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Scottish Sun
2 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Oasis Murrayfield gigs set major new record as experts reveal which night topped the lot
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) OASIS set an incredible new record with ground-shaking performances during their comeback shows at Murrayfield. Brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher attracted more than 200,000 fans to the Edinburgh stadium over three nights this month. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Oasis set an incredible new record during their three Murrayfield gigs Credit: Big Brother Recording 4 Over 200,000 fans descended on the capital over three nights this month Credit: Michael Schofield 4 The duo topped the list for the most powerful seismic concert at Murrayfield Last night, they brought the curtain down on their Scottish comeback gigs. And it has since been revealed that the Britpop icons managed to set a new record - which they already held from during their last performance in Scotland. We previously told how the gig at Murrayfield 16 years ago had topped the chart for the most powerful seismic concert at the venue in the last 20 years with 215.06KW. The June 2009 Oasis gig beat the Red Hot Chili Peppers in June 2004, Kings of Leon in June 2011 and Taylor Swift in June last year. But the Gallagher brothers managed to top the list again and registered a peak power of 261KW during their three-concert run in Edinburgh. The peak power reading on each night was registered at around 8.40pm as the crowd danced to Cigarettes and Alcohol. The final concert on Tuesday generated the highest peak power reading followed by Friday at 206 KW and Saturday at 160 KW. BSG said: "Oasis registered a peak power of 261KW during their three-concert run in Edinburgh, beating their 2009 concert in the same venue. "The peak power reading on each night was registered around 8.40pm whilst the crowd was dancing to Cigarettes And Alcohol. "The energy detected by the seismic monitoring stations is driven by the movement of the crowd jumping and dancing in time to the music, rather than the volume of the concert, with bigger, more energetic crowds generating larger signal." Oasis fans gear up for final Scots gig as band take to Murrayfield stage The BGS keeps an archive of continuous ground motion recordings from seismic sensors around the country, dating back several decades. The organisation is the national body responsible for recording earthquakes, operating a network of monitoring stations around the country. During the last gig, Liam Gallagher took a THIRD brutal swipe at Edinburgh Council officials. The legendary rocker, 52, was left furious at council chiefs after they branded Oasis fans 'drunk', 'lairy', 'fat' and 'old' in secret safety briefings. Officials claimed that the concert-goers would be mainly 'rowdy' 'middle-aged men' who 'take up more room' and will drink to 'medium to high intoxication'. Liam has called out snooty Edinburgh council officials over their remarks on several occasions.
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Oasis bring the curtain down on their Murrayfield comeback gigs as joyful crowds bask in 26C temperatures
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) OASIS took a parting shot at snooty council chiefs last night — as they thrilled 70,000 fans, including Celtic legend Neil Lennon, at their third Scots gig. Liam Gallagher demanded an apology on stage over safety briefings in Edinburgh that warned of an influx of 'fat, old, drunk and lairy' men. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 Liam and Noel Gallagher brought the curtain down on Edinburgh comeback gigs on Tuesday Credit: Big Brother Recording 5 Neil Lennon was spotted with fellow punters before the sell-out third and final night Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk 5 Around 210,000 fans descended on Edinburgh for the Oasis comeback gigs Credit: Michael Schofield He claimed their followers had helped generate '£3billion' for the city but told the crowd: 'You won't see f*** all, because they'll rob it and spread it among their posh, ugly mates. 'Still waiting for our apology.' Lennon, 54, was snapped with fellow punters before the sell-out third and final night at Murrayfield Stadium. The Dunfermline manager, whose footballer son is called Gallagher Lennon, wore a T-shirt with Noel and Liam on it as he made his way to the venue. One onlooker said: 'He looked like was buzzing for the concert.' Crowds basked in temperatures of up to 26C as they gathered near the home of Scottish rugby hours before the gates opened. Hundreds kept cool in the Murrayfield Hotel's beer garden, where chefs grilled burgers on a barbecue. Boss Steven Groat, 42, hailed fans for creating a party atmosphere. He said: 'It has been fantastic. Everybody has behaved themselves and are just here for a good time. 