Richard Oakes

Richard John Oakes (born October 1, 1976) is a British musician. He was formerly guitarist in the band Suede, replacing Bernard Butler at the age of 17. He managed to outstay

Richard John Oakes (born October 1, 1976) is a British musician. He was formerly guitarist in the band Suede, replacing Bernard Butler at the age of 17. He managed to outstay the original guitarist by the time of the group's split in 2003.