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Oasis have been accused of losing it and recovering it more times than any sane mind should rightfully remember, but whatever trajectory their controversial discography takes from here, Don’t Believe The Truth should come out looking like a rather proud success. Partly, it’s because Liam and Noel sound on such rude form: the younger, fronting with some of the old menace and successfully channelling his rather simplistic songwriting impulses on the lightly trippy, shaker-ridden "Guess God Thinks I’m Abel"; the elder playing some of his more devious tricks, imagining The Beatles’ Revolver played by a Mariachi band on "The Importance Of Being Idle", and doffing a cap to late-period Velvet Underground on "Mucky Fingers".
Partly, though, it’s because Oasis sound like they’re functioning less like a not-so-benevolent dictatorship and more like a real band again. With only five songs written by Noel, contributions from Liam, guitarist Gem Archer and bassist Andy Bell have space to spread their wings a little: in particular, Bell’s "Turn Up The Sun" – a gargantuan opener that sees Liam deliver one of his best opening lines to date ("I carry the madness/ Everywhere I go") – proves mighty testament to Oasis’ new democratic bent. --Louis Pattison
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After a three-year wait for Oasis to release the follow up to Heathen Chemistry I'm sure you'd love to read that Don't Believe the Truth is a return to form. Back to the glory days of Britpop, teeming with modern classics like "Whatever" and "Cigarettes And Alcohol".
I'm sure you'd love me to write that. But it simply wouldn't be true. However, the good news is that this album is their best work since 1997's Be Here Now.
The truth is that Noel Gallagher could probably write a whole album's worth of "Wonderwall"s if he put his mind to it, but what would be the point? We don't need another "Wonderwall" when Noel is writing songs like album highlights "The Importance Of Being Idle" and "Part Of The Queue", two of the finest songs he's written in years. So what if one rips off The Kinks and the other The Stranglers? We're talking about Oasis, what did you expect?
As for Liam, his voice sounds great again, and his song writing has come on leaps and bounds since his previous efforts. "Love Like A Bomb" is a gentle acoustic number with beautiful twinkling piano and "The Meaning Of Soul" is another of the album's highlights. Imagine early b-side "Headshrinker" played acoustic, if you can. At only 1 minute 43 seconds it's practically gone before you know it, but still manages to leave you gasping. It's so good you could almost forgive Liam for the Standing On the Shoulder Of Giants lyrical atrocity that was "Little James". Almost...
Don't Believe the Truth is far from perfect. Andy Bell's Revolver-esque "Keep The Dream Alive" sounds like it was left over from the aforementioned flop Standing On the Shoulder Of Giants. What's more, album closer "Let There Be Love" is a typical Oasis ballad - but it sounds like it's looking backwards whilst the rest of the album tries to look to the future.
After the dust has settled, I doubt that this record will be hailed as a classic Oasis album, up there with Definitely Maybe or Morning Glory butit won't be forgotten. Hopefully it just might be remembered as the moment Oasis regained their sense of direction. --Simon Fernand
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
The quote mostly associated with this album by the music press was something like 'widely regarded as a return to form'. And yet, as a massive Oasis fan, I can't help but feel this album was a couple of decisions away from being a real classic. Or rather, there are a handful of songs on this album that are inches from being a return to form. And the reason I would argue that, is that in reality the combination that made Oasis one of the greatest bands in the history of British music was Liam Gallagher singing Noel Gallagher's songs. And there is a reason for that - both Gallagher brothers are brilliant, and are amongst the greatest ever in their chosen discipline.
Now no one can argue that the introduction to Oasis albums of songs written by Liam, Gem Archer and Andy Bell has meant that the songs Noel has contributed to an album are of a higher quality. He explained why this had happened himself - he simply had more time to work on the songs. The problem then, is not with songs being contributed by others, but with Noel's songs being sung, almost solely, by Noel. I would suggest that the only song on this album that it was necessary for Noel to sing is the great single The Importance of Being Idle, which with it's Kinks-esque chorus and lovely lyric is an Oasis classic. It also, of course, had a brilliant video (starring Rhys Ifans). Let There Be Love sends shivers down my spine throughout, especially when Noel comes in in the Middle 8. And Lyla, in some ways, was probably the best single since Morning Glory. But the chance to make Mucky Fingers one of the best Oasis songs of all time was there, but without Liam's growling vocals it becomes merely very good. Part of the Queue is a difficult one, but I can't help but think - if in doubt, let Liam do it. I'm certain that if either of those had been sung by the younger Gallagher, it would have been a single and a hit.
So what am I saying about the album - it is a return to form. The songs are great - particularly those written by Gallagher Snr. Particularly the singles. And yet, there is a feeling that we were inches from someone saying 'this is as good as Morning Glory'. Which is something that a lot of fans have been hoping for for a long time.
