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As set closer "Rock 'n' Roll Star" wound down, Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher began to repeatedly chant "This is rock n' roll". He was absolutely correct in his assertion as he and his bandmates delivered a fantastic 90 minute performance that showcased the awesome rock prowess that first made them international superstars over a decade ago. Riding high on the acclaim of this year's Don't Believe the Truth, Oasis brought their massive catalogue of Brit-pop anthems to Yoyogi Daiichi Taiikukan. Legions of faithful Japanese admirers and British expats flocked to the cavernous venue for tonight's gig, the second of three scheduled shows in Tokyo. 
The sold-out crowd went absolutely ballistic as the band appeared on stage and kicked into "Turn Up The Sun" and "Lyla" from Don't Believe the Truth. As energetic as the audience was for the opening tracks, it was the combo of "Morning Glory" and "Cigarettes and Alcohol" that really pushed them over the edge. Watching thousands of spectators jump up and down, clap, and pump their fists to the fantastic tracks it was quite evident that Oasis' early material still strikes a chord in the hearts of fans.The several cuts showcased from Don't Believe the Truth were all well received. Although their last few releases have been met with lukewarm responses, critics are labeling Don't Believe the Truth as the group's best effort since 1995's brilliant (What's the Story) Morning Glory?. The Gallagher brothers' excellent supporting cast played a huge role in the making of the album and definitely made their presence felt during tonight's concert. The fantastic talents of Gem Archer, ex-Ride guitarist Andy Bell, touring keyboardist Jay Darlington, and the band's most recent addition, drummer Zak Starkey have helped Oasis tighten things up musically. Although they've always held onto the notion that they were one of the best rock acts in the world, this powerful line-up is allowing them to once again prove it. |
A barrage of colourful lights illuminated the group while hundreds of small flashing bulbs dangling from the lighting rig gave the appearance that the guys were playing under a full sky of sparkling stars. With his hands at his side and his head slightly cocked Liam Gallagher delivered his lyrics with the same swagger as he always has. Aside from him occasionally strutting around the stage when not singing, there was little movement from Oasis. This is nothing new of course, as the group's live performances have always favoured substance over style.
After dedicating "Live Forever" to Tokyo, the group ended things on a high note with the solid 1-2-3 punch of "Wonderwall", "Champagne Supernova", and the above mentioned "Rock 'n' Roll Star". All three came off excellent as audience members eagerly sang along to some of the band's best loved compositions.After several minutes of screaming and clapping in unison, the audience's praise and enthusiasm was rewarded with a four-song encore. Although good renditions of "Guess God Thinks I'm Abel" and "The Meaning Of Soul" were unveiled to start the encore, they failed to match the intensity of the awesome display that ended the previous set. Oasis quickly rebounded with the Noel Gallagher sung "Don't Look Back In Anger". The mass sing-along that ensued once again got the crowd all riled up. As the house lights came on, Liam Gallagher re-assumed vocal duties for a rollicking cover of "My Generation". With everyone dancing, cheering, and having a fantastic time it's safe to say that there are no maybes about it - Oasis definitely still got it. 
