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Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Liam and Noel Gallagher performing together today as Oasis frontman updates fans
The first full Oasis rehearsals is taking place today - with Liam Gallagher reuniting with the rest of the band at a secret location and declaring he is 'loving life'. Frontman Liam was so excited about playing music with brother Noel Gallagher he was up at 6am replying to fans on X, formerly twitter, and told them rehearsals were happening. A second source also confirmed the band were meeting again today, having already started band rehearsals without Liam last month. It will be the first time Liam and Noel have played music together and performed together since 2009 - and comes just a month before they will hit the stage for fans in a giant UK tour. Liam told fans he was feeling 'biblical' but said he would not be posing for photos outside the rehearsal studios. He said: 'You won't see me I'm not a poser, I'll be in and out.' He also told another fan: 'I'm fine, loving life, how about you?' The first photos of the band leaving rehearsals in London were published in May. They showed Noel Gallagher, Paul 'Bonehead' Arthurs, Gem Archer and Andy Bell who will play guitars in the massive sold out gigs, with Andy on bass. The band also has new members in keyboard player Christian Madden and drummer JoeyWaronker on drums. He has played with Liam before on a tour but never in Oasis. Noel and Liam will walk on stage for the first time together in public, since the band split nearly two decades ago, on July 4 at Cardiff's Principality Stadium. There will also be dates in Manchester, London and Dublin as part of the tour. Noel, 57, quit the Manchester rock group on August 28 2009, saying he "simply could not go on working with Liam a day longer", and the brothers had made negative comments about each other for more than a decade. That all changed with the announcement of the tour in August last year. The pair posed for several photos together confirming the band's long-awaited reunion on Tuesday, saying: "The great wait is over." In April Live Forever by Oasis was crowned the best British song of all time in a new poll ahead of the band's highly-anticipated reunion tour this summer. The Manchester band led by Noel and Liam Gallagher had an incredible 16 tracks in the top 100 results by Radio X. As well as Live Forever, 'Don't Look Back In Anger,' 'Slide Away' and 'Champagne Supernova' also made the top 10. It was Radio X's 10 th annual Best Of British with B&Q poll. ENDS
Metro
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Liam and Noel Gallagher ‘still haven't rehearsed together' despite Oasis tour just weeks away
The Oasis reunion tour is, quite literally, around the corner, but it seems rehearsals aren't exactly a military operation. In fact, it's believed brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher haven't rehearsed together yet at all… despite their run of stadium shows kicking off in July. Older sibling Noel, 58, has been busy working on musical arrangements and fine-tuning the set list ahead of the first concert in Cardiff on July 4. It's believed the opening and closing songs have also been finalised, as the gigs will begin with Acquiesce before ending with the classic Champagne Supernova, which will undoubtedly delight crowds. As for Liam, 52, it's claimed he's yet to get in the studio with Noel, with whom he hasn't performed for over 15 years. This includes fellow performers Paul 'Bonehead' Arthurs, Gem Archer, Andy Bell, and Mikey Rowe. As per publicists for the band in a comment to the Daily Mail, the once-feuding brothers simply want to avoid being seen together until the very moment they step out onto the stage at the Principality Stadium in 34 days. However, not everyone is convinced by the explanation, given that Liam and Noel managed to arrive separately to film an Adidas ad last month before also leaving at different times, which they could also do with tour rehearsals. Instead, Liam – who is set to become a grandfather for the first time in a matter of months – is chilling at his £4million mansion in the South of France with his girlfriend, Debbie Gwyther. As per an insider, it's said the Oasis double act are taking the 'Rolling Stones protocol' on board for their own tour, which refers to how rock legends Sir Mick Jagger and Keith Richards would be kept apart as much as possible to avoid friction, given that they slept with one another's girlfriends and had personal beef. So, it seems Liam and Noel hope their operation will run much more smoothly by following in their footsteps, despite there being barely any time left until their 41-date, hotly anticipated tour begins this summer. Expanding on what could possibly jeopardise the tour's success, a source added: 'Everyone knows that with Liam's personality, hostilities could break out at any moment. 'If Noel takes the bait, then there could easily be a meltdown.' The insider added that Liam is keen to 'rest' his voice at the moment; hence, he's been 'relaxing' and 'spending time with his mum, Peggy,' before the madness ensues. And while things are still appearing a little frosty, there is reason to be hopeful the creases will be ironed out in the coming weeks to avoid an awkward atmosphere on stage. 'They will jam and work out a set list, and Liam will be the last one to join in with the vocals,' added the mole. 'There is plenty of time and Liam is a born rock 'n' roll star who has lived and breathed these songs and performed a lot of them in his solo shows, so he doesn't need much rehearsal.' For their UK leg, the Wonderwall hitmakers will perform multiple shows in London, Manchester, Edinburgh, and Dublin. To the euphoria of international fans, they're also set to take their tour to Asia, Australia, North America, and South America, meaning they'll be on the road until late November. Surely it'll be worth it, though, as Liam and Noel are estimated to rake in as much as £50million each from the reunion we all never thought would happen. 'The guns have fallen silent. The stars have aligned. The great wait is over. Come see. It will not be televised,' their tour announcement said last August. Oasis disbanded in August 2009 due to the tensions between Liam and Noel, with their conflict reaching boiling point just before a scheduled performance at V Festival.
