HE'LL always be known as the man who discovered and signed Oasis.

But there's a lot more to Alan McGee, as the audience at the MacArts in Galashiels is about to find out.

His Creation label was at the forefront of British music for decades.

The Scottish businessman, music industry executive and record label owner, is also a musician, manager, and music blogger for The Guardian.

You can join Alan at the MacArts on Sunday, June 30 as he discusses his career, the music industry and his relationship with bands such as Oasis and Primal Scream.

In 1997, the revitalised Labour Party took note of McGee's accomplishments with Creation and they got him to spearhead a media campaign prior to the General Election in order to appeal to Britain's youth culture.

He was largely responsible for changing government legislation in relation to musicians being able to go on the new deal which gave musicians three years to develop and be funded by the government instead of having to take other jobs to survive.

Other significant bands that were signed by Creation records include 3 Colours Red, The Boo Radleys, Bernard Butler, Heavy Stereo, Bob Mould, My Bloody Valentine, Teenage Fanclub, Saint Etienne, Kevin Rowland, Super Furry Animals, The Jesus and Mary Chain, The House of Love, Ride and Slowdive.

He is currently the manager for the Happy Mondays, Black Grape, Shaun Ryder, Cast, Glasvegas, The Bluetones.

During the evening there will also be an opportunity to ask Alan questions.

The night itself will be hosted by author and broadcaster, Rob Fiddaman.

Tickets are available from the MacArts box office on 01896756852.