Oasis To Debut Royal-Baiting 'Falling Down' Video Today (Feb 3)

Film for new single takes aim at monarchy

Oasis will debut the video for their new single 'Falling Down' at 5pm (GMT) today (February 3).

The video will be able to watch at MySpace.com/oasis from 5pm. However, fans can get see an exclusive selection of video stills now at NME.COM/photos now.

The clip will also be shown on Channel 4 at 11.35pm (GMT).

The video was directed by Wiz, who as well as the Gallaghers has made videos for Massive Attack and Primal Scream.

The 'Falling Down' promo mocks the British monarchy, cutting real footage of Prince Charles with footage showing the double life of a would-be royal.

However a spokesperson for band explained that "the video is director Wiz’s vision and is not directly related to the song".

They added: "Only Wiz knows what the story is but themes around fame, celebrity and secret lives are clearly part of his inspiration."

To find out exactly what Wiz had in mind for the controversial new film, get this week's issue of NME, on UK newsstands tomorrow (February 4) for more pictures from the set and an exclusive interview with Wiz himself.

'Falling Down' is set to be released as a single on March 9.

Source: www.nme.com