EXCLUSIVE: I photographed Oasis in a street in London just because it shared the name of a Manchester City midfielder and Liam and Noel Gallagher loved it' Legendary snapper Kevin Cummins on the secret behind his cunning masterplan

Oasis's connection to Manchester City is a defining aspect of both the band and the football club's identity, particularly in the 1990s. Liam and Noel Gallagher actively promoted City, with Noel designing a kit and Liam recording the anthem 'Blue Moon.' Photographer Kevin Cummins played a crucial role in linking the two, using his images to elevate both entities' status. Their early relationship, preceding City's recent successes, helped entwine their legacies, creating an iconic association recognized worldwide.

The links between City and Oasis, especially in the 90s, were beneficial for both parties, promoting the band and the football club on a global scale.

Cummins' early work with Oasis helped put the band and Manchester City on the map, intertwining their fates in the cultural landscape of Manchester.

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