Noel Gallagher: 'We're In The Same League As The Rolling Stones'

Oasis leader Noel Gallagher has said his band are in the same league as The Rolling Stones now.

The guitarist made the admission during the band's current US tour.

"Everybody knows who we are. You have to see us in league with The Rolling Stones now," he declared. "Everybody's heard of the Stones, everybody knows what they sound like, everybody knows what they do. You either go because you like it or you don't. It's easy."

Gallagher also praised Ryan Adams, who is currently support Oasis in the US.

He told Rolling Stone: "I've got a lot of respect for the man. He's a great guitar player.

"He's a little eccentric. He wears stripy socks and platform shoes, but not everybody's perfect. I wouldn't be on tour with him if I didn't like him."

Thanks for the report to Nme.com.

Comments

[GuilT]

I was filled with primal rage when I heard this blasphemous bs, I wanted to knock his teeth to the back of his throat. This is the kind of guy who sucks himself off cuz no one is good enough for him. Did this numbnut seriously compare his beatle clone band to THE STONES?!!!

[Wesseem]

GuilT wrote:

I was filled with primal rage when I heard this blasphemous bs, I wanted to knock his teeth to the back of his throat. This is the kind of guy who sucks himself off cuz no one is good enough for him. Did this numbnut seriously compare his beatle clone band to THE STONES?!!!

in what way do these guys sound anything like the beatles. the beatles suck so bad. anyways yea...this guy is really f0cking arrogant.

[BonezShaker]

Ryan Adams rock !

[Fly-swatter]

arrogant twat!

tehy are not that good if you ask me...all he does is play chords and liam has that annoying machester, whiney accent...and once more all of their songs sound exactly the same and have done for years!

britpop is dead and i spit on it's grave!

[SlashFan810]

pfff good band but please.

[MXFNCK]

hahaha he wishes

[Zyrnis]

Man, I hate this guy.. But i Couldn't say that about his music ^^

[thoriswar]

omg and this tosser wonders why some dude pushed him off stage it must have ****ed his brain up to make him think his music is as good as the stones this is an outrage but i do have to say the stones died after the 70's anything after that sucked ass kill all of oasis that's what i say!! the day the revolution comes they will be the first one against the wall

[sebbsmith]

He sure knows how to crack a joke.

[STPilots17]

He's not stating that they are better or their songs are better than the Stones. All they are saying is they are recognized just as much as the Stones anymore, which obviously they are because everybody has an opinion about them.

[Spankyx2]

Whatever, Noel's a jackass, But lets also face it, if he is willing to compare his band to the most over rated, over paid, completely useless band ever to walk his earth, the rolling stones.

[KB22]

tour for about 500 more years, then maybe.

[Ixthyx]

Bah, the Gallaghers are just attention sluts who will say anything for a headline. You think it doesn't occur to him that comparing his band to the Stones will piss people off? Especially after the infamous Beatles comment.

And in no way is this band a Beatles clone. An inbred redneck step cousin, maybe, but the word clone connotes equality. Twats they might be, but the Gallaghers are no Lennon/McCartney. Hell, I'll take Ringo's Don't Pass Me By over Champaign Supernova any god damned day of the week.

[Tire Me.]

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[mlukeroberts222]

Really? Oasis=The Stones? Total bullsh*t...that's why I've always felt they were a joke. What a stupid ****.

[stubsywubsy]

I agree with him Oasis have been consistent in writing great and popular music in recent years when most other bands have just faded out, i think this gives them a right to say that there in the same league as the stones.

[Black Star]

Ixthyx wrote:

Bah, the Gallaghers are just attention sluts who will say anything for a headline. You think it doesn't occur to him that comparing his band to the Stones will piss people off? Especially after the infamous Beatles comment.

And in no way is this band a Beatles clone. An inbred redneck step cousin, maybe, but the word clone connotes equality. Twats they might be, but the Gallaghers are no Lennon/McCartney. Hell, I'll take Ringo's Don't Pass Me By over Champaign Supernova any god damned day of the week.

Noel is the main culprit. Sure, Liam has had his controversies, but nothing that most other rock stars haven't done. If you call Liam an "attention slut", you must also lump 90% of rock stars in there.

[Black Star]

Also, I'll go as far as saying Oasis > The Stones. Honestly, what good music have the Stones produced in the last 20 years? The Stones were good in their prime, but not as good as everybody makes them out to be.

[David_Bowie=GOD]

hes an arrogant prick

not everybody has heard of oasis believe it or not

pretty sure everyone has heard of the stones though so he is not on the same league as them, probably never will either.

also Radiohead>>>>>Oasis

[Sleazeball]

Shame Oasis went downhill after their first album. You can't even compare Liam to Mick Jagger - Mick had charisma, a better voice and he actually has a personality. Plus he doesn't stand there droning under a mic, Mick's all over the stage even after 60!

And it's not like Noel's a virtuoso either, or even a particularly influentual guitarist, and stands nothing compared to Keith Richards.

[de-fexxx666]

Keep dreaming Gally. Maybe in 20 more years if anyone still gives a shit about you, then you can say that.

[MasterMaster!!]

he makes me laugh

[HEXAGRAM66]

blasphemous!! More like the same leauge as the stone roses!!

[metal_man12]

I dont know what oasis sounds like and im a music shark...

[ajmoore21]

I love noel so much =]

[aebers79]

he's hilarious

[mercurymay]

hahaha this made me LOL. i'd rather sing "Karma Chameleon" by the effing Culture Club than the bullshit overplayed "Wonderwall"

[Entropy]

Who's this guy? I've never heard of him.

[basscrue]

I tried to read the interview with in in Guitar World, but I don't like people who think their shit does not stink. To say your in the same league as the Stones, when it's not even the same sport. And I agree with Weesseem the Fab Four are lame. Paul, John, George, and Ringo I feel were all better as solo artist. I just don't get the Beatles.

[Sonny_sam]

That's another one to add to my list of reasons to hate Noel Gallagher. To be honest I'm glad that guy pushed him over earlier this year, I just wish he'd fallen onto a knife.

[Shabalaba]

I think they are extremely talented song writers, ego yeah but i think he just meant they are in the same league as the Stones in the way that Oasis is one of the biggest groups ever, which they are. Totally different bands and ofc the stones are bigger but Oasis got big for a reason

[jplay5]

honestly, i know two songs by oasis

[Tyler Durden]

Radiohead > Oasis

the end

[kill it]

oh yeah, and i'm in the same league as jimi hendrix.

[SabbathStoner]

These beatles wannabes are nowhere near the Stones....

[MurrayAberdeen]

**** oasis. **** noel gallagher. if he thinks oasis are even half as good as rolling stones then he can go die in a hole. rolling stones are rock legends and oasis are indie shit.
enough said.

[Zangetsu 101]

Oasis? Ain't that the lousy wannabee Britpop turned wannabe Beatles band that everyone got fed up of 10 years ago?

I don't even like the Stones, heck I can't stand them but I still tolerate them. This... this is is just ridiculous.

[Ponyexpress]

no one in todays music industry is on the stones level because is'nt as popular as the stones were i did'nt even know who Norl was until i read this i knew oasis but i didnt know the guys name was Noel anyways most classic rock bands like the Rolling stones, hendrix, the beatles, and Led Zeppelin were more popular then i think any band will ever be again.

[doctorj]

HEXAGRAM66 wrote:

blasphemous!! More like the same leauge as the stone roses!!

Wouldn't even go that far. The Stone Roses are way better. Oasis owe so much to them anyway.

When he mentions "the same league as The Rolling Stones" he seems to be referring to the amount of recognition that the band get. Like it or not, they are incredibly well known and in that respect his comment is fairly valid.

If, however, he compares the quality of Oasis' output to that of the Stones then he is completely wrong. I don't really like anything the Stones have made since the mid-seventies, but I like them more than I like Oasis' records.

And please...stop calling them Beatles clones. They'll never get anywhere near that level of greatness.

[korinaflyingv]

That's fair enough, I never liked the Rolling Stones either.

[nds711d]

Why some of you keep saying the beatles suck? the quite obviously do not. anyways, oasis is no where near the rolling stones, hell soundgarden is better then oasis. at least they did their own thing unlike the beatle wannabe oasis. and thats complete bs about how everyone knows them because i didnt till a few years ago and i know a whole lot of people who still probably have no idea about this crappy clone band.

[gallagher2006]

/facepalm. Guys, Noel Gallagher is no better than a simple net troll. He uses the media to spark conroversy and it gives his band a little bit of gained limelight, but the fact remains. They had 2 good albums and have tried to recreate them every 2 years for the past 15

[Tulkas]

He's also said that they were better than the Beatles.

Even if you were you can't SAY that!

He simply has too high of an opinion of how good they sound. Oasis is a good band, but they're obviously not even in the same sport as the Stones..... call me in 30 years boys.

[Disciple666]

Noel is a **** and Oasis are one of the most overrated bands ever.

[Philip_pepper]

HAHAHAHAHA!

Someone should push him off a stage!

Oh wait...

[CaptAwesome15]

I love Oasis, but Noel needs to learn to keep his ****ing mouth shut.

[JesterShred]

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!! THIS IS THE SAME GUY WHO SAID HE WAS AS GOOD AS THE BEATLES!!! what a **** up man, yes, oasis is a pretty well known band, but let me put it this way, if the stones said today that they were going to play a show tomorrow, it would be sold out by then, oasis can't sell out a show now to save their lives... literally. besides, i'm at work at the moment, (i work in a hospital) and i just asked around... 5 out of ten people had heard of Oasis, but hey, 10/10 said they knew exactly who the stones were, and could even sing a song... ALL 10! different ages, different sexes, so this guys full of shit.

[Noah1982]

If I were Ryan Adams I would be pranking this tool the whole tour!

