In a move that has sent shockwaves through the music industry, Noel Gallagher has reportedly sold the rights to Oasis’s entire music catalog for a record-breaking sum. The deal,
which insiders claim is worth several hundred million dollars, has sparked a fierce reaction from his brother and former bandmate, Liam Gallagher, leading to a renewed feud between the notoriously combative siblings.
The sale, which was finalized earlier this week, includes all of Oasis’s classic hits, from their groundbreaking debut album Definitely Maybe to the multi-platinum selling (What’s the Story) Morning Glory? and beyond. The buyer, whose identity has not yet been publicly disclosed, now owns the rights to some of the most iconic songs in British music history, including “Wonderwall,” “Don’t Look Back in Anger,” and “Champagne Supernova.”
Noel Gallagher, the chief songwriter for Oasis, is said to have been contemplating this move for some time. With the ongoing demand for music rights in the streaming era, the deal was seen as a strategic financial decision, allowing him to capitalize on the enduring popularity of the band’s catalog. However, the decision to sell has not come without controversy, particularly from Liam Gallagher, who has been vocally opposed to the idea.
Upon learning of the sale, Liam Gallagher took to social media to express his outrage, accusing Noel of “betraying the spirit of Oasis” and “selling out” for personal gain. In a series of fiery tweets, Liam hinted at potential legal action, suggesting that he had been kept in the dark about the sale and that his rights as a co-founder of the band had been violated. “I won’t let him get away with this,” Liam tweeted. “Oasis is more than just one person’s property, and I’ll make sure the fans know the truth.”
Legal experts speculate that Liam could potentially challenge the sale, particularly if it can be proven that he holds partial ownership of the catalog. However, the specifics of the band’s contractual agreements remain unclear, and it is possible that Noel, as the primary songwriter, had the legal authority to make the sale independently.
This latest development marks another chapter in the ongoing saga of the Gallagher brothers, whose turbulent relationship has been a defining feature of Oasis’s legacy. While fans may have hoped for a reconciliation, the likelihood of an Oasis reunion now seems more distant than eve