Tony McCarroll Interviewed - Life Before, During & After Oasis

[@ryanteti1519]

Dude I decided to drunkenly message Tony one night on Facebook I sent a whole paragraph to him about how much I appreciate his destroyer drums and he sent me a while paragraph right back such a genuine guy it was so cool to a tally talk to a member of oasis

[@Oran_Lee_Bass]

That is AMAZING!!! Thank you for sharing that with us! It's so nice to hear these things because it makes me a bigger fan of the person; in this case Tony McCarroll and he's gone up many, many notches in my book. Speaking of books, now I am definitely (not maybe) going to order his autobiography! Cheers!

[@richardcranium2581]

Wholesome & based.

[@tcaudiobooks737]

Tony, we all love ya man! You played on the greatest debut album of all time, and played well! Nobody can take that away from you.

[@conormccolgan4758]

Drop the debut

[@XoXo475]

Mad respect for Tony , and such a humble gentleman 🙌🏻

[@Microdot]

@@rhendry5832 Did he fuck.

[@teemsea]

@@Microdot 😂😂😂

[@timmanc]

Spot on mate

[@ryansnr]

As a founding member of Oasis, Tony will always be a legend 🙌

[@JackAcid]

His drumming is immortalised on a brilliant album, and that will never change. I hope he's happy and doing well.

[@jamessayer913]

Noel said in an interview recently (and no doubt on other occasions) how Definitely Maybe was the best, most complete Oasis Album. Tony by extension is no small part of why. I love Alan Whites drumming, but his later ghost snare & kick embellishments etc when covering the groups earlier tunes always grated with me. Those that know know, and Tony will forever be tied to the best era of that band. Wish him all the best, he inspired more drummers than he'll ever know.

[@markd7013]

i'd agree with that. there is nothing Whitey did post Tony that was particularly hard to play...maybe a bit more intricate, but not unattainable. And actually, Whiteys style was perhaps a little samey after a while. eg lots of that beat loosely based on the baggy sound. Ringo was never the best technical drummer...but its what he came up with that counts, the originality. i get that Tony's stuff was relatively basic, but this is what fitted the songs the best. Nobody wants extravagant fills and rolls in songs anyway (except maybe other drummers 🙂 )

[@TheMusicalElitist]

@@markd7013 😅😅😅😅😅 You’re funny

[@kbrown649]

Absolutely brilliantly stated. Spot on.

[@marauderguitars]

So glad to see I’m not the only one who felt that way about Whitey. I loved him in the Morning Glory era but grew to despise his drumming by the end. Very samey to the point that you knew what the fills would be before you heard them. I’m probably one of the very few people out there that were actually relieved when he got sacked.

[@robertocaba5915]

Tony’s drumming was awesome in DM, even if feels sloppier than White’s, which I find rather boring tbh. Minimalistic but with a punkish edge sadly lost afterwards. And lots of iconic drum riffs on that debut. It wouldn’t be the same without Tony’s drum sound, that’s for sure. A great lad too

[@leejones8485]

There would be no Oasis without Tony McCarroll. All the best mate 🥁 🎶

[@campbellfiles9019]

His beat on Supersonic was the first thing I heard by Oasis

[@BeneathTheGold]

@Lee Jones Precisely. Without Tony oasis would have never been.

[@signoguns8501]

I think it was the right choice, tbh. Exact same thing happened with Nirvana. And the Beatles. The drummer is the backbone of the band. The heartbeat. If you feel like youre not gelling then changes have to be made. Alan White was an incredible drummer, Oasis took off when he came in. Became the biggest band on Earth. That shows it was the right choice to make

[@desolationrow8079]

​@@signoguns8501was it?!

[@jamesb1717]

The drummer on one the best albums of all time. Cheers Tony. 👍💯

[@michaeltownsend429]

From what I can gather, Tony McCarroll is a smashing bloke. What I know is that he was a smashing drummer, totemic to the rhythm section on an album and two singles that framed a wonderful time. It was so pure and exciting. It sounded amazing. What I also know is that he was subject to manipulation and bastardry at the whim of another human, and he was harmed, and his trajectory in life was taken from his control. It’s a credit to his strength and integrity that he is as affable and kind as he is. Fair play Tony. Thank you for enriching us - we remember it yeah. Cheers.

