The Blur vs Oasis rivalry sits at the chaotic centre of Britpop, fusing sharp songwriting with a media-fuelled clash of class, region, and attitude. More than just a chart battle, it distilled everything Britpop stood for and still offers a jagged window into the energy, arrogance, and absurdity of 1990s Britain.

Decades later, Be Here Now remains a fascinating snapshot of Britpop’s boldest moment. Its larger-than-life production, sprawling tracks, and unrelenting ambition encapsulate a band at their peak. Love it or loathe it, the album’s unapologetic excess is a testament to Oasis’s belief in their own legend. Revisit Be Here Now to experience a record that dared to be bigger, louder, and more audacious than anything else in its time.

Hello you. Make a cup of tea, put a record on. Welcome to The A to Z of Britpop, your introduction to the bands, music, and characters that defined the most exciting genre of the 1990s. In this article, we explore The Big 4 of Britpop: Blur, Oasis, Pulp, and Suede. These four bands defined the Britpop era with their distinctive sounds, personalities, and fierce competition for chart success. Together, they became the driving forces behind the movement’s dominance in 1990s British culture.

Hello you. Make a cup of tea, put a record on. Welcome to The A to Z of Britpop, your introduction to the bands, music, and characters that defined the most exciting genre of the 1990s. In this article, we explore Blur, the self-titled album that marked Blur’s bold reinvention and move away from Britpop’s polished anthems. This record saw the band embrace raw, lo-fi production and experimental sounds, reestablishing themselves as one of the most innovative bands of the decade.

Hello you. Make a cup of tea, put a record on. Welcome to The A to Z of Britpop, your introduction to the bands, music, and characters that defined the most exciting genre of the 1990s. In this article, we introduce Hurricane No. 1, the British band that blended shoegaze-inspired melodies with Britpop's anthemic energy, creating a sound that was both dreamy and powerful.

Hello you. Make a cup of tea, put a record on. Welcome to The A to Z of Britpop, your introduction to the bands, music, and characters that defined the most exciting genre of the 1990s. In this article, we explore (What’s the Story) Morning Glory?, the album that catapulted Oasis into worldwide fame and cemented their place as Britpop icons. This record saw the band refine their sound with anthemic ballads, larger-than-life choruses, and Noel Gallagher’s most enduring songwriting.

Hello you. Make a cup of tea, put a record on. Welcome to The A to Z of Britpop, your introduction to the bands, music, and characters that defined the most exciting genre of the 1990s. In this article, we introduce The Verve, a band whose journey through psychedelic shoegaze, Britpop, and alternative rock captured the highs and lows of the 1990s British music scene.

Hello you. Make a cup of tea, put a record on. Welcome to The A to Z of Britpop, your introduction to the bands, music, and characters that defined the most exciting genre of the 1990s. In this article, we introduce Travis, a Glasgow-based band whose melodic, introspective style helped define post-Britpop, bridging the gap between the optimism of the Britpop era and the reflective tones of the early 2000s.

Hello you. Make a cup of tea, put a record on. Welcome to The A to Z of Britpop, your introduction to the bands, music, and characters that defined the most exciting genre of the 1990s. In this article, we explore This Is Hardcore, Pulp’s audacious and theatrical follow-up to Different Class. A striking departure from their previous success, this album delves into the anxieties of fame and the dark underbelly of human desire.

Hello you. Make a cup of tea, put a record on. Welcome to The A to Z of Britpop, your introduction to the bands, music, and characters that defined the most exciting genre of the 1990s. In this article, we introduce These Animal Men, Brighton’s energetic and provocative contributors to the Britpop era, often associated with the short-lived New Wave of New Wave movement.

Hello you. Make a cup of tea, put a record on. Welcome to The A to Z of Britpop, your introduction to the bands, music, and characters that defined the most exciting genre of the 1990s. In this article, we introduce theaudience, a short-lived but intriguing band that brought a fresh mix of wit and pop finesse to the Britpop scene, with Sophie Ellis-Bextor at the helm as their charismatic lead singer.

Hello you. Make a cup of tea, put a record on. Welcome to The A to Z of Britpop, your introduction to the bands, music, and characters that defined the most exciting genre of the 1990s. In this article, we introduce Teenage Fanclub, a band whose mix of jangly guitars, lush harmonies, and heartfelt songwriting made them both Britpop outsiders and vital contributors to the scene’s soundtrack.

Hello you. Make a cup of tea, put a record on. Welcome to The A to Z of Britpop, your introduction to the bands, music, and characters that defined the most exciting genre of the 1990s. In this article, we introduce The Supernaturals, a Glasgow-based quintet whose upbeat melodies and relatable lyrics earned them a loyal following and a place on countless 1990s soundtracks.

Hello you. Make a cup of tea, put a record on. Welcome to The A to Z of Britpop, your introduction to the bands, music, and characters that defined the most exciting genre of the 1990s. In this article, we introduce Supergrass, the Oxford-born trio (later a quartet) whose exuberance, sharp hooks, and boundless energy made them one of the most celebrated bands of the Britpop era.

Hello you. Make a cup of tea, put a record on. Welcome to The A to Z of Britpop, your introduction to the bands, music, and characters that defined the most exciting genre of the 1990s. In this article, we introduce Super Furry Animals, the eclectic and boundary-pushing Welsh band that became one of the most innovative forces of Britpop and an iconic part of the Cool Cymru cultural movement.

Hello you. Make a cup of tea, put a record on. Welcome to The A to Z of Britpop, your introduction to the bands, music, and characters that defined the most exciting genre of the 1990s. In this article, we introduce Suede, the band that ignited the Britpop movement and brought a touch of glamour, grit, and introspection to 1990s British rock.

Hello you. Make a cup of tea, put a record on. Welcome to The A to Z of Britpop, your introduction to the bands, music, and characters that defined the most exciting genre of the 1990s. In this article, we introduce Strangelove, one of Britpop’s most emotionally resonant acts, whose darkly poetic lyricism and dramatic live performances won a devoted following.

Hello you. Make a cup of tea, put a record on. Welcome to The A to Z of Britpop, your introduction to the bands, music, and characters that defined the most exciting genre of the 1990s.In this article, we introduce Stereophonics, the Welsh band whose emotionally charged lyrics and anthemic sound made them pivotal figures in Britpop. Emerging as part of the Cool Cymru movement, they brought the heart of Wales to the world stage.

Hello you. Make a cup of tea, put a record on. Welcome to The A to Z of Britpop, your introduction to the bands, music, and characters that defined the most exciting genre of the 1990s. In this article, we introduce Sleeper, a London-based band known for their witty lyrics, catchy hooks, and a frontwoman who became an icon of the Britpop era.

Hello you. Make a cup of tea, put a record on. Welcome to The A to Z of Britpop, your introduction to the bands, music, and characters that defined the most exciting genre of the 1990s. In this article, we introduce Silver Sun, a Camden-based band whose infectious power-pop and intricate harmonies brought a vibrant twist to the Britpop landscape.