Chapter 1
The Manchester roots and rise of Oasis
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Chapter 2
The peak of Britpop and Knebworth
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Chapter 3
Sibling rivalry and the dramatic split
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Chapter 4
The reunion and cultural legacy
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YOUR GOAL
Master of The Gallagher brothers story
Ch 2 · The peak of Britpop and Knebworth
Fun Fact
Oasis at Knebworth: Noel Gallagher famously sang lead vocals on "Don't Look Back in Anger," a rare move since his brother Liam usually sang the band's biggest hits.
mankai Oasis Knebworth Britpop Peak
At Knebworth House, two nights in '96, Two hundred fifty thousand fans, the Britpop magic sticks!
Fun Fact
Wonderwall's title origin: The title of the hit Oasis song "Wonderwall" was inspired by George Harrison's 1968 solo instrumental album, which served as the soundtrack to a film of the same name.
Glossary
britpop (noun)
A genre of British alternative rock from the 1990s characterized by melodic guitar-based pop music. Oasis defined this movement during their historic concerts at Knebworth Park in August 1996.
A genre of British alternative rock from the 1990s characterized by melodic guitar-based pop music. Oasis defined this movement during their historic concerts at Knebworth Park in August 1996.
Quiz
What percentage of the British population applied for tickets to the 1996 Oasis Knebworth concerts?
Quiz
Which Beatles member's solo project inspired the title of the Oasis hit "Wonderwall"?
Quiz
How many people attended the historic Oasis concerts at Knebworth Park over two nights in August 1996?