But, Is He Actually Any Good?
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- Опубликовано: 17 янв 2023
- He's back! Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds have just released a new song yesterday called "Easy Now" and I think it may be the best thing I've heard from him in a while. The last song I covered didn't move me quite so much, but there's something about this that feels different. What do you think?
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Noels voice is on point , people don’t credit him enough as a singer
He sings good, beautiful vocals. But compared to the brother ... Not as exceptionnal.
I actually thought about it. Noel feels more like a good pop singer. While rock'n'roll just fits Liam better.
Good pop singer isn't bad. It's just less cool :p
Yeah because he is the guitarest for oasis
His voice is irritating and he was never a good front. Musician Ava sing writer yes! Singer he’s ok not bad but terrible terrible front man
@@noquarter9700 hes Better than his brother
@@SuperDavidGnomo Maybe from a technical stand point but LIam's voice is way more memorable. Noel's voice is very forgettable, though he can write exceptional songs. This is why Oasis worked so well, the brothers are better together than apart.
10:41
"Haters will say that isn't real."
Don't know why, but that made me chuckle. 😂👍
I know why
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Same
I've always felt that Noel had loads of tunes like this in the bank, but wanted to experiment and explore a bit.
. . . the follow up to this song is "Pretty Naff Video For An Average Song . . . ( . . . Dancing In Cars For No Reason Pt.2)"
There's praise from George Martin, and then criticism from an NME journalist - one carries a little less weight than another I'd argue
Since I was 17, Noel gallagher has soundtracked my life (46 now) So Whether it's to everyone's taste, I couldn't care less. His songs always move me. And every song he releases is always miles better than the shit we're delivered
What shit you're delivered?
Amen.
100% IN AGREEMENT WITH YOU
100%
Yep. I rarely get to travel. but when I do travel, it’s to see Noel in concert 🤓
Personally I’ve enjoyed a lot of the experimentation, and I feel that Noel has earned the right to do it. It is nice to know that he still has this stuff in his wheelhouse though!
Most of his music sounds the same... there's no surprises
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Maybe, but it depends on who you ask.
There are plenty of people that pretty much spent their lives listening to Oasis, the Beatles and other classic uk rock'n'roll bands. In their point of view Noel's gone too far in experimentation by changin his guitar tone, using a drum loop or a synth patch sound more reminiscent of disco/dance music perhaps than the usual rock/britpop-esque stuff.
Just listen to anything he's released between 2017-2020 and then compare it, for example, to his s/t solo-debut from 2011. There's a certain "evolution" audible there, although it's a matter of an opinion whether that's surprising or not.
@@paulharrisonadventuregearm5457 yeh it really doesn't though that's just the cool thing to say.
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I agree with you, it’s a bit like music to numbers…some sort of formula to making music.
Just bored with it really!
For sure. I've always assumed his Oasis and early solo sounds come very easy to him, and Who Built the Moon + the EP's were a way to challenge himself.
Awesome that you mention us in the beginning of your video👌
I’m calling these Noel’s audio hugs, it’s like the music wraps you in a big hug and goes everything’s nice and lovely and ok. Both this one and especially “trying to find a world that’s been and gone” which was my most played track last year.
Noel definitely deserves more credit for singing! He has an incredible voice
His voice is amazing
As Noel would say, "It's a tune." Really one of the better he's written since Oasis.
Agreed Pretty Boy felt like he was trying to be "woke" most of his Oasis songs are gender neutral anyways, just stick to that format and he's already there! But yes, agree he's back on track!
Which darkness album come on man
@@rookers1932 bruh... you people will find wokeness in anything. What was woke about it?
Rookers you people will find wokeness in anything. What was woke about it?
So our last great president was jfk . And Trump.
Another excellent and entertaining drop from the J Hawk. Strong song from Noel as well.
Love your voice in any octave! Thanks for another wonderful video. ❤️
I love most of Noel's solo stuff, but wasn't feeling the dance type music. It was OK, but this type of song is much more where his strengths lie. Really enjoyed this one.
“Sympathetic” is such a perfect word to describe the feel of that transition !
Easy Now, Pretty Boy, Flying on the Ground, Black star dancing, Dead on the water, We’re on our way now…he still the best songwriter out there.
Since 1994.
Agree with you but also Talk tonight and the dying of the light too.
Dont forget the best song he's written in the last 5 years: Wandering Star
@@dario384 a dream is all I need to get by is my fav
@@roisinmc7442 talk tonight is one of my fav but I spoken only for latest songs
Let’s not get carried away!
