One band that certainly made a mark on the British music scene, and worldwide too, is Oasis, with their iconic song “Wonderwall.” Released in 1995, it’s a track that has won over countless guitar players, thanks to its simplicity and melodic nature.

For guitar players drawn to chord-strumming and desiring to dig into British rock soundscapes, “Wonderwall” is an ideal starting point. The song commences with an Em7-G-Dsus4-A7sus4 chord progression which persists throughout almost entirety of the song. The methodical strumming pattern and comprehensive chord structures, combined with the percussive staccato of shuffling strings in mute, is indeed a uniqueness of The Oasis’s style. However, the true magic lies in the harmonic interplay of these chords that creates the classic ’90s Britpop vibe, reflecting a perfect mix of melancholy and exuberance.