Don't Believe the Truth
Oasis · 2005
64 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · indie pop · indie rock
A vibrant blend of Britpop swagger, melodic hooks, and introspective lyrics that captures Oasis at a turning point.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions contemplative late-night vibes
- Context
- Released on May 30, 2005, 'Don't Believe the Truth' marked Oasis's sixth studio album during a period of critical reevaluation. Following the mixed reception of their previous album, 'Heathen Chemistry,' this record aimed to reinvigorate their sound and demonstrate the band’s continued relevance in the evolving rock landscape.
- If you like
- alternative rock, indie pop, indie rock
Don't Believe the Truth is an album by Oasis, released in 2005. A vibrant blend of Britpop swagger, melodic hooks, and introspective lyrics that captures Oasis at a turning point. The album debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart and was met with generally positive reviews, including praise from publications like NME and The Guardian. It featured the hit single 'The Importance of Being Idle,' which became their seventh UK number one single, solidifying their status as enduring figures in Britpop. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Don't Believe the Truth sound like?
A vibrant blend of Britpop swagger, melodic hooks, and introspective lyrics that captures Oasis at a turning point. Rooted in alternative rock and indie pop.
What makes Don't Believe the Truth by Oasis notable?
The album debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart and was met with generally positive reviews, including praise from publications like NME and The Guardian. It featured the hit single 'The Importance of Being Idle,' which became their seventh UK number one single, solidifying their status as enduring figures in Britpop. Released on May 30, 2005, 'Don't Believe the Truth' marked Oasis's sixth studio album during a period of critical reevaluation. Following the mixed reception of their previous album, 'Heathen Chemistry,' this record aimed to reinvigorate their sound and demonstrate the band’s continued relevance in the evolving rock landscape.
Who is Don't Believe the Truth for?
Don't Believe the Truth works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and contemplative late-night vibes.
How many songs are on Don't Believe the Truth?
Don't Believe the Truth has 14 tracks, running approximately 64 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Turn Up the Sun 3:59
- 2 Mucky Fingers Standout 3:55
- 3 Lyla Standout 5:10
- 4 Love Like a Bomb 2:52
- 5 The Importance of Being Idle Standout 3:39
- 6 The Meaning of Soul 1:42
- 7 Guess God Thinks I’m Abel 3:24
- 8 Part of the Queue 3:48
- 9 Keep the Dream Alive 5:45
- 10 A Bell Will Ring 3:07
- 11 Let There Be Love 5:31
Disc 2
- 1 The Ear Has No Memory 16:46
- 2 Lyla Promo Video 4:16
- 3 Credits 0:41
Release Date
May 30, 2005
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
64 min 42 sec
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