Dude I decided to drunkenly message Tony one night on Facebook I sent a whole paragraph to him about how much I appreciate his destroyer drums and he sent me a while paragraph right back such a genuine guy it was so cool to a tally talk to a member of oasis
That is AMAZING!!! Thank you for sharing that with us! It's so nice to hear these things because it makes me a bigger fan of the person; in this case Tony McCarroll and he's gone up many, many notches in my book. Speaking of books, now I am definitely (not maybe) going to order his autobiography! Cheers!
Noel said in an interview recently (and no doubt on other occasions) how Definitely Maybe was the best, most complete Oasis Album. Tony by extension is no small part of why. I love Alan Whites drumming, but his later ghost snare & kick embellishments etc when covering the groups earlier tunes always grated with me. Those that know know, and Tony will forever be tied to the best era of that band. Wish him all the best, he inspired more drummers than he'll ever know.
i'd agree with that. there is nothing Whitey did post Tony that was particularly hard to play...maybe a bit more intricate, but not unattainable. And actually, Whiteys style was perhaps a little samey after a while. eg lots of that beat loosely based on the baggy sound. Ringo was never the best technical drummer...but its what he came up with that counts, the originality. i get that Tony's stuff was relatively basic, but this is what fitted the songs the best. Nobody wants extravagant fills and rolls in songs anyway (except maybe other drummers 🙂 )
So glad to see I’m not the only one who felt that way about Whitey. I loved him in the Morning Glory era but grew to despise his drumming by the end. Very samey to the point that you knew what the fills would be before you heard them. I’m probably one of the very few people out there that were actually relieved when he got sacked.
Tony’s drumming was awesome in DM, even if feels sloppier than White’s, which I find rather boring tbh. Minimalistic but with a punkish edge sadly lost afterwards. And lots of iconic drum riffs on that debut. It wouldn’t be the same without Tony’s drum sound, that’s for sure. A great lad too
From what I can gather, Tony McCarroll is a smashing bloke. What I know is that he was a smashing drummer, totemic to the rhythm section on an album and two singles that framed a wonderful time. It was so pure and exciting. It sounded amazing. What I also know is that he was subject to manipulation and bastardry at the whim of another human, and he was harmed, and his trajectory in life was taken from his control. It’s a credit to his strength and integrity that he is as affable and kind as he is. Fair play Tony. Thank you for enriching us - we remember it yeah. Cheers.
@@jamesmason1347Oasis themselves confirmed this in Supersonic...Mark Coyle and Noel acknowledged "it was like a pack of ferrel dogs exluding a puppy" They clearly didn't wanna break the cool mould and do it with dignity so made a complete arse of him.
I think it was the right choice, tbh. Exact same thing happened with Nirvana. And the Beatles. The drummer is the backbone of the band. The heartbeat. If you feel like youre not gelling then changes have to be made. Alan White was an incredible drummer, Oasis took off when he came in. Became the biggest band on Earth. That shows it was the right choice to make
Well done Brian, first time I’ve ever seen tony give an interview, he conducted himself well and with dignity, it’s a shame what happened to him but at least he looks back with pride at been in one the best British bands of their generation.
As a 15yr old Oasis came along at the right time, changed my life from the clothes I wore to walking round thinking I owned the place. Great interview from a great guy about the best band of my generation. All of you are legends in my eyes. Thankyou Tony Rock n Roll Star.
I was 22 in 1994 and not into the grunge scene here in America with the "woe is me" attitude. I couldn't identify with that mindset. We were newly adults and didn't have to deal with the perceived hardships of our youth anymore. It didn't make sense to wallow in it. We wanted to have a good time. Oasis capitalized on that feeling with the rave/acid house late 80s-early 90s vibe and turned it into guitar rock. Something that the Charlatans did a few years before.
Just hearing about 5 guys against the world, before all the fame and bullshit, is a beautiful thing. If you've been in a band, whether you made it or not, you know that feeling. There's nothing else like it
Hands down this is the best Oasis interview/informal chat/documentary or whatever you’d like to call it - ever. Well done to all involved, simply brilliant.
As a drummer myself, and also an Oasis fan, I’ve genuinely never understood all the hate around Tony. Never. So good to hear an interview with him. Thank you Brian and Tony.
The way I heard it, Noel & Tony grated on one another occasionally & Noel was the Guvnor, so that was that. I wonder if Tony found Noel & Owen aggressive in the studio & doing tracks again & again, alone, without the band to bounce off just didn’t suit his personality? It wouldn’t be that surprising. Such a different vibe, a studio, I guess?
