Don't Believe The Truth
by Oasis
  • Record Label: Sony
  • Release Date: May 31, 2005
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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 346 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 277 out of 346
  2. Mixed: 21 out of 346
  3. Negative: 48 out of 346

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  1. johnm
    Jun 2, 2005
    10
    it a great album!
  2. JohnP
    Jun 1, 2005
    10
    Critics and haters miss the point. Oasis are the last of a dying breed. The last of the true British Invasion worshipers. Come on now, would you really rather listien to melodic ballads of Sytem of a Down or the rockin bad boy antics of Dave Mathews? Excuse me while I go pass gas...
  3. matthew
    Jun 2, 2005
    10
    This is right up there with their first two albums. Andy and Gem breathe new sounds into the album throughout, Noel does his best vocals since "Dont Look Back In Ander," surpassing those with his vocals on "The Importance of Being Idle." A new golden age for Oasis and fans indeed.
  4. BenG
    Jun 20, 2005
    10
    Oasis are back after 10 years!
  5. JocH
    Jul 15, 2005
    10
    bloody brilliant
  6. MattL
    Jul 1, 2005
    10
    All the people who say that Oasis has gone downhill must not know what they are talking about. After seeing them live I have decided they are the greatest band right now. Dont believe the lies. Buy this album
  7. PieterL
    Aug 17, 2005
    10
    Fucking GREAAATT
  8. mattv
    Jul 2, 2007
    10
    I think this record is far better than the first two albums, by far. The album is full of color, creativity and new poppy-ish sounds. All the songs are great, but if it were to come down to suggesting to someone, but asked what would be the highlights, it would have to be 'Let there be love', 'Importance of being idle' and 'Part of the queue'
  9. CarlosP
    Oct 11, 2005
    10
    With This Album Oasis Is Back! Come On!!!
  10. pakhov
    Oct 12, 2005
    10
    absolutely great!!!
  11. LeoV
    Nov 23, 2005
    10
    Because it's underrated.
  12. JoseAntonioM
    Oct 13, 2005
    10
    It's The best album of the year. The best band all around the world.
  13. Craig
    May 31, 2005
    10
    great album. All the tracks are good.
  14. abcdef
    Jun 11, 2005
    10
    best album of the year
  15. TomW
    Jun 11, 2005
    10
    An outstanding album! Pure class from Oasis.
  16. AllanR
    Jun 1, 2005
    10
    Oasis is finally back... It takes a while to get in love with the songs, but they are definitely good... All of them. My favs are "Part Of the Queue" and "Mucking Fingers".
  17. JonP
    Jun 1, 2005
    10
    A fine return to form -- the best oasis album since Be Here Now. At most only one or two weak tracks on the album while sporting a few masterpieces such as Part of the Queue, The Importance of Being Idle, and Guess God Thinks I'm Abel. The best album of 2005 thus far.
  18. JonathanB
    Jun 1, 2005
    10
    This album is a sound of four talented songwriters making music that they love. There is a stronger chemistry within the band than ever before. Liam's voice sounds great, and Noel turns in some of his best ever vocal performances. It is a joy to listen to, and should be for any open-minded British guitar music enthusiast. While it may not have the standout singles of Morning Glory, This album is a sound of four talented songwriters making music that they love. There is a stronger chemistry within the band than ever before. Liam's voice sounds great, and Noel turns in some of his best ever vocal performances. It is a joy to listen to, and should be for any open-minded British guitar music enthusiast. While it may not have the standout singles of Morning Glory, in my opinion, the overall quality of Don't Believe the Truth matches that album.… Expand
