After 16 years, Oasis has kicked off their much-anticipated reunion tour at Cardiff's Principality Stadium, drawing excitement from fans worldwide. Though ticketing issues prompted scrutiny, the band's return, including former members and a unique stage setup, marks a historic moment for music lovers.
Oasis Reunion Tour Kicks Off, Marking a Historic Return After 16 Years
Oasis Reunion Tour Kicks Off, Marking a Historic Return After 16 Years
Fans flock to Cardiff as the legendary band Oasis launches their long-awaited reunion tour, igniting excitement despite ticketing controversies.
The wait is finally over for Oasis fans, as the iconic British band launched their highly-anticipated reunion tour on Friday night at Cardiff's Principality Stadium. Having been a staggering 5,795 days since their last performance, the event drew individuals from across the globe, eager to experience the return of one of the UK's biggest musical exports.
Soundchecks leading up to the show had tantalized the public with snippets of Oasis classics like "Cigarettes & Alcohol," "Wonderwall," and "Champagne Supernova." Noel Gallagher shared the excitement on talkSPORT radio, saying, "It's sounding huge. This is it, there's no going back now."
The Oasis Live '25 tour has become a monumental success even before its launch, boasting one of the highest ticket demand responses ever seen in the UK and Ireland. A staggering 900,000 tickets were sold, although many fans expressed dissatisfaction with rising prices, especially when standard standing tickets shifted from £135 to £355. As a result, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an investigation into Ticketmaster's ticket pricing practices.
Despite the controversy, excitement filled Cardiff as fans traveled from locations like Spain, Kenya, and Japan, eager to be part of the historic moment. "For me, Oasis represents an overwhelming optimism about being young and loving music," expressed Kenyan fan Jeff Gachini.
The reunited band features original members Noel and Liam Gallagher, alongside Gem Archer, Paul "Bonehead" Arthurs, and Andy Bell, with additional musicians enhancing the live experience. Fans buzzed about the setlist rumors, anticipating the opening of "Hello" and ending with "Champagne Supernova," among other fan favorites.
Oasis's journey has been marked by their unparalleled success in the mid-90s, amassing tens of millions of album sales and revitalizing British guitar music. Their journey, however, hasn't been without its challenges, including well-publicized feuds between the Gallagher brothers, which culminated in the band's split in 2009.
After years of solo careers, speculation mounted around a reunion, especially after Noel's divorce, leading to this momentous tour announcement. Co-manager Alec McKinlay noted their surprise at the massive international interest in the tour, which is expected to generate significant revenue with 41 shows scheduled across various continents.
As Noel Gallagher made a surprise arrival by train ahead of the opening night, the anticipation surrounding Oasis's return is palpable as fans prepare for what might be the band's final hurrah in the music scene.
