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Extra.ie
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
As Fleetwood Mac tease potential reunion, which bands would we love to see follow suit?
It's the year of the reunion, apparently — as Fleetwood Mac's Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks have teased a potential reassembly of the band. Lindsey and Stevie, who were bandmates and a couple before their sensational breakup (and the incredible album that coincided with it), shared a cryptic Instagram post from their respective Instagrams that were lyrics to their joint song Frozen Love, which featured on their sole album as a duo, Buckingham Nicks. The rumour mill has since spun into overdrive, and with Oasis going on their sell out reunion tour 16 years after Noel and Liam's fistfight that caused the elder Gallagher to quit, fans are clamouring for reunions; but who else could reunite in the near future? Could it really happen again after Stevie and Lyndsey's cryptic Instagram post? Pic:We might as well start with the most likely one, as there is actually far more to the story than a cryptic Instagram post. Fleetwood Mac have broken up and reunited more times than most could remember, with the final 'breakup' coming in tragic circumstances, following the passing of Christine McVie in 2022. While Mick Fleetwood said that the band was done and Stevie Nicks said she saw no reason to continue the band following Christine's death, Mick's stance changed back in September, when he said he'd be up to re-assemble the band. And with Stevie and Lyndsey's post on Instagram appearing to hint at something , fans of the rock band are waiting with baited breath to see what comes next. Of course, Blur were involved in the Battle of Britpop with Oasis; but with Oasis kicking off their own reunion tour earlier this year, surely Blur may return after their final gig last year. Pic: Avalon/Getty Images Listen, if it's good enough for Oasis, then why not Blur? The Britpop band were set to go on their second hiatus in 2023, before being offered to play Coachella in 2024; something that drew media attention after frontman Damon Albarn's frustrations at the crowd's lack of interaction during Girls & Boys. During their second weekend performance, Damon Albarn admitted that this may be the last time the band perform together, and true to his word they haven't played since. But come on, lads, what do you say: Battle of Britpop 2? Destiny's Child last performed in 2018, with fans hoping for a comeback in some way since. Larry W Smith/EPA/REX/Shutterstock Again, Destiny's Child have technically reunited already — albeit once, during Beyoncé's headline set at Coachella in 2018. But surely a reunion tour/album isn't totally outside the realm of possibility? The final line-up of the 90s pop group was Beyoncé Knowles, Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams — all of whom have had stellar solo careers in their own rights. The trio performed their farewell performance at the 2006 NBA All-Star Game in February, 2006 but have collaborated a number of times since. With a number of collabs and cameos in music videos, Beyoncé has said that she's up for a reunion with Kelly and Michelle; but with her Cowboy Carter tour still ongoing, we might have to wait a little while longer before the trio reunite. Outkast haven't played together since 2014, and haven't released an album since 2006. Pic:Fans have been waiting patiently for the Atlanta rap duo of André 3000 and Big Boi to finally put out a new album after 2006's Idlewild, but so far we've had nothing. Both rappers have put out solo efforts, with André's New Blue Sun taking a hard left turn as a flute album rather than a rap album. And while the pair did reunite for a 2014 string of shows, that's been it. But with a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction happening this year, could a reunion be on the cards in any capacity?