@@GT380man I reckon NG's got one of them unexplainable mean streaks. I think we all knew someone like him when we were growing up. Could be great, but could be a proper shite at times too! Haaa
Tony stood up to Noel and Noel didn't like it. Plus look online to see what Owen Morris said about Tony's drumming. He said it wasn't the best, but his timing was perfect.
Tony was the drummer that inspired me to join a band and learn to play the drums after repeatedly listening to Definitely Maybe. I remember speaking to Nigel Clark (Dodgy) in 2017 after we’d opened for them at a gig; he was incredibly friendly and asked me who some of my favourite drummers were and I mentioned Tony as probably the main influence for me. He brought up the gig mentioned where oasis supported Dodgy and said he always thought Tony was a good drummer and respected that Tony was the drummer I picked as one of my favourite. Terrific video!
I’ve always loved Tony’s drumming, such a huge chunk of the sound on that first record and across the b sides. Look at the drum intros from the DM era - Supersonic, Live Forever, Cloudburst, Listen Up, all iconic parts of these amazing songs. Tony seems like a great guy too, ace video Brian - looking forward to the next one.
Huge Oasis fan here - changed my life. It wasn’t right what happened to you Tony. I hope you got a right few quid out of it at least. Thanks for the great times Tony and all the very best to you mate.
You’re an amazing part of the Oasis story Tony. Those beginning years are what made Oasis for me. You and Brian being able to flesh out your perspectives is just awesome.
Tony was a average drummer back then but the point is thay where a team and thay done him over thay should ov stuck together that interview got me for tony
He drummed on one of the biggest definitive debut albums of all time. As a drummer, he made those songs sound great . Humble man, who’s left a legacy he should be proud of. He’s OASIS full stop
Chris Sharrock stayed largely faithful to the album versions though, the only Oasis drummer post-Tony to do so. While that swingy-quarter note pulse thing became the Oasis "feel" from Morning Glory on, I'm surprised Chris was the only one to inject the straight 8ths feel back into the DM songs, live. Then again, if what Liam said is true for all the replacements, they wanted them to do what they do and don't feel you need to copy your predecessor(s).
I used to work in levenshulme in the early nighnties , drank in the sidings and blue bell after work. Had no idea these lads were starting something around there that would become so big.
Tony played on there best album no question. His legacy is set in stone forever. It must be heartbreaking to be let go by people you thought you'd take over the world with and who you consider brothers.
Reading his book at the min, seems so genuine and down to earth. Such an amazing drummer and definitely gave oasis its edge musically. Love his grit and determination to get through those times and he is a better man than me is the least I can say. Love and light to him ❤
Fantastic interview, Brian you are a natural, it was extremely insightful. Tony - thank you for your honesty, and even though most oasis fans believe you were treated poorly and unfairly you came across in this interview so humbled and certainly are not looking back in anger!
Apparently Alan white only got in the band because of him being Paul wellers nephew or cousin or something. I never thought he could drum as well as Tony. Just didn’t have the energy. Versatility. Sharpness. It just never sounded the same after DM. But ……such is life. Everything happens for a reason. Can’t question gods will. Good luck with all you do Tony mate. 👌💯🙏🏻
Its the first time I’ve seen Tony give an interview. What a nice fella. I enjoyed this interview so much. It wasn’t long enough. I could of listened to him for a lot longer. 😊
I don’t believe his firing was ultimately really about his drumming. From reading his book, it sounds like Tony wasn’t scared of Noel and Noel’s ego couldn’t handle that fact. With Alan McGee‘s support and lavish praise Noel was trying to transform himself and ascend to this godlike rock genius/leader of the band. During this period Tony still wanted to treat him like an equal but Noel couldn’t deal with it. I got the feeling that it’s almost like Noel couldn’t take himself seriously as the uber rockstar with someone from his youth there treating him like just a friend on the dole they were in a band with. It seems he had to have his ass kissed and be unchallenged in order to take himself seriously…and Tony wasn’t willing to do that. Guigsy and Bonehead were still willing to at that point so they stayed…for awhile. Liam wasn’t prepared to kiss ass either but he could sort of get away with it because he was the singer and Noel’s brother…for awhile. I have total respect for Noel’s songwriting genius and he’s probably an awesome guy to have a few pints of Guinness with. However, I think being in a band with him was a different story, at least back then. It really does seem that the rise of his ego, which again I feel like he needed in order to take himself seriously as a superstar rock God, got out of control and eventually drove everyone from that original band away from him. Like so many other rockstars before him he’s therefore ended up with hired hands and yes men vs true bandmates and the music has suffered. It almost seems like a bit of a Napoleonic complex to be honest, coupled with an inherent chip on his shoulder from growing up poor, but I’ll stop the armchair psychoanalysis there. Anyway, Tony is indeed a great drummer and should hold his head very high.
