Exhibition Celebrates 30th Anniversary of Oasis’ Iconic Album "Definitely Maybe"

“the rest is history” Michael Spencer Jones.

Showcasing Iconic Album Art and Photography of Oasis, The Verve, Happy Mondays, The Smiths, Stereophonics, and Suede by Michael Spencer Jones, Scarlet Page, Central Station Design, and Stephen Wright

Marking the 30th anniversary of Oasis’ seminal album Definitely Maybe, we are excited to announce a celebratory exhibition titled "Definitely Maybe 30 - Where and When : Manchester and Beyond". This exhibition will showcase an iconic collection of prints celebrating the influential album covers and photography that defined an era, featuring works from renowned artists Michael Spencer Jones, Scarlet Page, Central Station Design, and Stephen Wright.

Exhibition Details:

• Title: Definitely Maybe 30 - Where and When; Manchester and Beyond
• Dates: 10/08/2024 – 29/08/2024
• Location: Hypergallery, 47 Market Place, Henley-on-Thames, RG9 2AA
• Opening Reception: 09/08/2024

The "Definitely Maybe 30 - Where and When : Manchester and Beyond" exhibition will transport visitors to the heart of the Britpop movement, featuring iconic imagery from bands that shaped the sound and style of the 1990s. The collection includes:

• Oasis: Featuring Michael Spencer Jones' legendary cover art for Definitely Maybe and other pivotal works that capture the band’s most loved significant decade from their debut release in 1994 to (What’s The Story) Morning Glory? and Be Here Now.
• The Verve: Showcasing evocative images by Scarlet Page and cover art by Michael Spencer Jones, revealing the band's iconic moments from the 1990s.
• Happy Mondays: Highlighting Central Station Design’s distinctive and vibrant cover art that defined the band's aesthetic.
• The Smiths: Including Stephen Wright's iconic photograph outside Salford Lad’s Club, immortalizing the band's influential presence.
• Stereophonics and Suede: Presenting exclusive images by Scarlet Page and Michael Spencer Jones, offering a glimpse into the essence of these iconic bands.

Highlights of the Exhibition:

• Authentic signed prints of the Definitely Maybe album cover and other works by Michael Spencer Jones.
• Behind-the-scenes insights into the creation of some of the most memorable album covers of the 1990s.
• Stunning prints by Scarlet Page, Central Station Design's vivid album art, and Stephen Wright’s iconic images of The Smiths.
• Limited edition prints available for purchase, providing fans with a chance to own a piece of music history.

This exhibition not only celebrates the music but also the visual artistry that defined a generation. It offers an immersive journey through the cultural landscape of Manchester that gave birth to Oasis, and beyond to the bands that blew up with them, highlighting the synergy between music and visual art - and artists - that characterized the Britpop era.

This exhibition is a tribute to a vibrant period in music history when album art and photography were still integral to the cultural impact of the music.