Noel Gallagher’s Cosmic Collision: Oasis Icon Joins Psychedelic Supergroup Before Reunion Tour

Noel Gallagher’s musical journey takes an unexpected turn as he joins forces with an eclectic supergroup, Mantra Of The Cosmos, led by none other than Zak Starkey, son of the legendary Beatles drummer Sir Ringo Starr. This surprising collaboration comes mere months before Gallagher’s highly anticipated Oasis reunion tour, set to hit the road in 2025.

The supergroup’s latest psychedelic offering, “Domino Bones (Gets Dangerous),” features an all-star lineup that includes Gallagher on guitar, Happy Mondays frontman Shaun Ryder on vocals, former Oasis guitarist Andy Bell, Starkey on drums, and Happy Mondays’ iconic percussionist Mark “Bez” Berry. “Mantra Of The Cosmos is like Dylan, Dali and Ginsberg on a rocket ship to the moon to have it with the clangers,” Gallagher quipped, hinting at the group’s cosmic ambitions.

Starkey’s connection with Gallagher dates back to 1995 when they first crossed paths in a London rehearsal room, before Starkey eventually joined Oasis as their drummer in 2004, contributing to the albums “Don’t Believe The Truth” and “Dig Your Own Soul.” Reflecting on the collaboration, Starkey said, “It’s not every day that the greatest songwriter of my generation — not to mention Shaun, the greatest beat poet of our times — sends a tune to me, and I was in a daze for a bit cos it’s not something you want to f*** up.”

The admiration between the artists is palpable, with Gallagher referring to Ryder as “the British Bob Dylan” and “the king of lyrics.” Starkey echoed this sentiment, saying, “Noel loves Shaun. He texted me to say ‘Do you know what you’ve got? The British Bob Dylan’ — and he’s not f****g about because now I’ve witnessed what Shaun does.”

While the collaboration may seem unlikely, it is a testament to the enduring spirit of creativity and the willingness of artists to push boundaries. As Gallagher gears up for the highly anticipated Oasis reunion tour, his detour into the cosmic realms of Mantra Of The Cosmos showcases his versatility and hunger for new artistic endeavors.

With Domino Bones (Gets Dangerous) — a nod to Bez’s first band — already making waves, the supergroup is set to take the stage at the iconic Cavern Club in Liverpool on January 19th, a venue steeped in Beatles history. “Can’t believe I’ve never even been there,” Starkey mused. “There’s a great deal of family heritage at the Cavern, aside from the Beatles, my parents courted there… Who knows I may have even been conceived there.”

As the world eagerly awaits the return of Oasis, Gallagher’s foray into the psychedelic realm with Mantra Of The Cosmos offers a tantalizing glimpse into the boundless creativity that continues to drive him. Whether it’s the anthemic rock of Oasis or the cosmic explorations of this supergroup, Gallagher’s musical journey remains an ever-evolving tapestry, weaving together diverse influences and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.