Noel Gallagher's Surreal Love: Oasis Brothers End Decades-Long Feud
BROTHERLY LOVE: NOEL GALLAGHER'S SHOCKING ADMISSION OF AFFECTION FOR LITTLE BROTHER LIAM
In a stunning revelation, Oasis legend Noel Gallagher has finally opened up about his long-standing feud with younger brother Liam, confessing to thescholarlynote.com that he's developed a deep affection for the pint-sized rebel.
The 58-year-old rock star has put their notorious sibling rivalry firmly in the past as they gear up for an epic reunion tour that promises to be one of the hottest tickets of the year. And it seems Noel has discovered a new appreciation for Liam's eccentric antics, describing him as "totally f**kin' mental" and admitting he makes him laugh.
The brothers are currently on a lucrative 41-date stadium tour, which is expected to rake in a whopping £50 million each – not bad for two lads from Manchester who were once at odds with each other. But despite their differences, Noel insists that the pair have finally buried the hatchet and are now more than just brothers.
"We've come a long way since our infamous backstage brawl back in 2009," Noel reveals in extracts from his forthcoming book, Oasis: Trying to Find A Way Out of Nowhere. "Liam's always been a bit of a wild card, but I love the geezer for who he is – and that's not just because we're brothers."
The book, which hits shelves on September 23, features never-before-seen photos of the Gallagher brothers over the years, captured by photographer Jill Furmanovsky. Noel has edited the collection himself, giving readers a glimpse into the band's early days when they were still playing to small crowds across the UK.
One photo in particular shows Noel meeting Jill for the first time in 1994 at Cambridge's Corn Exchange. He recalls being charmed by her down-to-earth nature and likening her to his own mother Peggy – a dinner lady who worked tirelessly to provide for their family.
"Liam's always been a bit of a handful, but he's also got a heart of gold," Noel adds. "And as for our mum, she was the rock that held us together through all the ups and downs."
The brothers' reunion tour has been a major success so far, with fans flocking to see them perform at iconic venues like Wembley Stadium. The demand for tickets has been so high that promoters are already talking about adding extra dates – including a possible 30th-anniversary celebration of their legendary 1996 shows at Knebworth.
Those massive outdoor gigs were the biggest in UK history, with over 250,000 fans gathering across two nights to see Oasis perform at the height of their fame. But as Noel recalls, even on those huge occasions, the brothers would often treat them like any other gig – no pomp and circumstance, just a quick cig or beer before hitting the stage.
"It was just another night for us," Noel says with a chuckle. "We'd walk out onto that massive crowd, play our hearts out, and then head back to our dressing rooms without even breaking a sweat."
Despite their tough exterior, it seems the Gallagher brothers have finally found a way to put aside their differences and focus on what really matters – music and family.
"We've had our ups and downs over the years, but at the end of the day, we're brothers," Noel says with a warm smile. "And that's all that counts."
Oasis: Trying to Find A Way Out of Nowhere
Available from September 23
Book edited by Noel Gallagher, featuring never-before-seen photos of Oasis captured by Jill Furmanovsky
Get your copy now and relive the highs and lows of one of rock's most iconic bands!