No no, very good points there, mate. Napoleonic complex is a fair assessment, and unfortunately afflicts many of us shortarses. I'm 5'5", I had the chance to support Oasis early in their trajectory, and then bumped into Noel in Harrods years later, he's maybe 5'6", 5'7" but no more, so, aware of his size, he is compelled to assert his will. That might have changed as he got older, me myself, I can't be arsed with all that nonsense anymore, although my family disagree haha!
Agree with alot of that. Tbh, Noel is a pr!ck who loves his own company. I don't mean that as an insult. It's just a result of his upbringing. He found solace in that guitar he learned to play on as a kid, and I have a feeling that Noel's only constant companion, the one thing he loves and can rely on is his guitar. After that, everything else is just business. Case is point, his wives! To be fair, there is no Oasis, no Live Forever or no Don't look back in Anger without Noel. I don't even think Liam is that irreplaceable because I think there's plenty of angry lads who can hold a tune. Noel did all the work, so he probably has every right to hire and fire band members. He's the one bringing in the money.
I was never that into Oasis (more of a Blur fan at the time) but I did like the sound of Definitely Maybe, it had that kind of rough punk edge to it. To me they were never the same afterwards, Alan White's drumming was much more intricate and I never thought it suited them. The only song on Morning Glory that had that same energy was Some Might Say, which is, coincidentally, the only song on the record that Tony drummed on.
Brilliant interview Brian mate!! Great company is microdot you must be very proud pal that you were apart of oasis greatest years and your fantastic album sleeves are so iconic 👌👍👍
Tony is held in high esteem by older oasis fans. Great drummer, especially pre oasis when they were the Rain. Check out See the Sun, Better let you know.
that first album was so damn good. One of the best records on the 90s. I always thought he was the best drummer for Oasis. They were better when they were more punk and harder.
Much respect to Tony, I love his drumming in the band. Alan tried to alternate tony's drum parts live but wasn't executed as well in my opinion. He was rhythmically and technically correct but lacks the edge that tony brought to the table. However Alan's drumming was amazing in all of the other tracks especially in songs like CHAMPAGNE SUPERNOVA, WONDERWALL, GO LET IT OUT etc.
As a drummer I can say it’s all about the sound, we can all play ghost notes and double kick fills etc etc but it all depends on what fits the tune, he definitely fit the sound of the first album….true respect
Loved this thanks very much. I was actually Whiteout's Drum Tech and was at the Oasis/Whiteout gig at the 100 club. I was also in the crowd at Glastonbury 1994. I think Tony's memory may have been a bit hazy (for obvious reasons), it was a little later in the afternoon and up to that point, I'd never seen a Pyramid stage crowd that big. It was more than 40,000. It was rammed packed all the way to the tree at the back. It was fucking mobbed!! Great memories. While I don't agree with Tony on him being able to do similar drumming to future records (He wasn't the Ringo triplet guy those records needed), there's absolutely no doubting his immense contribution to, in my opinion, not only by far the best Oasis album but one of the best albums of all time by anyone! Tony is such a nice guy and always comes across well in his interviews. What a legend.
Quality interview. Respect. He was an integral part of the band: the band beginning. There are two key moments in any band's life: how they began and how they ended. That first album would've been crap without him. The sales numbers proved that. Thank you both for the telling of history. ✌️❤
Tony, you played on the best Oasis album. An absolutely seminal work that went on to influence so many of us spotty teenagers in our bedrooms. Fond memories! I guess what I’m trying to say, is thank you.
There’s no question that Oasis was the best live when Tony was drumming. And he said it himself: he brought a “toughness” to their sound that Alan White lacked. You hear it in Live Forever live versus what’s on the record. When Tony and the band kick in, it just knocks you flat. When Tony does the two beats before “You gotta make it happen” in Cigs n Alcohol?! Fookin top man! It’s like the thunder of the Rock Gods! That’s first lineup was THE lineup of Oasis. And Oasis only went tits up bc Noel thought it was all about him. Still, I forgive him, he made the greatest album of all time. Also: Tony! Loved your book!
im a guitarist and i think to play with as a band ive noticed specifically that cig and alcohol has more balls to it than any of the other drummers used so im glad someone noticed it on that track that tony version is the best to my ear
Not that I know anything about drums but to a lay person hearing the difference between Mccarroll and white, mccarroll can tell is less technical/ has less finesse but played harder and more basic but made oasis sound more raw.