Metro
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Liam and Noel Gallagher 'still haven't rehearsed together' 34 days tour begins
The Oasis reunion tour is, quite literally, around the corner, but it seems rehearsals aren't exactly a military operation. In fact, it's believed brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher haven't rehearsed together yet at all… despite their run of stadium shows kicking off in July. Older sibling Noel, 58, has been busy working on musical arrangements and fine-tuning the set list ahead of the first concert in Cardiff on July 4. It's believed the opening and closing songs have also been finalised, as the gigs will begin with Acquiesce before ending with the classic Champagne Supernova, which will undoubtedly delight crowds. As for Liam, 52, it's claimed he's yet to get in the studio with Noel, with whom he hasn't performed for over 15 years. This includes fellow performers Paul 'Bonehead' Arthurs, Gem Archer, Andy Bell, and Mikey Rowe. As per publicists for the band in a comment to the Daily Mail, the once-feuding brothers simply want to avoid being seen together until the very moment they step out onto the stage at the Principality Stadium in 34 days. However, not everyone is convinced by the explanation, given that Liam and Noel managed to arrive separately to film an Adidas ad last month before also leaving at different times, which they could also do with tour rehearsals. Instead, Liam – who is set to become a grandfather for the first time in a matter of months – is chilling at his £4million mansion in the South of France with his girlfriend, Debbie Gwyther. As per an insider, it's said the Oasis double act are taking the 'Rolling Stones protocol' on board for their own tour, which refers to how rock legends Sir Mick Jagger and Keith Richards would be kept apart as much as possible to avoid friction, given that they slept with one another's girlfriends and had personal beef. So, it seems Liam and Noel hope their operation will run much more smoothly by following in their footsteps, despite there being barely any time left until their 41-date hotly anticipated tour begins this summer. Expanding on what could possibly jeopardise the tour's success, a source added: 'Everyone knows that with Liam's personality, hostilities could break out at any moment. 'If Noel takes the bait, then there could easily be a meltdown.' The insider added that Liam is keen to 'rest' his voice at the moment; hence, he's been 'relaxing' and 'spending time with his mum, Peggy,' before the madness ensues. And while things are still appearing a little frosty, there is reason to be hopeful the creases will be ironed out in the coming weeks to avoid an awkward atmosphere on stage. 'They will jam and work out a set list, and Liam will be the last one to join in with the vocals,' added the mole. 'There is plenty of time and Liam is a born rock 'n' roll star who has lived and breathed these songs and performed a lot of them in his solo shows, so he doesn't need much rehearsal.' For their UK leg, the Wonderwall hitmakers will perform multiple shows in London, Manchester, Edinburgh, and Dublin. To the euphoria of international fans, they're also set to take their tour to Asia, Australia, North America, and South America, meaning they'll be on the road until late November. More Trending Surely it'll be worth it, though, as Liam and Noel are estimated to rake in as much as £50million each from the reunion we all never thought would happen. 'The guns have fallen silent. The stars have aligned. The great wait is over. Come see. It will not be televised,' their tour announcement said last August. Oasis disbanded in August 2009 due to the tensions between Liam and Noel, with their conflict reaching boiling point just before a scheduled performance at V Festival. Tickets for Oasis Live '25 Tour can be purchased from official retailers such as See Tickets, Ticketmaster, and the Oasis website. Most dates have sold out, but second-hand tickets can be purchased from Twickets or resale platforms of other official sellers. These are the currently announced Oasis UK tour dates. JULY 4 – Principality Stadium, Cardiff 5 – Principality Stadium, Cardiff 11 – Heaton Park, Manchester 12 – Heaton Park, Manchester 16 – Heaton Park, Manchester 19 – Heaton Park, Manchester 20 – Heaton Park, Manchester 25 – Wembley Stadium, London 26 – Wembley Stadium, London 30 – Wembley Stadium, London AUGUST 2 – Wembley Stadium, London 3 – Wembley Stadium, London 8 – Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh 9 – Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh 12 – Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh 16 – Croke Park, Dublin 17 – Croke Park, Dublin SEPTEMBER 27 – Wembley Stadium, London 28 – Wembley Stadium, London MORE: Liam Gallagher, 52, to become grandfather for first time as eldest daughter announces pregnancy MORE: Liam and Noel Gallagher get 'strict health warning' for Oasis reunion tour MORE: Liam Gallagher responds to reports that Oasis axed iconic song from reunion tour setlist
The Journal
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Journal
How much do you know about Ireland's gig lineup this summer?