[jmilli2]

All you guys having a go at him need to actually learn how to read. He never said they were as good as the Rolling Stones. He was saying that everybody knows who Oasis are and what they sound like - just like everybody knows who the Rolling Stones are and what they sound like.

[red star]

jesus christ, oasis is no where near the same level of fame as the rolling stones. the rolling stones is known by young and old people alike and rolling stones apparel is sold everywhere including places that have nothing to do with music like wal-mart. even people who never listen to rock music or pay attention to rock media at all know who the rolling stones are. the same can't be said for oasis, whose two songs wonderwall and champagne supernova are probably more well known then the band itself. they're a limewire band, half the people who buy or download their music are probably just going for those two songs. people trying to defend noel's comment are fighting an uphill battle here, i can't see how anyone can defend this douche.

[JesterShred]

like i said, you can tell me all you want that it's not about his music, but i'm still asking, and the stones are still winning... proof... a hospital is one of the most diverse places anywhere, and i'm even asking patients...

[JesterShred]

Oh yeah, and when was the last time you saw some dude wearing an oasis shirt... i guarantee you i can stand up now, and it will only take me 15 minutes to find someone in this hospital with a rolling stones shirt on, and there probably isn't a shirt with the word OASIS on it within a mile...

[PedophilePriest]

Proud to say I never bought any of their Beatles rip-off records. They have been, are, and always will be *******s.

[pyritmann]

i think ive only ever heard wonderwall by oasis, this guy isnt very cool thou for sure.. ive seen more interviews of oasis then ive heard songs.

[Valensi2202]

the verve > oasis

[kryzay311]

no. you aren't.

[chuckflan333]

I wish we could hear the tone in his voice when he said this..the media makes everything much worse than it's intended.

Take John Lennon's "Jesus" comment for example. He meant nothing by it, yet the media made a huge ****ing deal about it.

[alex73191]

off course radiohead is better...

oh wait, wrong thread

[Patrick L]

I officially nominate him for biggest douche bag in the universe.

[WhereArtEsteban]

Hhahahah You can always count on the boys from Oasis to be completely arrogant douche bags while making...decent music.

[VoodooChild15]

A.) If anyone still thinks Noel does this stuff for any reason other than to push people's buttons, you're a fool.

B.) The Stones haven't done anything worthwhile in like twenty five years.

[metal@hart11]

Rolling Stones = Largest income grossing band in history
Oasis = Wannabes

Let the fans decide you douche.

[kaptink]

He didn't say his band where as good as the stones he said that people know what to expect from both band, a more than fair point.

the haters here are just being arrogant and presumptuous themselves. jumping to a conclusion before reading what he said making them on the same level of dick-ness as Gallagher at his worst.

[Whit_f-ing_ROX]

terrible band. terrible guy

[s-o-u-l-f-l-y]

My Friend's Uncle is Keith Richards! And yes he is stinking rich!

[Ricky4635]

Oasis is a good band but, they are so full of themselves. They are Beatle Clones. He has also said before, "The beatles were bigger than Jesus and we are bigger than the beatles." Or something like that. They are good but, not nearly that good.

[Metallicam]

Personally, I like Oasis better than the Stones, but they still have a way to go as far as being in the same league goes. They will get there though. I like how they threw in the part about him liking Ryan Adams.

Trying to make him seem like less of a douche...

Fail

[WALKE5]

I used to listen to quite a bit of Oasis (well, Definitely Maybe anyway), but now my music tastes have moved on, but sometimes I think to myself, 'give them another chance, they're not that bad'.....

But then they go and say something stupid like this and I am reminded how much of a bunch of big head, arrogant tossers they can be!!! They just know how to **** it all up. If they didnt say stupid quotes like this and concentrate on the music, they would most probably have a lot more respect and maybe sell more albums. And this is from Noel and he supposed to be the clever one!!! Ah well, looks like Definietly Maybe gonna gather more dust.

[crasherdgrate]

This man is just acting plain stupid!

[1sheldon]

def not, i have maybe one or two friends that listen to them, only song i know by them is Wonderwall and thats a cover, plus i've never even heard the full song

[mpeskett]

It's funny to see so many people slagging him off and saying their music is "shit" when in fact, calling any music "shit" is completely immature and just shows a lack of appreciation for music in general.

Whether you like Oasis or not, the fact remains that they can still sell out Wembley Stadium seriously quickly. Although they may not be as popular today, they were definitely the best thing to happen to popular music in the 90s. But today all you've got is this commercial rubbish churned out on the radio.

I think what Noel is getting at is Oasis are as widely known as the Stones now. How the notion that he is comparing their music can be extracted from that statement I don't know.

Before you go calling him an arrogant twat and calling his music "shite", think about why he is a multi millionaire. I think it's because his records have sold millions of units across the world perhaps? So if you make that immature statement that his music is "shite", there are millions of people in the world who would in fact disagree with that.

How many albums have you sold?

[santa_man99]

Wesseem wrote:

GuilT wrote:

I was filled with primal rage when I heard this blasphemous bs, I wanted to knock his teeth to the back of his throat. This is the kind of guy who sucks himself off cuz no one is good enough for him. Did this numbnut seriously compare his beatle clone band to THE STONES?!!!

in what way do these guys sound anything like the beatles. the beatles suck so bad. anyways yea...this guy is really f0cking arrogant.

Hahahaha thank you SO much why is it that I'm the only person who hates the Beatles?!

[radioplay]

ahh Noel makes me laugh...

...wait,he's serious?

Prick.

Coming from a massive fan of British music,I cant stand Oasis.Their music's alright,but its the people playing it that turn me away.

[XxStrifeXx]

All of you are idiots. The guy is clearly cracking jokes to make all of you despise him. And hes not even saying that Oasis is better then the stones either, hes just stating that they are pretty much as popular as they are right now which is true. Fuck the stones, they habve to be the most over-rated bands of all time. I respect them, but i think most of their music sounds like shite.

Oasis aren't the beatles, but they're definatley better then most bands that have come out since the 90's.

[Flariduh]

Skirvy wrote:

Everyone posting here is an absolute idiot.

He is in now way comparing his own music to the stones

I lol'd

[Jazzmandtk]

This guy cracks me up

[gregorisgod]

What a hero.

He does this to wind people up, and people take the bait. Legend.

[Anjohl]

Hilarious. How many hits did Oasis have again? Two. Wonderwall and Champagne supernova, off the same album. Ignorant idiot.

[down n dirty]

basscrue wrote:

I tried to read the interview with in in Guitar World, but I don't like people who think their shit does not stink. To say your in the same league as the Stones, when it's not even the same sport. And I agree with Weesseem the Fab Four are lame. Paul, John, George, and Ringo I feel were all better as solo artist. I just don't get the Beatles.

dude same here the article pissed me off SO MUCH i only got half way thru without throughin the magazine at the wall now i hate fall out boy but i could actualy get thru that interview without being to angry dude wat a total prick

all this guy ever does is make arogant remarks i have never ever heard an oasis song in my life and i only no about them becuase i saw them on a rock documentary about brit pop when i couldnt find the remote comparing them to any one would be like comparing one of there wannabe followers to alice in chains or metalica U CAN NEVER BE AS GOOD AS THE ORIGINAL!

[Tranzam]

One Word Joker

[MTVget0FFtheAIR]

Oasis is nothing like the Stones. They had their fifteen minutes of fame, they need to shut the fuck up now. The nineties are over. The Stones stood the test of time, Oasis failed miserably. How can this guy be so fucking arrogant?

[strat0blaster]

Noel Gallagher said:
We're In The Same League As The Rolling Stones.

You're in the same league as the sound my nuts make when they rub together while I'm running mid summer.

I don't even LIKE the Rolling Stones, but that statement is pure sh*t.

[pawnshopguitars]

Presumably he's able to say this from his vantage point under a champagne supernova in the sky...

If Oasis really were in the same league as the Stones, they would have grown musically by now instead of just re-hashing the same album over and over.

[mpeskett]

AsylumJailBreak wrote:
and **** anyone else who wants to argue with me and tell me that i'm wrong.

Probably because you're not capable of proving your point at all?

[Soozy]

gregorisgod wrote:

What a hero.

He does this to wind people up, and people take the bait. Legend.

I know man! What a frontman. Love him, or hate him, you can't ignore him. I honestly do agree with him though, probably just because I don't like the Stones

And, it's good to hear that he likes Ryan Adams.

[death_rider]

All i can say is, most of the UG members commenting on this article are dense. You all are interpreting what Noel says as "they are as good as the rolling stones" He said nothing like that, he was saying they are as famous as the rolling stones, thats all. And you can say they suck all you want, it doesnt mean your right.

[death_rider]

Oh and to all of you commenting on his big headed ness, im sure you guys/girls(?) would be pretty arrogant too if you were as huge as them.

[Dymencion]

Didn't he also say if he was around in the 60s and wrote Wonderwall he would have been bigger than the Beatles?
I guess hes so used to people kissing his ass that he is not living in the same world as the rest of us.

[metal@hart11]

death_rider :
Oh and to all of you commenting on his big headed ness, im sure you guys/girls(?) would be pretty arrogant too if you were as huge as them.

actually id probly be thankful and keep my mouth shut. Not brag about self proclamied greatness.

[G0dzilla]

*facepalm*

[Callumcafc]

JesterShred wrote:

Oh yeah, and when was the last time you saw some dude wearing an oasis shirt... i guarantee you i can stand up now, and it will only take me 15 minutes to find someone in this hospital with a rolling stones shirt on, and there probably isn't a shirt with the word OASIS on it within a mile...

That's because the Rolling Stones are legends that were in their prime way back when, hence the t-shirts.

Noel Gallagher would be wrong to say he is a rock legend, just yet. But, what he has said shouldn't have sparked any of you peoples reactions if you had actually read more than the headline.