'We're used to big crowds for the rugby but this has been something else. It's been great for business.' Liam Gallagher takes THIRD brutal swipe at Edinburgh Council officials during final Scottish gig Corrin Mawhinney, 55, travelled from Kilmarnock with her daughter Cath, 30, plus pals Kirsty Ronald, 29, and Sarah Calderwood, 34. Care worker Sarah said: 'We've travelled all over to see Liam and Noel perform in solo gigs. "The fact they're back together means this will be twice as special.' Ross Duncan, 41, brought his son Zack, 11, from Newton Mearns, near Glasgow, on the final day of the holidays before he starts P7. The schoolboy said: 'It's my first-ever gig. I'm buzzing. Nobody else in my class has a ticket for this. It's going to be so good.' Accountant Ross added: 'My wife was supposed to be coming but she gave it up so Zack could be here. DEFINITELY I DO A COUPLE got engaged during the sold-out Oasis gig at Murrayfield on Friday night. Brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher kicked off the first of three massive shows in Edinburgh, and during the two-hour-plus show, a couple in the crowd got engaged. Gigs in Scotland caught the adorable moment an Oasis fan got down on one knee during the band's hit Slide Away. In a clip shared on social media, Liam can be seen singing the 1994 song. As he sings the lyrics: "Now that you're mine," the camera then pans around to the fan proposing to his girlfriend. During the video, the woman, dressed in an Oasis top and bucket hat, can be seen saying yes during the proposal. He then pops the ring on her finger and the couple share a kiss as they enjoy the heartwarming moment. Gigs in Scotland wrote: "We caught a very special moment during Slide Away... "Huge congrats to the happy couple!" 'She wanted to treat him to something really special.' The Scottish Sun on Sunday told how concerns had been raised at Edinburgh City Council briefings ahead of the band's concerts. The fears appeared to be unfounded after the first two shows passed with no signs of trouble. But last night there were shocking scenes as more than 100 ticketless youths turned up at the stadium and tried to gatecrash the event. The youngsters were flanked by cops after arriving at the site just before Oasis took to the stage. More than a dozen jumped over a barrier and were chased by officers. But around 15 others ran into the garden of a nearby house then vaulted over a wall into the arena. One local resident said: 'Stuff like this happens every time there is a concert — but nothing on this scale.' 5 Liam Gallagher took a third swipe at Edinburgh Council Credit: Michael Schofield
The Irish Sun
5 days ago
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- The Irish Sun
‘Music, storytelling & parties' – How growing up in Manchester with Irish roots made Oasis lads born to rock ‘n' roll
Every single member who formed the original line-up has family roots from both sides of the border, with a new book on their history revealing just how that common bond brought them together BAND'S SOUND 'Music, storytelling & parties' – How growing up in Manchester with Irish roots made Oasis lads born to rock 'n' roll IT'S the most-anticipated concert in Ireland for years and the must-see show of the summer as the Oasis reunion roars in Dublin this Saturday. And back-to-back shows at Croke Park will have an extra edge given the heritage of the rock band which was born out of working class Irish families who emigrated to Manchester. 6 Liam and Noel Gallagher performing at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh, Scotland Credit: Big Brother Recording 6 They are returning to Scotland after more than 15 years for three gigs Credit: AP 6 Hats off to these Oasis fans having a ball at Scotland's weekend gigs Credit: Getty 6 Oasis fans at Knebworth Park Credit: Times Newspapers Ltd Every single member who formed the original line-up has family roots from both sides of the border, with a new book on their history revealing just how that common bond brought them together. In Live Forever: The Rise, Fall and Resurrection of Oasis, biographer John Robb explains how the concentration of ex-pats in Burnage, where Liam and Noel Gallagher lived, and Levenshulme where the rest of group were from, put them in the right place at the right time. He says: 'Next door to Burnage is Levenshulme which, in the 80s had the largest community of Manchester Irish, resulting in its occasional nickname of County Levenshulme. 'It was here that the future Oasis drummer, Tony McCarroll, the oldest of three brothers, was born on June 4, 1971, to Anthony McCarroll, a native of County Tyrone, and Bridie O'Donnell, a native of County Offaly. 