Oasis nearly abandoned their sixth studio album after a disastrous initial recording session
In short: Released in 2005, Don't Believe the Truth marked a creative turning point for Oasis. After a failed collaboration with Death in Vegas, the band scrapped their early work and embraced a collaborative songwriting process. The result was a critical success, a massive world tour, and seven million copies sold worldwide.
The recording of Don't Believe the Truth was far from straightforward. Initial sessions began in January 2004 at Sawmills Studios in Cornwall with the production team Death in Vegas. However, the band was dissatisfied with the output, leading Noel Gallagher to famously remark that they were attempting to polish a turd. Of the ten songs worked on during this period, Noel felt six were not even good enough to serve as B-sides. The project stalled, and the band took a break to write new material.
When the band reconvened at Wheeler End Studios, Noel Gallagher took over production duties. This era saw a shift in the group's dynamic, as songwriting responsibilities were divided among all members rather than resting solely with Noel. The album also featured the debut of Zak Starkey on drums, who joined the band following the departure of longtime drummer Alan White. This collaborative approach was widely praised by critics, who viewed the record as the band's strongest work in a decade.
The album's rollout faced its own hurdles. The lead single, Lyla, was a last-minute addition chosen by the label, featuring a remixed demo by Dave Sardy. In May 2005, the entire album leaked online after Apple Inc. accidentally made it available early on the German iTunes Music Store. Despite these complications, the album reached number one on the UK Albums Chart and became a staple of music magazine rankings, including Q Magazine and Mojo. It ultimately supported a massive 113-concert tour across 26 countries, reaching an audience of 3.2 million people.
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