[metal@hart11]

You're in the same league as the sound my nuts make when they rub together while I'm running mid summer.

HAHAHAHAHA! OWNED! I really wish the band could read this post. maybe bring them down a notch or 12

[ChucklesMginty]

Oasis are like a punk band they only know three chords, can't sing and wanted to start a band. But they have absolutely no aggression which is what made punk great. I can't believe people would willingly listen to this stuff.

[Wakisazhi]

Tyler Durden wrote:

Radiohead > Oasis

the end

Two entirely different monsters my friend. You might as well compare Radiohead to The Stone Roses or The Smiths but it still wouldn't be a comparison with enough common ground.

[Wakisazhi]

death_rider wrote:

Oh and to all of you commenting on his big headed ness, im sure you guys/girls(?) would be pretty arrogant too if you were as huge as them.

Exactly, all Noel is doing is exercising his earned right to be an arrogant rock star. He pretty much made Oasis what it was from the start so I'm pretty sure if any of you were in that position you'd be haughty and want to brag too. Honestly I would bet my life savings that most of you twats don't even know a thing about Oasis anyways and are most likely teenage guitar poser wannabes who think The Stones are the bees knees just because they're a big name and are classic rock. I mean c'mon, Keith better than Noel? The man doesn't even play with 6 strings on his guitar let alone knew how to play properly when he joined The Stones.

[Metallicam]

Ahh, I see another UG bandwagon, hating the Beatles. Very nice guys, really original...
And why the comparisons to Radiohead? Who mentioned them? Probably the same guy who goes to Megadeth forums for the sole purpose of mentioning Metallica.
One more thing, I don't think you should not like a band because they are pricks. Is it just me or shouldn't the music come first?

[micky_dev]

"Everybody knows who we are"
Yeh..... a bunch o' pricks.

[theamnesiac]

mpeskett wrote:
Although they may not be as popular today, they were definitely the best thing to happen to popular music in the 90s.

What the hell are you smoking man? I see a lot of ludicrous comments posted on this site, but this one is absolutely ridiculous. The best thing to happen to music in the 90s? I think Nirvana, Radiohead, Tool, Rage Against the Machine, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Pearl Jam, and about a million other bands infinitely more influential and talented that Oasis would like to have a word with you...

[matx33]

No, Noel. No you are not.

But we must remember what the Gallagher boys are like in the public eye...so this statement does not surprise me.

[popeslayer]

never actually listened to oasis, haha. so i guess that guys wrong, some people still dont care to listen to his band.

[MoshPitRock]

hmm..arrogant much?

[JesterShred]

yeah, but if he was in the 60's, he couldn't have wrote wonderwall... because he wouldn't have had the influences to do it... duh. I like the stones, and i like some oasis, but i'm not talking about who's music is better either... he's wrong. dead wrong, kids, adults, even dogs know who the rolling stones are, they have atleast one song on every album make it to the top of the charts... oasis has like 8 albums, with only 2 songs... that alone proves him wrong. have you ever seen oasis do a super bowl?

[JesterShred]

theamnesiac wrote:

mpeskett wrote:
Although they may not be as popular today, they were definitely the best thing to happen to popular music in the 90s.

What the hell are you smoking man? I see a lot of ludicrous comments posted on this site, but this one is absolutely ridiculous. The best thing to happen to music in the 90s? I think Nirvana, Radiohead, Tool, Rage Against the Machine, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Pearl Jam, and about a million other bands infinitely more influential and talented that Oasis would like to have a word with you...

HAHAHA!! you're so right dude... so right...

[dognoisefile]

Now I know why he got ambushed on stage...

[Crillz]

Hey what he said is fair - he didn't say he was as talented as the stones, he didn't say he was better than the stones. All he said was that just like everyone has heard of the stones, everyone has heard of Oasis.

[dcdossett65]

Anybody else read his guitar world interview..I want to punch him after that crap.

[David_Bowie=GOD]

im not that good at guitar, but if oasis is in the same league as the rolling stones, im in the same league as Steve Vai.

I don't really give a damn if their music is the best thing ever made(which it is far from), that doesnt give him an excuse to be an arrogant ass.

They made a few good songs, but I wouldn't even put them on a list of great bands from the 90s.

[RockOnZeppelin]

you know, i think im gonna look right past the egocentric bastard that is Noel and just revert back to their first two albums, which were quite good actually. That Wonderwall is overplayed sucks, but hey they have some great songs that were simple album cuts. Those records earned their credit, unfortunately, Noel went on a rampage to drga all of that right through the mud.

[sidvicious_91]

He's not really arrogant, he's just proud of what he's accomplished. And he should be. He's an amazing songwriter. Their albums have been constantly strong and melodic. To be perfectly honest, most people posting here are probably Nickelback fans, which makes your opinion automatically worthless. Noel makes some of the best music of our generation. Think, though - people were probably saying the same about the Beatles, that they weren't as good as elvis or little richard. But look where they are now.

[sidvicious_91]

Oh, and about the influential bands of the 90s... Radiohead, Nirvana, RHCP, RATM yes, i agree, but pearl jam and tool, no. No, no.

[tands]

littleleo88 wrote:

lol. what a twat. seriously. oasis are so boring compared to the stones.

sooooo boring, +10000

[ash_punk_4_life]

death_rider wrote:

All i can say is, most of the UG members commenting on this article are dense. You all are interpreting what Noel says as "they are as good as the rolling stones" He said nothing like that, he was saying they are as famous as the rolling stones, thats all. And you can say they suck all you want, it doesnt mean your right.

+1 some people dont read the article, just read what they want it to say!

[Wakisazhi]

ash_punk_4_life wrote:

death_rider wrote:

All i can say is, most of the UG members commenting on this article are dense. You all are interpreting what Noel says as "they are as good as the rolling stones" He said nothing like that, he was saying they are as famous as the rolling stones, thats all. And you can say they suck all you want, it doesnt mean your right.

+1 some people dont read the article, just read what they want it to say!

Exactly. +2

[IlikeMetal]

So a band that can make little hammered preteens go wild is comparing themselves to one of the most important and influential bands in music? Riiiiight

[stella the fell]

this tosser said .. our band(oasis) are as big as the beatles, he said this after they released the second album... different planet noel. you will never be as big as alot of bands..rhcp,nirvana etc etc etc.noel,your head is so far up yer own arse you wear yer glasses twice

[stella the fell]

ash punk...yer wrong in that statement:p

[slaptasticdave]

They are nowhere near the same league as the stones. If you got 10 random people off the street to name 10 bands I'm sure not even 2 of them would say Oasis.

[Wakisazhi]

stella the fell wrote:

ash punk...yer wrong in that statement:p

Uh no, you are. Re-read it. He never says they're better than The Stones, he says they're in the same league.

[pootoob]

jplay5 wrote:

honestly, i know two songs by oasis

This. WHereas, I know about 50 songs by the Stones, and I don't even listen to them.

[LedFloyd77]

dont get me wrong oasis does have some good tunes but c'mon now... and its just noel saying this... the other members im sure dont think that... so blame noel not the band... and if im wrong? then fu*k em all hahaha

[Wakisazhi]

IlikeMetal wrote:

So a band that can make little hammered preteens go wild is comparing themselves to one of the most important and influential bands in music? Riiiiight

Important? Influential? Really now do you even read what you type? Name me 3 influences they made on the music world and 3 reasons why they're important (seriously most of their good back catalog stuff wasn't even original, let alone the proper people never got any credit unlike some lushes who can't play guitar for crap *cough*Keith*cough*).

[Jhendrix01]

I like some of Oasis' tunes, but come on, comparing Oasis to the Rolling Stones. I think he's being pretty arrogant with a comment like that!

[its_alive]

Wow.

I really can't stand this guy at all.

I mean, Oasis sounds nice and all that. But seriously. He needs to get real, start thinking about his music and stop thinking about himself.

[redvetteZ06]

If by "in the same league" you mean English, pompous, and full of **** then yes, I would have to agree.

[Wakisazhi]

its_alive wrote:

Wow.

I really can't stand this guy at all.

I mean, Oasis sounds nice and all that. But seriously. He needs to get real, start thinking about his music and stop thinking about himself.

Their last album sold just fine for a band people apparently haven't heard of. Most of the work was done by Noel at that on the album.

[Vin2254]

i could give less of a **** about the rolling stones comment. obviously the stones have more experience than them. but oasis is probably just as skilled at all their instruments if not better than the stones. the stones have written more "classic" and "hit" songs. oasis has written (in my opinion) more enjoyable songs. i don't know. can't compare them. but one thing is for sure. noel sure knows how to make himself seem like arrogant as ****.

[silversoulcage]

Wesseem wrote:

GuilT wrote:

I was filled with primal rage when I heard this blasphemous bs, I wanted to knock his teeth to the back of his throat. This is the kind of guy who sucks himself off cuz no one is good enough for him. Did this numbnut seriously compare his beatle clone band to THE STONES?!!!

in what way do these guys sound anything like the beatles. the beatles suck so bad. anyways yea...this guy is really f0cking arrogant.

In what way do the Beatles suck? You're one of those modern metal kiddies aren't you?

[Scitzo Frenic]

I quite like Oasis, and even though he didn't compare his music with that of the Rolling Stones, this was a pretty arrogant comment. But what else is new? It's like people complaining about the rain in Ireland, despite the fact they've lived there for years. You'd think they'd get used to it.

That said, **** the Rolling Stones, they had their day, then they milked it for every penny. And while I'm at it, **** James Keaveny!

[ThunderPX]

So if I say I'm as good as the Stones, no matter how bad I suck, I get on UG? Awesome.

[stratdud39]

...they're no where near the stones.
Oasis isnt even that good..
this noel guys a tool.

[Wakisazhi]

ThunderPX wrote:

So if I say I'm as good as the Stones, no matter how bad I suck, I get on UG? Awesome.