  19. JorisV.
    Jun 1, 2005
    10
    I'm not an Oasis fan and have a various musictaste ranging from Arcade Fire to Brian Eno, and I have to say, this album is too good to be true! **** all those narrow minded Oasis-haters, just because it's Oasis they review this album bad but if you take a listen to this you know this is the perfect rock 'n roll album with 11 good tracks on it. As good as Morning Glory, of I'm not an Oasis fan and have a various musictaste ranging from Arcade Fire to Brian Eno, and I have to say, this album is too good to be true! **** all those narrow minded Oasis-haters, just because it's Oasis they review this album bad but if you take a listen to this you know this is the perfect rock 'n roll album with 11 good tracks on it. As good as Morning Glory, of course not equal to Dafinitely Maybe. Every band member wrote at least one song and Andy's Turn Up The Sun and Keep The Dream Alive are amazing, Liam's songwriting clearly improved if you listen to the classic Love Like A Bomb. And then there's Let There Be Love, Part Of The Queue...can't stop listening to this one. People who gave this a zero didn't listen to this… Expand
  20. mauib
    Jun 1, 2005
    10
    Don't Believe DeRogatis
  21. franciitaly
    Jun 20, 2005
    10
    excellent!!ithank god oasis exists!!!
  22. RayS
    Jun 2, 2005
    10
    F*ck reviews!
  23. DanSad
    Jun 2, 2005
    10
    best of all
  24. AshleyW
    Jun 3, 2005
    10
    A fantastic album. I can't wait to hear the new songs live!
  25. juan
    Jun 3, 2005
    10
    the best album of 2005
  26. JonnyC
    Jun 3, 2005
    10
    With all the s**t albums coming out from all the new bands that the british music industry is producing, its great to hear another quality album from britains best band.
  27. Dave
    Jun 3, 2005
    10
    One of the greatest albums I've heard in years, and definitely the best album of 2005! Nothing but undeniable, quality rok n roll!
  28. FelipeM
    Jun 4, 2005
    10
    Just one word to define: PERFECT!!!
  29. JohnD
    Jun 4, 2005
    10
    Excellent all around; better and better with each suceeding listen.
  30. AbidK
    Jun 4, 2005
    10
    Absolutely awesum, a return to form, loving 'Keep the Dream Alive', this album has more than kept the dream alive, its re-invigorated it
  31. JohnB
    Jun 4, 2005
    10
    This album us v.v.good. Its fresh and surprisingly original. Every song is different. Best album for years.
  32. Fer
    Jun 5, 2005
    10
    Best album of Oasis in 10 years
  33. Jack
    Jun 6, 2005
    10
    Surely one of the best album of 2005. It's a complex album, of pure rock'n'roll. No matter, the best one of this band since the golden age of Britpop. Must have.
  34. GavinM
    Jun 7, 2005
    10
    Great album! Strong songwriting and great production.
  35. ajbilly
    Jun 8, 2005
    10
    Oasis is back in their direction! Simply best then previous three..
  36. crisasdfasd
    Jun 9, 2005
    10
    oasis are gods.
  37. dawnh
    Jul 1, 2005
    10
    pure love the new album, the lads didnt let me down
  38. ErikD
    Jul 15, 2005
    10
    really damn fine album if u ask me...their best in 10 years
  39. MartinG
    Jul 3, 2005
    10
    Gets better every time i hear it.its up there with (whats the story)morning glory and definiety maybe
  40. TonyS
    Sep 18, 2005
    10
    This is the best album I've heard in 10 years! This is even better than "Morning Glory" and only just falls short of "Definitely Maybe", which in my opinion is the greatest album of all time. I can't believe some of the critics reviews of this album, have they actually listened or are they still harbouring a grudge for having to sign release forms for "Be Here Now"? Ignore the This is the best album I've heard in 10 years! This is even better than "Morning Glory" and only just falls short of "Definitely Maybe", which in my opinion is the greatest album of all time. I can't believe some of the critics reviews of this album, have they actually listened or are they still harbouring a grudge for having to sign release forms for "Be Here Now"? Ignore the bad reviews, this is a great album, not a weak point on it, in fact I can't even choose my favourite song on it! It's that good! Liam has never sounded better! A truly great and majestic album.… Expand
  41. EveG
    Oct 10, 2006
    10
    This band is fantastic...i love it...i cant live without this songs
  42. RogerM
    Jan 19, 2006
    10
    Music is not what it was.....Oasis is just de exception of the rule
  43. GaryC
    Nov 21, 2005
    10
    Album of the year!
  44. marieg
    Oct 12, 2005
    10
    the best album 2005!!!!