I really love the chorus. The melody is just so addictive, spectacularly good song from Noel
I love the chord sequences in this song. And even more, I absolutely love how much I learn about music technique and theory from watching this channel. Thanks JDH 🙏🎶❤
I have to say that I have veered into considering Liam someone with better material lately (and arguably a nicer guy on interviews), but there is something about Noel's singing and acoustic-Beatlesy music that just rings right. You know?
Happy to see him back on the horse. He's awesome live, btw.
I've always preferred Noel's voice to Liam's. Don't Look Back In Anger and Half The World Away were standout Oasis songs, and the vocal gymnastics on The Importance Of Being Idle are just exquisite! Oasis needed Liam to break through because he's rock and roll personified, but Noel never got the credit he deserved for his singing. These last two singles really showcase what a brilliant singer songwriter he is. Can't wait for the album
I knew you were going to react to this fast... Noel still has it, beautiful song! love your channel!
At the end of the video, she really was a high flying bird 😂
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The reason I love your channel is that you react honestly bud - perfect commentary.
I f**kin love ur vids. Ive discovered the Darkness lately, and i feel ashamed to be so late to the party. Absolutely masterful ❤️
It’s great! First time hearing this.
Noel is a great songwriter. He’s getting better - very impressive.
I fucking DIED when Justin said "Haters will say that isn't real" so blithely. I can't stand the Darnkess. It sounds silly to me. But I have come to love this man immensely and his fearless objectivity. Thanks for bringing more joy into my life.
The Darkness is silly. It has more knob gags than any other music I've ever heard. I was a super serious goth when it came out, and I laughed at a boy for liking the Darkness. Then something happened and I lightened up and realised they were genius :) just my opinion obviously, I just wanted to stand up for silliness :)
I can't believe I'm saying this, but those chord changes are beautiful and this song slaps. Also, you're even more beautiful when you're being silly, Justin. Thanks for showing me this song, I would have never heard it otherwise.
LMFAO !!! You said "it is I, Justin Hawkins", and RUclips captions said "Desire, Justin Hawkins". 😂🤣🤣😅🤣
I loved Oasis but I do really love his Flying Birds too, awesome songwriter.
Great video again love how you really honestly break songs down
Noel's never lost he's form in my opinion, the quality of he's solo work is biblical.
It's bloody good but not biblical
Well, there is a LOT. ;-)
@@MrSandalwood I've been listening to the Spotify playlist "This is Noel Gallaghers high flying birds" and it's just pure class the amount of great tunes and creativity is on another level.
His last record wasn’t great… it had good songs on it but it was a dud… and no, not because it didn’t sound like oasis. She taught me to fly the verses are terrible and the same can be said about other songs. His other 2 records and parts of his EP’s have been great.
Black and white sunshine on who built the moon sounds great as well but I doubt he could pull that off live
Agreed..
Never commented on your videos, but I feel I need to express how much I love your talent and analysis.
Thank You.
I smiled so much watching this because yesterday when the song was released I did exact the same thing and figured out all the chords and solo. Great sign when a song makes you want to pick up the guitar!
What a great video Justin! ❤
The chord move you mentioned at 5:10 also occurs in another well-known song: Great Gig in the Sky - Pink Floyd
My favourite YT channel. Very funny and good analysis. Keep it up JH
God you’re so good with the acoustic! Haven’t heard much of your stuff, but you do know music and you can express it on the acoustic, which is much tougher than piano… love it!
I'm glad to know acoustic guitar is tougher to figure out and play than piano. I was thinking maybe it was a personal issue, but it's good to know it's more generalized than that
Love the Scott Walker reference. Duchess is one of my favourite songs. Glad you appreciate Scott 4
Can I say Justin, that this is an amazing take, you playing some of the chords, commenting from a professional standpoint. You have a new subscriber in my man. I respect the opinions of those with the credentials to back them up :) good job!
ALL 👍👍👍thxs for riding again Justin
From Prescott AZ
Slightly hyperactive mood.😄
Love it!👌😁
Love it. Thank you for the analysis, Sir
I'd also love to hear Liam sing this song, although Noel does a great job with those high notes. This song is already my favorite of his solo career. So addictive. Thanks for the awesome video!
