10 Most Iconic British Frontmen In Rock Music History

10. Liam Gallagher - Oasis

Liam Gallagher is as well known for his off-stage persona as he is for being the lead singer of one of the biggest British rock bands in the world.

It's part of the appeal for some, and for others it's what turns them off, but rock stars wouldn't be fun without at least a little bit of controversy. Whichever side of the fence you fall on, however, it all makes for great entertainment.

Part of the Oasis appeal was the rough around the edges charm of the two Gallagher brothers, but whereas Noel had a degree of wit injected into his interactions with the press, Liam was more known for saying or acting on the first thing that would come into his head.

But, for whatever reason the swaggering Mancunian was able to pull it off. He inspired generations of dedicated Oasis fans to sport a mod cut, don a classic sheepskin or parka in any weather, and adopt a strut that would only be acceptable if one had just ridden the length and breadth of Britain on the back of a giraffe.

His distinctive vocal delivery, the drawn out vowels and his unique ability to play the tambourine so tenaciously (even when there was no tambourine in the song) all made for one hell of a frontman.