Really? Lets see all 8 of your #1 albums, oh wait thats right, you're a nobody.

[Minkaro]

I'm not even a big fan of them, but the Stones easily outclass Oasis.

[severin]

There's a lot of insinuation. Why is Noel even comparing Oasis to the Rollng Stones in the first place? Whether it's the strength of each band's back catalogue or fame, it serves the same purpose, i.e. His ego trip.

On both accounts I think they fail miserably. The Rolling Stones have a far stronger back catalogue and they've had a profound impact on pop culture,far greater than Oasis could ever possibly lay claim to. I haven't really heard much from them since Wonderwall

[pearlJam_31490]

First Noel said that Oasis was better then the Beatles now its the Rolling Stones. So apparently he thinks that the Rolling Stones are better then the Beatles so just by that you can tell the guy is a ****en idiot. Plus his music sucks imo.

[mallen i am]

severin wrote:

There's a lot of insinuation. Why is Noel even comparing Oasis to the Rollng Stones in the first place? Whether it's the strength of each band's back catalogue or fame, it serves the same purpose, i.e. His ego trip.

On both accounts I think they fail miserably. The Rolling Stones have a far stronger back catalogue and they've had a profound impact on pop culture,far greater than Oasis could ever possibly lay claim to. I haven't really heard much from them since Wonderwall

maybe he's comparing them because its an interview in rolling stone magazine
if thats completely naive of me then sorry, i know so little about rolling stone magazine
anywho, my sister knows who oasis are, but doesnt know who the rolling stones are
if that counts for anything tell me, im off for a drink...

[mpeskett]

theamnesiac wrote:

mpeskett wrote:
Although they may not be as popular today, they were definitely the best thing to happen to popular music in the 90s.

What the hell are you smoking man? I see a lot of ludicrous comments posted on this site, but this one is absolutely ridiculous. The best thing to happen to music in the 90s? I think Nirvana, Radiohead, Tool, Rage Against the Machine, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Pearl Jam, and about a million other bands infinitely more influential and talented that Oasis would like to have a word with you...

That's actually a good point, I stand corrected. I should've said in British pop music, and that's my opinion. It can't be denied however that they were very influential on the bands to come later on, eg, Coral and Kasabian.

[Black Star]

FOR THE LAST TIME, HE DID NOT SAY OASIS WAS BETTER THAN THE STONES!!!!

He simply said that they were about as well known, which nobody can rightfully deny. Especially with how much media attention they get, even if it's because of Noel being a douche.

[Da G Man]

Ryan Adams is terrific

[Smithsc]

Man what an arrogant d*ck. They are SO not in the same league as the Stones. Just because your heard of dosent mean your up with the classics.

[Wakisazhi]

Smithsc wrote:

Man what an arrogant d*ck. They are SO not in the same league as the Stones. Just because your heard of dosent mean your up with the classics.

Uh I believe thats exactly what he said, if you READ the article he says you'd have to think of them like The Stones in that everyone's heard of them. I swear, I really do weep for this country's future what with such poor reading comprehension. This is exactly why a death by an accidental self-nuclear assault is probably likely to be the end of this country.

[fastlanestoner]

he's not saying they're better than the stones, he's saying they're as RECOGNIZABLE as the stones.

I'd rather have oasis than the stones anyday.

[harry_jacko]

Pretty broad league - those that "people have all heard of".

What a dick, the only similarity to the Stones that Oasis has is that they both play music.

Learn some different riffs Noel, all your songs sound the same.

[Pilkey]

And this is why Noel gets his ass kicked everytime he comes to Canada. How about you stay in england your music is like nails on a chalkboard, you suck Oasis someone should clothesline you so maybe you wont sing anymore.

[miketallica]

Right and everyone expected more of the Stones after their two albums showed so much promise but the latter works turned out to be crap. Keep on smokin' and sniffin' there Noel if you want to be in the Stones' league of something.

Checked.

I realize this is a very controversial article, but please try to cut back on that flaming and band bashing. The ammount of useless posts here is unnecessary.

[SuperSix2021]

The headline is taking WAY out of context. What he's saying is pretty much spot on. You either like Oasis by now or you don't, just like the Stones. No one is gonna change their minds about either band by now.

[tincho729]

they're not even in the same leage as rick astley..

[haz_uk]

they were both leaders of massive music movements, future generations will probably be sucking off oasis in 30 years time just like most of you are doing with the stones.

careful you dont get bullshit on your skinny fits.

[masterohumans]

Never heard of him but i already hate him.

[Dr Funkenstein]

Not a really big fan of the stones but i thought early stuff like "let it bleed" was good.
However, comparing yourself to such a criticly acclaimed band when you greatly fall short of talent is completely arrogant and idiotic.
These so called musicians aren't even in the same ball park.

[Who66]

nothing new from noel as far as boasting...but honestly, the stone's mid-late 60's music has more variety and depth than the Oasis catalogue-and the Beatles and Kinks were far more innovative than the stones...but he wasn't comparing body of work but name recognition i suppose.but thats even less accurate.

[Svennz]

masterohumans wrote:

Never heard of him but i already hate him.

lol

[Svennz]

That proves they are not as known as the 'stones.

[Van-Hayden]

I say there should be a concert for Stones and Oasis, on the same night same town. Get each band to have one person to go around and put out that there's a concert and see who gets more fans.

[David_Bowie=GOD]

haz_uk wrote:

they were both leaders of massive music movements, future generations will probably be sucking off oasis in 30 years time just like most of you are doing with the stones.

careful you dont get bullshit on your skinny fits.

no, people will be sucking off radiohead in 30 years time, not oasis

[taylorhindman]

Funny thing is while i was reading this, my gf went "Who is Oasis?"
:P

[RUSTDOGG666]

I would listen to the rolling stones over oasis anyday and I'm not a fan of either one. I hate it when rockstars get famous then they think they are just as good as people that are better than them cause the rolling stones worked for so much longer at it.

[anon1mous]

that was total bs they onli hav one remotely good song but the stones have so many good songs
someone should shut them up

[musicluver10]

theamnesiac wrote:

mpeskett wrote:
Although they may not be as popular today, they were definitely the best thing to happen to popular music in the 90s.

What the hell are you smoking man? I see a lot of ludicrous comments posted on this site, but this one is absolutely ridiculous. The best thing to happen to music in the 90s? I think Nirvana, Radiohead, Tool, Rage Against the Machine, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Pearl Jam, and about a million other bands infinitely more influential and talented that Oasis would like to have a word with you...

They HAVE sold over 25 million copies of their first 2 cds alone (Definitely Maybe- 7.5 mil, Morning Glory- 18 mil) and are very often refered to as one of the biggest bands from the 90's. Tons of bands are influenced by these guys (like the arctic monkeys, Jet, The Killers, Kasabian, Drake Bell just to name a few, as well as almost every underground band to come out of Manchester in the 90's). The last time i checked, pearl jam and tool were big, but they weren't very influencial or really new-sounding... they were basically the result of grunge/post grunge sound.

Anyways on to the article, everyone here has to read it again. He says that Oasis is in the Stones' league b/c people recognize their name their sound as a band. Where I'm from (west. massachusetts), I'd say that's pretty accurate (not saying it's accurate everywhere you go, but still).

[diaspora]

taylorhindman wrote:

Funny thing is while i was reading this, my gf went "Who is Oasis?"
:P

haha, gold!

[HandsomeFrank]

I have never heard a song from Oasis, ever.

[Ali-b912]

more people know slayer then oasis, and they are easily far off the stones. even nirvana is better known then oasis, and nobody in their right mind can say nirvana made the impact the stones did.

oasis was the first of those bands which you could compare back to an older band.

oasis-beatles
wolfmother-zeppelin/sabbath
airbour ne-AC/DC
evile-any thrash band from the 80's

not to mention, even if they were in that league, he'd still be an arrogant jackass.

[MarkWolf]

well this is a pretty dick statement because i don't listen to the osis OR the stones, but i never even heard any oasis song anywhere, while the stones are everywhere. so this guy can go fall in a hole

[darrenjables]

He is so convinced that he could have bigger than the Stones or the Beatles. The Stones shaped music, Oasis did nothing for it.

Anyone notice that it's only Noel Gallagher who brags about Oasis?

[David_Bowie=GOD]

HandsomeFrank wrote:

I have never heard a song from Oasis, ever.

youve never heard wonderwall?

to all the people saying that we are misinterpreting what he said, I know he didnt say oasis was as good or better than the stones, im just speaking of how much of an ass he sounded like saying it.

This is noel gallagher, you know that he couldn't have meant anything good in that statement.

[skux]

i dont know whats worse, noel saying theyr in the same league as th stones, or 'wesseem' saying the beatles suck..

[JPScralatchtica]

This is why this band is so frustrating!!!...their music is actually not bad...but he is such a douche.

[breadstick]

Wrong.

[Ironpriest]

The world needs more arrogant rock stars. We only have this guy and Axl Rose left! i love seeing these comments every once in a while.

[Fuzzbox91]

God Noel you are just ASKING to get pushed off the stage again arent you

[granalonso]

Why do he has to feel like god hahahaaha the rolling are gods no wanna be´s. Of course brit pop is alive ask Elbow and his Seldome Seen Kids they rule or maybe with more quality than only play the same chords one in another.

[Toxtoth_O_Grady]

Spankyx2 wrote:

Whatever, Noel's a jackass, But lets also face it, if he is willing to compare his band to the most over rated, over paid, completely useless band ever to walk his earth, the rolling stones.

I agree with you completely

[mjones1992]

lol. I've never heard of Oasis.

[shadow__666]

I love Oasis, I really do. But seriously, every time Noel opens his mouth these daysI wanna kick the c**t in the balls. There's badarse self belief, which he and Liam had in the 90s and had every right to have. Now that they haven't written a good song in 10 years, saying sh*t like that is just wrong.

