Oasis
British rock band that defined the Britpop era of the 1990s with anthemic guitar-driven songs and notorious sibling rivalry.
Formed in Manchester in 1991 by Liam Gallagher (vocals), Paul Arthurs (guitar), Paul McGuigan (bass), and Tony McCarroll (drums), with Noel Gallagher (lead guitarist/songwriter) joining weeks later. Released record-breaking albums 'Definitely Maybe' (1994) and '(What's the Story) Morning Glory?' (1995), selling over 75 million records worldwide before acrimonious breakup in 2009.
- Noel and Liam Gallagher's volatile relationship fueled constant public feuds, including on-stage fights, canceled tours, and Liam smashing Noel's guitar during a 1994 US performance.
- In 2000, the band was fined £50,000 after Liam and three members trashed a Munich hotel while drunk, leading to arrests and hospitalizations.
- Noel permanently quit in 2009 after Liam attacked him with a guitar backstage at Rock en Seine festival, citing 'intolerable violence' from his brother.