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Oasis Tapes Lawsuit Halts £1.6m Auction
1 Oct
Summary
- Unheard Oasis recordings pulled from auction due to legal action.
- The collection includes 63 live shows and candid Gallagher conversations.
- Estimated value of the withdrawn archive was up to £1.6 million.
An extensive collection of unheard Oasis recordings, including 63 live shows and hours of rehearsals, has been withdrawn from auction. Legal action taken by the band prompted the withdrawal of the archive, estimated to be worth between £1.2m and £1.6m. The collection features candid conversations between Noel and Liam Gallagher, offering a unique glimpse into the band's past.
These recordings were made by former Oasis sound engineer Huw Richards between 1994 and 2001. His son, Owain Richards, attempted to sell the 209 DAT tapes, 73 analogue cassettes, and three MiniDiscs. Littleton Auctions confirmed the withdrawal in light of legal proceedings, stating their disappointment at not being able to offer the archive.
Owain Richards acknowledged the lawsuit, stating that Oasis is attempting to prevent the auction. He agreed to postpone the sale to facilitate a resolution to the legal dispute. The rest of the auction, featuring other music memorabilia, will proceed as planned.
