Between Brothers

Although I was a neutral party when it came to this alternative Oasis to nostalgia, I kept tabs on the bands that followed after the brothers' band dissolved; not their side projects, but their "in pursuit of music wthout the family conflict" ensembles. Both Beady Eye and Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds were good, but not remarkable, and that is coming from a neutral party. However, the third album was a similar situation as with The Strokes and I; it caused me to revisit their earlier material and reconsider the relationship. Finding out there was a solo album from Liam, I thought to review both and place them together, because that's one of the only ways they will be found in a close vicinity.
 The best response I have when it comes to listening to this new solo album is by saying "As you were, Liam Gallagher." For what it's worth, I have little constructive criticism, and while it's not my favorite song, its a good one. The album is not perfect, but when something isn't broke, it may be easier to leave well enough alone. Nor is this my cup of tea, but there are some good songs. If you are a fan of what he has done so far, you better run to the  local record store, except not many exist anymore. This style I formulate my reviews with, is not sarcasm serving as a wall of glass, or a distraction, just some artistic liberty, and the introduction is quite... it foreshadows some rockers and solid songwriting. "Doesn't Have to Be" may be the winner for me, but for "All My People/All Mankind" there are more songs to enjoy, while spoil the discovery of what you can find?
So I end one review with a question and begin with another on the next round, Who Built The Moon?
It was the opening song that warned me to keep my ears open for more. Again, like the Strokes, Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds managed to capture my attention, because they "Keep on Reaching" for something more, something different; and I was so distracted by the monotone of Casablancas in the singles that I had little interest in exploring their first two records in full.  I did listen to the debut of Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds, but don't remember chasing all of yesterday. The latter song  mentioned with its horn flourishes and its rock and its R&B aesthetic, just found itself out my grasp to describe and express why I like it so much. The same thing with "It's a Beautiful World," I cannot tell you why, but title aside that statement is true; although we cannot exactly see it as beautiful all the time. "Be Careful What You Wish For" not only sounds like a warning from the future trip to the farm, but an Aerosmith classic where female vocals replace the horns. As for what follows, do we find out who built it? Does it matter? Not just the answer, but what is it without the discovery of that answer. I implore you to sample the album for yourself. There is more to be enjoyed.