It’s the moment music enthusiasts have eagerly anticipated for 5,795 days, as Oasis officially begins their reunion tour at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on Friday night. The band—known for their monumental hit album (What's the Story) Morning Glory?—has begun soundchecks, exciting fans with familiar tunes drifting through the stadium.
“It’s sounding huge,” stated Noel Gallagher in an interview with talkSPORT. “This is it, there’s no going back now.”
Dubbed the Oasis Live '25 tour, this launch is the most significant concert event ever witnessed in the UK and Ireland, with over 10 million fans from 158 countries battling for tickets last summer. Although 900,000 tickets were sold, fan frustration arose when "in demand" standing tickets that were originally priced at £135 were suddenly relabeled at £355 during the purchase process. This price hike prompted the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) to investigate potential consumer law violations by Ticketmaster, which resulted in changes to how ticket prices are communicated.
Despite the challenges, excitement remains sky-high in Cardiff, where fans from across the globe—including Spain, Peru, Japan, and the USA—have gathered for the historic tour opener. Jeff Gachini, a fan from Kenya, expressed his connection to the band: “For me, Oasis represents overwhelming optimism about being young and loving music.”
The anticipated lineup features the Gallagher brothers alongside former Oasis members Gem Archer, Paul "Bonehead" Arthurs, and Andy Bell, complemented by drummer Joey Waronker and backing singer Jess Greenfield. Buzz around the setlist hints at a captivating mix of classics, with speculation suggesting they may open with "Hello" and close the show with "Champagne Supernova", along with other legendary tracks.
Oasis, once hailed as the largest band in Britain from 1994 to 1997, sold millions of albums and reshaped British guitar music. The group emerged from the challenging environment of Manchester, evolving from struggles and resourcefulness into a rock sensation.
Over the years, however, internal tensions, particularly between the Gallagher siblings, led to their split in 2009. While both brothers pursued individual careers, rumors of a reunion lingered, gaining momentum following Noel's divorce in 2022, leading to speculation that familial bonds have been restored.
The highly publicized tour could generate up to £400 million in ticket sales and merchandise, with 41 shows planned across the UK, North America, Oceania, and South America, marking an extraordinary global resurgence for the band.
As the clock strikes 20:15 UK time, fans will finally witness the long-awaited return of Oasis to the stage, promising a blend of nostalgia, excitement, and unforgettable music. Fans and industry insiders alike are ready to see if this remarkable reunion can rekindle the magic that made Oasis an iconic force in music history.