'He grew up in a typical two-up, two-down terrace on Wetherall Street in a musical family with instruments everywhere and the record player always cranked up. 'They were at the heart of the Irish community, with the local construction business his dad built up for his family creating a happy childhood.' Tony says in the book: 'Round our way, it was all second generation Irish with Irish pubs and community and lots of Irish country music and showbands. It was its own world and I didn't even know at the time that there was a bigger Mancunian kind of a feel because that was all I knew. 'My parents would go to the Carousel Club and they were friends of the Gallaghers' parents. Bonehead's mum and dad were in that world as well. 'The club was a big deal then with massive rooms and a big PA system and it was where the big Irish bands like the Wolftones or the big show bands would come through. 'The Irish scene influenced all of us and we all grew up with the sentiment and melody of the songs and the swing of Irish country became part of my drumming.' Liam Gallagher in fresh foul-mouthed rant at Edinburgh Council during Oasis night two Author Robb says McCarroll met future Oasis bassist Paul McGuigan at the Northern Rebels football club, where they would play every week, even though they were from different religious backgrounds. He says: 'His new mate from the football, Guigsy, had taken an even deeper dive into music. Living on Barlow Road in Levenshulme a hundred yards away, Guigsy, with his roots as an Ulster Protestant, was at a different school — Burnage High School — which he entered in 1982. TIGHT-KNIT COMMUNITY 'It was in this sprawl of south Manchester's council estates and back-to-back terraces that Oasis would eventually come together. Growing up in the strongly Irish south Manchester sprawl where a tight-knit community was centred around the churches, pubs, social clubs and Irish sports, mixing a culture of communion and confirmation, community and tradition. 'It was a world both uniquely Irish and uniquely Mancunian. The close-knit Irish diaspora was built around clubs like the Carousel where both the Gallaghers' and future Oasis drummer Tony McCarroll's parents would go. The Irish scene influenced all of us and we all grew up with the sentiment and melody of the songs and the swing of Irish country became part of my drumming". Tony McCarroll 'Waves of Irish immigration had changed and remoulded Manchester over generations, turning the industrial powerhouse into a cultural hybrid. The Irish love of words, music, good times, storytelling and parties made them born to rock 'n' roll. 6 Book Live Forever: The Rise, Fall and Resurrection of Oasis Credit: HarperNorth 'Future Oasis members Tony McCarroll and Paul 'Guigsy' McGuigan were also part of the close-knit Irish community growing up in Levenshulme, as was future guitarist Paul 'Bonehead' Arthurs, born in Longsight to Irish parents. 'He once commented, 'It's an Irish thing. There isn't some magic fog sitting over the North West, but there is a lot of Celtic blood in the area'.' As for Liam and Noel themselves, mum Peggy was born in Ballina, Co Mayo, but emigrated aged 18, while their father Tommy was born in Duleek, Co Meath, just north of Dublin, and made his move to Manchester at the age of 17. The 70s was a tough time in Manchester, not only for working class people, but for Irish people — with the Troubles. There wasn't a lot of work and there wasn't a lot of money. It kind of makes you what you are". Noel Gallagher Within a year, in 1965, Peggy and Tommy had married and lived in the inner city area of Longsight before moving to nearby Burnage when Noel was a baby. But the Gallagher lads would also holiday in Ireland as kids which Noel described as 'a bit of a culture shock but we grew to love it'. In the book he adds: 'We had never seen fields and proper countryside with stacks of hay before because we were from the city. There was nothing on the telly in Ireland but I clearly remember one pivotal moment in 1977 when everyone surrounded the radio because of the news that Elvis had died. "In those days, southern Ireland was a backwater and it seemed amazing that Elvis had penetrated that far and that the recital of the Bible passage on the radio had been interrupted by the news of his death. 'All my aunties, who were in their late 20s or early 30s at the time, broke down and started crying and I thought, 'Wow, Elvis is dead'. It was hard to believe that it had happened. 'The 70s was a tough time in Manchester, not only for working class people, but for Irish people — with the Troubles. There wasn't a lot of work and there wasn't a lot of money. 'It kind of makes you what you are.' LIVE Forever: The Rise, Fall and Resurrection of Oasis by John Robb is on sale now.
Scottish Sun
6 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Liam Gallagher in fresh foul-mouthed rant at Edinburgh Council during Oasis night two
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LIAM Gallagher took ANOTHER swipe at Edinburgh Council officials in a fresh foul-mouthed rant during the second night of their Oasis comeback gig. The Cigarettes And Alcohol rocker, 52, has previously blasted council chiefs for calling Oasis fans 'drunk', 'lairy', 'fat' and 'old'. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Liam and Noel Gallagher kicked off the second of three massive gigs at Edinburgh's Murrayfield Stadium Credit: Big Brother Recording 4 And Liam took another furious gig at a Scottish council while on stage tonight Credit: Getty 4 Edinburgh council chiefs previously called Oasis fans 'drunk', 'lairy', 'fat' and 'old'. Credit: Mark Ferguson 4 Around 70,000 descended on Murrayfield tonight for the second Oasis Scottish show Credit: Mark Ferguson Officials claimed the 210,000 revellers pose a risk to the capital's Fringe festival and will be mainly 'rowdy' 'middle-aged men' who 'take up more room' and will drink to 'medium to high intoxication'. Back in June, the singer said they should 'leave town' during the Britpop icons' hotly anticipated concerts. And last night in Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh, he called out snooty council chiefs and branded them "f****** slags." He added: "The amount of money we're going to bring in, they'll split with their posh, ugly mates. "Still waiting for a f****** apology.' Tonight, the legendary rocker aimed another sweary rant at officials, this time saying they have "the cheek" to make comments about his fans. They've got the f*****g cheek to slag us lot off. Still waiting for our apology... bring it on down! Liam Gallagher Speaking to the sell-out crowd of 70,000 revellers, he said: "Two billion pounds we'll have brought into this city over the next few days - two f*****g billion - and you'll see none of it." Liam added: "And they've got the f*****g cheek to slag us lot off." As the band started to play their iconic song Bring It On Down, he continued: "Still waiting for our apology... bring it on down!" It comes as mad-for-it fans and star-struck celebs were wowed by the second sensational Oasis mega-gig at Murrayfield Stadium. Liam Gallagher shows support for rape charge brother Paul by moving him into £4m home & flying him to gig in private jet The Gallagher brothers and bandmates returned to the stage in Edinburgh to blow away the crowd. The superstars were hailed for delivering a performance at the home of Scottish rugby that was every bit as good as Friday night's show — which Trainspotting author Irvine Welsh hailed as 'immense'. The capital-born writer, 66, who is pals with the Gallaghers, said: 'The hairlines are thinner and the waistlines thicker than in the bygone days of old, but my buddies can still have it big time when the occasion demands. 'Oasis at Murrayfield was certainly that. The boys stepped up their game. Never in doubt when you look at who was on that stage. 'Oasis? It was more than a gig. More a big collective celebration of joy that we've been so short on. 'Liam's voice was amazing, powerful, dynamic, supposedly effortlessly bossing the high notes. The sound was absolutely immense.' What about Edinburgh council, the f****** slags. The amount of money we're going to bring in, they'll split with their posh, ugly mates Liam Gallagher A young couple were spotted getting engaged during Slide Away during Friday's gig. Gigs in Scotland posted a snap on Instagram and said: 'We caught a very special moment during Slide Away… 'Huge congrats to the happy couple!' A Place in the Sun host Danni Menzies, 37, faced a race against time to make it to Saturday's gig. The TV host, from Kenmore, Perthshire, booked flights for August 16 and was forced to hit the road to drive north from the Midlands in a bid to catch the gig. Hundreds of fans who missed out on the briefs for the shows could be seen soaking up the atmosphere, and the songs, on streets surrounding the stadium on Friday. 'NASTY, SNEERING STEREOTYPE' OASIS die-hards blasted the 'sneering' comments from the council, which came after claims of booze-fuelled parties in the city chambers. David Walker, 44, of the Oasis Collectors Group, said: 'To call fans drunk, middle-aged, and fat is a nasty, sneering stereotype — it's a jaundiced view. 