Now no one can argue that the introduction to Oasis albums of songs written by Liam, Gem Archer and Andy Bell has meant that the songs Noel has contributed to an album are of a higher quality. He explained why this had happened himself - he simply had more time to work on the songs. The problem then, is not with songs being contributed by others, but with Noel's songs being sung, almost solely, by Noel. I would suggest that the only song on this album that it was necessary for Noel to sing is the great single The Importance of Being Idle, which with it's Kinks-esque chorus and lovely lyric is an Oasis classic. It also, of course, had a brilliant video (starring Rhys Ifans). Let There Be Love sends shivers down my spine throughout, especially when Noel comes in in the Middle 8. And Lyla, in some ways, was probably the best single since Morning Glory. But the chance to make Mucky Fingers one of the best Oasis songs of all time was there, but without Liam's growling vocals it becomes merely very good. Part of the Queue is a difficult one, but I can't help but think - if in doubt, let Liam do it. I'm certain that if either of those had been sung by the younger Gallagher, it would have been a single and a hit.
So what am I saying about the album - it is a return to form. The songs are great - particularly those written by Gallagher Snr. Particularly the singles. And yet, there is a feeling that we were inches from someone saying 'this is as good as Morning Glory'. Which is something that a lot of fans have been hoping for for a long time.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This is a terrific return to form for Oasis, as the tracks here bristle with self-confidence and energy.
Much has been made of the shared songwriting, as Liam, Gem and Andy Bell chip in with some fine songs.
But Noel is really the star of the show. 'The Importance...Idle' is as good as anything he's ever written, and 'Mucky Fingers' & 'Part Of The Queue' find him stretching his wings into different styles.
Unlike the hideously underproduced 'Heathen Chemistry', 'Don't Believe..' sounds as strong as the songs. Producer Dave Sardy has done a great job in relighting the creative fire under Oasis.
A tremendous effort, with not a dud track on the disk. Highly recommended.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Great album all round. Just buy it your gonna like it!!
I would also recommend What's The Story Morning Glory, Be Here Now and Definitely Maybe.
I found the songs from Heathen Chemistry and Standing on the Shoulder of Giant's were all sounding the same to me when listening. Other Oais fan's may like them, but put it this way I did'nt like them at all.
Sorry Oasis but you went down hill during the early 2000's. But you back on track with Don't Believe The Truth. Keep it up lads!
I would also recommend What's The Story Morning Glory, Be Here Now and Definitely Maybe.
I found the songs from Heathen Chemistry and Standing on the Shoulder of Giant's were all sounding the same to me when listening. Other Oais fan's may like them, but put it this way I did'nt like them at all.
Sorry Oasis but you went down hill during the early 2000's. But you back on track with Don't Believe The Truth. Keep it up lads!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Keep the Dream Alive
I fully agree with MK741's on rateyourmusic website:
"Oasis's supposed "comeback" record is actually one of their worst. Read more
"Oasis's supposed "comeback" record is actually one of their worst. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Lord Anon
Don't Believe the Truth
Don't Believe the Truth is an outstanding album. Every song is pure gold, not just the singles. The Importance of Being Idle is one of my all time favourite songs and the album it... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Bella
Believe The Truth.
The reviews on this website make me laugh. This album was Oasis's best album in ten years. Songs like Turn Up The Sun, Mucky Fingers, Lyla, The Importance of being Idle, The... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Alternative Jack
Won't beat first 2 albums but close enough.
I remember buying this when it was first released and at irst like most people said they were not fussed on the album however like those same people I chose to carry on listiening... Read more
Published on 26 Oct 2009 by Ross1927
Behold, their greatest album in 10 years.
Although Be Here Now wasn't as bad as people say it is, it did loose Oasis alot of critical respect, especially after the albums that followed their 1997 release, but after 10... Read more
Published on 28 Jun 2009 by T.K
Hated it
Maybe two stars is generous..but maybe the other star is because its Oasis.....mainly for the name.
With the exception of Keep the Dream Alive or Lyla, this album is the... Read more
With the exception of Keep the Dream Alive or Lyla, this album is the... Read more
Published on 7 Mar 2009 by J. Healey
Don't Believe The Lies (and idiot reviews below)
Constructive criticism is one thing, but some of the scathing reviews I have read on here are nothing short of pathetic. Read more
Published on 21 Sep 2008 by Paul F
Worse than worst
Why the hell were the Gallaghers ever allowed to get near a recording studio. Ones is a loud mouth yob with a Lennon fixation. The other a talentless rip-off merchant. Read more
Published on 6 Sep 2008 by Ace Music Lover
Nice singles but propably their worst album.
Be Here Now is a pretty controversial album, standing on the shoulders is too. Heathen Chemistry seems to have bared the brunt of a critical and public shunning and this one for... Read more
Published on 26 Aug 2008 by D. A. Mcculloguh
The Future Is In This Album...
... for Oasis that is. It's certainly not on terms with their debut or follow up, but it easily surpasses anything most artists release these days. Read more
Published on 16 Jun 2008 by MDD
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