I remember an interview with Mani, which applies here and he was telling a story about the bass player from The Arctic Monkeys who was kicked out after their debut and he was saying "don't ever look at it as a bad thing. How many people can say they played on the biggest debut album in years". This applies here, Tony should be so fucking proud of himself and everything he/they achieved with him banging those skins.
Really great interview, such a humble guy Tony is. Love your videos Brian and like many went straight to the Scottish gig they did for Sony before it went bananas. Incredible gig and footage...
Met Tony & his mate Gav 'Jonesy' just after he left Oasis and all that - did a gig with him in Night & Day once or twice there ... all i remember in those times Tony was a lovely unassuming fella & can see he aint lost that, he's the original Oasis for sure - the bands true sound & soul came from the real life people who founded it & expressed it... keep going for it Tony!
Very few people have ever been in Tony’s position and even fewer have got through it to tell the tale. What a tower of strength and lovely chap. He’s made history with his superb drumming.
Amazing interview..Tony an absolute gentleman and was hard done by I honestly think..He would have definitely done them other albums..Great Interview Brian mate love your Channel 👍👍👍
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Tony, we all love ya man! You played on the greatest debut album of all time, and played well! Nobody can take that away from you.
Drop the debut
Mad respect for Tony , and such a humble gentleman 🙌🏻
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@@Microdot 😂😂😂
Spot on mate
Dude I decided to drunkenly message Tony one night on Facebook I sent a whole paragraph to him about how much I appreciate his destroyer drums and he sent me a while paragraph right back such a genuine guy it was so cool to a tally talk to a member of oasis
That is AMAZING!!! Thank you for sharing that with us! It's so nice to hear these things because it makes me a bigger fan of the person; in this case Tony McCarroll and he's gone up many, many notches in my book. Speaking of books, now I am definitely (not maybe) going to order his autobiography! Cheers!
Wholesome & based.
Noel said in an interview recently (and no doubt on other occasions) how Definitely Maybe was the best, most complete Oasis Album. Tony by extension is no small part of why. I love Alan Whites drumming, but his later ghost snare & kick embellishments etc when covering the groups earlier tunes always grated with me. Those that know know, and Tony will forever be tied to the best era of that band. Wish him all the best, he inspired more drummers than he'll ever know.
i'd agree with that. there is nothing Whitey did post Tony that was particularly hard to play...maybe a bit more intricate, but not unattainable. And actually, Whiteys style was perhaps a little samey after a while. eg lots of that beat loosely based on the baggy sound. Ringo was never the best technical drummer...but its what he came up with that counts, the originality. i get that Tony's stuff was relatively basic, but this is what fitted the songs the best. Nobody wants extravagant fills and rolls in songs anyway (except maybe other drummers 🙂 )
@@markd7013 😅😅😅😅😅 You’re funny
Absolutely brilliantly stated. Spot on.
So glad to see I’m not the only one who felt that way about Whitey. I loved him in the Morning Glory era but grew to despise his drumming by the end. Very samey to the point that you knew what the fills would be before you heard them. I’m probably one of the very few people out there that were actually relieved when he got sacked.
Tony’s drumming was awesome in DM, even if feels sloppier than White’s, which I find rather boring tbh. Minimalistic but with a punkish edge sadly lost afterwards. And lots of iconic drum riffs on that debut. It wouldn’t be the same without Tony’s drum sound, that’s for sure. A great lad too
From what I can gather, Tony McCarroll is a smashing bloke.
What I know is that he was a smashing drummer, totemic to the rhythm section on an album and two singles that framed a wonderful time. It was so pure and exciting. It sounded amazing.
What I also know is that he was subject to manipulation and bastardry at the whim of another human, and he was harmed, and his trajectory in life was taken from his control. It’s a credit to his strength and integrity that he is as affable and kind as he is.
Fair play Tony. Thank you for enriching us - we remember it yeah. Cheers.
What do you mean by manipulation and bastardry?
@@jamesmason1347 i DON'T THINK HE KNOWS FFS
@@jamesmason1347Oasis themselves confirmed this in Supersonic...Mark Coyle and Noel acknowledged "it was like a pack of ferrel dogs exluding a puppy" They clearly didn't wanna break the cool mould and do it with dignity so made a complete arse of him.
As a founding member of Oasis, Tony will always be a legend 🙌
There would be no Oasis without Tony McCarroll. All the best mate 🥁 🎶
His beat on Supersonic was the first thing I heard by Oasis
@Lee Jones
Precisely. Without Tony oasis would have never been.
