If you are new to collecting Oasis CDs then you have probably realised that there are hundreds and hundreds of CD's out there for you to find and looking deep into the "My Oasis Collection" website doesn't really help you.
What I've tried to do below is "showcase" what are, in my opinion, some of the Oasis CDs that will immediately make you think that your collection is starting to look a little special. The majority of these are Promo CDs, as you would expect, however there are a couple of official releases in there too. Building a collection takes time and in some cases a lot of money. Every CD listed below should, with a little patience, be obtainable and should not break the bank. Obviously if you just buy the first copy you see then you may finish up paying more than you ought to so take you time to look around.
The CDs I've chosen to include in this section are not only obtainable and affordable, as many CDs are, but they offer something special. For example, it might be the stunning artwork or it might be the content or simply the uniqueness of the item. For whatever reason, take a look and decide for yourself!
(What's the Story) Morning Glory?
(13-track)
(Beware of FAKES!)
Creation - CRECD 189P
This was the originally intended to be the release version of (What's the Story) Morning Glory before copyright issues occurred with the track "Step Out" making this promo a great addition to any collection. Also, look out for the subsequent 12-track promo and the much rarer version listing 11 tracks.
(What's the Story) Morning Glory
Epic - ESK 7361
Acquiesce (2-track sampler)
(Included with some French copies of (What's the Story) Morning Glory)
Helter Skelter - HES 481020 9
Whilst this 2-track sampler was originally packaged with some French copies of (What's the Story) Morning Glory? inevitably most were opened and therefore this CD is mainly found as a standalone item. Finding a packaged copy is extremely rare.
Acquiesce
Epic - ESK 41522
All Around the World
Epic - ESK 3619
This promo is housed in a full size jewel case as most of the early USA promos where, however look out for the rarer and more expensive Mexican version in a slimline jewel case.
All Around the World
Epic - ESK 41102
This alternative USA version of All Around the World was originally only available for purchase for a charity and was designed by Lisa Gadaleta who won an art competition for the cover. Not easy to spot initially but it is actually Noel's face on the cover!
In March 1998, MTV News wrote; "Meanwhile, an abstract portrait of Noel turns up on a special limited-edition CD single for "All Around the World" designed by a 17-year-old Howell, New Jersey, girl. The portrait by Lisa Gadaleta won a disc art cover contest sponsored by React magazine and Epic Records -- and was selected from over 700 entries by the Gallaghers themselves. The CD single with Gadaleta's art will be released by Epic via a 1-800 number in April, and part of the proceeds from the disc's sales will be donated to VH1's 'Save the Music' program, which helps aid music education in public schools."
Be Here Now - Interview Disc
Epic - ESK 5956
What makes this "Interview Disc" special is not the interview segments, although they are good and not the artwork, although that is stunning, it's the 5 minute instrumental Be Here Now medley hidden after track 9 that even many collectors are not aware of.
Champagne Supernova
Helter Skelter - 663344 1
This is an official release. Look out for the rarer and more expensive promo releases form Europe and USA with the same artwork, however both are 2-track versions with the European version coming in a car sleeve similar to the Australian version and the USA version coming in a jewel case.
Definitely Maybe (Sampler)
Helter Skelter - SAMP 2218 2
Watch out for the Misprinted version that's a little rarer
Don't Believe the Truth (6-track sampler)
(Included with some French copies of Don't Believe the Truth)
Helter Skelter - 82876873422
Whilst this 6-track sampler was originally packaged with some French copies of Don't Believe the Truth inevitably most were opened and therefore this CD is mainly found as a standalone item. Finding a packaged copy is extremely rare.
Falling Down
(8-track Special Edition)
Big Brother - RKIDSCD 56PX
Other than containing 8 tracks what makes this Falling Down promo special is the inclusion of the twenty two and a half minute long "A Monstrous Psychedelic Bubble Mix Remix by Amorphous Androgynous"
I Hope, I Think, I Know
Epic - ESK 3861
Live
Beware of FAKES!
Epic - ESK 6805
This absolute beauty was originally given out by radio stations and is a live recording the Cabaret Metro in Chicago on 10/15/1994. All of the writing on the disc is a mirror image and they originally came in a "waxy" slip sleeve although many of these are now lost.
Live! (2-track)
(Included with some Belgium copies of Don't Look Back in Anger)
Beware of FAKES!
Helter Skelter - 662725 5
Whilst this 2-track sampler was originally packaged with some Belgium copies of Don't Look Back in Anger inevitably most were opened and therefore this CD is mainly found as a standalone item. Finding a packaged copy is not that rare but obviously more expensive.
Live Forever
Epic - ESK 6435
The disc for this USA Live Forever promo is absolutely stunning and unfortunately this image does not do it justice.
Lord Don't Slow Me Down
(Numbered CDR)
Big Brother - RKIDSCD 39P
Officially released track that has no official single CD version.
Morning Glory
Creation - 662488 2
This is an official release. Also look out for the Helter Skelter release which is almost identical.
Morning Glory
Epic - ESK 7302
Rock 'N' Roll Star
Epic - ESK 7024
Sad Song (2-track)
(Included with some French copies of Definitely Maybe)
Sony - SAMP 2347
Whilst this 2-track sampler was originally packaged with some French copies of Definitely Maybe inevitably most were opened and therefore this CD is mainly found as a standalone item. Finding a packaged copy is extremely rare.
Slide Away
(Beware of FAKES!)
Creation - CCD 169
The Masterplan
Epic - ESK 41512
Looking for something that's a lot rarer and is going to cost you quite a bit more money, but is going to look fantastic in your collection? Take a look at the following CD's. Again, don't jump in a buy the first one you see, they are rare but they are out there and bargains are there to be had if you are patient.
Cum on Feel the Noize
Creation - CCD 221
These given to football teams to 'gee up' the crowds.
Don't Look Back in Anger
Epic - 899.22
Gas Panic!
Epic - 899.949
Gas Panic! is taken from the album "Familiar to Millions" and was used to promote both the album and the Rock In Rio 3 concert in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on 14th January 2001.
Hey Hey, My My
Epic - 899.96
Hey Hey, My My (Into the Black) is a live cover version of the 1979 Neil Young song and was taken from the Oasis album "Familiar to Millions" to promote both the album and the Rock In Rio 3 concert in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on 14th January 2001. It is slightly shorter than the album version at the start by cutting out the audience.
Let There Be Love
Epic - ESK 51109
For some unknown reason, this USA promo is a lot rarer than many of the other USA promos, but also look out for the even rarer (CDR) version in a with a yellow CD tray.
Sunday Morning Call
Epic - 899.885/2-495747
The Meaning of Soul (CDR)
Big Brother - RKID 1NIL
Released for Sky Sports Football promotions. Comes in a clear plastic clamshell case.
The Masterplan
Epic - PRCD 97583
WFM/Central 4
Epic - PRCD 97162
This is a Mexican only promo that was given to a few fans outside the Mexico City concerts in March 1998 where the WFM 96.9 Radio Station did a quick contest to win a copy. Central 4 were a Mexican TV Channel that also promoted the concerts by giving away copies to viewers.
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