Noel Is Tuned In For The Blues!

Oasis rocker Noel Gallagher has revealed he likes to keep up with the latest City gossip - by watching Channel M.

The Blues fan, who grew up in Burnage, watches the Manchester-based station - part of the Guardian Media Group, which includes the Manchester Evening News - from his London home on satellite TV.

Gallagher, 41, is a regular viewer of the City Debate Show, in which presenter Jimmy Wagg discusses the latest Blues-related stories with journalists and former players.

He also watches the channel's United Debate Show - but likes to have a pop at the former Reds stars who appear on it.

Gallagher revealed his viewing habits during a radio interview with Xfm presenter Clint Boon.

He said that it was through Channel M's music shows that he discovered Oldham band Twisted Wheel, who are currently on tour with Oasis.

Gallagher said: "I like Twisted Wheel. I've seen them on Channel M. I watch the City Debate Show. Then I watch the United Debate Show, and laugh.

"I shout furiously at all the United players on the telly: `What are you talking about?'"

Channel M bosses are delighted that such a high-profile Blues fan watches the show.

A spokesman for the station said: "The City Debate Show has built up a cult following since it was first launched in August last year.

"Plenty of City legends have paid a visit to the URBIS studio - Mike Summerbee, Gary Owen and Andy Hinchcliffe are just some of the big names to appear.

"It's great that Noel has been watching, as well as staying tuned to see what's happening in the red half!"

The City Debate Show goes out on Channel M on Mondays at 7pm with MEN sports editor Peter Spencer and City legend Tony Book on tonight's show. You can also see clips on this website from this evening.

Source: www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk