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"In the early days, it was actually Oasis supporting us, but that changed very quickly. I suppose it was easy to look at what was happening to Oasis and think, ‘I want a bit of that’": Former Verve guitarist Nick McCabe on Britpop and musical inspiration

“I could never see the connection with the Verve, really," says McCabe. "I had nothing against Britpop at all and there was some amazing music that came out of it, but it wasn’t the sound that we wanted to make"

MusicRadar · Jan 27, 2025

The Very Best Of Talk Talk to be reissued on double vinyl and CD in March

New version of post-rock legends Talk Talk's Best Of has been re-ordered to run chronologically

Louder · Jan 22, 2025

John Lewis spark disappointment and tears as 2024 Christmas advert divides opinion

Some viewers have been left emotional while others have called it ‘the worst one yet’

The Independent UK · Nov 14, 2024

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John Lewis Christmas ad stars sister in last-minute dash back in time

Richard Ashcroft, the former Verve frontman, provides the soundtrack with his original song Sonnet.

The Independent UK · Nov 14, 2024

Who sings ‘Sonnet’, the song featured in the 2024 John Lewis Christmas advert?

Richard Ashcroft’s acoustic rendition of The Verve’s 1998 single ‘Sonnet’ features after the musician was announced as an opening act for Oasis’s 2025 reunion

The Independent UK · Nov 14, 2024

John Lewis Christmas advert stars sister in dash for perfect gift at flagship Oxford Street store

Richard Ashcroft, the former Verve frontman, provides the soundtrack with his original song Sonnet

Evening Standard · Nov 14, 2024

Wrangling with Abba, risking jail for the Stone Roses … the lawyer behind pop’s big spats

John Kennedy sparred with the Swedes over Mamma Mia! and took on the Rolling Stones for Richard Ashcroft – he tells us why he’s still arguing with Bob Geldof after 40 years

The Guardian - UK · Nov 5, 2024

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Richard Ashcroft confirmed as special guest for Oasis tour

The former Verve frontman is a close friend of both Noel and Liam Gallagher

Evening Standard · Oct 21, 2024

Richard Ashcroft confirmed as Oasis support for UK and Ireland shows

Ashcroft said that Noel and Liam Gallagher had inspired some of his ‘best work’ as he declares it’s time to ‘create more memories’

The Independent UK · Oct 21, 2024

Richard Ashcroft named as support act for Oasis reunion tour

Former Verve frontman says ‘the songwriting talent of Noel and Liam’s pure spirit as a lead singer helped to inspire me to create some of my best work’

The Guardian - UK · Oct 21, 2024

Oasis UK and Ireland tour support acts 'revealed' as fellow 90s icons

It is reported the two acts have with long-standing ties to the Gallagher brothers

Evening Standard · Oct 16, 2024

Oasis support acts for UK and Ireland tour revealed

Exclusive: Source close to the band confirms two opening acts, both who have a long history with the Gallagher brothers, for their sold-out 2025 tour

The Independent UK · Oct 16, 2024

Things are looking up for Newcastle's city skyline

Six towers are set to transform the precinct

Newcastle Herald · Oct 10, 2024

Oasis tickets: What other indie bands could go on tour in Britpop renaissance?

Never say never....

Evening Standard · Sep 9, 2024

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Louder · Sep 6, 2024

“One of the most singular, unique and influential catalogues in music history.” Every Talk Talk album ranked from worst to best

The complete studio output of Mark Hollis' groundbreaking, hugely influential band, re-reviewed and ranked

Louder · Sep 4, 2024

10 great Britpop-era indie bands who could reform to ease the pain of fans who missed out on Oasis tickets

Bummed at missing out on Oasis tickets? Us too. The Verve, Supergrass, Elastica, Super Furries... we need you back now, please

Ideal Home · Jun 26, 2024

How to grow peppers from seed to sweeten up your kitchen garden

Delicious and colourful, knowing how to grow peppers from seed will brighten up a south facing windowsill or vegetable patch for next to nothing

Louder · Apr 22, 2024

Your essential guide to every album by The Verve

When they weren't splitting up on a monthly basis, The Verve made some fabulous records

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Creative Bloq · Apr 19, 2024

OK, I think I may have found the best office chair for creatives

I've reviewed chairs for years, but this is the one I'd recommend to most people working from home.

Guitar World · Apr 15, 2024

“I send two delays out to an amp each and pan them. You get this glorious wash that makes you feel like you’re on drugs”: With Oceansize, Mike Vennart influenced a generation of progressive guitarists – and he’s not ruling out a reunion

The Empire State Bastard riff-meister and Biffy Clyro guitarist has produced some of his best work with his latest solo album, Forgiveness & The Grain. He breaks down his otherworldly tone secrets, and explains what made The Verve’s Nick McCabe a guitar Jedi – and why the Pro Co Rat…

Evening Standard · Apr 4, 2024

Best greens powder to add essential nutrients to your diet

Are the pervasive plantshakes worth the hype?

John Orloff Signs With UTA For Representation In All Areas

John Orloff, co-creator of Masters of the Air, signs with UTA after success with A Mighty Heart and Legend of the Guardians. Masters of the Air, a sequel t...

T3 · Jan 17, 2024

This superfood ingredient has twice the amount of protein than a steak

Looking to increase your protein intake? This is exactly what you need

WEKU · Nov 12, 2023

For the first time, gene-editing provides hints for lowering cholesterol

Researchers report the first results from a study testing the revolutionary gene-editing technique known as CRISPR for cutting high cholesterol.

The Guardian - UK · Jul 17, 2023

‘Suddenly misfits became pop stars, and we were part of it’: How Jo Whiley and Steve Lamacq made Radio 1’s Evening Session

We were going to all these gigs and it was like all these bands – Suede, Blur, Oasis, the Verve – were our mates down the pub. There was no fakery or pretence

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