  45. DaveS
    Dec 13, 2005
    10
    Q magazine finally got one right when "Don't Believe the Truth" was awarded their Album of the Year for 2005. Great album of which 9 out of the 11 tracks could be hits if given the chance. It's a shame that American radio and music television has changed so much nowadays that good rock music like this has to fight to get one single out. The second song on the album, "Mucky Q magazine finally got one right when "Don't Believe the Truth" was awarded their Album of the Year for 2005. Great album of which 9 out of the 11 tracks could be hits if given the chance. It's a shame that American radio and music television has changed so much nowadays that good rock music like this has to fight to get one single out. The second song on the album, "Mucky Fingers" is an excellent throwback to the Velvet Undergound and, in my opinion, the best. "Lyla" is great, but also listen to "The Importance of Being Idle" and you'll catch on to it quickly. So glad to hear an Oasis album that doesn't rely on an "anthem" that everyone knocks the for not having on this album. This is a band that has grown and proves that a future is still in store.… Expand
  46. ShanahanG
    May 24, 2005
    10
    Album of the year, it's been worth the wait! Hope it doesn't take another 10 years for them to make an album as good as this though.
  47. ArtVandelay
    May 24, 2005
    10
    A fantastic return to form with not a single track I'd skip on there, unlike the last 3 albums. The fact the first single, Lyla, is the worst song on there shows how strong it is. Pick of the tracks? Let There Be Love, Keep The Dream Alive, TIOBI & POTQ are all top class, the rest not far behind. It's good to be back.
  48. erikr
    May 24, 2005
    10
    Best album in 10 years by Oasis, an amazing collection of classic pop & roll tunes. Gallaghers and Co. at their prime.
  49. dantp
    May 26, 2005
    10
    This is an album which shows oasis never lost it. They have matured and moved on and created a great honest album.
  50. AbedsaH
    May 31, 2005
    10
    Don't Believe The Truth is the best album of 2005.
  51. MikeR
    May 31, 2005
    10
    This is not Morning Glory or Definitely Maybe, but is by far the best record since those two! new direction for oasis on this one.
  52. KevinY
    May 31, 2005
    10
    A true return to form for Oasis. From beginning to end, a great rock 'n' roll album.
  53. Fermín
    Jun 1, 2005
    10
    Best Album since Morning Glory
  54. timw
    Jun 1, 2005
    10
    Great record, definitely the best since Morning Glory, Nice one boys, there is not one skip track on this album, where as on the last few Oasis Albums a few were. Album of the year.
  55. RimaS
    Jun 14, 2005
    10
    I am an Oasis and I believe their new album worth buying and having it as a classical rock album..Oasis rocked the world and they are still doing their thing..Go Oasis Go..you are the gaints of rock n roll...believe it they are!!!
  56. KevE
    Jun 21, 2005
    10
    Not A single song do I skip unlike some of their others and even Morning Glory had a few. Best album after the classic Definitely Maybe! Much better than X&Y by Coldplay.
  57. TimH
    Jun 2, 2005
    10
    fantastic
  58. MikeG
    Jun 2, 2005
    10
    This album proves that Oasis are back. Without question. Anyone who has listened to it has to admit they have really done it. They've gotten back to their form of '94 and '95, minus the cockiness.
  59. JakeW
    Jun 2, 2005
    10
    The music they make is still ten times better than the stuff on radio these days.
  60. JohnR
    Jun 2, 2005
    10
    It took 3 'good' but not great albums for Oasis to finally make what would have been a fitting follow-up to the fantastic (What's The Story) Morning Glory. Don't Believe The Truth is an album that really grows on you, and has little to no filler. I believe it shows Oasis' future will be very promising.
  61. RichardL
    Jun 5, 2005
    10
    A definite return to form compared to last two. Leave your pre conceived ideas behind, this is one of the best albums released this year. Jury's still out but it could become a classic.
  62. jaycee
    Jun 6, 2005
    10
    yeaaaaaaa this is the shit man
  63. JockJams
    Jun 7, 2005
    10
    Good!
