Roland_Oasis_Gem_Blue_Manchester.2005

Legendary Oasis images from City of Manchester Stadium UK and the Don’t Believe the Truth World Tour

Blue Haze

Gem Archer, rhythm guitarist and quiet force behind Oasis’s later years, stands deep in the groove - framed in moody blue light during the Don’t Believe the Truth tour in Manchester, 2005. His attention isn’t on the crowd, but on the tone, the feel, the flow. It’s a moment of pure musicianship.

The Moment

Gem’s playing was the glue in Oasis’s post-2000 sound - textured, melodic, and understated. Captured here mid-set, this image is less about the spotlight and more about the soundscape. You can almost hear the hum of the amp behind him and feel the weight of the chord he’s about to hit.

The Artistry

The photograph plays with saturation and mood: vivid electric blue wraps the figure like smoke, giving the shot a dreamlike intensity. The spotlight barely kisses his face, adding to the sense of inward focus. Against the gleam of his white Jaguar, the darkness sings. This is the sound of Manchester, caught mid-breath.

The Print

Each photograph is printed on Hahnemühle Photo Rag - a premium, museum-grade archival Giclée paper with a velvety matte finish and rich tonal depth. This paper is acid and lignin-free, ensuring exceptional image stability for over 100 years under proper display conditions.

All prints are produced as strictly limited editions and feature Roland’s digital artist signature, accompanied by an individually numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

The Photographer

Roland has a special talent for capturing raw, authentic moments. Each iconic image tells a compelling story and forges an intimate connection with the viewer.

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