No to go listen to Champage Supernova yet again, reaffirming my faith in life.

On a side note: This has to be UG's best news day in ages. Blur and Jesus Lizard reuniting, Noel Gallagher being himself...so much win. All I need now is to hear Black Flag are reuniting with Henry Rollins, and I will be the happiest I have ever been in my life.

[Schnitzel_Man]

Such arrogance. Screw Oasis.

[Jondy]

i've heard of the stones, but who the hell is this guy? oasis is like... water in a desert. there's a band called that?

[XxStrifeXx]

Oasis may not be the beatles or have shaped music in an influental way too much but its only obvious if you say they suck that you havent even listened to Definatley Maybe or Morning Glory. Noel writes very well written songs with a lasting quality that even after 15 years you can listen too and still sounds as good as it was then.

All of you are idiots too bc hes simply stating that Oasis are as known as RS are now which is true. But that doesnt say much about Oasis anyways bc the Rolling Stones have to be the shittist over blown band of all time.

You have to give them credit bc after 15 years they just came out with a new album and it did very well even in the US again debuting at #5 on the cluttered shite US top 40 along side with artists akon and fergie. Dig out your soul is easily the best rock album this year.

[happyfinesad]

What a pompus ass. The Stones were a soundtrack for a generation. Oasis will never be. I honestly know two people that have ever heard of them.

[FuZzY(aus)]

bah oasis are not anywhere near the stones

[scarfacesuit]

Wesseem wrote:

GuilT wrote:

I was filled with primal rage when I heard this blasphemous bs, I wanted to knock his teeth to the back of his throat. This is the kind of guy who sucks himself off cuz no one is good enough for him. Did this numbnut seriously compare his beatle clone band to THE STONES?!!!

in what way do these guys sound anything like the beatles. the beatles suck so bad. anyways yea...this guy is really f0cking arrogant.

I'm sorry, but your remark about the Beatles was completely uncalled for, as they are one of the most revolutionary and incredibly inventive bands of all time.

On topic, I think even if he is in league with the Stones, it's a bit arrogant to say that. He's just a rockstar in his prime bragging about his band. John Lennon did it too ("We're more popular than Jesus now"). I like Oasis better than the Rolling Stones personally, but that doesn't mean I regard them in the same light.

[nds711d]

Wakisazhi wrote:

IlikeMetal wrote:

So a band that can make little hammered preteens go wild is comparing themselves to one of the most important and influential bands in music? Riiiiight

Important? Influential? Really now do you even read what you type? Name me 3 influences they made on the music world and 3 reasons why they're important (seriously most of their good back catalog stuff wasn't even original, let alone the proper people never got any credit unlike some lushes who can't play guitar for crap *cough*Keith*cough*).

i've seen oasis and the stones live, oasis was sloppy at best and the stones at least can put on an exciting and entertaining show. even in their older years they outplay oasis any day. liam's monotone voice bored me right out of the theater whereas mick, i couldnt stop cheering for, cause he knows how to entertain. and oasis are no where NEAR the same league as the stones. maybe in the same league as nickleback cause they both do the same thing and just re-hash the same song over and over again.

[Ali-b912]

XxStrifeXx wrote:
Dig out your soul is easily the best rock album this year.

No.

[The_Fuzz22]

STPilots17 wrote:

He's not stating that they are better or their songs are better than the Stones. All they are saying is they are recognized just as much as the Stones anymore, which obviously they are because everybody has an opinion about them.

He's stating that they're in the same [ileague[/i]as the Stones, which strikes me as utter folly.

[YourVillain]

Aaaaahhh, Noely G. Great to see he can still piss so many angsty young teens off with just a simple statement.

I also find it funny the way it was described as an "admission", as if he was admitting that yes, well, unfortunately Oasis are now in the Stones' league.

[Shaharz]

lol, that's a god one

[dieloony2]

They always compare themselves to legendary bands like beatles and the stones. I'm pretty they think if they say it enough it will come true.

Oasis is an unforgettable band, i will give them that, like them or not you know who they are. and i think it's what he's trying to say. But there music is VERY forgettable. They have only had a couple singles that have had major staying power, but not any more then any alt-ballad of the 90s.

[hurricane #1]

oasis are much better than the stones. the stones put out loads of shitty songs, oasis have put out zero. those of you that don't know that need to learn more about music.

[r4nk1n]

spot on. people who critisize oasis only know wonderwall, dont look back in anger and champagne supernova. i could name 50 better oasis songs. you need to listen to them before you slate them.

[RRRone]

Tranzam wrote:

One Word Joker

You just insulted Heath Ledger

[punkrockjoe]

Ryan adams is better than oasis.
How do you like that for a controversial statement!

[livewire76]

OMG.. Noel, what were you thinking saying something like that!! You can hardly put Oasis up beside the Stones!! Sorry Noeal but saying stuff like that makes me wonder if youre back on the charlie.

[2112pk]

you mean to say he's ADMITING that he's old hat, overplayed and hasnt writen a good song in over 20 years?
in that case yes noel, you ARE like the rolling stones

[skagitup]

damn right.

oasis > the stones.

[AngelOfHatred]

Spankyx2 wrote:

Whatever, Noel's a jackass, But lets also face it, if he is willing to compare his band to the most over rated, over paid, completely useless band ever to walk his earth, the rolling stones.

SENTANCE FRAGMENT.

I agree with Noel though. BUT, he shouldn't have said that himself, as it doesn't look good on his part.

[thewholedamnday]

Hey.....Did anyone read the entire quote?
He isn't saying he is as good as the Rolling Stones, he's only saying that everyone knows who Oasis is and what they sound like.....and all you idiots on here mouthing off about how Oasis sucks are simply proving his point. You couldn't say he sucked if you didn't know what it sounds like.....

So carry on, you're just making him more famous. And giving UG a reason to put him on here.

Oh, and by the way.....Oasis Rocks!!! Cheers Noel!

[Andy2k64]

They only do this kinda stuff to gauge a reaction out of ppl...which it does! they aren't a bad band but i wouldn't compare them to the stones in any stretch of the imagination

[Baconfish]

I'd say they're in the same league.

Apart from a few decent tunes they're both crap.

[shotgunjoe]

Well seeing as both bands suck I'd say they're in the same league.

[euan_soad]

XxStrifeXx wrote:
Dig out your soul is easily the best rock album this year.

Have you heard

Twilight of the Thundergod
Honour Amongst Chaos
Slania
Watershed
The Fathomless Mastery
Vertebrae
The Art of War

Need I go on?

[rockee]

Hasnt wrote a good album in years, just like the Stones I suppose!

I think he's right.

[axe_man]

GuilT wrote:

I was filled with primal rage when I heard this blasphemous bs, I wanted to knock his teeth to the back of his throat. This is the kind of guy who sucks himself off cuz no one is good enough for him. Did this numbnut seriously compare his beatle clone band to THE STONES?!!!

The Beatles!!
are you mad, they are no beatles clone.
try actually listening to them before spewing crap over the internet

[TC1223]

If anyone needs to say that they know simply that its not true. Not to mention how laughable that statement is.

[pauL_nicko]

i hate oasis so much

[Hungry_Hameds]

he never said Oasis are better, he never even said they were musically better, all he said was they are as recognised as the rolling stones, and he has a point! I love Oasis, they are a great band, but nothing more. The Rolling Stones are overrated, Nowhere near Led Zep, Queen or even the Who, at least the who dont sound over the hill still playing now!

[ffaf_kick_ass]

Let the people decide noel! to say that about your own band is pure arrogant!

[jetfuel495]

this guy is hilarious he makes the most absolutely ridiculous comments

anyway, UG has some of the ugliest pictures ive ever seen for people.

[RPGoof]

Every has heard of the Rolling Stones.
I haven't heard of Oasis.

[joker_thief]

rockee wrote:

Hasnt wrote a good album in years, just like the Stones I suppose!

I think he's right.

haha well see if his solo album ever comes out too...

[Orange Porridge]

Lets all steal their music on Torrent sites

[rebreh]

Oasis has better songwriting than the stones could ever hope to achieve. I would take wonderwall over start me up anyday.

[dvd_dq]

this dude sees music as competition
I'd say his over his head

[rockmonster5000]

No Noel, just NO.

Leave now. lol

[whitebluesboy]

Maybe in europe

[David_Bowie=GOD]

visiofx wrote:

Oasis is boring, Joe Satriani is better than Noel Gallagher

troll?

[bluesman6885]

I like Oasis' music...I think they're a cool group. However I don't like his ego, he sounds like that guy from Duran Duran who said back in the 80's "We're bigger than the Beatles." Um.....NO YOU'RE NOT! I lost a lot of respect for Noel.

Of course the media blows things that people say out of context. But Noel should've known enough to hold his tongue and keep his mouth shut!!

[musicluver10]

euan_soad wrote:

XxStrifeXx wrote:
Dig out your soul is easily the best rock album this year.

Have you heard

Twilight of the Thundergod
Honour Amongst Chaos
Slania
Watershed
The Fathomless Mastery
Vertebrae
The Art of War

Need I go on?

yes... idk any of those albums.

[dustyoffski]

the vatican recently forgave John Lennon for saying the Beatles were bigger than jesus(or something like that), but im not going to forgive someone that has no respect or perception for the Rolling Stones sucsess and legacy. Why is he in music if he doesnt understand or respect its founders?

[Leper_Messiah2]

musicluver10 wrote:

theamnesiac wrote:

mpeskett wrote:
Although they may not be as popular today, they were definitely the best thing to happen to popular music in the 90s.

What the hell are you smoking man? I see a lot of ludicrous comments posted on this site, but this one is absolutely ridiculous. The best thing to happen to music in the 90s? I think Nirvana, Radiohead, Tool, Rage Against the Machine, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Pearl Jam, and about a million other bands infinitely more influential and talented that Oasis would like to have a word with you...

