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Some would argue that drugs enhance the creative process and that artists, once sober, often see a decline in their innovative energy. Take, for instance, Aerosmith, a band whose work was considered more passionate during its drug-induced years. Of course, this says nothing about the brilliant artists that the world has lost too early because of substance abuse, but the point is nonetheless an interesting course of debate. Oasis' "drug" of choice has always been the friction between brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher (coupled, most likely, with a heavy dose of alcohol). If this conflict is removed, much like an artist going to rehab, is the band's music still powerful? Beady Eye's debut album partially answers this question. The band is essentially Oasis sans Noel Gallagher, who left the group in 2009 after yet another heated argument with his brother. This came on the heels of one of the band's strongest albums to date, "Dig Out Your Soul." Was this album enhanced by the conflict between the Gallagher brothers? I would argue yes. By contrast, Beady Eye's debut album is competent but lacking something -- perhaps the abrasion between Noel and Liam that forced Oasis to create great music. The Beatles influence is there, and "Four Letter Word" is a good single, but some ephemeral greatness is absent. A friend summarized this void perfectly: Beady Eye lacks the soul that Oasis had. There's no doubt that Liam is an accomplished musician with a strong career still ahead. But those pining for the days of "Morning Glory" had best look elsewhere.Read full review
love the extra footage of Liam & the band being interviewed as well as the Sons of the stage official video.
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