Beady Eye Members, Gear & Sound

Genre

Rock Alternative rock Indie rock Britpop Psychedelic rock Madchester

Members

Select a Beady Eye band member to check out the music gear they use live and in the studio.

Andy Bell

Roles:

Guitarist Bassist

Groups:

Oasis Ride Mantra of the Cosmos Hurricane No. 1 Gay Dad Winjama Motorcycle Ride Harvey's Rabbit

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Gem Archer

Roles:

Guitarist

Groups:

Oasis Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds Heavy Stereo

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Liam Gallagher

Roles:

Singer

Groups:

Oasis

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Paul Arthurs

Roles:

Guitarist

Groups:

Oasis Parlour Flames Phoneys & the Freaks Moondog One The Rain

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Jeff Wootton

Roles:

Guitarist Bassist

Groups:

Gorillaz Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds Youth of the Apocalypse The Heavy Seas

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Jay Mehler

Roles:

Guitarist Bassist

Groups:

Kasabian

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Chris Sharrock

Roles:

Drummer

Groups:

Oasis The La's Lightning Seeds The Wild Swans The Icicle Works

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About

Beady Eye was an English rock band formed in 2009 by former members of the iconic group Oasis, following the departure of Noel Gallagher. The lineup included Liam Gallagher (vocals), Gem Archer (guitar), Andy Bell (bass, later guitar), and Chris Sharrock (drums). Known for their blend of rock, alternative rock, indie rock, Britpop, psychedelic rock, and Madchester styles, Beady Eye carved out a distinct identity while maintaining echoes of their Oasis roots. Their music is characterized by a mix of nostalgic rock elements and modern twists, showcased in their albums Different Gear, Still Speeding and BE.

How to Sound Like Beady Eye

Beady Eye’s sound is both nostalgic and fresh, combining vibrant, melodic guitar riffs with a confident, driving rhythm section. Their sonic character leans towards a layered and textured rock vibe, often enhanced by the use of classic gear like the 1962 Epiphone Sheraton with Tremotone Vibrato played by Gem Archer, which adds a rich, jangly tone to their tracks. Andy Bell’s use of the Boss DS-1 Distortion provides an edge to their sound, injecting a gritty, yet controlled distortion that complements their energetic performances. Liam Gallagher’s vocals, backed by dynamic guitar interplay and solid, punchy drumming, complete their distinctive rock aesthetic, making Beady Eye a compelling continuation of the Britpop legacy.

Discography

Different Gear, Still Speeding

2011

2013

Get the Beady Eye Sound

Want to sound like Beady Eye? This gear comes straight from the setups of the band's members, based on proven sources. Dive into each artist's page for more detail and inspiration.