In a conversation with Forbes, Gene Simmons revealed his thoughts on the Oasis reunion, expressing admiration for the band despite their past conflicts. He noted that the dynamic between the Gallagher brothers, Liam and Noel, mirrors the classic tale of famous musical partnerships turning sour only to reunite, but an Oasis member also quit his solo career for the reunion.
Simmons mentioned briefly meeting Liam in the past, who jokingly claimed to have named one of his sons, Gene, after Simmons. He praised the reunion, calling it brilliant, whether intentional or accidental, and wished the band well, adding that their fanbase is eager to hear their music again.
Big fan! Oh, it’s brilliant marketing, whether by hook or by crook, whether it’s by accident or plan. I know Liam [Gallagher] a little bit. We ran into each other at a hotel and exchanged pleasantries. He actually pulled my leg and convinced me that one of his two boys—Gene and Lennon—that he named Gene after me. I doubt it, but he convinced me at the hotel! But that relationship between the two brothers, I mean I’ve read that story before, it’s always worked. Start with Cain and Abel and go right down. All the great pairings: [John] Lennon and [Paul] McCartney, [Mick] Jagger and [Keith] Richards, they all turn on each other after a while, then they get back together again! It always works and good for them because, again, people want to hear those songs! They’ve got lots of fans and they’ll do great. Good luck! More power to them.
