11 - What’s the Story: The Rise of Morning Glory

In this episode, we dive headfirst into What’s the Story Morning Glory?, the record that catapulted Oasis from cult heroes to global icons. Released in 1995, this album rewrote the rules of Britpop and delivered era-defining anthems like “Wonderwall,” “Don’t Look Back in Anger,” and “Champagne Supernova.”

We’ll explore how the band evolved from the raw aggression of Definitely Maybe to a more polished, stadium-filling sound without losing their edge. Hear how Noel Gallagher’s songwriting matured, how Liam’s vocals reached new heights, and how internal tensions started to bubble beneath the surface—even as the world embraced them as the biggest band on the planet.

From the chaotic recording sessions at Rockfield Studios to the cultural explosion that followed its release, this episode unpacks the legacy of Morning Glory—an album that wasn’t just a success, but a phenomenon.