Beady Eye

The Profile

Beady Eye were a British rock band formed in 2009 by former Oasis members Liam Gallagher, Gem Archer, Andy Bell, and Chris Sharrock. They released two studio albums—Different Gear, Still Speeding (2011) and BE (2013)—before disbanding in 2014.

Debut album Different Gear, Still Speeding was produced by Steve Lillywhite; follow-up BE was produced by Dave Sitek. Core lineup: Liam Gallagher (vocals), Gem Archer (guitar), Andy Bell (guitar), Chris Sharrock (drums). Associated members included Jeff Wootton (bass) and Jay Darlington (keys). Notable singles include The Roller, Flick Of The Finger, and Second Bite Of The Apple.

Five DeBaser reviews weigh Beady Eye through the post‑Oasis lens: solid energy, heavy 60s/Beatles streak, and a divisive sense of déjà vu. Standouts often cited include The Beat Goes On, Wigwam, Four Letter Word, and The Roller. BE is viewed as more focused and colorful, aided by Dave Sitek’s production, while DGSS splits opinion on derivativeness versus craft. Liam’s voice and presence are praised; songwriting is frequently compared to Noel’s.