They HAVE sold over 25 million copies of their first 2 cds alone (Definitely Maybe- 7.5 mil, Morning Glory- 18 mil) and are very often refered to as one of the biggest bands from the 90's. Tons of bands are influenced by these guys (like the arctic monkeys, Jet, The Killers, Kasabian, Drake Bell just to name a few, as well as almost every underground band to come out of Manchester in the 90's). The last time i checked, pearl jam and tool were big, but they weren't very influencial or really new-sounding... they were basically the result of grunge/post grunge sound.

it's funny how you didn't mention RATM or any of the other bands that mpeskett mentioned.
because Rage Against the Machine was both very influential and very new-sounding.

and tool?
how was that not new sounding?
i can't really think of any other band that has the same sound as Tool.

so, what was your argument again?
that they have sold a lot of albums and have influenced bands that sound almost identical to themselves?
wow, such a solid argument.

[Minkaro]

euan_soad wrote:

XxStrifeXx wrote:
Dig out your soul is easily the best rock album this year.

Have you heard

Twilight of the Thundergod
Honour Amongst Chaos
Slania
Watershed
The Fathomless Mastery
Vertebrae
The Art of War

Need I go on?

The Art of War? Do I spy a Sabaton fan?

Can we push Noel off the Cliffs of Gallipoli?

[Serjem]

he's right..... i love oasis for boing so arrogant... in a way ofc...

i mean... all those british bands are... kaiser chiefs for example... i just love all of them...
and yes noel is right.

[Oneordinarylife]

This has been happening for years now. Why do people still get up in arms about it?

Oasis is arrogant. End of story. Stop fueling them by responding, all they want is press coverage.

[elite026]

what an arrogant twat, i live in britain, ive obv heard of oasis, nothing special, common crap indie band, i doubt anyone in america really heard of them, complete opposite with rolling stones, people EVERYWHERE know them. So he is wrong ^^

[Sway!]

elite026 wrote:

what an arrogant twat, i live in britain, ive obv heard of oasis, nothing special, common crap indie band, i doubt anyone in america really heard of them, complete opposite with rolling stones, people EVERYWHERE know them. So he is wrong ^^

Indie? Wow. Do you even know what the term means? They're possibly the least indie band in Britian.

Also, READ WHAT HE IS SAYING. No where does he imply that Oasis are better. He says Oasis are just as well known, which may not be true in the states, but it sure is in the UK.

UG is plagued by arrogant metalheads...

[MetalGear1786]

I know one song by them, and like 50 by the stones. Same league? I don't think so buddy!

[jodo311]

A little early for April Fool's Day jokes, aren't we? C'mon UG...

[totenkopfSG]

the Stones will forever piss all over your poor excuse for music.

[Siro78]

for this little prick to assume his band is as popular and well known as the stones, id love to see mick push this skinny prick onto&over stage monitors will keith takes a piss on him

[Darkshade666]

Good job !

rofl

[lmihay]

Sleazeball wrote:

Shame Oasis went downhill after their first album. You can't even compare Liam to Mick Jagger - Mick had charisma, a better voice and he actually has a personality. Plus he doesn't stand there droning under a mic, Mick's all over the stage even after 60!

And it's not like Noel's a virtuoso either, or even a particularly influentual guitarist, and stands nothing compared to Keith Richards.

Mick Jagger has a horrible voice for one. Liam's voice in the 90's was awesome. And Keith Richards is a horrible guitar player. But I like the Stones and Oasis.

[urdad]

lol i love his mullet.

[TSmitty6]

great marketing strategy!

made me click on the article, now i know his name.

[Wakisazhi]

Wow I knew UG was full of idiots but really, really? I mean honestly the crap spewed defending The Rolling Stones is preposterous, legacy? They have ZERO influence on music period as far as music goes. The only things they have going is Mick's showmanship (which anyone can pull off if they're drunk enough). Other than that pretty much all The Stones had going for them have left that overrated band. Other than that they've had NO influence on music in general. Anyone spouting otherwise is full of crap and is a classic rock sheep, end of story. Meanwhile Oasis has definitely had influence as people have pointed out, not to mention besides The Stone Roses and maybe Blur, Oasis was and is pretty much Brit Pop in general. Not to mention record sales show that they're quite popular (which Noel said in the article). Honestly most of you people are pathetic sheep who need to put down the guitar and get back in school because its not doing most of you any good.

[StringsofBlack]

death_rider wrote:

Oh and to all of you commenting on his big headed ness, im sure you guys/girls(?) would be pretty arrogant too if you were as huge as them.

Actually no. How many bands become enormous and still don't act arrogant? I can think of more than a few...Pearl Jam, Radiohead, R.E.M.. Hell even John Mayer who has become incredibly famous makes fun of himself and the idea of being an arrogant rockstar.

Noel is simply a pinhead. Good music, but he's still a pinhead.

[Wakisazhi]

StringsofBlack wrote:

death_rider wrote:

Oh and to all of you commenting on his big headed ness, im sure you guys/girls(?) would be pretty arrogant too if you were as huge as them.

Actually no. How many bands become enormous and still don't act arrogant? I can think of more than a few...Pearl Jam, Radiohead, R.E.M.. Hell even John Mayer who has become incredibly famous makes fun of himself and the idea of being an arrogant rockstar.

Noel is simply a pinhead. Good music, but he's still a pinhead.

Meh I wouldn't think so. I mean if you listen to Definitely Maybe that brashness really comes out, the first track, "Rock N Roll Star" alone shows where they're coming from. To be honest and fair I feel its just something he's exploiting because it comes with the territory. I guarantee you that given the situation most people would do the same thing (even though in the context of the article Noel was never in the wrong, he was just pointing out a fact).

And now that I think about it, it's a rather arbitrary article isn't it? Just a random piece from out of nowhere.

[stumaster18]

Without Wonderwall, Oasis would be nothing. Can you honestly name one other song by them that is as popular or overplayed?

They're tripe.

and stop f ucking referencing Beatles songs in your lyrics.

[Äkäskero]

stumaster18 wrote:

Without Wonderwall, Oasis would be nothing. Can you honestly name one other song by them that is as popular or overplayed?

They're tripe.

and stop f ucking referencing Beatles songs in your lyrics.

oasis were one the biggest bands in the world before WTSMG, ur saying their rubbish cos they had a monster hit and not every song they've done has been as successful in ur little world, stfu, you know nothing

[sucubus]

blur> oasis....hehehe
bt seriously arrogant gob-shite from a guitarist who can only string 4 chirds in a song

[flame843]

lol @ the prospect that Oasis have had anywhere near the musical or cultural imapact that the Rolling Stones have.

[dethead666]

what has the world came to where we get in a outrage over a news review that the magazine the "rolling stone" covered.

[Hobo279]

meh, oasis is better than the stones.

[Resurrected22]

oasis is a load that should have been swallowed... enough said.

[napalm890]

wishful thinking!!!

[Bucketheadroolz]

hahah FAIL
the rolling stones are a billion times better than they can ever hope to be.

[HeathenChemist]

Come on... he's only saying that nearly everyone has an opinion on Oasis, bad or good, and that they are as widely known as Rolling Stones.

I prefer Oasis over the Stones anyday though

And that picture of Noel isn't too flattering is it? Then again, no photographer can make him look good lol

[barangatang]

I'm confused at why noel would say that. What does he gain?

[Masterbeefy]

In the pic i guess he looks almost as old as mick jager...

I hate it when he says stuff liek this. When he has been around as long as the stones then i guess he can say it, but i cant see it lasting

[XxStrifeXx]

if you have only heard wonderwall and champagne supernova then you have no idea who oasis even is. Just bc those are the only big radio hits doesnt mean they have about 50 other songs that are way better. Seriously, thats like saying american idiot and time of your life are the only good green day songs. Listen to Definatley Maybe and Morning Glory before you pass them off as sucking bc you have no idea what your talking about. The Stones suck, ill pick Oasis anyday over those over-rated twats.

[Guitar x Dude 7]

whenever this guy opens his mouth, he just comes off as a total jerk. after reading his interview in guitar world i experienced an overwhelming urge to punch him in the mouth.

[200tommo791]

I would like to see him die painfully, for he is an oxygen theif.

[bazman13]

when i read the title all i got was

Noel Gallagher: "im still talking outta my ass about how great I am"

[adamshakermaker]

He means they could fill stadiums for the rest of their lives without any new albums.

[punkforlife93]

Rolling Stones? Pur-leeze.

Maybe Hannah Montana.

[Illigx]

They didnt say they were as good as the stones, they said they were on a level where people knew them and knew what they do and what they sound like. The Stones arent that good anyway, few good songs, about as many as Oasis, 2 or so?

[liam177lewis]

shuttup noel gallagher, no one likes you...

[Matetz]

Yesterday (it was about 30 am) there was a MTV live special with the Chili Peppers and right after that Oasis in concert.
I couldn't sleep while the Peppers were playing, it was just an amazing show.
Then there was Oasis and after about two minutes I was asleep. Probably the most boring show I've ever seen in.

I was on one of the last concerts with the Stones. And they are older than both, Peppers AND Oasis, but they rocked the thing pitilessly.

[harry_jacko]

from reading these posts, ive seen quite a few that say "who is oasis" "i dont know any oasis songs" and didnt see anyone who didnt know the stones. nuff said.

[pigmaggots]

Oasis talk the talk but haven't walked the walk for so many years and so many albums its actually become offensive. If you are going to talk so much shit Oasis, back it up with a good album...and if you can't....stop making music and let an original, more talented band take your place.

[JayGuitar94]

stumaster18 wrote:

Without Wonderwall, Oasis would be nothing. Can you honestly name one other song by them that is as popular or overplayed?

Live Forever, Don't Look Back In Anger, Champagne Supernova, Supersonic..damn that was hard.