I enjoyed that video. In fact, I'm enjoying the channel. Thanks for the great videos 👍
Of course wed all prefer Liams "90's" singing voice which is legendary and unique. Will never be replicated. As it goes, we all get older and after decades the guy is just doesnt have the voice we all know and love, no ones fault really, happens to most rockstars unless your Justin Hawkins and take great care of the old vocal chords into old age! At this point, its Noels voice that is the "old familiar friend" to me. Noels voice has really taken on a life of its own and whether you care for HFB or not, he's re-branded himself apart from Oasis and im good with that. Oasis, Liam, Noel...Rock in Roll Hall of Famers in my book!
I personally love Noels voice at this stage of his career. It’s got a real warm/richness to it.
Yeah! Come to think of it if Liam sang it it'd probably be better. I mean I love Noel's voice but I just think this song would suit Liam more
Actually think Liam's voice has recovered somewhat in recent years
Liams delusional fans think his voice has recovered but it sounds horrific, really don't want a reunion especially if they make a new album. He butchers those classic Oasis songs.
@@DerekDerekDerekDerekDerekDerek totally agree. they can still do studio magic for his records but as far his live voice its shot to hell. hey it happens. Noel on the other hand, his voice is aging well. Will always love the rock Oasis the most, but NG’s takes on his old songs have been really good too.
Hes a British legend need I say more
A Manchester legend !!
Beautiful chords but also interesting meter in the verses with 3 instead of 4 bars in the opening. Love this
Excellent that man. Luv y' breakdown.
Cheers Justin! Enjoyed following along with you, thought it was pretty meh until your enthusiasm got me. "Pretty Boy" was dire, but this is a suprise. He's definitely got a knack for getting nice stuff out of the same old chords. It doesn't matter how much money, fame or controversy he has, it all still boils down to humbly sitting with that plank of wood with strings and crafting, using the raw talent he's had as a kid learning Beatles tunes in his bedroom - there's something really endearing about that! I had the exact same "Pink Floyd" thought as you for the Cminor to FsharpMaj verse chords, it's almost the same as "Breathe". Also the tracklist for the album includes World That's Been And Gone + Get There In The End, which were by far his most enjoyable output over the last few years, along with the string sessions he's posted, gives me hope.
😂😂 "it's a numbers game" that made me chuckle. Great work again 👍
Great video Justin! You always seem so incredibly natural and candid on camera, having just started a RUclips channel I’ve realised this is a skill that takes some time too achieve at least for me lol. Any advice ?
Really nice song!!I don't know why but Richard Ashcroft came to my mind...You are amazing Justin...
the strings are a touch of bitter sweet at the end but that was bitter sweet for Richard Ashcroft only until recently when the Rolling Stones finally give him the royalties for the. song
I love this new song. I’ve some of his stuff over the years to be a bit up and down but he’s found firm with this and Pretty Boy. Love it!
Noel always puts out quality music.... and he's got great hair.
I'll be there, I'll wait with my great hair.
@@DavidNorthMusic lol
Not going to lie, I've often wondered if the hair is fake, it's too good to be true especially at his age
@@PipeOPhile right? But RKID gets songwriting talent AND good hair- no wonder he’s a rock star.
Ooh yes it's gorgeous isn't it Chris. I bet you'd like to run your fingers through it Leuff
This song for me is an instant earworm! Great breakdown Justin
I can't wait for this album. It feels like a return to to classic Noel (don't tell him that). Even the album cover looks like an Oasis cover. Now let's just get RKID to make nice with brother and get an Oasis tour. I live in Florida and I'd HAVE to fly to the UK for that. I just want to see them communicate again. That'd be win enough for now.
id pay for for your flight if they get back together. id bloody love it!!!
great analysis j as usual!
As a musical artist Noel has really soared for me personally, love his new stuff
Hes channeling Sweet City Woman with that solo
Yeah totally! You beat me to it 😊 Stampeders!
Im truly amazed at how fast you find chords and notes. Im trying to learn that skill but takes so long i just scour the internet.
Being a huge fan since the beginning (saw the first Oasis US tour with Def Maybe), this is the best song he's written since his first solo record. Just haven't gotten into his solo stuff really except that first one. But this gave me that Little by Little and even Don't Look Back feeling again.
His second solo record is his best.
And Flying on the ground is better than Easy now.
NoelyG is a genius.
Dead in the water
Fun episode Justin 😁 great humor..heehee
Hey Justin - love the channel!! I’m a left hander, but I’ve always played guitar right-handed as any guitars I've had access to have been right handed. BUT when I play AIR guitar my natural inclination is to play left-handed, as it just feels natural. Do you think it would be beneficial to re-string my instruments essentially upside down and start over again, or carry on playing right-handed? Thanks!!
