Gas Panic!
| "Gas Panic!" | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Song by Oasis | ||||
| from the album Standing on the Shoulder of Giants | ||||
| Released | 28 February 2000 | |||
| Recorded | April–August 1999 | |||
| Studio | Château de la Colle-Noire (France); Wheeler End (Buckinghamshire) | |||
| Genre | Neo-psychedelia[1], psychedelic rock | |||
| Length | 6:08 | |||
| Label | Big Brother Recordings | |||
| Songwriter(s) | Noel Gallagher | |||
| Producer(s) | Mark "Spike" Stent, Noel Gallagher | |||
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"Gas Panic!" is a song by the English rock band Oasis, featured as the sixth track on their fourth studio album, Standing on the Shoulder of Giants (2000). Written by Noel Gallagher, the song is widely regarded by critics and fans as the centerpiece of the album, noted for its dark, brooding atmosphere and departure from the band's earlier Britpop sound.
Background and composition
Noel Gallagher wrote "Gas Panic!" during a period of significant lifestyle changes after his decision to quit using drugs. The lyrics deal with the paranoia, anxiety, and "panic attacks" he experienced during that time. Gallagher has described the song as one of his most honest pieces of songwriting.
Musically, the track is a prominent example of neo-psychedelia, featuring a moody flute introduction performed by Charlotte Glasson and layered synthetic textures created with a Minimoog synthesizer.[2] While the flute is a live instrument, a Mellotron was also employed to provide orchestral string and cello sounds throughout the track. The song's production, led by Mark "Spike" Stent, incorporates drum loops and an expansive guitar solo, creating a dense "wall of sound."
Critical reception
Despite the mixed reviews for Standing on the Shoulder of Giants, "Gas Panic!" received high praise. NME called it "the best thing on the album," praising its experimental nature.[2] AllMusic editor Stephen Thomas Erlewine noted that the song represents a more mature and experimental direction for the band.[1]
Personnel
Oasis
- Liam Gallagher – lead vocals
- Noel Gallagher – lead guitar, acoustic guitar, backing vocals, Mellotron
- Alan White – drums
Additional musicians
- Paul Stacey – bass guitar, Minimoog
- Charlotte Glasson – flute
- Mark Feltham – harmonica
- Mark "Spike" Stent – production, programming
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Erlewine, Stephen Thomas. "Standing on the Shoulder of Giants - Oasis". allmusic. Retrieved 22 February 2026. Text " AllMusic " ignored (help)
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Oasis: Standing on the Shoulder of Giants". NME. 12 September 2005. Retrieved 22 February 2026.
Category:2000 songs Category:Oasis (band) songs Category:Songs written by Noel Gallagher Category:Neo-psychedelia songs
Background and composition
Noel Gallagher wrote "Gas Panic!" during a period of significant lifestyle changes after his decision to quit using drugs. The lyrics deal with the paranoia, anxiety, and "panic attacks" he experienced during that time. Gallagher has described the song as one of his most honest pieces of songwriting.
Musically, the track is a prominent example of neo-psychedelia, featuring a moody flute-like intro played on a Mellotron and layered synthetic textures created with a Minimoog synthesizer.[1] The song's production, led by Mark "Spike" Stent, incorporates drum loops and an expansive guitar solo, creating a dense "wall of sound" that differs from the band's previous guitar-pop style.
Critical reception
Despite the mixed reviews for Standing on the Shoulder of Giants, "Gas Panic!" received high praise. NME called it "the best thing on the album," praising its experimental nature.[1] AllMusic editor Stephen Thomas Erlewine noted that the song represents a more mature and experimental direction for the band.[2]
Personnel
Oasis
- Liam Gallagher – lead vocals
- Noel Gallagher – lead guitar, acoustic guitar, backing vocals
- Alan White – drums
Additional musicians
- Paul Stacey – bass guitar, Minimoog
- Mark "Spike" Stent – production, programming, Mellotron
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Oasis: Standing on the Shoulder of Giants". NME. 12 September 2005. Retrieved 22 February 2026.
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Category:2000 songs Category:Oasis (band) songs Category:Songs written by Noel Gallagher Category:Neo-psychedelia songs
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