Oasis announce small London gigs

Oasis have announced a quartet of intimate London dates - their first in more than four years - before their summer tour.

It will mark the first time fans will be able to hear songs from the new album, Don't Believe the Truth, live.

They will begin at the Astoria on 10 May, followed by the Clapham Grand on 22 May, Coronet on 25 May and Carling Apollo Hammersmith on 26 May.

Tickets go on sale this Friday at 9am on 0870 142 2205 or online at www.oasisnet.com.