'People want to have a great time. If reports of councillors' drunken parties are anything to go by, they'd be better keeping their opinions to themselves. "The fanbase has changed a lot - there's a new generation of young fans for a start, and parents are wanting to introduce their kids to Oasis for the first time. "If reports of Edinburgh councillors' drunken parties are anything to go by, then they'd be better keeping their opinions to themselves. "The return of Oasis will be hugely exciting for the city - everyone just needs to roll with it." Gig-goer Sian Downes, 36, of Hawick, Roxburghshire, agreed: 'As a lifelong Oasis superfan who happens to be female and not planning to be riotously intoxicated, I have to laugh. "Some might say that's pretty outdated thinking from the council. I'm absolutely buzzing for the gig. "It's a huge moment for fans and the city, and if that's genuinely how the fanbase is being viewed, I'd be curious to know what the plan is for looking after local people and infrastructure. "Also, I highly doubt a single Fringe act will actually steer clear of Edinburgh because of the gigs — and let's face it, they're probably just a bit jealous. "There's not a Fringe performer alive who could draw a crowd like that or create a movement like they have." On Saturday morning, a major clean-up was underway around the stadium with an army of council staff clearing the streets ahead of the second night. With the rubbish cleared, the scene was set for the Gallaghers' triumphant second night. Bars around the stadium were packed ahead of the show with many fans enjoying a carry-out as they headed to the gig. And fans heading towards the stadium were treated to a piper serenading them with classics, including Don't Look Back in Anger. Gabriel Iannwe, 27, an engineer from Milan, Italy, paid for himself and his brother to come to Edinburgh to see the Gallaghers back together. He said: 'We have been waiting for this moment for our entire life. We have been Oasis fans from our childhood. Our mother loves them and we started listening with her. Now we are here. We didn't expect they would be back together.' Brother Nicola, 23, who is unemployed, said: 'I'm more excited than him. I am younger. He paid for me to get here. 'My favourite song is Live Forever.' Gabriel added: 'For my brother I would do anything.' Laura McDonadh, 48, from Stirling got a free ticket for Friday's gig after she volunteered to assist fans at Saturday's show. The voluntary worker rated the gig 10 out of 10. She added: 'It didn't disappoint. Wonderwall was emotional. 'It was just Oasis being back. It didn't seem real.' Alan Foster, 52, a train engineer from Hamilton, said: 'We had tickets for Tuesday, but then managed to get hospitality tickets for today. 'VERY PROUD' COUNCIL Edinburgh chiefs told the Scottish Sun that the council are 'very proud' to host the Oasis gigs in the city. Edinburgh culture convener, Margaret Graham said: "We're very proud to host the biggest and best events in Edinburgh throughout the year, which bring in hundreds of millions of pounds to the local economy and provide unparalleled entertainment for our residents and visitors. 'As with any major event which takes place in the city, we prepare extensively alongside our partners to ensure the safety and best possible experience of everyone involved – and Oasis are no different. "No two events are the same in terms of requirements or planning and our multi-agency approach reflects this appropriately. 'We're also working closely with residents in the local area to make sure these concerts pass off as smoothly as possible. "We're looking forward to seeing Oasis take to the stage.' 'It's been a long time coming. I've been so excited. I saw them here in 2009. I had major fear about missing out.' His son, electrician Jordan Kyle, 32, who is also from Hamilton, said: 'I've seen a lot of tribute acts. To see the real thing is good. I'm looking forward to Acquiesce. It makes everybody feel good - we all need each other.' Friday's show passed without major incident with cops helping to steward thousands of fans onto packed-out rail services at Haymarket without delays. Police said three people in their 40s were arrested for offences including abusive behaviour, assault and possession of illegal drugs. A force spokesman said: 'A 49-year-old man was charged in connection with assault, drug offences and abusive behaviour. He is due to appear in court at a later date. 'A 46-year-old woman was arrested in connection with abusive behaviour and issued with a recorded police warning. 'A 45-year-old woman was arrested and charged in connection with assault and drug offences. She is due to appear in court at a later date.' On Tuesday, the band are set to take to the stage for their final show in Scotland before heading to Dublin for shows next Saturday and Sunday. The band will then head to Canada to begin the North American leg of the tour.