--setlist--1. Turn Up The Sun/ 2. Lyla/ 3. Bring It On Down/ 4. Morning Glory/ 5. Cigarettes and Alcohol/ 6. The Importance Of Being Idle/ 7. The Masterplan/ 8. Songbird/ 9. A Bell Will Ring/ 10. Acquiesce/ 11. Live Forever/ 12. Mucky Fingers/ 13. Wonderwall/ 14. Champagne Supernova/ 15. Rock 'n' Roll Star --encore-- 1. Guess God Thinks I'm Abel/ 2. The Meaning Of Soul/ 3. Don't Look Back In Anger/ 4. My Generation |
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*The photos were taken by yegg in Osaka on the 17th of October in the same tour... report by shawn and photos by yegg |
 mag files : Oasis This Is Rock N' Roll : (05/11/20 @ Yoyogi Daiichi Taiikukan) : review by shawn, photos by yeggファンがライヴをつくりあげるのだ : (05/11/18 @ Yoyogi Daiichi Taiikukan) : review by joe, photos by ryotaオアシスは嘘をつかない : (05/11/18 @ Yoyogi Daiichi Taiikukan) : review by rad, photos by ryotaphoto report : (05/11/18 @ Yoyogi Daiichi Taiikukan) : photos by ryotaillustration report : (05/11/17 @ Osaka Jo Hall) : illustration by chika新しいスタンダード、新しい10年の始まり : (05/11/17 @ Osaka Jo Hall) : review by kuniko, photos by yeggphoto report : (05/11/17 @ Osaka Jo Hall) : photos by yeggillustration report : (02/10/08 @ Nagoya Rainbow Hall) : illustration by chikaphoto report : (02/10/02 @ Oska Jo Hall) : photos by ikesanオアシス成熟期? : (02/09/29 @ Yoyogi Daiichi Taiikukan) : review by yoshi_k, photo by nishioka天高くオアシスの秋…の一日 : (02/09/29 @ Yoyogi Daiichi Taiikukan) : review by mimi, photo by nishiokaオアシス無限の音楽パワー : (02/09/29 @ Yoyogi Daiichi Taiikukan) : review by ali, photo by makiどーする、オアシス〜 : (02/09/26 @ Yoyogi Daiichi Taiikukan) : review by nob, photo by nishiokaphoto report : (02/09/25 @ Yoyogi Daiichi Taiikukan) : photo by nishiokaCD review Standing on the Shoulder of Giants : (00/03/28 ) : review by baby-unclereview with no title : (00/03/11 @ Kobe World Kinen Hall) : review by baby-unclereview with no title : (00/03/03 @ Marine Messe Fukuoka) : review by FUMIreview with no title : (00/02/29 @ Yokohama Arena) : review by 岩崎直子review with no title : (00/02/29 @ Yokohama Arena) : review by 岡田智子Oasis photo exhibition : (97/09 in London) : review by hanasan |
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The official site Oasis http://www.oasisinet.com/ the latest album  "Don't Believe the Truth" (US import / 国内盤 DVD付き限定盤 / 国内盤) previous works
"(What's The Story) Morning Glory?"
(US import / UK import / 国内盤) "Heathen Chemistry" (US import / UK import / 国内盤) "Standing on the Shoulder Of..." (UK import / 国内盤) "Familiar to Millions." (US import / 国内盤) "Definitely Maybe" (US import / UK import / 国内盤) "The Masterplan" (US import / 国内盤) "Be Here Now" (US import / UK import国内盤) "Maximum Oasis" (UK import) singles and more
"レット・ゼア・ビー・ラヴ [MAXI]"
"インポータンス・オヴ・ビーイング・アイドル [MAXI]" "ライラ [MAXI]" "D'You Know What I Mean [MAXI](UK import)" "Whatever [MAXI]"(国内盤 / UK import) "リトル・バイ・リトル [MAXI]" "ストップ・クライング・ユア・ハート・アウト [MAXI]" "Live Forever [MAXI] (UK import)" "Cigarettes & Alcohol [MAXI] (UK import)" "Shakermaker [MAXI] (UK import)" "All Around the World [MAXI]"(UK import / 国内盤) "ドント・ルック・バック・イン・アンガー [MAXI]" "Sunday Morning Call [MAXI]"(UK import / 国内盤) "Supersonic [MAXI]"(UK import / 国内盤) "ドント・ゴー・アウェイ [MAXI]" "Wonderwall [MAXI]"(UK import / 国内盤) "Some Might Say [MAXI]"(国内盤 / UK import) "ヒンドゥ・タイムズ [MAXI]" "Stand by Me [MAXI] (UK import)" |
DVD "Live By the Sea" (US import / 国内盤)  "There & Then" (US import - region free / 国内盤)
"Familiar to Millions: the DVD"
(US import - region free / 国内盤) "Definitely Maybe: the DVD" (US import / 国内盤) "Live Forever" (国内盤) check the albums? |
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