Man who created cover for Oasis' debut album Definitely Maybe to open music art shop

The man who created the cover for Oasis' debut album Definitely Maybe is to open music art shop in Manchester city centre.

Microdot has taken 375 sq ft of space in the iconic retail and leisure district of King Street.

The brand, which was launched in 1990 by Brian Cannon, created record sleeve artwork for everything released by Oasis and The Verve throughout the 1990's and has created a selection of artwork for Suede, Cast, Ash and Super Furry Animals.

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Mr Cannon said: "We chose King Street for our Manchester store as it is one of the most premium shopping thoroughfares in the city, being in such close proximity to brands such as Pretty Green is great for us and we just love the vibe of the street."

Pretty Green is the fashion brand founded by Oasis' Liam Gallagher which was recently sold by JD Sports to Mike Ashley's retail empire.

The shop will be Microdot’s second site alongside its initial store in Kendal.

Tom Royston, director at DTZ Investors, said: "We are delighted to be supporting independent brands at King Street and believe an iconic brand with so many links to Manchester like Microdot supports the wider strategy for the district.

"We are looking forward to watching them grow and develop on the street."

DTZ Investors is the owner of several assets across Manchester including the Printworks which it bought in 2017 for £108m.

Microdot is set to join a number of other brands located on the street including The White Company, Pretty Green, El Gato Negro, TAST, recently launched Franco Manca and Clarks Originals.