[@jamesmason1347]

What do you mean by manipulation and bastardry?

[@joeman8523]

@@jamesmason1347 i DON'T THINK HE KNOWS FFS

[@DeanFarquharson]

​@@jamesmason1347Oasis themselves confirmed this in Supersonic...Mark Coyle and Noel acknowledged "it was like a pack of ferrel dogs exluding a puppy" They clearly didn't wanna break the cool mould and do it with dignity so made a complete arse of him.

[@zacharycollins6548]

Just hearing about 5 guys against the world, before all the fame and bullshit, is a beautiful thing. If you've been in a band, whether you made it or not, you know that feeling. There's nothing else like it

[@johnlapsley]

Met Tony in a Bar in Glasgow couple of years ago. He is an absolute gentleman and very humble. Total Geezer..

[@davidball9287]

Well done Brian, first time I’ve ever seen tony give an interview, he conducted himself well and with dignity, it’s a shame what happened to him but at least he looks back with pride at been in one the best British bands of their generation.

[@michaelgill1203]

Tony's book is very good

[@BeneathTheGold]

@@michaelgill1203 I’ll need to get a copy of Tony’s book. I did heard it was a good read.

[@GT380man]

@@BeneathTheGold James Hargreaves Guitar refers to it a lot when building his documentaries, which are very enjoyable.

[@xyzxyz997]

@@GT380man James Hargreaves defended Tom Meighan which should finish him on KZbin

[@modernchampionmusic81]

@@xyzxyz997 🤣🤣🤣..i bet you've a Ukraine flag in your fb profile

[@moderman512]

Lots of love for Tony. A legend.

[@jonnyfowler2538]

As a 15yr old Oasis came along at the right time, changed my life from the clothes I wore to walking round thinking I owned the place. Great interview from a great guy about the best band of my generation. All of you are legends in my eyes. Thankyou Tony Rock n Roll Star.

[@robwood8331]

Hear hear. Petition for TM to play drums in live 25

[@CodeBleu724]

I was 22 in 1994 and not into the grunge scene here in America with the "woe is me" attitude. I couldn't identify with that mindset. We were newly adults and didn't have to deal with the perceived hardships of our youth anymore. It didn't make sense to wallow in it. We wanted to have a good time. Oasis capitalized on that feeling with the rave/acid house late 80s-early 90s vibe and turned it into guitar rock. Something that the Charlatans did a few years before.

[@vantheman1238]

Walking around like you owned the place 😂😂😂 is your name Perry?

[@calvancandy8384]

Huge Oasis fan here - changed my life. It wasn’t right what happened to you Tony. I hope you got a right few quid out of it at least. Thanks for the great times Tony and all the very best to you mate.

[@jimmyskyblue6057]

That’s the first interview I’ve ever heard from Tony, what a genuinely nice man he is. Great interview btw. 👍

[@derekridley805]

Tony was a average drummer back then but the point is thay where a team and thay done him over thay should ov stuck together that interview got me for tony

[@deisescoot]

Absolutely superb and honest interview, founding member of Oasis and that can't be taken away from you Tony by anyone .... Legend.

[@JacobMeaden]

Tony was the drummer that inspired me to join a band and learn to play the drums after repeatedly listening to Definitely Maybe. I remember speaking to Nigel Clark (Dodgy) in 2017 after we’d opened for them at a gig; he was incredibly friendly and asked me who some of my favourite drummers were and I mentioned Tony as probably the main influence for me. He brought up the gig mentioned where oasis supported Dodgy and said he always thought Tony was a good drummer and respected that Tony was the drummer I picked as one of my favourite. Terrific video!

[@Craggles365]

There is no doubt that the drumming is raw and aggressive on DM. There after the drumming (and Bass), never caught that feeling again. Awesome time!

[@robertedwards2527]

Hands down this is the best Oasis interview/informal chat/documentary or whatever you’d like to call it - ever. Well done to all involved, simply brilliant.