I think it was the right choice, tbh. Exact same thing happened with Nirvana. And the Beatles. The drummer is the backbone of the band. The heartbeat. If you feel like youre not gelling then changes have to be made. Alan White was an incredible drummer, Oasis took off when he came in. Became the biggest band on Earth. That shows it was the right choice to make
@@signoguns8501was it?!
The drummer on one the best albums of all time. Cheers Tony. 👍💯
Well done Brian, first time I’ve ever seen tony give an interview, he conducted himself well and with dignity, it’s a shame what happened to him but at least he looks back with pride at been in one the best British bands of their generation.
Tony's book is very good
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I’ll need to get a copy of Tony’s book. I did heard it was a good read.
@@BeneathTheGold James Hargreaves Guitar refers to it a lot when building his documentaries, which are very enjoyable.
@@GT380man James Hargreaves defended Tom Meighan which should finish him on TH-cam
@@xyzxyz997 🤣🤣🤣..i bet you've a Ukraine flag in your fb profile
As a 15yr old Oasis came along at the right time, changed my life from the clothes I wore to walking round thinking I owned the place. Great interview from a great guy about the best band of my generation. All of you are legends in my eyes. Thankyou Tony Rock n Roll Star.
Hear hear. Petition for TM to play drums in live 25
I was 22 in 1994 and not into the grunge scene here in America with the "woe is me" attitude. I couldn't identify with that mindset. We were newly adults and didn't have to deal with the perceived hardships of our youth anymore. It didn't make sense to wallow in it. We wanted to have a good time. Oasis capitalized on that feeling with the rave/acid house late 80s-early 90s vibe and turned it into guitar rock. Something that the Charlatans did a few years before.
Walking around like you owned the place 😂😂😂 is your name Perry?
His drumming is immortalised on a brilliant album, and that will never change. I hope he's happy and doing well.
If anyone can ever get an interview with Guigsy that would be a huge accomplishment😂
Is there bud
Not while the cricket is on mate.
Haha he's happy isn't he
The way Guigsy is supposed to have treated TM makes him sound like a bit of a prick anyway.
Hes too busy watching the entire run of doctor who & the cricket and football
Met Tony in a Bar in Glasgow couple of years ago. He is an absolute gentleman and very humble. Total Geezer..
Just hearing about 5 guys against the world, before all the fame and bullshit, is a beautiful thing. If you've been in a band, whether you made it or not, you know that feeling. There's nothing else like it
Absolutely superb and honest interview, founding member of Oasis and that can't be taken away from you Tony by anyone .... Legend.
Hands down this is the best Oasis interview/informal chat/documentary or whatever you’d like to call it - ever.
Well done to all involved, simply brilliant.
Cheers Robert!
As a drummer myself, and also an Oasis fan, I’ve genuinely never understood all the hate around Tony. Never. So good to hear an interview with him. Thank you Brian and Tony.
The way I heard it, Noel & Tony grated on one another occasionally & Noel was the Guvnor, so that was that. I wonder if Tony found Noel & Owen aggressive in the studio & doing tracks again & again, alone, without the band to bounce off just didn’t suit his personality? It wouldn’t be that surprising. Such a different vibe, a studio, I guess?
Alan White was a trained drummer tony wasn't,
@@GT380man I reckon NG's got one of them unexplainable mean streaks. I think we all knew someone like him when we were growing up. Could be great, but could be a proper shite at times too! Haaa
I couldn’t agree more with this comment.
Tony stood up to Noel and Noel didn't like it. Plus look online to see what Owen Morris said about Tony's drumming. He said it wasn't the best, but his timing was perfect.
Lots of love for Tony. A legend.
Tony was the drummer that inspired me to join a band and learn to play the drums after repeatedly listening to Definitely Maybe. I remember speaking to Nigel Clark (Dodgy) in 2017 after we’d opened for them at a gig; he was incredibly friendly and asked me who some of my favourite drummers were and I mentioned Tony as probably the main influence for me. He brought up the gig mentioned where oasis supported Dodgy and said he always thought Tony was a good drummer and respected that Tony was the drummer I picked as one of my favourite. Terrific video!
I’ve always loved Tony’s drumming, such a huge chunk of the sound on that first record and across the b sides. Look at the drum intros from the DM era - Supersonic, Live Forever, Cloudburst, Listen Up, all iconic parts of these amazing songs. Tony seems like a great guy too, ace video Brian - looking forward to the next one.
That’s the first interview I’ve ever heard from Tony, what a genuinely nice man he is. Great interview btw. 👍
Great interview! Tony comes off as an articulate and likeable guy, best to him.
