British rock icons Oasis revealed on Tuesday that they are set to reunite for a global tour commencing in the UK next year, following the resolution of a notorious 15-year dispute between brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher. The band, known for chart-toppers such as Wonderwall, Don't Look Back In Anger, and Champagne Supernova, shared the news on X, confirming performances in Cardiff, Manchester, London, Edinburgh, and Dublin, the Irish capital. Formed in Manchester in 1991 and pivotal in shaping the Britpop scene of the 1990s, this marks Oasis's first collective performance since 2009, after the Gallagher siblings' public fallout.
"The guns have fallen silent. The stars have aligned. The great wait is over. Come see. It will not be televised," Oasis declared, announcing the reunion along with initial tour details. This announcement follows days of subtle clues and intense speculation about the band's return. The tour will commence with two nights at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, starting July 4, 2025, followed by shows at Heaton Park in Manchester. Subsequent performances are scheduled at Wembley Stadium in London, Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh, and Croke Park in Dublin.
Described as their sole European performances next year, the tour is anticipated to be one of the most significant live events and sought-after tickets of the decade, according to an online statement. Preparations are also in motion for Oasis Live '25 to extend to other continents beyond Europe later in the year. Oasis, deeply associated with '90s Britpop and a fierce competitor to London's Blur, led by Damon Albarn, was also infamous for public altercations between the Gallagher brothers. Their relationship reached a critical point during a 2009 dispute at the Rock en Seine festival in Paris, where Liam damaged one of Noel's guitars.
Despite the acrimonious split, both brothers continue to perform Oasis's hits to packed audiences. Previously, their interactions were mostly limited to social media jabs. The reunion coincides with the 30th anniversary of Oasis's acclaimed 1995 album (What's the Story) Morning Glory?. Additionally, the first recording session tracks for their debut album Definitely Maybe, including unheard versions of Live Forever, Cigarettes & Alcohol, and Rock 'N' Roll Star, will be released the day after its 30th anniversary, according to Britain's Press Association (PA) news agency. PA also clarified that Oasis will not be appearing at Glastonbury 2025, contrary to earlier speculations. The brothers have previously hinted at a possible reunion, with Noel expressing a "never say never" attitude last year, but recent social media activity has increasingly suggested an imminent announcement.
