Oasis Returns to Glory: The Live ’25 Tour That’s Rewriting Rock History

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After 16 years of bitter feuding, the Gallagher brothers have reunited for the most anticipated comeback in rock history. The Oasis Live ’25 world tour has delivered everything fans hoped for and more.

The Reunion That Shocked the World

The announcement came as a complete surprise. On August 27, 2024, both Liam and Noel Gallagher simultaneously posted on social media: “This is it, this is happening. The guns have fallen silent. The stars have aligned. The great wait is over. Come see. It will not be televised”. The reconciliation marked the end of a 15-year feud that began with a backstage altercation at a Paris festival in 2009, when Noel famously declared he “simply could not go on working with Liam a day longer”.

The first hint of reconciliation came when Liam revealed he had made the first move, calling Noel to patch things up. In a characteristic tweet, he wrote: “I called him but don’t tell anyone as I do t wont folk thinking I’m a soft lad and stuffs keep it between me n you cheers x”.

A Triumphant Return to the Stage

The tour officially launched on July 4, 2025, at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium, marking the band’s first performance together since 2009. The opening night was nothing short of spectacular, with 62,000 fans witnessing history in the making. The brothers walked on stage arm-in-arm, a powerful symbol of their reconciliation, before launching into their traditional opener “Fuckin’ in the Bushes”.

Critics were unanimous in their praise. The New York Times described the performance as “Oasis sounding almost as good as they ever have”, while Variety noted the “powerful new line-up and career-spanning setlist”. The atmosphere was electric, with fans singing every word to a 24-song setlist that spanned their entire career.

The Setlist That Defines a Generation

The Cardiff opening nights featured a carefully curated selection of hits and deep cuts:

Opening Set:

“Hello”
“Acquiesce”
“Morning Glory”
“Some Might Say”
“Bring It On Down”
“Cigarettes & Alcohol”
“Fade Away”
“Supersonic”

Mid-Set Highlights:

“Roll With It”
“Talk Tonight” (sung by Noel)
“Half the World Away” (sung by Noel)
“D’You Know What I Mean?”
“Stand By Me”
“Live Forever”

Epic Encore:

“The Masterplan” (sung by Noel)
“Don’t Look Back in Anger” (sung by Noel)
“Wonderwall”
“Champagne Supernova”

The setlist deliberately focused on their first two albums and B-sides compilation “The Masterplan,” reflecting their Britpop peak and giving fans exactly what they craved.

Manchester Homecoming: A City Celebrates

The tour’s emotional pinnacle came with the Manchester shows at Heaton Park, where approximately 80,000 fans attended each of the five performances. The homecoming was deeply personal for the Gallagher brothers, who formed the band in Manchester in 1991.

Fans described the Manchester atmosphere as “biblical,” with the entire city transformed into a massive celebration. The Woodthorpe pub near Heaton Park became a gathering point for international fans, with attendees traveling from Chile, Colombia, and across the US. Local pub manager Gary Hensley noted how fans could hear the band’s rehearsals the night before, creating an unprecedented buzz in the area.

The Ticketing Controversy That Shook the Industry

The tour launch was marred by a significant controversy over “dynamic pricing.” When tickets went on sale in August 2024, standard standing tickets initially priced at £135 jumped to £355 for many fans after hours of waiting in virtual queues. The price surge affected approximately 14 million people who joined the scramble for 1.4 million tickets across the initial 17 UK and Ireland shows.

The backlash was immediate and intense. Oasis issued a statement claiming they had “no awareness that dynamic pricing was going to be used”, while the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority launched an investigation. The controversy prompted potential new legislation requiring ticket sellers to disclose maximum prices upfront.

Following the outcry, the band confirmed that dynamic pricing would not be used for subsequent international dates, stating: “Ticketmaster’s dynamic pricing model will not be applied to the forthcoming sale of tickets to Oasis concerts in North America”.

A Global Phenomenon

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The tour’s success has been staggering. All 41 dates across the world tour sold out almost immediately, with the band set to play to millions of fans across five continents. The tour includes:

UK & Ireland (July-September 2025):

Cardiff: Principality Stadium (2 shows)
Manchester: Heaton Park (5 shows)
London: Wembley Stadium (7 shows)
Edinburgh: Scottish Gas Murrayfield (3 shows)
Dublin: Croke Park (2 shows)

International Dates:

North America: Toronto, Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, Mexico City
Asia: Seoul, Tokyo
Australia: Melbourne, Sydney
South America: Buenos Aires, Santiago, São Paulo

The Brothers’ Relationship: Professional but Distant

Despite their on-stage chemistry, reports suggest the brothers maintain a professional distance backstage. Music industry sources indicate they have separate dressing rooms and don’t socialize together after shows. However, this arrangement appears to be working, with both brothers focused on delivering exceptional performances rather than forcing a personal reconciliation.

The visual moments of unity have been carefully orchestrated but genuine. Videos from the Cardiff shows captured the brothers sharing a brief hug at the end of performances, while Manchester footage showed them walking on stage hand-in-hand.

Chart Domination and Cultural Impact

The reunion has triggered a massive resurgence in Oasis’s popularity. Following the tour announcement, six of their works re-entered the UK charts, with “Live Forever” reaching a higher position than upon its original release. By July 2025, they had achieved three albums in the top five of the UK album chart.

The band’s streaming numbers have soared to 21.5 million monthly listeners on Spotify, with a total of 12 billion streams to date. Their influence extends beyond music, with the iconic bucket hat becoming a symbol of the reunion tour and Manchester experiencing an economic boom from the influx of international fans.

Looking Forward: More Than Just Nostalgia

While the tour celebrates their classic catalogue, the performances have proven that Oasis remains a vital force in rock music. Critics noted that the band sounds “genuinely better than anything I saw from the band between 05 and 09”, suggesting this isn’t merely a nostalgia trip but a genuine artistic revival.

The tour has also sparked discussions about new music, though the band has remained tight-lipped about future recordings. Their last album, “Dig Out Your Soul,” was released in 2008, and fans are hopeful that the successful reunion might lead to new material.

The Merchandise Empire

The tour has generated massive merchandise sales, with official stores launching nationwide. The collection includes everything from tour-specific items to collaborations with Adidas, featuring graphics from classic albums like “Definitely Maybe” and “(What’s the Story) Morning Glory?”. Limited edition items have sold out rapidly, with fans queuing for hours to purchase memorabilia.

A Legacy Restored

The Oasis Live ’25 tour represents more than just a reunion—it’s a restoration of one of Britain’s most important cultural exports. The performances have reminded audiences why Oasis dominated the 1990s music scene and why their songs continue to resonate with new generations of fans.

As one fan review perfectly captured: “I have just witnessed something that feels like history, a once in a lifetime feeling that no other gig has ever given me”. The tour has proven that some bands are simply too important to remain apart, and that the power of great music can overcome even the most bitter family feuds.

The Gallagher brothers may never be close personally, but professionally, they’ve created something extraordinary—a reunion tour that celebrates not just their past, but the enduring power of rock music to unite people across generations and continents. With shows continuing through November 2025, the Oasis Live ’25 tour stands as one of the most successful comeback stories in rock history.