Huge Oasis fan here - changed my life. It wasn’t right what happened to you Tony. I hope you got a right few quid out of it at least. Thanks for the great times Tony and all the very best to you mate.
You’re an amazing part of the Oasis story Tony. Those beginning years are what made Oasis for me. You and Brian being able to flesh out your perspectives is just awesome.
Tony was a average drummer back then but the point is thay where a team and thay done him over thay should ov stuck together that interview got me for tony
Great interview. Tony comes across as not bitter and with lots of dignity. Top man.
There is no doubt that the drumming is raw and aggressive on DM. There after the drumming (and Bass), never caught that feeling again. Awesome time!
What a lovely bloke
Thank you so much Tony, your drumms are still being listened to around the world (greetings from Chile)
Thanks Tony. You all made something very special to many people. Good that you don't look back in anger....
What a gent 👏🏻 met Tony after the royal court gig in Liverpool December 94. Was a really nice genuine fella back then too 😊
He drummed on one of the biggest definitive debut albums of all time. As a drummer, he made those songs sound great . Humble man, who’s left a legacy he should be proud of. He’s OASIS full stop
Tony’s drumming on bring it on down was absolutely excellent
No one hit the oasis drums harder than Tony. His tone and intensity on songs like supersonic and bring it on down was never replicated by Alan White.
Would love to hear Tony play with Liam again.
Chris Sharrock stayed largely faithful to the album versions though, the only Oasis drummer post-Tony to do so. While that swingy-quarter note pulse thing became the Oasis "feel" from Morning Glory on, I'm surprised Chris was the only one to inject the straight 8ths feel back into the DM songs, live. Then again, if what Liam said is true for all the replacements, they wanted them to do what they do and don't feel you need to copy your predecessor(s).
@@Robinjupton
yeah wouldn’t that be awesome. Get Tony to play drums at his gigs as a massive two fingers to Noel😂
Love Tony's vibe. Much needed for Oasis. Have a great life!
Amazing interview. Great to see Tony enjoying this too. Love the Live Forever version at Gleneagles, best for me
I used to work in levenshulme in the early nighnties , drank in the sidings and blue bell after work. Had no idea these lads were starting something around there that would become so big.
Tony played on there best album no question. His legacy is set in stone forever. It must be heartbreaking to be let go by people you thought you'd take over the world with and who you consider brothers.
Enjoyed the interview. Definitely Maybe is such a great album. What a privilege to have been a part of it. Cheers to Tony.
Respect to Tony. Genuine guy ❤
Tony was the best Oasis drummer hands down. He just got it. Seems like a really nice guy and really not bitter even though he should be.
Wonder what the line up for this come backmwill be.
Reading his book at the min, seems so genuine and down to earth. Such an amazing drummer and definitely gave oasis its edge musically. Love his grit and determination to get through those times and he is a better man than me is the least I can say. Love and light to him ❤
Tony’s life must be good he doesn’t seem to resent the past just comes across as a truthful gentleman
Great little interview this Brian, Nice one mate!
Brilliant interview and Tony comes across as a real gentleman and reasonable! A big part of oasis history,oasis Ireland 🇮🇪 always proud of you
Brilliant interview always loved Tony's drumming wish he could have ridden it a bit longer. Glad to see he's well!
Fantastic interview, Brian you are a natural, it was extremely insightful. Tony - thank you for your honesty, and even though most oasis fans believe you were treated poorly and unfairly you came across in this interview so humbled and certainly are not looking back in anger!
Apparently Alan white only got in the band because of him being Paul wellers nephew or cousin or something. I never thought he could drum as well as Tony. Just didn’t have the energy. Versatility. Sharpness. It just never sounded the same after DM. But ……such is life. Everything happens for a reason. Can’t question gods will. Good luck with all you do Tony mate. 👌💯🙏🏻
His contribution to their sound and identity is so underrated/appreciated.
What a sincere and all round great bloke Top Man ! If Oasis did ever reunite, it would have to be the original line. That would be special
Its the first time I’ve seen Tony give an interview. What a nice fella. I enjoyed this interview so much. It wasn’t long enough. I could of listened to him for a lot longer. 😊
I don’t believe his firing was ultimately really about his drumming. From reading his book, it sounds like Tony wasn’t scared of Noel and Noel’s ego couldn’t handle that fact. With Alan McGee‘s support and lavish praise Noel was trying to transform himself and ascend to this godlike rock genius/leader of the band. During this period Tony still wanted to treat him like an equal but Noel couldn’t deal with it. I got the feeling that it’s almost like Noel couldn’t take himself seriously as the uber rockstar with someone from his youth there treating him like just a friend on the dole they were in a band with. It seems he had to have his ass kissed and be unchallenged in order to take himself seriously…and Tony wasn’t willing to do that.
