write their new album? What a clown! The Song is, lets face it, a bit disappointing. But, so have the last few first releases by Oasis; Hindu Times, Lyla and SOTL are all just formulaic singles which remind you Oasis can still do it. SOTL has got a good groove, but, thats about it. There is no catchy riff, memorable lyrics, or a hummable chorus. So, what are you left with? A Groove?
The single is not a particularily good advert for the album, but, neither was Lyla. There will be some top stuff on the new album, it's just a shame we have to put up with a middle of the road single before we can get our hands on it.
Stu [Visitor] //October 4 2008 at 14:01
Listened too the new album a good few times now and I like it. Quite different for Oasis. This single is amazing, just like most of Oasis' first singles. But this time the album actually delivers. How anyone can actually compare Radiohead and Oasis is beyond me, I love them both, like a good few people on here. If Oasis aren't important to you why bother coming on here and rambling on about how bad they are?
ollie [Visitor] //October 6 2008 at 23:49
Didnt like it that much at first, but after a few listens its a fuckin quality tune, cant wait till wembley, don't know why people comparing oasis and radiohead, liam slags loads of people off, hes liam gallagher, he can say what the fuck he likes, thats hes opinion, radiohead are alrite, oasis are the bollocks.
gman [Visitor] //October 9 2008 at 00:38
Dont let the "suede"brigade drag it down.Oasis are still the most important british band of the last 15 yrs. Coldplay and Radio head were and still are second fiddle morgage rocker student hugging bores.I like pyramid song though.
gman [Visitor] //October 9 2008 at 00:39
Dont let the "suede"brigade drag it down.Oasis are still the most important british band of the last 15 yrs. Coldplay and Radio head were and still are second fiddle morgage rocker student hugging bores.I like pyramid song though.
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