Original Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan delivered an evening of music, laughter and emotion in Crewe, receiving a warm welcome from a passionate fanbase.

Taking place on Wednesday 11 November, the Crewe Lyceum event featured an interview followed by an unscripted Q&A, as Meighan spoke openly about his career, personal life and time in Kasabian.

Fans were given the chance to put their own questions to the singer, prompting plenty of laughs, fascinating stories and several emotional moments.

The audience repeatedly chanted Meighan's name, with one fan declaring: "Kasabian isn't the same without you."

Meighan praised the Heath Street theatre, describing it as a beautiful venue, and appeared to enjoy the opportunity to reconnect with supporters.

One of the night's most moving moments came when he reflected on Kasabian's headline performance on the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury Festival in June 2014.

Describing it as a career highlight, Meighan became visibly emotional as he recalled the occasion, shedding a tear as the audience applauded.

However, his relationship with the band has been far from straightforward since his departure in July 2020.

The 45-year-old revealed he has not spoken to his former bandmates since the split, which was agreed at a pub, and suggested he had felt Sergio Pizzorno was gradually phasing him out long before his departure.

Meighan described Pizzorno as a "narcissist", speaking candidly about the breakdown of their relationship.

Looking back at the beginnings of Kasabian in 1997, Meighan recalled how he and Pizzorno began writing songs together as teenagers, aged just 16.

He shared the story behind the iconic 'Club Foot' riff, which he recalled emerging while the band were spending time together on a farm.

Meighan also reflected on their musical influences, revealing he was inspired by Ocean Colour Scene, while Pizzorno leaned more towards Oasis.

He spoke fondly of the Britpop era and recalled touring with Oasis in 2005.

Meighan revealed Noel Gallagher had once told him he would love to have him in Oasis.

He also discussed his friendship with Gallagher and his affection for Kasabian's 'West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum' album, as well as highlighting a special show celebrating 20 years of album 'Empire' in Leicester on 19 December.

Reflecting on his solo career, Meighan revealed Coldplay frontman Chris Martin had sent him a supportive text message when releasing solo track 'Movin' on,' a song he told the Crewe audience was his favourite one to date.

The singer also discussed his ADHD diagnosis and spoke candidly about his personal life, including his relationship with wife Vikki Ager.

After meeting in 2005 and marrying in 2021, Meighan said they had been together for 21 years and that Vikki had forgiven him for his past actions towards her.

He said he was happily married and also spoke about family life, revealing he has four children and two bald female cats.

As the evening drew to a close, Meighan treated the audience to four songs, including Kasabian favourites 'Club Foot' and 'Shoot The Runner', alongside solo track 'Better Life'.

He finished with 'LSF (Lost Souls Forever)', prompting a huge singalong as the crowd joined in with the familiar chants.

Afterwards, Meighan headed outside to meet fans, signing autographs and posing for photographs.

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