Liam Gallagher was planning a year off before John Squire's call

Liam Gallagher said that he was planning a year off before John Squire asked him to collaborate.

Liam Gallagher had planned to take a year off. However, that changed when John Squire reached out with a proposal.

The former Oasis frontman and the ex-Stone Roses guitarist will now release a collaborative album on March 1.

Additionally, the duo announced a joint tour. Tickets sold out in just 30 seconds. The tour begins later this month.

How the Collaboration Began

The idea came after Squire joined Gallagher on stage in 2022. They performed “Champagne Supernova” at Knebworth.

At that time, Gallagher had planned a year off after the Knebworth shows.

Speaking to Guitarist via MusicNews, Liam explained:

“Without the Stone Roses, I wouldn’t be here. They started me on my musical path. I thank them 24/7.”

He continued: “I was gonna take a year off after Knebworth. Then John rang up saying, ‘I’ve got these tunes.’ I thought, ‘I’m in, mate!’”

He added: “There’s only so much sitting on the sofa you can do. I love Mother Nature’s Song. I love Squire, man. He’s probably the best guitarist of his generation.”

John Squire’s Perspective

Interestingly, Squire had first looked for a female vocalist for his new material.

He explained: “I told my managers I was writing again. I asked them to look out for a good female vocalist.”

He received audio clips. However, nothing seemed quite right. The idea fizzled out.

Then came the invitation to Knebworth. Squire recalled: “I was asked: ‘Liam’s doing a Knebworth anniversary show. You played at the first. Want to play again?’”

It was during rehearsals that the idea of an album came up.

After the second show, the plan solidified. Squire shared: “Liam said, ‘You’re writing it. As long as there’s loads of guitars, I’m in.’ That was all I needed to hear.”