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Oasis star Noel Gallagher has accused rappers Eminem and 50 Cent of encouraging youth violence.

The guitarist told Observer Music Monthly that he hates hip hop because of the negative messages it gives to fans.

"I despise hip hop. Loathe it. Eminem is an idiot and I find 50 Cent the most distasteful character I have ever crossed in my life."

And Noel reckons that rap stars should take part of the blame for escalating levels of youth violence.

"I'm not saying they are directly responsible, but that's how you end up with these gangs of youths stabbing people."