Perth Now
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Damon Albarn: Oasis won the battle and the war
Damon Albarn has "conceded defeat" to Oasis. The 57-year-old singer's band Blur had a huge rivalry with the Live Forever hitmakers in the 1990s - which culminated with the so-called Battle of Britpop, when both groups released singles in the same week in 1995, with Blur's Country House ultimately taking the number one slot ahead of Oasis' Roll With It - but now Damon has hailed his former foes "the winners" following the huge demand for tickets for their reunion tour this summer. He told The Sun newspaper: 'Well, it was obvious, wasn't it? 'I think we can officially say that Oasis won the battle, the war, the campaign, everything. 'They are the winners. They take first place. In the face of such overwhelming evidence, I am happy to accept and concede defeat. 'It's their summer and God bless them. I hope everyone has a wonderful time but I'm going to be in a very, very different place.' Damon warned his former rivals that they may find their reunion more emotional than they expect to, which he did when Blur played two gigs at London's Wembley Stadium two years ago, and is in awe of them for booking so many shows. He said: 'I couldn't do as many gigs as they're doing. That's a lot of the same emotion. 'They're very brave and I hope it's worth it. You know, money isn't everything.' While the Gorillaz and Africa Express frontman thinks the Britpop days of the 1990s were more "joyous" than the current time, he isn't particularly interested in looking back. He said: 'I'm not being funny but it does feel like a more innocent, joyous age than now. "Nostalgia's OK but I try and stay away from it as much as possible. Sometimes you can't help but be lost in it.' Damon has been busy working with his Africa Express collective and he relishes not having to be the "centre of attention" with the group. He said: 'I killed Damon the pop star many years ago. It was a gentle death. I'm just not that interested in being the centre of attention. 'Don't get me wrong, I embrace it when it's necessary but it's only a bit of me. 'And Africa Express is always an amazing opportunity just to become one of many.'
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Scotsman
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
What's the change in costs seeing Oasis in 2025 compared to Knebworth 1996?
If you thought it was expensive to see Oasis in Knebworth in 1996, wait until you see what inflation has done in 2025. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... This week, one of the most anticipated reunions in music history takes place. Oasis' 2025 reunion shows kick off with their show at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, with anticipation at a fever pitch. However - how much more expensive is it to see Oasis in 2025 compared to their triumphant shows in Knebworth back in 1996? One of the biggest musical reunions in history is finally upon us, as the brothers Gallagher head to Cardiff this week for the first of Oasis' reunion shows this year. With anticipation at an all time high for a reunion that only a few years ago seemed stranger than fiction, those who have had the privilege of listening to sound checks ahead of the band's show at the Principality Stadium have already had nothing but positive things to say about what has been heard so far. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The first show's fervent excitement among fans has led to older fans harking back to the hallowed 1996 performances the band undertook at Knebworth; a time when Cool Britannia was at an all time high, the infamous 'Battle of Britpop' was covered on the front pages of many newspapers and magazines, and the event felt like you had to 'be there now,' to paraphrase Oasis. Just how much more expensive is it to see Oasis in 2025 compared to their triumphant Knebworth 1996 shows? | Getty Images/Canva However, we are still living in a cost of living crisis, and with inflation having risen over the decades, some fans have complained about the cost of Oasis tickets - in part thanks to the drama surrounding the dynamic pricing system used by Ticketmaster when the tickets went on sale. So just how much more expensive is it to see Oasis, or even pick up items ahead of seeing the group on their 2025 tour? Spring decided to take a look at the price of seeing the band and picking up certain items dedicated to the group this year in comparison to their 1996 Knebworth shows. Unsurprisingly, their results paint quite the expensive picture. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The science part (methodology) Spring's 1996 prices were compiled based on historical data available as of June 2025, acknowledging that these figures may incorporate some averages to provide a representative baseline. Current prices were then sourced from market data also current as of June 2025 to present these results. How much more expensive has it become to see Oasis in 2025 compared to 1996? In 1996, it would have cost fans just over £22 to see Oasis, but owing to inflation, that price has risen by 560% - when taking into account the cost of face value tickets if you were one of the lucky ones. | Getty Images Starting with the most crucial element – the ticket to see the band – the cost has skyrocketed. In August 1996, a standing ticket to witness Oasis at Knebworth was a mere £22.50. Fast forward to 2025, and the cheapest general admission standing ticket for their reunion shows stands at £148.50. This represents a staggering 560% increase, with some fans paying even more due to the controversial dynamic pricing system employed by Ticketmaster. The cost of refreshments at a gig has also seen a substantial rise. In August 1996, the average price of a pint of beer was a modest £1.75; today, that figure has soared to £4.83. For wine enthusiasts, a 175ml glass of wine, which reportedly cost £1.30 in 1996, is now priced at £5.17. Those seeking a 'Supersonic' buzz will find that a gin and tonic has more than tripled in price, increasing from £2.00 to £7.25. Even a simple packet of crisps, a staple snack, has gone from 30p to £1.10. Beyond the concert experience itself, the price of iconic Oasis-related fashion items has also climbed. Adidas Gazelle trainers, a footwear choice synonymous with the Gallagher brothers, have seen their price almost double, increasing from £45 in 1996 to £85 in 2025. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Interestingly, the Adidas Originals tracksuit top, another staple of the band's look, has increased by a comparatively modest £15 over almost 30 years, rising from £50 to £65 – a 30% increase, but for those wanting a piece of the 2025 tour, a sky-blue t-shirt with the original Oasis logo will set fans back £30, a significant jump from the £14 price tag at Knebworth. Even daily essentials reflect this inflationary trend. A litre of unleaded petrol, which cost 56p in 1996, is now £1.37. These figures collectively paint a clear picture: while the excitement for Oasis's reunion is at an all-time high, the financial outlay for fans in 2025 is considerably steeper than it was during the height of Cool Britannia. Are you heading to see Oasis on their 2025 reunion tour, and did you see them at Knebworth? Share your experiences of their hallowed 1996 gig and let us know if things were as cheap as the data states by leaving a comment down below.
The Irish Sun
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
League of Ireland fans poke fun at Bohs' new Oasis jersey collab with surprise cameo from Daniel O'Donnell
LEAGUE of Ireland fans comically respond to the announcement of Bohemians new FAI Cup jersey collaboration with Oasis. Bohs unveiled the Advertisement 3 Former Bohs defender Paddy Kirk modelled the new jersey in the announcement Credit: 3 Daniel O'Donnell would be a fitting candidate for the front of a Finn Harps jersey Credit: X user: _Ryanbrolly 3 Rival Shelbourne fans decided to side with Oasis rivals Blur Credit: X user: Andr3wcahill The jersey will be debuted in Alan Reynold's side's Fans of rival teams were fast in making their own concept bands and artists jerseys for their clubs. A fan of Shelbourne, X user Andrew was quick to side with Oasis major rival during the mid-90s, Blur. The two North Dublin derby clubs appear to have sided with opposite bands in the "Battle of Britpop" to have on their jerseys. Advertisement Read more on League of Ireland A Finn Harps fan weighed in on the topic with X user Ryan sharing his ideal Harps jersey with Donegal native Daniel O'Donnell taking up a large portion of the jerseys front. Unlike the 'BOHASIS' collab, at least Harps and O'Donnell have a connection with the famous Irish singer being born in Kincasslagh Co. Donegal and having shown his support for the club in the past. The responses stretched as far as Belfast where NIFL Premiership side Cliftonville's fans were particularly unhappy. In the jersey announcement Bohs claimed to be "Ireland's oldest football club." Advertisement Most read in Football Live Blog Gossip Cliftonville fans were quick to correct them as the current Northern Ireland Football League Cup holders were formed eleven years before the Phibsborough based club in 1879. The official X account of the North Belfast based club replied to the claim with a puzzled emoji. Trent Alexander-Arnold pays back Real Madrid's transfer fee to Liverpool with just one cross at Club World Cup Reds fan Barry was quick to parody the jersey collab by photoshopping Irish rebel music band Wolfe Tones on the jersey of Ireland's actual oldest active professional football club. One fan made a jibe at the fact Oasis disbanded in 2009, the same year Bohemians won their last league title and last league cup. Advertisement The fan said "2009. The year Oasis fell apart. The year Bohs fell apart." Bohs have only two Leinster Senior Cups and a Setanta Cup in 2010 to show for their following 16 years of football.
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Scotsman
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
What's the change in costs seeing Oasis in 2025 compared to Knebworth 1996?