[@Microdot]

Cheers Robert!

[@LouisMoorhouseMusic]

As a drummer myself, and also an Oasis fan, I’ve genuinely never understood all the hate around Tony. Never. So good to hear an interview with him. Thank you Brian and Tony.

[@GT380man]

The way I heard it, Noel & Tony grated on one another occasionally & Noel was the Guvnor, so that was that. I wonder if Tony found Noel & Owen aggressive in the studio & doing tracks again & again, alone, without the band to bounce off just didn’t suit his personality? It wouldn’t be that surprising. Such a different vibe, a studio, I guess?

[@joanofarc708]

Alan White was a trained drummer tony wasn't,

[@97Opal]

@@GT380man I reckon NG's got one of them unexplainable mean streaks. I think we all knew someone like him when we were growing up. Could be great, but could be a proper shite at times too! Haaa

[@josephhunter2346]

I couldn’t agree more with this comment.

[@mrkipling2201]

Tony stood up to Noel and Noel didn't like it. Plus look online to see what Owen Morris said about Tony's drumming. He said it wasn't the best, but his timing was perfect.

[@MediumGuage]

Great interview! Tony comes off as an articulate and likeable guy, best to him.

[@EJleon96]

If anyone can ever get an interview with Guigsy that would be a huge accomplishment😂

[@craigturnbull863]

Is there bud

[@b00ts4ndc4ts]

Not while the cricket is on mate.

[@jaysmusic3327]

Haha he's happy isn't he

[@lucasm3879]

The way Guigsy is supposed to have treated TM makes him sound like a bit of a prick anyway.

[@mctv7416]

Hes too busy watching the entire run of doctor who & the cricket and football

[@ChopKnives]

Great interview. Tony comes across as not bitter and with lots of dignity. Top man.

[@wesdoodle2495]

What a gent 👏🏻 met Tony after the royal court gig in Liverpool December 94. Was a really nice genuine fella back then too 😊

[@Stublueprint]

I’ve always loved Tony’s drumming, such a huge chunk of the sound on that first record and across the b sides. Look at the drum intros from the DM era - Supersonic, Live Forever, Cloudburst, Listen Up, all iconic parts of these amazing songs. Tony seems like a great guy too, ace video Brian - looking forward to the next one.

[@backandfour]

Thanks Tony. You all made something very special to many people. Good that you don't look back in anger....

[@TheInternetIsDeadToMe]

You’re an amazing part of the Oasis story Tony. Those beginning years are what made Oasis for me. You and Brian being able to flesh out your perspectives is just awesome.

[@KINGMONKEY1989]

Tony played on there best album no question. His legacy is set in stone forever. It must be heartbreaking to be let go by people you thought you'd take over the world with and who you consider brothers.

[@porkyparry1]

I used to work in levenshulme in the early nighnties , drank in the sidings and blue bell after work. Had no idea these lads were starting something around there that would become so big.

[@MsKeith78]

He drummed on one of the biggest definitive debut albums of all time. As a drummer, he made those songs sound great . Humble man, who’s left a legacy he should be proud of. He’s OASIS full stop

[@nikkicharnock7329]

Reading his book at the min, seems so genuine and down to earth. Such an amazing drummer and definitely gave oasis its edge musically. Love his grit and determination to get through those times and he is a better man than me is the least I can say. Love and light to him ❤

[@davecook9770]

Tony’s life must be good he doesn’t seem to resent the past just comes across as a truthful gentleman

[@mickharrison90]

Amazing interview. Great to see Tony enjoying this too. Love the Live Forever version at Gleneagles, best for me

[@sharonduffey]

Quality interview. Respect. He was an integral part of the band: the band beginning. There are two key moments in any band's life: how they began and how they ended. That first album would've been crap without him. The sales numbers proved that. Thank you both for the telling of history. ✌️❤

[@jakehope6811]

Brilliant interview Brian mate!! Great company is microdot you must be very proud pal that you were apart of oasis greatest years and your fantastic album sleeves are so iconic 👌👍👍

[@bobmclaughlin9548]

Brilliant interview and Tony comes across as a real gentleman and reasonable! A big part of oasis history,oasis Ireland 🇮🇪 always proud of you

[@macster1878]

Brilliant interview always loved Tony's drumming wish he could have ridden it a bit longer. Glad to see he's well!

