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For those looking for a different flavor, a notable was also released, slowing the track down and emphasizing its atmospheric roots. Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds Return With 'Pretty Boy'

Recorded at Noel's own studio in London, "Pretty Boy" marks a notable shift toward a restless, post-punk energy. Noel_Gallaghers_High_Flying_Birds-Pretty_Boy-SI...

: The track moves away from arena-sized bombast in favor of a driving drum machine beat and airy, "interstellar" jangle. For those looking for a different flavor, a

The single quickly gained traction, becoming and spending 15 weeks on the Radio X playlist. While some critics described the lyrics as "broad and hollow" or "cryptic," others praised the song’s dark chord progressions and its departure from standard Britpop tropes. The single quickly gained traction, becoming and spending

Fans and reviewers alike noted that while the song has a "safe consistency" for those who love Noel's work, it also signals a continuation of the psychedelic shifts first heard on 2017's Who Built The Moon? .

The official video for "Pretty Boy" takes a unique creative direction, focusing on a crew of preparing for a performance. Noel himself even makes a cameo in the video—though you'll have to look closely to spot him. Critical and Fan Reception