Scottish Sun
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Noel Gallagher's daughter spotted at Murrayfield Oasis gig in Celtic tracksuit top
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) NOEL Gallagher's daughter Anais was sporting a Celtic tracksuit top during last night's Oasis gig at Murrayfield. The Britpop icons kicked off the first of three massive gigs in Edinburgh — ending a 16-year wait for the return of the Be Here Now stars. 7 Liam and Noel Gallagher took to the stage at Murrayfield last night Credit: Big Brother Recording 7 The Britpop icons kicked off the first of three massive gigs in Edinburgh 7 Noel Gallagher's daughter Anais was spotted in the crowd Credit: Getty 7 The 25-year-old was sporting a Celtic tracksuit top Credit: anais_gallagher/Instagram The city was buzzing with eager anticipation ahead of the mega Live '25 tour shows. The Gallagher brothers made their long awaited return to the stage, playing a whopping 23 songs from their impressive back catalogue including Roll With It, Stand By Me, Wonderwall and Don't Look Back in Anger. Noel's daughter Anais was in the crowd as she rocked out to her uncle and dad's numerous hit tracks. The 25-year-old has attended shows at all the tour stops so far including Cardiff, Manchester and London. And last night, she posted a snap on Instagram while in the crowd at the Murrayfield gig. The model and photographer posed as she held up a peace sign while wearing a green Adidas Celtic tracksuit top. Anais' mother Meg Mathews, who was married to Noel from 1997 until 2001, has also been seen at previous concerts on the Live '25 tour. The socialite has been a big supporter of Oasis' comeback, so she was there to show her support on the tour's first night. During the comeback gig in Edinburgh, Liam Gallagher took a furious swipe at a Scottish council, branding them f*****g slags onstage. The 52-year-old, called out snooty Edinburgh council officials over their recent remarks minutes after walking out to a sell-out crowd. Richard Ashcroft takes swipe at Edinburgh Council during Oasis gig We previously revealed that councillors said punters at the shows will be mainly 'middle-aged men' who 'take up more room' in secret safety briefings. Papers released under freedom of information laws reveal that officials expect 'medium to high intoxication' and a 'substantial amount of older fans' among the 210,000 gig-goers. And in an apparent dig at the weight of punters set to pile into bars and hotels, they add: 'Middle-aged men take up more room. Consider this when working out occupancy.' Liam blasted the comments during last night's show and said to the cheering crowd: 'What about Edinburgh council, the f****** slags. SOME MIGHT PAY OASIS fans are set to pump an astonishing £136million into the Scots economy - double the boost from Taylor Swift's gigs. More than 200,000 will flock to the capital to see the band, led by Noel and Liam Gallagher - and experts say they'll splurge cash in local hotels, bars and shops. One said: "It's a major economic event." Research from One loans firm Novuna Personal Finance estimates mad-for-it diehards will fork out £32million on food and drink, £27.5million on shops and leisure along with £6.2million for their accommodation. When added to travel, concert tickets and merchandise, the total spend will be £136.6million. Novuna marketing chief Theresa Lindsay said last night: "The return of Oasis to Edinburgh is a landmark moment. "With fans expected to spend well over £100million in just three nights, it's proof that live music powers our cities far beyond the arena gates." The cash bonanza will be despite city councillors describing Oasis fans as 'fat, old, drunk and lairy'. "The amount of money we're going to bring in, they'll split with their posh, ugly mates. "Still waiting for a f****** apology.' After the Edinburgh shows, Oasis will head over to Ireland and play two gigs at Croke Park in Dublin on August 16 and 17. Oasis then heads over Canada and America for gigs in Toronto, Chicago, LA and Mexico City before returning to London for two more dates at Wembley at the end of September. They then move on to Asia, Australia and South America, finally ending their tour on November 23 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. 7 Anais has been to a number of Oasis Live '25 shows Credit: anais_gallagher/Instagram 7 The city was buzzing with eager anticipation ahead of the mega Live '25 tour shows Credit: Michael Schofield