  64. charliec
    Jul 26, 2005
    10
    album of the year if people actually listen to it. while the rest of the world enjoys shitty drums and vocals like the stripes just because a 2 piece band is different, they will overlook this almost perfect album
  65. sk
    Jan 17, 2006
    10
    oasis r back in a great form with their most beautiful album in almost a decade.u will not find a bad song here. melodic , sensitive , simple & clever.that DBTT. a band to believe in.again.
  66. AnthonyS
    Mar 26, 2006
    10
    This album has songs discussing topics that are most often over-looked. A rare gem.
  67. JustinM
    May 14, 2006
    10
    I'm a diehard Oasis fan but even I can accept that their work from 1997-2002 has been less then stellar. Standing on the Shoulders of Giants and Heathen Chemistry were both good albums, but not high caliber. This all changes with Don't Believe the Truth, arguably their best album since Morning Glory. From the massive opening "Turn Up The Sun" to the epic Noel tune "The I'm a diehard Oasis fan but even I can accept that their work from 1997-2002 has been less then stellar. Standing on the Shoulders of Giants and Heathen Chemistry were both good albums, but not high caliber. This all changes with Don't Believe the Truth, arguably their best album since Morning Glory. From the massive opening "Turn Up The Sun" to the epic Noel tune "The Importance of Being Idle" this is definetly an Oasis album that proves they aren't without massive talent and ideas left to give us.… Expand
  68. pierreb
    Jan 28, 2007
    10
    hij is gewoon best wel goed!
  69. GeorgeS.
    May 25, 2007
    10
    great album one of there best , the best tracks are Lyla , The importance of being Idle , Keep The Drean alive and Let There Be Love
  70. DimasM.
    Jul 24, 2008
    10
    Brilliant.
  71. JackieK
    Oct 19, 2009
    10
    My favourite Oasis album is Don't Believe The Truth and Definitely Maybe. This album is sensitive and powerful. first two album was singin' about the Youth, but this album is about the Grown-Up people's story(that people are all members of Oasis) more wise, more calm but still powerful and strong.
  72. AlissonG
    Oct 12, 2005
    10
    oasis back to form with this album. it's great. best album in 2005.
  73. joulc
    Oct 21, 2005
    10
    yeahhhhhhh
  74. LeeB
    May 31, 2005
    10
    Best Oasis album since WTSMG. Easily the best album I've heard all year. Oasis have returned to form.
  75. DimasM.
    May 31, 2005
    10
    Brilliant.
  76. kevinm
    May 31, 2005
    10
    best album to come out of Europe the last 20 years. Stone-cold masterpiece. I love the return to form. Give it a spin!
  77. PaulK
    May 31, 2005
    10
    Masterpiece.
  78. jeremiahs
    May 31, 2005
    10
    great cd. much better than the last one.
  79. JC
    May 31, 2005
    10
    How many bands from the '90s are still going and continue to have strong fan support. Oasis have been through the ringer and are still left standing. This album will serve as the foundation for Oasis 2.0. It's only going to get better and evolve further. This album is awesome. It's tight and confident, as well as mature and professional. Oasis is here to stay, whether the How many bands from the '90s are still going and continue to have strong fan support. Oasis have been through the ringer and are still left standing. This album will serve as the foundation for Oasis 2.0. It's only going to get better and evolve further. This album is awesome. It's tight and confident, as well as mature and professional. Oasis is here to stay, whether the critics like it or not. So bow down to the Gallaghers and just enjoy the ride for what they do ... make rock 'n' roll.… Expand
  80. CarlosN
    Jun 11, 2005
    10
    I love it!!!!!!
  81. MikkelP
    Aug 15, 2005
    10
    This is the greatest album since Morning Glory!
  82. AlexR
    Aug 18, 2005
    10
    Best Oasis album since morning glory!!
  83. GavinH
    Aug 26, 2005
    10
    Rivals Morning Glory with some of the best Oasis tunes ever...
  84. RicoR
    Nov 28, 2006
    10
    Great album, songs like The Importance of Being Idle are undeniable classics and work of the aging genius of Noel Gallagher.