[itsthehutch]

really? in the same league as the stones? this guys a jackass

[mtllica]

not metal...don't care...

[Jaw Knee]

Gallagher is an egotistical douche bag.

[Foo-Fighter1]

This is the band that when they were on the BBC, They closed their set with Helter Skelter & I Am The Walrus, 2 Beatles songs. They just want to be as close to The Beatles/Lennon don't they?

He's said that 'cos The Beatles are in the same league as the RS, if not bigger. Oasis are overrated. I saw them at wembley arena on tv, lyrics for songs in front of them. How average/mediocre is that?

These guys won't come anywhere near close simply because they're not original.

[nicodimus]

Wesseem wrote:

GuilT wrote:

I was filled with primal rage when I heard this blasphemous bs, I wanted to knock his teeth to the back of his throat. This is the kind of guy who sucks himself off cuz no one is good enough for him. Did this numbnut seriously compare his beatle clone band to THE STONES?!!!

in what way do these guys sound anything like the beatles. the beatles suck so bad. anyways yea...this guy is really f0cking arrogant.

In what way do they not sound like the beatles?

[Beathan83]

Oh yeah, isn't this guy in that "Wonderwall" band?

[huevos]

He's probably masturbating to all the controversy this has caused.

punkforlife93 wrote:

Rolling Stones? Pur-leeze.

Maybe Hannah Montana.

Yeah, but at least Miley is JB.

[JoshyJordison]

i agree with all ya guys but pretty much alot of bands probably think that. he just had the arrogant balls to say it. I bet nickleback thinks they're the shit

[Ibzman]

Wow. This doesn't even deserves attention. The Rolling Stones are among the greatest bands ever. I can't tell the same about Oasis, sorry..

[hiddeninromance]

Ryan adams

[rokr258]

Wesseem wrote:

the beatles suck so bad.

dude. are you kidding me. the beatles are the single most influential band in rock n roll. and they wrote some pretty amazing songs. i.e. eleanor rigby, come together, hey jude, that list go for days.

and noel gallagher needs to go to the rock n roll hall of fame and just try to find his ****ing band there. when he gets in there then he start maybe thinking about comparing himself to the Stones.

[rokr258]

Äkäskero wrote:

stumaster18 wrote:

Without Wonderwall, Oasis would be nothing. Can you honestly name one other song by them that is as popular or overplayed?

They're tripe.

and stop f ucking referencing Beatles songs in your lyrics.

oasis were one the biggest bands in the world before WTSMG, ur saying their rubbish cos they had a monster hit and not every song they've done has been as successful in ur little world, stfu, you know nothing

if they were EVER one of the biggest bands in the world, dont you think most of us would know them a little better? the stones have BEEN one of the biggest bands in the world since before this dickhead gallagher was born.

[ROCKASAURUS_SEX]

[/quote]in what way do these guys sound anything like the beatles. the beatles suck so bad. anyways yea...this guy is really f0cking arrogant.[/quote]

BLASPHEMY THE BEATLES RULE

[caught22]

I'm so sick of this guy

check...

[GarionB]

such a pretentious bastard.

[jairic]

I completely agree with this guy, in that the Stones had some good albums (more than Oasis, but the point is..>) then they released some pure garbage. That's what they have in comomon.

[Lion_Slicer]

Oasis is in my opinion one of the most overrated bands EVER (maybe second to Journey). The Rolling Stones were amazingly influential and have a debt owed to them by every rock band since. Oasis preys on the styles of them, the Beatles, and Radiohead, and manages to make songs catchy enough to get on the radio and yet make no interesting contribution to the musical world.

I wouldn't hate them so much if they weren't so freaking arrogant! Come on, my favorite genre is PROG METAL and Oasis is STILL more pretentious. Now THAT takes effort.

[Mr. Skull]

saying you're in the same league as the stones is like saying you're physically competitive with a qudruplegic

[busted_hater]

lol i hate to say it but he is right. it isnt always about the guitar. they are easily as big as the stones, may not be as good guitarists but they are easily as big. i agree big headed, someone else should say it but not him. but oasis have always been this way so if you dont like it either become bigger than them and prove them wrong or shut up and face facts. they write catchy songs that sell = success = money. they are quality.

[down n dirty]

Äkäskero wrote:

MetalGear1786 wrote:

I know one song by them, and like 50 by the stones. Same league? I don't think so buddy!

like ur personal music taste defines how good a band is u narrow minded spastic, i know 118 songs by oasis and none by the stones, i guess that makes them a shit ton better? nice logo dumbass

i seriously doubt that u havent heard a few stones songs in ur intire life and cant sing along to atleast part of it i dont listen to either i think the stones r way to over rated and oasis is full of a bunch of arrogant pricks that rehash a the beatles sound and for those of u that say they r great cuz there album was 5 on the top 40 is that to say fergie and akon r great to? in my opinion if ur in the top 40 the only people u can compare urself to r the people around u on that chart

[Slinov]

I can't stand Oasis if i'm honest, not heard much of the stones either, but i do know that the stones are rock legends, whereas Oasis are a bunch of northerners who are up themselves.

[irock519]

if you think the beatles suck, or you don't "get them", just wow.

[Gh.]

i dont know whats worse, noel saying theyr in the same league as th stones, or 'wesseem' saying the beatles suck..

^^ +1

[AidanTDR]

HEXAGRAM66 wrote:

blasphemous!! More like the same leauge as the stone roses!!

Both Oasis and Stone Roses have far better music than the Rolling Stones in my opinion.

[manmanster]

what a prick.

[manmanster]

What do I know oasis for? Wonderwall.
What do I know the Rolling Stones for?

Being one of the progenitors for ****ing rock music as it exists

[Bunyip]

Seriously they have a couple of good albums (earlier in their carear) and I couldn't name any of their newer songs....Im not saying they're new shit is shit but its not even in the same league as their own earlier stuff let alone in league with the stones.

Im pretty sure this guys brother liam said that oasis where the next Beatles as well. They both have no idea hahaha

[marcelaguiar]

Who is Oasis?.....Just kidding, but seriously, what the hell is he talking about??

[lealzito]

keep dreaming...

[guitargodderyck]

what a ****ing ******* i mean cmon the only bands in the Rolling Stones league is Led Zepplin and AC/DC

[verona_bassist]

haha, the comments are way better than the article itself..

[Wakisazhi]

verona_bassist wrote:

haha, the comments are way better than the article itself..

Agreed, so many sheep...I mean seriously progenitors of rock music? Rock existed BEFORE The Stones (lol at the pun, true enough though). And you people defend The Stones say Noel doesn't know what he's talking about? Sheesh...
I mean seriously

[Shazazmic]

Dear Noel Gallagher,

Mullets suck.

[Wakisazhi]

Shazazmic wrote:

Dear Noel Gallagher,

Mullets suck.

True but it's not a mullet, just the camera angle. Look at some recent vids and you'll notice why the camera angle makes it look like one.

[AXE187]

mullets are awseome..... oasis music is not

[nscar]

Noel is unbelievable. First Hendrix and now the Stones. No one likes Oasis!!

[David_Bowie=GOD]

manmanster wrote:

What do I know oasis for? Wonderwall.
What do I know the Rolling Stones for?

Being one of the progenitors for ****ing rock music as it exists

pretty much sums up what the majority of people think of both.

[IsaidItFirst]

Well, in Oasis's defense, they have done something the stones haven't:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CX5JBsKih0c

ge t owned

[AnEvilWalrus]

What an arrogant twat.

Truth be told, I only heard of Oasis about a month ago, and I've never heard any of their songs.

[Wakisazhi]

David_Bowie=GOD wrote:

manmanster wrote:

What do I know oasis for? Wonderwall.
What do I know the Rolling Stones for?

Being one of the progenitors for ****ing rock music as it exists

pretty much sums up what the majority of people think of both.

The thing is The Rolling Stones aren't a progenitor of rock music. Rock music existed before them.

[Wakisazhi]

However Oasis pretty much are both a progenitor of Brit-pop and are Brit-pop in general.

[sphrth289]

First question I asked myself upon reading this was "Who the hell is Noel Gallagher?"

[Bored to Tears]

Funny, I can't name one Oasis song.

Check'd?

[vIsIbleNoIsE]

Bored to Tears wrote:

Funny, I can't name one Oasis song.

what the hell is Oasis anyway?

[Rysel]

is this that band with the "faster than a canon ball" lyrics in one of their songs?

[atthedrive-thru]

blur is better

[CherokeeRocker]

Wots Oasis?

[XxStrifeXx]

oasis rules, just look at what noel did here. 300 comments, what a legend.

rock on oasis!!!

[Leper]

Argh, Noel is so arrogant but yet I do like Oasis. And really people, don't kid yourselves, Oasis is HUGE in North America. I really don't think there is anything misunderstood about them because they're really not that hard to understand. They're just straight up rock and roll. Definitely nothing like Radiohead though, that comparison is completely lost on me. Old Radiohead, yes, maybe. But Radiohead has evolved so much since the 90's whereas Oasis has remained sounding pretty much the same.

[Raizer Sabre]

i never liked oasis, i've only heard a couple of stones songs and they're already 1000 times better than oasis, noel has such an annoying nasaly voice, i just wanna strange him til his voice breaks followed by his neck

[BKGMorley]

hahahahaha, i love that guy

[HeathenChemist]

Raizer Sabre wrote:

i never liked oasis, i've only heard a couple of stones songs and they're already 1000 times better than oasis, noel has such an annoying nasaly voice, i just wanna strange him til his voice breaks followed by his neck

lol Noel's voice isn't nasaly, it's Liams voice that's the annoying one!!

And yeah, how many comments are there about this article?? That's the point! Half the comments here are made by people who don't get the point of his comments!

