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Oasis's What's the Story? Morning Glory: A Timeless Classic That Changed British Rock

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In the annals of British rock music, few albums have had the impact or achieved the enduring legacy of Oasis's second album, What's the Story? Morning Glory. Released in October 1995, the album propelled Oasis to international stardom and became one of the best-selling albums of all time. With its infectious melodies, anthemic choruses, and timeless lyrics, What's the Story? Morning Glory remains a beloved classic that continues to inspire and influence musicians and fans alike.

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The Band and the Album

Oasis formed in Manchester, England, in 1991. The band's lineup consisted of brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher on vocals and guitar, respectively, Paul "Bonehead" Arthurs and Paul "Guigsy" McGuigan on guitar and bass, and Tony McCarroll on drums. By the time they began recording What's the Story? Morning Glory in 1994, Oasis had already released one album, Definitely Maybe, which had been a critical and commercial success in the UK.

What's the Story? Morning Glory was produced by Owen Morris, who had also worked on Definitely Maybe. The album was recorded in various studios in London and Oxfordshire, and the band experimented with a wider range of sounds and styles than they had on their debut. The result was an album that was at once more ambitious and accessible than Definitely Maybe, with a broader appeal that would ultimately make it one of the best-selling albums of the 1990s.

The Songs

What's the Story? Morning Glory is home to some of Oasis's most iconic and enduring songs. The album's lead single, "Some Might Say," is a rousing anthem with a soaring melody and a defiant lyric that perfectly captures the band's youthful exuberance. "Wonderwall," the album's second single, is a beautiful and bittersweet ballad that has become one of the most beloved songs in the Oasis catalog.

Other highlights of the album include "Don't Look Back in Anger," a hopeful and uplifting track that became a signature song for the band; "Champagne Supernova," a sprawling and psychedelic epic that showcases Noel Gallagher's songwriting prowess; and "Morning Glory," a dreamy and introspective song that serves as the album's closing track.

The Legacy

What's the Story? Morning Glory was a critical and commercial smash upon its release. The album debuted at number one on the UK charts and went on to sell over 22 million copies worldwide. It was nominated for six Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year, and won two Brit Awards, for Best British Album and Best British Group.

The album's success helped to establish Oasis as one of the most popular and influential bands in the world. The band's music has been praised for its catchy melodies, anthemic choruses, and timeless lyrics. Oasis has been cited as an inspiration by countless musicians, including Coldplay, Arctic Monkeys, and The Killers.

What's the Story? Morning Glory is a timeless classic that stands as one of the greatest British rock albums of all time. The album's infectious melodies, anthemic choruses, and timeless lyrics have made it a beloved classic that continues to inspire and influence musicians and fans alike. Oasis's second album is a true masterpiece that deserves its place in the pantheon of rock music history.

Oasis: What's The Story

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