Studio Albums !!hot!!: Oasis
Marking a significant departure from their early sound, Standing on the Shoulder of Giants finds Oasis embracing electronica and psychedelia. While some fans were initially perplexed, the album has since been reevaluated as a bold, innovative work. With tracks like "Go" and "Sunday Morning Call," this album rewards repeated listens.
A moderate commercial success but artistically forgettable. Highlighted Liam’s emergence as a songwriter.
| Album | Year | UK #1 | Global Sales | Key Track | Critical Consensus | | :--- | :---: | :---: | :---: | :--- | :--- | | | 1994 | Yes | ~8M | Live Forever | Classic | | (What’s the Story) Morning Glory? | 1995 | Yes | ~22M | Wonderwall | Masterpiece | | Be Here Now | 1997 | Yes | ~8M | D’You Know What I Mean? | Overblown / Cult classic | | Standing on the Shoulder of Giants | 2000 | Yes | ~3M | Gas Panic! | Underrated / Uneven | | Heathen Chemistry | 2002 | Yes | ~4M | Stop Crying Your Heart Out | Mediocre | | Don’t Believe the Truth | 2005 | Yes | ~5M | The Importance of Being Idle | Comeback | | Dig Out Your Soul | 2008 | Yes | ~3M | The Shock of the Lightning | Solid final statement | oasis studio albums
Frequently cited as one of the greatest debut albums of all time. Launched the “Britpop” era proper.
"Supersonic," "Live Forever," "Cigarettes & Alcohol". Marking a significant departure from their early sound,
"D'You Know What I Mean?", "Stand By Me," "All Around the World".
The much-hyped follow-up to Morning Glory?, Be Here Now was always going to be a tough act to follow. While some critics panned the album's perceived excesses, it still boasts standout tracks like "D'You Know What I Mean?" and the beautiful, melancholic "Cigarettes & Alcohol." A flawed but fascinating album that showcases the band's willingness to experiment. A moderate commercial success but artistically forgettable
Mediocre. Many critics called it safe and uninspired. Pitchfork gave 4.9/10.
Proved Oasis could still evolve. Re-energized their live setlist for years.
Overwhelmingly positive. Won Brit Award for Best British Album (1996). Retrospective critics note its over-familiarity but concede its songwriting strength.