Oasis Reunites: 16-Year Hiatus Ends with Sold-Out Scottish Concerts
June 15, 2025
Oasis is set to reunite for their first live performances in 16 years, marking the band's only Scottish concerts since the reconciliation of brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher.
The three concerts at Murrayfield Stadium in August 2025 are expected to attract around 210,000 attendees and generate approximately £136 million for the local economy.
Tickets for the reunion tour sold out rapidly, with over 17 million fans competing for just 1.7 million available tickets, showcasing the immense demand for the shows.
Ticketmaster reported over 900,000 tickets sold, with estimates suggesting nearly 1.4 million spectators may attend the concerts, highlighting the significant interest in the band's return.
As preparations ramp up, Liam Gallagher criticized a Scottish council for implying that Oasis fans are 'drunk, middle-aged and fat' in safety briefings for the upcoming concerts.
Council officials described the expected attendees in unflattering terms, raising concerns about their potential impact on the Edinburgh Fringe festival.
In response, Councillor Margaret Graham defended the council's preparations, emphasizing their commitment to safety and successful event management in collaboration with local agencies.
Despite concerns about crowd behavior and intoxication, documents indicated that past Gallagher events have resulted in minimal arrests, suggesting manageable crowd dynamics.
The tour will feature 19 shows across the UK and Ireland, including seven performances at Wembley Stadium, with support from acts like Richard Ashcroft and Cast.
The Scottish Rugby Union expressed confidence in hosting the concerts, referencing the successful shows by Taylor Swift at the same venue the previous year.
During rehearsals, Liam reflected on the 'wasted years' since the band's split in 2009, expressing hope for his relationship with Noel moving forward.
The tour will kick off on July 4, 2025, in Cardiff, and includes additional dates in Manchester, London, Edinburgh, and various international locations.
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The Guardian • Jun 15, 2025
Edinburgh council’s attitude to Oasis fans ‘stinks’, says Liam Gallagher
BBC News • Jun 15, 2025
Oasis fans called 'rowdy' and 'middle-aged' in Edinburgh gig briefing
The Telegraph • Jun 15, 2025
Liam Gallagher hits back at council’s claim Oasis fans are middle-aged drunks
Daily Mirror • Jun 15, 2025
Liam Gallagher explodes as Oasis fans branded 'fat, drunk and lairy' ahead of reunion tour