[@walkerandwilliam]

Tony was the best Oasis drummer hands down. He just got it. Seems like a really nice guy and really not bitter even though he should be.

[@Crosshatch1212]

Wonder what the line up for this come backmwill be.

[@jmacattack1234]

What a lovely bloke

[@Mudplucker]

What a sincere and all round great bloke Top Man ! If Oasis did ever reunite, it would have to be the original line. That would be special

[@philipcoat]

Thank you so much Tony, your drumms are still being listened to around the world (greetings from Chile)

[@AndyBankside]

His contribution to their sound and identity is so underrated/appreciated.

[@rhysmayes5092]

Respect to Tony. Genuine guy ❤

[@iainholmes2735]

Enjoyed the interview. Definitely Maybe is such a great album. What a privilege to have been a part of it. Cheers to Tony.

[@adellittle3547]

Its the first time I’ve seen Tony give an interview. What a nice fella. I enjoyed this interview so much. It wasn’t long enough. I could of listened to him for a lot longer. 😊

[@Buddy-nt6rd]

Tony’s drumming on bring it on down was absolutely excellent

[@terrywebster35]

Always respect to you Tony! At the end of the day it becomes night and then it's day again. All the best matey

[@uniwerksdesign]

Definitely Maybe was life changing for me, I still listen to that albumn at least once a week. Thank you Tony. :-)

[@y007p3]

Tony, you played on the best Oasis album. An absolutely seminal work that went on to influence so many of us spotty teenagers in our bedrooms. Fond memories! I guess what I’m trying to say, is thank you.

[@aurthsmith3795]

As a drummer I can say it’s all about the sound, we can all play ghost notes and double kick fills etc etc but it all depends on what fits the tune, he definitely fit the sound of the first album….true respect

[@R36vw]

Apparently Alan white only got in the band because of him being Paul wellers nephew or cousin or something. I never thought he could drum as well as Tony. Just didn’t have the energy. Versatility. Sharpness. It just never sounded the same after DM. But ……such is life. Everything happens for a reason. Can’t question gods will. Good luck with all you do Tony mate. 👌💯🙏🏻

[@KeepCalmAndTravelOn]

Thank you Tony. You're an indispensable part of the best album by the best band in the world. Respect.

[@ameliarose6833]

Love Tony's vibe. Much needed for Oasis. Have a great life!

[@leeoasis1982]

Fantastic interview, Brian you are a natural, it was extremely insightful. Tony - thank you for your honesty, and even though most oasis fans believe you were treated poorly and unfairly you came across in this interview so humbled and certainly are not looking back in anger!

[@thomasj7847]

"He wasnt a Liam Gallagher, then again... who is" 😎🎤🎸

[@nickcook7408]

Tony and Paul were the backbone of the band, the rest of them were just lucky to be in the right place at the right time.

[@steve-bk1qd]

A nice groove on the drums from Tony Mc. Played on Oasis' best album. Top man.

[@Declangarlandacoustic]

Amazing interview..Tony an absolute gentleman and was hard done by I honestly think..He would have definitely done them other albums..Great Interview Brian mate love your Channel 👍👍👍

[@SC-jj9dm]

Met Tony & his mate Gav 'Jonesy' just after he left Oasis and all that - did a gig with him in Night & Day once or twice there ... all i remember in those times Tony was a lovely unassuming fella & can see he aint lost that, he's the original Oasis for sure - the bands true sound & soul came from the real life people who founded it & expressed it... keep going for it Tony!

[@mrpleasurehead]

Loved this thanks very much. I was actually Whiteout's Drum Tech and was at the Oasis/Whiteout gig at the 100 club. I was also in the crowd at Glastonbury 1994. I think Tony's memory may have been a bit hazy (for obvious reasons), it was a little later in the afternoon and up to that point, I'd never seen a Pyramid stage crowd that big. It was more than 40,000. It was rammed packed all the way to the tree at the back. It was fucking mobbed!! Great memories. While I don't agree with Tony on him being able to do similar drumming to future records (He wasn't the Ringo triplet guy those records needed), there's absolutely no doubting his immense contribution to, in my opinion, not only by far the best Oasis album but one of the best albums of all time by anyone! Tony is such a nice guy and always comes across well in his interviews. What a legend.