He's saying everyone has an opinion of Oasis and that they are as widely known as the Rolling Stones!

[Dr Funkenstein]

Ha. Next thing you know he'll be putting his name next to Hendrix as the "most widely known guitarist".
What a joke!
I bet only a few hundred million people people over the age of forty from hundreds of countries outside of the U.K would disagree with what he's saying.

[belavista man]

Their music is alright, but they're big-headed tw*ts really.

[Wakisazhi]

HeathenChemist wrote:

Raizer Sabre wrote:

i never liked oasis, i've only heard a couple of stones songs and they're already 1000 times better than oasis, noel has such an annoying nasaly voice, i just wanna strange him til his voice breaks followed by his neck

lol Noel's voice isn't nasaly, it's Liams voice that's the annoying one!!

And yeah, how many comments are there about this article?? That's the point! Half the comments here are made by people who don't get the point of his comments!

He's saying everyone has an opinion of Oasis and that they are as widely known as the Rolling Stones!

I know lol. That brings the irony full circle in this article as all these "people" just proved Noel's point as thats just about 300+ more people who know about Oasis. It's just hysterical really.

[Wakisazhi]

Dr Funkenstein wrote:

Ha. Next thing you know he'll be putting his name next to Hendrix as the "most widely known guitarist".
What a joke!
I bet only a few hundred million people people over the age of forty from hundreds of countries outside of the U.K would disagree with what he's saying.

Not really.

[Tundi]

It makes me laugh out loud that you ignorant death metals morons all sit here taking the rip outta the man from the band that is the very heart and soul of modern english music. Just because the music you guys are in to repeats the same "I am the devil, stab me in the head" theme over and over, doesn't give you the right to have a go at someone for being mind-blowingly positive. Why don't you get a grip? It doesn't take a gormless mong with a deck of synthesisers, a line-6 amp and a drop C tuning to think that life can be a drag at times, but it takes a lot more to go and write a song about everyday life on an acoustic guitar and appeal to the ordinary people, listen after listen.
I'm not saying that all metal etcetera is crap, because it obviously is a skill in itself to play correctly, but don't you dare call it music.

[snaaake]

Welp, considering I hate almost every Stones song I've ever heard, and like FAR more Oasis songs than I do Stones songs, I am inclined not to care about this comment of his, despite its arrogant implications (i.e. I realize the Stones are extremely popular even though I personally do not like them.)

[Bert_Hastings]

I should probably never read any interview with Noel Gallagher ever. I love his music, but he's an arrogant jerk. They have a lot of great songs, but the only ones people in the states really know are Wonderwall, Champagne Supernova, Don't Look Back in Anger, and Some Might Say, and most of them know Some Might Say because of a video game. Great band.....arrogant singer

[damskippy]

If he meant the late model,irrelavent Stones, then yeah, I agree.

[jermstar44]

yeah i never heard of oasis until i joined this site

the stones were great, oasis sucks ass

[Dreaming-V]

snaaake wrote:

Welp, considering I hate almost every Stones song I've ever heard, and like FAR more Oasis songs than I do Stones songs, I am inclined not to care about this comment of his, despite its arrogant implications (i.e. I realize the Stones are extremely popular even though I personally do not like them.)

yup yup +1

[busted_hater]

people need to stop living in the past new legends have to be born! we cant have no more new legends. as i have said previously he is arrogant yes i agree but who cares he has every right! oasis are great fact and al these people who say they are not name some people you think are good. face facts there good! he is arrogant! it is a statement he would make make! get over it, when you are famous enough even to compare to oasis then moan but compared to 99.9% of the people on here, he is as big the stones. JUST GET OVER IT! OASIS GOOD! NOEL ARROGANT! JUST GET OVER YOUR SELVES YOU SELF RICHEOUS PRICKS!

[PopPunkPotHead]

I know both of them and dislike most of both catalougues.
Except for the stones album Some Girls, it always seems to do it for me. But I grew up in the ****in 90's and Oasis was definately a higher point for a few years.

[Caribousunking]

"Everything The Beatles did, The Stones did 6 months later." - JL.

Just thought i'd throw that into the ring seeing as people are intent on bringing The Beatles into this little debate.

Are Oasis as popular as The Stones were in their heyday? No.

Now, it would be pointless to raise the question of who has sold the more albums seeing as The Stones have been playing and recording since the 1800's or some shit. I do think Oasis have the vast majority of better songs but i also think Noel has yet to pen a song as beautiful as Wild Horses or a track as cultivating as Paint It Black.

Mick Jagger is a tool.

Noel Gallagher is a tool.

I think we can all agree this debate is a waste of time. I'm bored.

[kranoscorp]

Oasis is nowhere near as popular here in the states. Everybody in the US has heard of the stones, but I only know one person who buys Oasis albums or music. I don't even know if our local stores stock oasis.

[ConorL@tcham]

in my oppinion. everyone who comes on hear to read these things, then complain and just winge is such a ****. i jst like readin anything on noel gallagher. hes the funniest rock star ever. i dont care about pleasing everyone and taking sides. i jst think that at the end of the day, when all is said and done, oasis play reeaaalllyy ****ing good music. and theyre final best of, when it happens, will be one of the greatest greatest hits ever compiled. better then the stones

[youwon'tseeme]

The posters comments saying The Beatles "suck" are *SO* Inaccurate & *Totally* *Ignorant*!!!! You don't know what you are talking about at all!!!! I have been a huge highly impressed Beatles fan especially a big John Lennon & Paul McCartney fan since I was 9, I got my first Beatles book for my 11th birthday, & I had every Beatles album by age 13.

I was only 5 when they broke up too. When I was 11 I had a music teacher ask us students to guess what music artists he was talking about, when he said they were genuises & they wrote 200 songs most of them great, acclaimed popular songs in just an 8 year recording career, & I said, John Lennon & Paul McCartney, The Beatles & he said yes thats right!

The Beatles are the most critically acclaimed, popular, *Rock* band *ever* & for darn good reasons, & they are the most covered music artists ever! Everyone from Motown, to jazz, classicial, rock, pop, & even heavy metal has recorded their great timeless music! There are many music professors at good universities who teach college courses on what brilliant, innovative, creative & prolific singer song writers they were.

One of them is award wining music professor & classical composer Dr.Glenn Gass at Indiana University who has been teaching a course on rock music & The Beatles brilliance since 1982.

Even Eric Clapton says in an online 1977 interview that John Lennon was a pretty good guitar player, & he would have known since he played live in concerts with John as a member of his 1969 Plastic Ono Band! And both John & Paul are also as The All Music Guide says in their excellent Beatles biograohy, not only such great song composers, but they were both among the best & most expressive singers in rock.

And many well known accomplished bass players including Stanley Clarke, Sting, Will Lee, Billy Sheehan, & Wilco's John Stirratt and other musicians recognize Paul McCartney as one of the best, most creartive melodic bass players ever! I could on with more information but there's too much to write that debunks the ignorant cr*p you said!

[youwon'tseeme]

I just noticed I made a few typing mistakes, I really wish there was an edit buton on here!

But I want to add that The Rolling Stones were good friends with & big fans of The Beatles. Mick Jagger was at 4 Beatles recording sessions & Keith Richards was at 2 of those with him including the TV broadcast of ALL YOU Need Is Love & A Day In The Life in 1967. The Beatles even wrote one of The Rolling Stones first hits,I Wanna Be You're Man in late 1963.Mick Jagger was also with The Beatles in Bangor in August 1967 to study meditation with the Maharishi when they got the phone call that their manager Brian Epstein was found dead.

Also The Beatles worked their a**es off playing 8 hoyrs a night taking speed pills just to stay awake & play in the sleazy rough clubs in Hamburg Germany,smoking,cursing,on stage wearing tight black leather pants & jackets. And they were very popular in these German clubs even with the gangster thugs who often went in them.And they were popular playing in The Cavern Club in Liverpool before their manager Brian Epstein created their fake cleaned up image.

Even Ozzy Osbourne says, That The Beatles Are The Greatest Band To Ever Walk The Earth & he says not loving them is like not loving oxogen.

The Beatles are very popular with people in their teens & 20's both guys & girls on Rate Your Music, Last.FM where their fan group has over 3,000 members more guys than girls, & the average age is 22 years old, & The Beatles were the 1 most listened to music artists on Last.FM in 2006,2007 & 2008! They are also very popular with people in their teens & 20's & 30's on YouTube.On all of these sites, many of these young people are calling The Beatles The Greatest Band Of All Time!

Bob Dylan still praises John and Paul as among the greatest singers and song writers ever and he praised George Harrison too as a great song writer also and Bob is still a big Beatles fan he said all of this just last year.

[youwon'tseeme]

And to the guy who said he thinks that John,Paul, George & Ringo's solo work was better than The Beatles as a group, well even though John, Paul and even some of George's solo work in the early-mid 1970's was very good & great, most people and just about every rock music critic says that the combination of the 4 of them but especially of John & Paul was when they were the greatest & wrote & played their best.

And I found over 50 former Beatles haters on different message boards who are now big Beatles fans! I never commmunicated with them, but they posted that they had a lot of ignorant misperceptions of them & hadn't even heard most of their great music.

[youwon'tseeme]

I meant to say that The Beatles played 8 hours a night in the German clubs for 2 years before they made it big. A musician recently posted on a message board, asking people to watch The Beatles Anthology Video series and see how massively talented The Beatles as a rock band really were.

Also on university of Indiana's music professor Dr.Glen Gass's site about his Beatles course it says the point of this course is to get students to have a better appreciation of this extraordinary group and their remarkable recordings and song writing partnership of John & Paul.

Dr.Gary Kendal's Beatles course at North Western University is the most requested course there too.

[From_The_Ashes]

They are in the same league as the rolling stones! and jesus himself gave me guitar lessons.....Just saying.

[I am the Drake]

They will never be as great as The Stones.