Britpop icons Oasis have not only buried the hatchet after their long-standing public feud but are now expanding their highly anticipated reunion tour. The band has announced the addition of three more dates to their already packed schedule for next year’s stadium shows.
The reunion, which has become one of the most discussed tours in recent memory, is set to kick off on July 16th at Manchester’s Heaton Park. This opening show will be followed by performances at several iconic venues, including London’s Wembley Stadium. The tour will also feature multiple dates in Dublin during mid-August. Oasis has hinted at plans to announce additional dates on other places, although specific details about these international shows are yet to be revealed.
The announcement of this reunion tour marks the end of a 15-year hiatus for the band, a period marked by public disagreements and solo pursuits. Oasis, who rose to prominence in the 1990s, left an indelible mark on the music industry with their distinctive sound and attitude. Their impact is evident in their staggering sales figures, with an impressive 75 million records sold worldwide.
During their active years, Oasis was known for their electrifying live performances across the globe. Their return to the stage after such a prolonged absence has generated significant buzz in among so many fans. The band’s decision to reunite and tour again has sparked excitement across generations, from Gen X and millennials who grew up with their music to Gen Z discovering their legacy for the first time.
As the tour dates approach, speculation is rife about the setlist and whether the band will introduce new material alongside their classic hits. The reunion also raises questions about the dynamic between the notoriously quarrelsome Gallagher brothers and how their reconciliation might influence their on-stage chemistry.
The expansion of the tour schedule suggests a positive response to initial ticket sales and a strong demand for more opportunities to see the band live. It also indicates that Oasis is committed to making this reunion a substantial and wide-reaching event, rather than a one-off occurrence.
While the band has not released any new music in conjunction with the tour announcement, the mere prospect of Oasis performing together again has reignited interest in their extensive back catalog. As fans eagerly awaits more details about the expanded tour and possible international dates, it’s clear that Oasis’s return is shaping up to be one of the most exciting tours of the last decade.
With their track record of sold-out stadiums and chart-topping albums, expectations are high for this reunion tour. As the first show date in Manchester draws nearer, anticipation continues to build for what promises to be a monumental return to the stage for one of Britain’s most influential bands.
Oasis Tour Dates
04/07: Cardiff Principality Stadium
05/07: Cardiff Principality Stadium
11/07: Manchester Heaton Park
12/07: Manchester Heaton Park
16/07: Manchester Heaton Park
19/07: Manchester Heaton Park
20/07: Manchester Heaton Park
25/07: London Wembley Stadium
26/07: London Wembley Stadium
30/07: London Wembley Stadium
02/08: London, Wembley Stadium
03/08: London, Wembley Stadium
08/08: Edinburgh Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium
09/08: Edinburgh Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium
12/08: Edinburgh Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium
16/08: Dublin Croke Park
17/08: Dublin Croke Park