[@steviewatt5862]

Top bloke no one can take it away from him he was part of why DM sounded so good

[@gregordijkman9480]

Massive respect for both of you! Legends!

[@BB.halo_heir]

There will always be love and respect for Tony! ♡♡

[@chili_phil]

What a top bloke Tony is by the way. Great interview

[@Paul-11]

Oasis-Acquiesce/ Good to be free / Talk Tonight / Paul Weller’s Changing man ( The White Rooms 1995 ). There’s the band right there, Tony’s brilliant crisp playing with passion no mistake. Was just listening to this the other night thinking the drumming’s the heartbeat here. 🥁

[@DavieGlasgow]

30 years ago DM was the reason I started to play instruments, and Tony was a distinctive part of that. So thanks, Tony!

[@Maccabee444]

Tony seems like a really lovely bloke. I was in Burnage last week.

[@RebeltechX]

Thank you for this! Still love Tony! ❤

[@86ramc]

You're an absolute Legend Tony!! thank you !!!!!!

[@declanmcdermott]

Besides what he was involved in which is amazing, He is just one beautiful human being, Hope you are going well Tony

[@chrisrobinson1209]

I’d love to see the original line up play again, won’t happen but I’d love to see it.

[@YJB8CCFC]

Tony is held in high esteem by older oasis fans. Great drummer, especially pre oasis when they were the Rain. Check out See the Sun, Better let you know.

[@fascistalien]

Im young (22) and i also preffer him

[@mrgasman9632]

I worked with Tony on the gas he’s a proper legend him and his wife sue lovely people

[@TomWardleMusic]

I always forget that it's Tony that played on about half of The Masterplan songs too. Quite a legacy as a drummer. Seems a nice bloke. Great interview. Would've liked to have heard about what he's been up to since Oasis though.

[@Fitfoodgeezer]

I remember an interview with Mani, which applies here and he was telling a story about the bass player from The Arctic Monkeys who was kicked out after their debut and he was saying "don't ever look at it as a bad thing. How many people can say they played on the biggest debut album in years". This applies here, Tony should be so fucking proud of himself and everything he/they achieved with him banging those skins.

[@paulholman8594]

Nice to hear Tony speak well … thought he got a bit of a raw deal and the band should of stood by him .. if it’s any consolation he was part of one of the best debut albums ever and best oasis album .. good to see him looking well and fair doos not being bitter

[@1megawhite]

Very few people have ever been in Tony’s position and even fewer have got through it to tell the tale. What a tower of strength and lovely chap. He’s made history with his superb drumming.

[@shaunrigby1]

Great little interview this Brian, Nice one mate!

[@richardmoores]

I have a lot of love, respect and admirartion for Tony McCarol. He'a a spartan, and a great guy to boot. I'm in a band myself, on the bass, and I seem to be the one to be getting picked on, unfairly I might add. It seems to me that when a band is getting big, this hierarchy seems to develop, and I've seen it happen in big bands like Oasis, and other bands I've read about, and it scares me because a person doesn't know the pressure that starts to mount when the band starts getting big, when it's coupled with getting picked on by the band leader and then having other 'beta' members following suit because they're too pussy to say anything and scared that they might be next; whilst knowing that a full frontal attack back is going to spell the end for you in the band, and you really want to make it big. It's a tough situation to be in. Personally for me, I'm just gonna keep proving myself with my recordings and performances and keep my integrity like Tony did no matter what. Mad respect for him.

[@kevinclarke7986]

Great to meet you in Drogheda a few years back Tony. Really enjoyed listening to your stories.

[@SuperfireNinety]

Tony comes across like a great guy. Great chat

[@DanielHillCoaching]

Really great interview, such a humble guy Tony is. Love your videos Brian and like many went straight to the Scottish gig they did for Sony before it went bananas. Incredible gig and footage...

