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Koko, London The reliably aloof ex-Oasis frontman rides the wave of the Britpop revival with an intimate gig that mixes old favourites and (Oasis-y-sounding) solo anthems – and fuels speculation about a reunionLiam Gallagher, British rock star, is not known for smiling. Having stared down from stages and out from magazine covers for more than 30 years, eyeballing all-comers to step outside, it’s as though the younger Gallagher brother remains the brooding focal point not just for his erstwhile band Oasis – or his own solo afterlife, now three hit albums strong – but for the whole concept of moody rock stardom itself.“ROCK’N’ROLL”, declares a shiny silver backdrop – in all capitals, like his tweets. Gallagher’s solo band includes a peak of four guitarists and, occasionally, two drummers, three backing vocalists, alongside keys and bass. It’s an outfit more suited to demolishing an arena than this compact Camden venue, which naturally sold out in seconds. Continue reading...