  85. KazzS
    Dec 11, 2005
    10
    A return to form for the Gallagher brothers. Not as good as the first three albums but that is no crime. The first three albums are three of the greatest of all time. No band can continually create albums to such a high standard with the exception of the Beatles possibly, (even some of theirs were pants i.e. Rubber Soul). Importance of Being Idle is another Oasis classic. Great band to A return to form for the Gallagher brothers. Not as good as the first three albums but that is no crime. The first three albums are three of the greatest of all time. No band can continually create albums to such a high standard with the exception of the Beatles possibly, (even some of theirs were pants i.e. Rubber Soul). Importance of Being Idle is another Oasis classic. Great band to see live. Noel can once again claim that they are the greatest band in the world, as they are. Can't wait for the next LP. MAD FOR IT!!!!… Expand
  86. AndrewG
    Dec 17, 2005
    10
    This a Fantastic Album With the exception of mucky fingers which i find grates on my ears...true return to form for Oasis..ive read some reviews and they dont even talk about the album but just wank on about how crap their last 2 or 3 because this is a truly underrated Album and the critics just cant find that maybe they have changed their tune and grown up a bit ....well maybe a tiny bit This a Fantastic Album With the exception of mucky fingers which i find grates on my ears...true return to form for Oasis..ive read some reviews and they dont even talk about the album but just wank on about how crap their last 2 or 3 because this is a truly underrated Album and the critics just cant find that maybe they have changed their tune and grown up a bit ....well maybe a tiny bit i reccommend everybody to run out and buy it now!… Expand
  87. jong
    Jun 23, 2005
    9
    no live forever, no wonderwall, who cares??? they'll never reach the dizzying heights of 95/96 again, but that doesn't stop this album being chocked full of revolver style tunes and pure rock'n'roll nous. better than anything being produced by the sour faced, joy less, current rock'n'roll fraternity at the moment (yes that mean you, radiohead etc). at least no live forever, no wonderwall, who cares??? they'll never reach the dizzying heights of 95/96 again, but that doesn't stop this album being chocked full of revolver style tunes and pure rock'n'roll nous. better than anything being produced by the sour faced, joy less, current rock'n'roll fraternity at the moment (yes that mean you, radiohead etc). at least oasis know how to have fun. its time the rest of us learnt to have fun as well.… Expand
  88. vendegab
    Jun 19, 2005
    9
    fantastic album, top tunes. Liam sounds fantastic and there isn't a weak moment. Excellent
  89. jerrys
    Jun 23, 2005
    9
    Hey - admit it. This album has great songs and it is the first Oasis album in years where you do not need to skip a track.
  90. MajkyA
    Jun 2, 2005
    9
    Damn cool album, I love almost all song!!!
  91. AlbertA
    Jun 2, 2005
    9
    Surprisingly good after their two last albums (which were quite dissapointing). I cannot stop listening to it. It grows and grows...
  92. JulesP
    Jun 3, 2005
    9
    it's a dark time for the music but this album is great. The best of the year
  93. josel
    Jun 3, 2005
    9
    it is a good cd and it is different.it remembers me to the white cd of the beatles because each different song.