Noel Gallagher is the best songwriter of the last 30 years, genius of a generation.
Maybe between 94 and 2004, certainly not after that.
Absolutely in love with his new song.
im 28, im hoping that in my life time if I live long enough, that ill see the reunion that we are all waiting for.. The Gallagher Brothers
Yes, I am watching you in September 2026. I am glad RUclips has this new feature that you can leave comments on the original timeline.
Noel likes those pre song instrument drone or tune up intro... geez you've got a good ear Justin, so fast
I love Noel's guitar work
The world would love a spin on this from you and Dan be like a love is only the feeling vibe
Great review and oasis always had great things to say about the Darkness
i just missed my final exam at uni by accident, so i didn’t know what else to do other than watch justin hawkins rides again
just like when im listening to you Justin, boy howdy could i listen to noel talk all day
I saw The Darkness outside at the Borgata Casino in Atlantic City, NJ. The Darkness was my favorite band at the time and had just released Permission to Land. I had a small seizure a couple of days before the show and had gotten out of the hospital on the day of the show. My wife asked me if I wanted to skip the concert and I said Fuck no! John Mayer opened up for them or they opened up for John Mayer.... I don't know but I was in that audience with an eye patch on and Justin Hawkins and crew sounded freaking awesome! Thanks for that show man! I love your video posts!
Oo eer Justin you must be hot blooded, I'm enjoying this episode in thermals under a heated blanket 😂
He's got Darkness money, that central heating will be on full blast all day
I'm kinda surprised that My Generation has never been used as a commercial for a lost dogs home or something "people try to put us down, come and save us from the pound".
Petition to get Noel on a video with yourself! Would be a full circle moment! Love you Justin from Southend on sea!😊
I laughed myself silly with your funny reaction to her taking off. I'm still laughing now.
I was about to say before you said it....Really reminded me of a pink floyd track with some of the chord choices and the production (and especially that lovely hammond sitting under the chords). Totally agree about Liam singing this too, would have been the secret sauce but regardless, his best song in years! Great review as always Mr Hawkins, may you ride again.
Enjoyed that nice one
Oh im sure i herd noel say recently he didn’t play the solo most probably gem
Keep up the good work
Terrific song indeed!
I think this is Noel's best song for a while - chords, melody, nice solo, everything is pretty on point here.
Found this song because of this video. Saw him in Arkansas opening for the Pumpkins. I dig his voice to Liam’s. His earnest way of conveying the lyrics he wrote resonates a bit more w me.
It’s a great song. Reminds me of Sunday morning call in places.
Nice Review Justin! I Hope The Darkness come to South Korea!!!! plz
Love the flamenco tones fron the opening theme 🤗
I like like it when she took off and became a high flying bird. Great show again Justin 👍🎸
That em type chord you play in your intro song reminds me a lot of the song Guinnevere by Crosby stills Nash and young. One of my favorite folk songs ever
It’s a brilliant song and one of the best solos he ever played. Love love this song
I love your videos. I hope you are doing quite well sir. Enough said.
Agreed. Really reminds me one his underrated songs from his first solo album Wanna Live In a Dream In My Record Machine.
Guitar solo. Awesome. We need more of those these days. A classic sound. Nice.
I love how it goes from Em to Bm to F !!!
It's a good song with a soaring sound. Appropriate for a band called High Flying Birds. And Noel's voice is a beautiful voice. I understand why many people say he's bland compared to Liam.... but who isn't? Noel hits those high notes with an airy timbre.... that really only he can do.
Mr Hawkins you're so charismatic and funny i love your Channel !!!!!!!!
I love Noel’s new music so much
Here's to returning in 2026 to see how well this video did, how Justin has taken over the world with a massively popular RUclips channel, and the world is in a much better place!
Fingers crossed for it all, especially that last bit.....Cheers! 🤞😅🤞
Hello Justin, whenever I hear this NG song, Bee Gees Run to me pings in my head which has also reminded me I always hear Queens of the stone age, Go with the flow in NG song Do the damage. Thank you
yes! This is the Noel we all want!
I actually like this...and I honestly do not like anything the guys done for quite awhile now. Good on ya Noel! Awesome breakdown Justin, very well done sir 😎
Getting your videos in my news feed. Way to stay relevant! How do you do it?