[@javiermanzorro]

Tony, thank you for making Oasis possible. It all started with you. But I have to be fair and admit that I liked Alan's drums as much as yours.

[@RetroRedDog]

Bravo Tony👏you will always be remembered as Oasis's best drummer by millions of us! Great Interview Brian, cheers

[@markd7013]

what a nice humble man. good on you

[@stevenlangley2216]

My bro filmed that footage at the boardwalk, great tune

[@Captain_Rhodes]

that first album was so damn good. One of the best records on the 90s. I always thought he was the best drummer for Oasis. They were better when they were more punk and harder.

[@valley_robot]

My thoughts exactly

[@nikko7507]

Definitely Maybe had way more guts than Morning Glory . Def Maybe album is the biz 💯

[@mrkipling2201]

Great comments. I agree with every single one in this thread.

[@GodsBackBaby]

What a lovely genuine bloke. Imagine being able to say you founded one of the biggest Rock Bands of all times! Proper legend, great drummer & decent humble bloke. I tip my hat to you Tony McCarroll 🎩 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@mossga]

Top lad, Tony. Owns a piece of musical history no matter what anybody says. Amazing drumming on a legendary album. Can't take that shit away.

[@eddysandland58]

Tony was the Only Drummer that Did DM and TM Tunes Justice Live! Columbia Supersonic Live Forever Bring It On Down! Sound Amazing when Tony's on the Drums! Gutted what happened to him! But at least He can say... He Played an integral part of the Sound on The Best Debut Album Ever! Great interview and a Good Geezer! Cheers Tony and Brian 🍺

[@Robinjupton]

No one hit the oasis drums harder than Tony. His tone and intensity on songs like supersonic and bring it on down was never replicated by Alan White.

[@Robinjupton]

Would love to hear Tony play with Liam again.

[@drumtracksdirect]

Chris Sharrock stayed largely faithful to the album versions though, the only Oasis drummer post-Tony to do so. While that swingy-quarter note pulse thing became the Oasis "feel" from Morning Glory on, I'm surprised Chris was the only one to inject the straight 8ths feel back into the DM songs, live. Then again, if what Liam said is true for all the replacements, they wanted them to do what they do and don't feel you need to copy your predecessor(s).

[@BeneathTheGold]

@@Robinjupton yeah wouldn’t that be awesome. Get Tony to play drums at his gigs as a massive two fingers to Noel😂

[@adge74]

Superb interview, a fan just like the rest of us. 🤟

[@hermbobsquarehead]

I grew in Levenshulme and used to play footy on that 5-a-side pitch with older lads who used to call me Tweety Pie coz of my big head. I know it was them because even though I moved from the area my mates didn't and told me since it was Oasis! Anyway, one of them booted the ball in my face by accident once and made my nose bleed. 100% it was Noel 🤣.

[@revivedfears]

Tony is the reason I learned to play the drums at 15. Very basic player but PERFECT for Oasis in the early days

[@gsoup7850]

Thanks Tony, really enjoyed your stories about a band that was a magical part of my teenage years.

[@abelgnecco7923]

All the best to Tony, read his book years ago, he seems a really honest and down to earth guy. In the 90s I had the vhs tape of the Southend gig which is awesome. His drumming there is great. Nice interview Brian! Hope you can do the same with Bonehead and If I can dream Guigsy too. Greetings from Buenos Aires, Argentina.

[@dullsearake]

Tony, the few live versions of Some Might Say with you are SO much better than what followed. And that's the best Oasis song. Punk spirit of the band died with you.

[@bensonrad]

A really interesting talk/chat Brian. Tony comes across as very down to earth, I always felt gutted for him when he was replaced in the band, it must have utterly killed him. Taking positives from it, the album was and still is one of the greatest of all time, and he is there and on it and toured it, no-one will ever be able to take that away from him, I hope he is still getting money from it, he 100% deserves it.

[@roseparisienne815]

The original album is the best, thank you for starting it all off, massive highs and lows. The original fans still love you. Great interview as well.