  94. GINOL
    Jun 7, 2005
    9
    This is the first album I heard in ages that stood out. Every song has a distinctive quality. It is real mature and distinctive progression that was lacking in Be Here Now and SOTSOG. It's best feature is it's pure natural music sound, There's no attempt at flashy guitar solos in it. The album has a classic 60s and 70s sound that makes it all feel very relaxing. Noel is in This is the first album I heard in ages that stood out. Every song has a distinctive quality. It is real mature and distinctive progression that was lacking in Be Here Now and SOTSOG. It's best feature is it's pure natural music sound, There's no attempt at flashy guitar solos in it. The album has a classic 60s and 70s sound that makes it all feel very relaxing. Noel is in supperb form with the importance of being idle and part of the queue his best songs since don't look back in anger. Turn up the sun, wriiten by Andy, is a great opener and gives the album a good structure. Mucky fingers sounds sounds awful initially, but it really does grow and gives the album a different dimension. The stand out track though is written by Liam!!! The Meaning of soul is just magnificent. Liam sings it like he's high on e's whilst tring to play the guitar with a chain saw. He also writes love like a bomb its like the follow up to beautiful songbird. With Liam showing such potential it makes oasis future look very bright indeed. The album closes with a real potential anthum let there be love, noel and liams first significant duet since acquiesce. A gret ending to an album which stands tall as one the since coldplays parachutes. It shouldn't be compared to whats the story or definately maybe it should be judged on its own merits. It will certainly be an interesting summer war between oasis and coldplay. Don't believe the truth certainly has the edge musically over x&y let the battle of the worlds best live acts commence.… Expand
  95. JonC
    Jul 10, 2005
    9
    A return to form! Some good tunes
  96. ChrisT
    Jul 4, 2005
    9
    This album kicks ass! I love that the rest of the band has a say these days! This is a huge accomplishment for a band whose been on the outs lately from "so-called" critics! If you want the White Stripes or Good Charlotte then buy into that scene. If you want to hear good classic rock and the like then buy an Oasis album! Whatever happened to a band having "their sound"???It seems to me This album kicks ass! I love that the rest of the band has a say these days! This is a huge accomplishment for a band whose been on the outs lately from "so-called" critics! If you want the White Stripes or Good Charlotte then buy into that scene. If you want to hear good classic rock and the like then buy an Oasis album! Whatever happened to a band having "their sound"???It seems to me that no one crucified Elvis when he junked on a few pounds and sang his old tired ass off on his comeback special...haha..but I digress. Seriously, take a piece from the book of rock and let the pieces fall where they may...lata on!… Expand
  97. LeeR
    Oct 4, 2005
    9
    It's far better than most critics want it to be.
  98. DaveW
    Jun 11, 2005
    9
    Having played this album for the last two weeks and having read reviews, it's clear that this cut will not make any new Oasis fans. That critical mass of popularity has gone, and probably not a bad thing either. So for Oasis fans still reading this review, take heart, it's a great Oasis album. Better by a country mile than everything post-WTSMG. You can actually play this from Having played this album for the last two weeks and having read reviews, it's clear that this cut will not make any new Oasis fans. That critical mass of popularity has gone, and probably not a bad thing either. So for Oasis fans still reading this review, take heart, it's a great Oasis album. Better by a country mile than everything post-WTSMG. You can actually play this from beginning to end without skipping tracks! And by the way, am I the only person on the planet who thinks that "Keep The Dream Alive" is a corker? A beautiful mix of melancholy and hope. Keep it up boys, maybe the best is yet to come? Definitely.… Expand
  99. JKM
    Jun 2, 2005
    9
    This is a very good album. It is obvious that Oasis decided not to try too hard on this one. Rather than overblowing it as they have done in the past (see Be Here Now), they fire off 11 straight quality, unbloated, rockin tunes... many of them classics. It's good from beginning to end. Oasis have been dogged by critics since Morning Glory. I hope they receive the credit they deserve This is a very good album. It is obvious that Oasis decided not to try too hard on this one. Rather than overblowing it as they have done in the past (see Be Here Now), they fire off 11 straight quality, unbloated, rockin tunes... many of them classics. It's good from beginning to end. Oasis have been dogged by critics since Morning Glory. I hope they receive the credit they deserve for this one... it's just good music. Believe the Truth!!… Expand
  100. EamonK
    Jun 2, 2005
    9
    Bad reviews stick in the mind more than excellent reviews in general. However its hard not to give this return to form a big thumbs up. F the begrudgers.
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Metascore
64

Generally favorable reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 28
  3. Negative: 5 out of 28
  1. The A.V. Club
    70
    Yes, the rumors are true: Oasis has--for the first time in a decade--made an album worth hearing.
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  2. Drawer B
    10
    Mediocre melodies ride atop formulaic songwriting.
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  3. Village Voice
    30
    In the end, it's Oasis's attempts to capture former pinnacles, from trying to re-create the simple sunny-side-up pleasures of "Live Forever" to trying for another album-ending mountain like "Champagne Supernova," that keep their latter-day output so entirely forgettable.
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