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Be Here Now [CD]

Oasis Audio CD
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Oasis formed in 1991 in Manchester. The band released 27 singles and 7 studio albums between 1994 and 2009.

Their number 1 singles include 'Don't Look Back In Anger', 'Go Let It Out', 'The Importance Of Being Idle' and 'The Shock Of The Lightning'. All 27 singles were collected together recently on their release 'Time Flies...1994-2009'. All 7 ... Read more in Amazon's Oasis Store

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  • Audio CD (1 Jan 2001)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Format: CD
  • Label: Big Brother
  • ASIN: B00004RJLD
  • Other Editions: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  Vinyl  |  Mini-Disc  |  MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (119 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 43,033 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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Listen  1. D' You Know What I Mean? 7:42£0.79  Buy MP3 
Listen  2. My Big Mouth 5:02£0.79  Buy MP3 
Listen  3. Magic Pie 7:19£0.79  Buy MP3 
Listen  4. Stand By Me 5:56£0.79  Buy MP3 
Listen  5. I Hope, I Think, I Know 4:22£0.79  Buy MP3 
Listen  6. The Girl In The Dirty Shirt 5:49£0.79  Buy MP3 
Listen  7. Fade In-Out 6:52£0.79  Buy MP3 
Listen  8. Don't Go Away 4:48£0.79  Buy MP3 
Listen  9. Be Here Now 5:13£0.79  Buy MP3 
Listen10. All Around The World 9:20£0.79  Buy MP3 
Listen11. It's Gettin' Better (Man!!) 7:00£0.79  Buy MP3 
Listen12. All Around The World 2:08£0.79  Buy MP3 


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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Not Great, But Not Bad 30 Jun 2008
By MDD
Format:Audio CD
Being a latecomer to Oasis, I was 7 years old when this album was released and too young to remember their peak. Only catching my attention with their later works from 'Heathen Chemistry' and 'Don't Believe The Truth', I'd heard about this album. Critics and fans couldn't decide whether this was any good. Some thought it was absolutely brilliant, while others thought it was absolute codswollop. So, I bought it to make a decision myself.

It's not great, but it's not rubbish. It's very good infact. By comparing this album to other bands, it's still miles ahead of its rivals. Bands today such as Arctic Monkeys and God knows what other rubbish step forward Kaiser Chiefs) would dream of making an album like this. I mean that as well. Even the Red Hot Chilli Peppers would love to have this in their back catalogue.

But comparing it to Oasis' other work? That's another story. Doesn't come close to 'Definitely Maybe' or 'Morning Glory', and I still prefer 'Standing on the Shoulder of Giants' and 'Don't Believe the Truth'. I guess it's better than 'Heathen Chemistry' but not by much.

The thing is, it mixes some of their best work with some of their worst. The opener, 'D'You Know What I Mean' is terrific. With this as the opener, Oasis bash down the door with some force and prove a point to the world that they're back. The song is pure arrogance, and really emphasises the Gallagher's big ego's. It's a great rocker of a song. And then it after it, the album sort of slides away - no pun intended.

The over-production on the album is a big talking point. Sometimes, it just feels like noise. For example, on 'My Big Mouth', there's 30 layers of guitars on it, which is far too much I'm afraid. There's various other ones which are overproduced such as the pointless 'AATW Reprise' at the end, and the quite repetitive 'It's Getting Better (Man!!)', which is only saved by the fantastic guitar solo in the middle.

The length is another problem. Some songs justify their length, but others don't. 'Magic Pie' sounds great at the beginning. It's got great vocals from Noel and seems great at the beginning. But by the end of the 7 minutes or so, it's got to the point where I don't care about it. 'It's Getting Better (Man!!)' I mentioned before is repetitive because of the length. I don't know how many times the chorus is sang. It's not bad, but compared to their other work, it's not that good.

And when Oasis attempt psychedelia on this album, it comes up short. 'Fade In-Out's chorus sounds like a lethargic 'Go Let It Out' which is on the album after this one, 'Standing on the Shoulder of Giants'. That album however succeeds at psychedelia. This song merely sounds like a dress rehearsal for 'Standing'. It is just 'Go Let It Out' but without any energy and punch.

Surprisingly however, the best song on this album is the most over produced and the longest clocking in at almost 10 minutes. 'All Around The World' is one of Oasis' best song in my opinion. It's irresistable pop and once again takes The Beatles as a huge influence. The orchestras and harmonica give the song a lot of weight, and perhaps it could do with a little toning down on the production side, but don't underestimate the song. It's brilliant.

Songs such as 'Be Here Now','Girl In The Dirty Shirt', and 'I Hope I Think I Know' have quite catchy tunes, but the lyrics have a lot to be desired about - this Oasis album does with out a doubt have the worst lyrics on it.

