Some might say…John Smallbones is the biggest Oasis fan ever!
John Smallbones, 45, has loved Oasis since the 1990s. He was devastated when the Gallagher brothers split.
Over the past decade, John has spent £12,000 on Oasis merchandise, including vinyl, clothing, and life-size cutouts.
He named his business “Wall of Glass,” inspired by Liam Gallagher‘s 2017 hit. His van is covered in Oasis stickers.
He listens to their albums daily and has Oasis-themed tattoos.
“I have canvases all over the house, cabinets full of concert items, a bathroom covered in memorabilia, and decorations everywhere,” said John.
His kids know all the songs because he sings in the shower, where he has a stereo and speakers.
When driving, he only listens to Oasis. He never plays the radio, just their albums all day.
In his dining room, he has two cabinets full of Oasis items. At the door, there were cutouts of Liam and Noel Gallagher. He removed Noel because his kids used it as a pinboard.
“My family thinks I’m crazy! My partner doesn’t like my collection. She said that when I die, she’ll put the Liam cutout in my coffin!”
He first listened to Oasis to relax after heavy clubbing weekends. He attended their concerts twice a year, seeing them 30 times before their 2009 split.
For John, Oasis are better than the Beatles due to their meaningful lyrics.
His least favorite song is “Wonderwall” because it’s overplayed.
Devastated by the breakup, he started buying Oasis canvases and memorabilia online.
He supports Liam‘s solo career, attending gigs and spending £7,000 on Pretty Green clothing.
“Liam is my favorite. His attitude and stage presence are unique. Many men would love to be like him.”
He has a wardrobe full of Pretty Green clothes, including shoes worth £400 in the last four months.
He lives with his patient fiancée, Elaine, 46, who has had enough of his obsession.
She attends Liam‘s concerts with John, but prefers Michael Jackson, Fugees, En Vogue, Mark Morrison, Boyzone, and New Kids on the Block.
“I like some Oasis songs, but I’m not a fan. My only rule is no memorabilia in the bedroom!”
At first, the life-size cutouts scared her. Now she doesn’t notice them anymore.
“John is the biggest Oasis fan I’ve ever seen. He follows all Liam Gallagher updates.”
John dreams of meeting Liam.
“Everyone says he’s down-to-earth. Meeting him in a pub for a drink would be amazing.”
Source: Manchester Evenings