Guigsy and Bonehead were still willing to at that point so they stayed…for awhile. Liam wasn’t prepared to kiss ass either but he could sort of get away with it because he was the singer and Noel’s brother…for awhile. I have total respect for Noel’s songwriting genius and he’s probably an awesome guy to have a few pints of Guinness with. However, I think being in a band with him was a different story, at least back then. It really does seem that the rise of his ego, which again I feel like he needed in order to take himself seriously as a superstar rock God, got out of control and eventually drove everyone from that original band away from him. Like so many other rockstars before him he’s therefore ended up with hired hands and yes men vs true bandmates and the music has suffered. It almost seems like a bit of a Napoleonic complex to be honest, coupled with an inherent chip on his shoulder from growing up poor, but I’ll stop the armchair psychoanalysis there. Anyway, Tony is indeed a great drummer and should hold his head very high.
No no, very good points there, mate. Napoleonic complex is a fair assessment, and unfortunately afflicts many of us shortarses. I'm 5'5", I had the chance to support Oasis early in their trajectory, and then bumped into Noel in Harrods years later, he's maybe 5'6", 5'7" but no more, so, aware of his size, he is compelled to assert his will. That might have changed as he got older, me myself, I can't be arsed with all that nonsense anymore, although my family disagree haha!
You might be onto something.
Agree with this analysis. It was always very apparent that NG had a huge chip on his shoulder. Surprised not many people picked up on this
Agree with alot of that. Tbh, Noel is a pr!ck who loves his own company. I don't mean that as an insult. It's just a result of his upbringing. He found solace in that guitar he learned to play on as a kid, and I have a feeling that Noel's only constant companion, the one thing he loves and can rely on is his guitar. After that, everything else is just business. Case is point, his wives!
To be fair, there is no Oasis, no Live Forever or no Don't look back in Anger without Noel. I don't even think Liam is that irreplaceable because I think there's plenty of angry lads who can hold a tune. Noel did all the work, so he probably has every right to hire and fire band members. He's the one bringing in the money.
I was never that into Oasis (more of a Blur fan at the time) but I did like the sound of Definitely Maybe, it had that kind of rough punk edge to it. To me they were never the same afterwards, Alan White's drumming was much more intricate and I never thought it suited them. The only song on Morning Glory that had that same energy was Some Might Say, which is, coincidentally, the only song on the record that Tony drummed on.
Brilliant interview Brian mate!! Great company is microdot you must be very proud pal that you were apart of oasis greatest years and your fantastic album sleeves are so iconic 👌👍👍
Thank you for this! Still love Tony! ❤
"He wasnt a Liam Gallagher, then again... who is" 😎🎤🎸
Tony is held in high esteem by older oasis fans. Great drummer, especially pre oasis when they were the Rain. Check out See the Sun, Better let you know.
Im young (22) and i also preffer him
that first album was so damn good. One of the best records on the 90s. I always thought he was the best drummer for Oasis. They were better when they were more punk and harder.
My thoughts exactly
Definitely Maybe had way more guts than Morning Glory . Def Maybe album is the biz 💯
Great comments. I agree with every single one in this thread.
Massive respect for both of you! Legends!
Thank you Tony. You're an indispensable part of the best album by the best band in the world. Respect.
I’d love to see the original line up play again, won’t happen but I’d love to see it.
Much respect to Tony, I love his drumming in the band. Alan tried to alternate tony's drum parts live but wasn't executed as well in my opinion. He was rhythmically and technically correct but lacks the edge that tony brought to the table. However Alan's drumming was amazing in all of the other tracks especially in songs like CHAMPAGNE SUPERNOVA, WONDERWALL, GO LET IT OUT etc.
You're an absolute Legend Tony!! thank you !!!!!!
As a drummer I can say it’s all about the sound, we can all play ghost notes and double kick fills etc etc but it all depends on what fits the tune, he definitely fit the sound of the first album….true respect
Loved this thanks very much. I was actually Whiteout's Drum Tech and was at the Oasis/Whiteout gig at the 100 club. I was also in the crowd at Glastonbury 1994. I think Tony's memory may have been a bit hazy (for obvious reasons), it was a little later in the afternoon and up to that point, I'd never seen a Pyramid stage crowd that big. It was more than 40,000. It was rammed packed all the way to the tree at the back. It was fucking mobbed!! Great memories.