However, 'Stand By Me' and 'Don't Go Away' are the sort of typical anthems we've come to expect from Oasis, and both songs are brilliant. 'Stand By Me' is the sort of song that would quite easily fit onto 'Morning Glory' and 'Don't Go Away' (Liam's vocals at the peak of its game) is the only 'weepy' on this album, which is a shame, because Oasis are the one of the best at doing tearjerker songs.

But that's no surprise it's the only emotional song on this. The band have just thrown everything at this album, and it's a frenzy of cocaine and chaos. You can tell straight away that this album was perhaps their egos getting the better of them. It's about a bunch of working class lads who are now rich and famous, and that fame probably made them lose their focus for this album. Nevertheless, it's a triumphant album. The worst songs on this are songs which would be highlights on a Kaiser Chiefs album and for any other band around today for that matter. It's certainly a debatable album, I suppose you have to listen to it yourself, but even today, this album is still one of the most controversial and talked about albums British music. And just for that, I would urge you to buy it now.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Be Here Now ? 29 Jun 2004
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This was the album that was anticipated amongst the majority of music fans who succombed to the glory-wonder of '(What's The Story) Morning Glory'. The conclusion must be that whilst it is plainly derivative - 'All The Young Dudes' is ripped off AGAIN on 'Stand By Me' to generally good sing-a-long effect (as usual). There are traces of every track possibly written by Oasis in every song. This is what makes them so good. There is experimental effect taken to its conclusion when a reprisal of 'All Around The World' (a gasping 9-minutes long on the original single intended). Not a bad album then, but a plainly derivative one and one that rewards the patient listener (70 Minutes +). Good Luck Everyone!
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3.0 out of 5 stars Too loooonnnngggg 5 Jun 2000
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Format:Audio CD
Such a shame... I was one of several million people who queued up around the world to buy this CD when it was released in Autumn 1997, and although some tracks are excellent I have to say I haven't listened to it for over two years now. The only reason it that it's so damn long - every track drags on and on long after the point has been made, to the point where the listener begins to lose interest. Given his intuitive grasp of what makes a great song it's incredible that Noel forgot what the ideal length for a rock or pop song should be.

Some day someone will issue an edited version of this CD with all the tracks honed down to three-and-a-half minutes (five minutes for the outstanding 'Stand by me') and it will be acclaimed as a classic.

By the way, I saw the band live for the first time last week, in Zurich. Thanks for a great concert Liam. No-one should write off Oasis yet.

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2.0 out of 5 stars A long and boring dissappointment
According to the hype at the time, following on from "Whats the Story Morning Glory", 21st August 1997 was the day that the best album ever made was to be released and everyone... Read more
Published 23 days ago by JKM
2.0 out of 5 stars Great songs, ruined by mastering
Having finished listening to most of Be Here Now just a few minutes ago, I had to share my thoughts. As the title suggests, I like most of the songs. In fact, I like them a lot. Read more
Published 1 month ago by the kevmeister
5.0 out of 5 stars Be Here Now" shows Oasis come into their own as a visionary pop and...
for me "Be Here Now" is not only fascinating for being the fastest selling album in the history of British music to date - what makes it more intriguing is the fact that it's one... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Freidun Taravosh
5.0 out of 5 stars Be Here Now - Get It Now!
It's great! A must have for all Oasis fans!

Probably one of the most highly criticised albums ever recorded by Oasis, but, I don't see why? This really is a good album! Read more
Published 3 months ago by Oasis Fan in Leics
5.0 out of 5 stars be here now, Oasis
Top album, gets better with time. Quick delivery and very cost effective purchasing also. Just a shame we back in the mid nineties!
Published 15 months ago by lancs gudge
5.0 out of 5 stars Closer to Definitely Maybe than any other album
No matter what anyone says, especially music journos from the NME and the like, this album is full of absolute tunes. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Shiv Radia
5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful rock and roll mess
I love this album because it's a load of nonsense, it's the most over the top balls out album I've heard and it must of been their most expensive. I just love its excessiveness. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Dan
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent
excellent service, good product came in excellent time and would highly recomend this seller. I will be using them again in the future!!!!
Published on 12 Jan 2011 by ryan o'leary
4.0 out of 5 stars Checking Watch. Letting Out Hefty Sigh
Released in 1997 "Be Here Now" was the 3rd studio album by Oasis. After the high quality offerings of "Definitely Maybe" and "(What's The Story) Morning Glory? Read more
Published on 14 Oct 2010 by Matthew Stoneman
4.0 out of 5 stars Good album but not there best
A really nice album, which under rated because of probably the greatest album of all time before this. It's a very good rock album. Read more
Published on 11 July 2010 by Ben Nicholson
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