If you thought it was expensive to see Oasis in Knebworth in 1996, wait until you see what inflation has done in 2025. Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... This week, one of the most anticipated reunions in music history takes place. Oasis' 2025 reunion shows kick off with their show at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, with anticipation at a fever pitch. However - how much more expensive is it to see Oasis in 2025 compared to their triumphant shows in Knebworth back in 1996? One of the biggest musical reunions in history is finally upon us, as the brothers Gallagher head to Cardiff this week for the first of Oasis' reunion shows this year. With anticipation at an all time high for a reunion that only a few years ago seemed stranger than fiction, those who have had the privilege of listening to sound checks ahead of the band's show at the Principality Stadium have already had nothing but positive things to say about what has been heard so far. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The first show's fervent excitement among fans has led to older fans harking back to the hallowed 1996 performances the band undertook at Knebworth; a time when Cool Britannia was at an all time high, the infamous 'Battle of Britpop' was covered on the front pages of many newspapers and magazines, and the event felt like you had to 'be there now,' to paraphrase Oasis. Just how much more expensive is it to see Oasis in 2025 compared to their triumphant Knebworth 1996 shows? | Getty Images/Canva However, we are still living in a cost of living crisis, and with inflation having risen over the decades, some fans have complained about the cost of Oasis tickets - in part thanks to the drama surrounding the dynamic pricing system used by Ticketmaster when the tickets went on sale. So just how much more expensive is it to see Oasis, or even pick up items ahead of seeing the group on their 2025 tour? Spring decided to take a look at the price of seeing the band and picking up certain items dedicated to the group this year in comparison to their 1996 Knebworth shows. Unsurprisingly, their results paint quite the expensive picture. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The science part (methodology) Spring's 1996 prices were compiled based on historical data available as of June 2025, acknowledging that these figures may incorporate some averages to provide a representative baseline. Current prices were then sourced from market data also current as of June 2025 to present these results. How much more expensive has it become to see Oasis in 2025 compared to 1996? In 1996, it would have cost fans just over £22 to see Oasis, but owing to inflation, that price has risen by 560% - when taking into account the cost of face value tickets if you were one of the lucky ones. | Getty Images Starting with the most crucial element – the ticket to see the band – the cost has skyrocketed. In August 1996, a standing ticket to witness Oasis at Knebworth was a mere £22.50. Fast forward to 2025, and the cheapest general admission standing ticket for their reunion shows stands at £148.50. This represents a staggering 560% increase, with some fans paying even more due to the controversial dynamic pricing system employed by Ticketmaster. The cost of refreshments at a gig has also seen a substantial rise. In August 1996, the average price of a pint of beer was a modest £1.75; today, that figure has soared to £4.83. For wine enthusiasts, a 175ml glass of wine, which reportedly cost £1.30 in 1996, is now priced at £5.17. Those seeking a 'Supersonic' buzz will find that a gin and tonic has more than tripled in price, increasing from £2.00 to £7.25. Even a simple packet of crisps, a staple snack, has gone from 30p to £1.10. Beyond the concert experience itself, the price of iconic Oasis-related fashion items has also climbed. Adidas Gazelle trainers, a footwear choice synonymous with the Gallagher brothers, have seen their price almost double, increasing from £45 in 1996 to £85 in 2025. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Interestingly, the Adidas Originals tracksuit top, another staple of the band's look, has increased by a comparatively modest £15 over almost 30 years, rising from £50 to £65 – a 30% increase, but for those wanting a piece of the 2025 tour, a sky-blue t-shirt with the original Oasis logo will set fans back £30, a significant jump from the £14 price tag at Knebworth. Even daily essentials reflect this inflationary trend. A litre of unleaded petrol, which cost 56p in 1996, is now £1.37. These figures collectively paint a clear picture: while the excitement for Oasis's reunion is at an all-time high, the financial outlay for fans in 2025 is considerably steeper than it was during the height of Cool Britannia.