While I don't agree with Tony on him being able to do similar drumming to future records (He wasn't the Ringo triplet guy those records needed), there's absolutely no doubting his immense contribution to, in my opinion, not only by far the best Oasis album but one of the best albums of all time by anyone! Tony is such a nice guy and always comes across well in his interviews. What a legend.
Tony and Paul were the backbone of the band, the rest of them were just lucky to be in the right place at the right time.
There will always be love and respect for Tony! ♡♡
This was great. Thank you both for making it happen.
Top bloke no one can take it away from him he was part of why DM sounded so good
Always respect to you Tony! At the end of the day it becomes night and then it's day again. All the best matey
Great to meet you in Drogheda a few years back Tony. Really enjoyed listening to your stories.
Quality interview. Respect. He was an integral part of the band: the band beginning. There are two key moments in any band's life: how they began and how they ended. That first album would've been crap without him. The sales numbers proved that. Thank you both for the telling of history.
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What a top bloke Tony is by the way. Great interview
Many, many thanks Brian and Tony!
I worked with Tony on the gas he’s a proper legend him and his wife sue lovely people
Definitely Maybe was life changing for me, I still listen to that albumn at least once a week. Thank you Tony. :-)
Tony comes across like a great guy. Great chat
what a nice humble man. good on you
Tony, you played on the best Oasis album. An absolutely seminal work that went on to influence so many of us spotty teenagers in our bedrooms. Fond memories! I guess what I’m trying to say, is thank you.
There’s no question that Oasis was the best live when Tony was drumming. And he said it himself: he brought a “toughness” to their sound that Alan White lacked. You hear it in Live Forever live versus what’s on the record. When Tony and the band kick in, it just knocks you flat. When Tony does the two beats before “You gotta make it happen” in Cigs n Alcohol?! Fookin top man! It’s like the thunder of the Rock Gods! That’s first lineup was THE lineup of Oasis. And Oasis only went tits up bc Noel thought it was all about him. Still, I forgive him, he made the greatest album of all time.
Also: Tony! Loved your book!
im a guitarist and i think to play with as a band ive noticed specifically that cig and alcohol has more balls to it than any of the other drummers used so im glad someone noticed it on that track that tony version is the best to my ear
Not that I know anything about drums but to a lay person hearing the difference between Mccarroll and white, mccarroll can tell is less technical/ has less finesse but played harder and more basic but made oasis sound more raw.
Tony - please pull Guigsy out of hiding and have him sit down with Brian. It’s time.
Great watch and hat's off always a pleasure
A nice groove on the drums from Tony Mc. Played on Oasis' best album. Top man.
Besides what he was involved in which is amazing, He is just one beautiful human being, Hope you are going well Tony
30 years ago DM was the reason I started to play instruments, and Tony was a distinctive part of that. So thanks, Tony!
I remember an interview with Mani, which applies here and he was telling a story about the bass player from The Arctic Monkeys who was kicked out after their debut and he was saying "don't ever look at it as a bad thing. How many people can say they played on the biggest debut album in years". This applies here, Tony should be so fucking proud of himself and everything he/they achieved with him banging those skins.
Really great interview, such a humble guy Tony is. Love your videos Brian and like many went straight to the Scottish gig they did for Sony before it went bananas. Incredible gig and footage...
My bro filmed that footage at the boardwalk, great tune
Tony seems like a really lovely bloke. I was in Burnage last week.
Great drummer . Great feel and soul . Intergral part of the sound .
Met Tony & his mate Gav 'Jonesy' just after he left Oasis and all that - did a gig with him in Night & Day once or twice there ... all i remember in those times Tony was a lovely unassuming fella & can see he aint lost that, he's the original Oasis for sure - the bands true sound & soul came from the real life people who founded it & expressed it... keep going for it Tony!
Thanks Tony! Much respect.
Tonys book is a must read for any oasis fan.
Gives a good insight into the early years.
Thanks from Canada lads.
I would have loved it if Liam had brought Tony out at Knebworth for a few Definitely Maybe numbers saying he missed the first Knebworth.
Very few people have ever been in Tony’s position and even fewer have got through it to tell the tale. What a tower of strength and lovely chap. He’s made history with his superb drumming.
Fantastic. Tony has got such a good outlook on the whole situation. Classy
This interview is a jewel! Thanks a lot
Really good interview - thanks for doing this Microdot - i love your Mancinterview technique
Amazing interview..Tony an absolute gentleman and was hard done by I honestly think..He would have definitely done them other albums..Great Interview Brian mate love your Channel 👍👍👍
Top lad, Tony. Owns a piece of musical history no matter what anybody says. Amazing drumming on a legendary album. Can't take that shit away.
Superb interview, a fan just like the rest of us. 🤟