 | Gem joined oasis in November 1999 as a rhythm guitarist replacing Paul "Bonehead" Arthurs. His name comes from a his nickname: Archie Gemill, who was a famous Scottish football player in the 1970's.
By the way, it is pronounced GEM, as in God, not as in jem stone.
Gem was the lead guitarist and vocalist in Creation records' Heavy Stereo. They had a very 1970 glam rock sound and never achieved any success worldwide.
He is married and has a son named Joel.
Because he had no part in writing or recording Oasis' new album Standing on the Shoulder of Giants. Gem will earn nothing from the royalties. Instead, he'll be paid as a touring guitarist only - making about £85 a day.
His favorite Oasis song is Shakermaker. "To me it's the essence of what Oasis is about," he enthuses.
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