LOVELY DAYS LIVE took place at St. James' Gate this weekend, with Barry Can't Swim, CMAT, and Fontaines D.C. taking to the Guinness Storehouse stage. This is just the beginning of what's shaping up to be a stacked summer of Irish gigs and festivals. Whether you're turning Malahide brat green, catching (another) farewell from The Wolfe Tones, or enjoying a bit of craic agus ceol with The Mary Wallopers, there's something for everyone this summer. Advertisement Unfortunately we can't sort you out with an Oasis ticket, but here's a quiz instead. Oasis may be having a Champagne Supernova, but what kind of supernova does Chappell Roan prefer? Alamy Stock Image Aperol spritz Cider Red wine Espresso martini Which member of Boygenius is performing at The Iveagh Gardens this July? Alamy Stock Image Phoebe Bridgers Lucy Dacus Julien Baker Lana Del Rey is famous for her music – but what about her husband? What does he do? Alamy Stock Image Greenkeeper Fisherman Professional birdwatcher Alligator tour guide Which of the following is NOT a song on Charli xcx's album Brat? Shuttershock I might say something stupid Girl, so confusing I think about it all the time I don't know what's going on Born Slippy by Underworld features on the soundtrack of which 90s film? Alamy Stock Image The Truman Show Trainspotting Human Traffic Empire Records Which US state is Noah Kahan from? Alamy Stock Image Vermont Georgia Florida California Finish the Train song title: Hey Soul Alamy Stock Image Brother Sister Friend Second cousin twice removed What is the biggest selling album of all time in Ireland? Alamy Stock Image Definitely Maybe – Oasis White Ladder – David Gray Can't Slow Down – Lionel Richie Eyes Open – Snow Patrol The Corrs and The Mary Wallopers are both from which Co Louth town? Alamy Stock Image Drogheda Carlingford Dundalk Termonfeckin Believe it or not – Chappell Roan's first name isn't actually Chappell. What is it? Alamy Stock Image Katie Kayla Kelsey Kayleigh Answer all the questions to see your result! Shuttershock You scored out of ! 365 quiz girl You're everywhere, you're so Julia... well done. Share your result: Share Tweet Alamy Stock Image You scored out of ! Good Job, Babe! Almost full marks, but you're still welcome at the Pink Pony Club. Share your result: Share Tweet Alamy Stock Image You scored out of ! Stop Crying Your Heart Out Your knowledge is Half the World Away. Share your result: Share Tweet Alamy Stock Image You scored out of ! You're Gonna Go Far (just not in this quiz) Kahan you brush up on your facts in time for the gig? Share your result: Share Tweet Alamy Stock Image You scored out of ! Really? Dua better next time Training Season's over. Share your result: Share Tweet Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation. Learn More Support The Journal
Kuwait Times
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Kuwait Times
Oasis fans could spend £1 billion on UK concerts: Study
Ian Alcock, performs as Liam Gallagher as the Oasis tribute band 'Definitely Mightbe' plays at Swarcliffe Working Mens Club in Leeds, northern England on August 30, 2024. — AFP Oasis fans attending the band's upcoming UK reunion concerts could spend more than £1 billion ($1.3 billion) combined on tickets and outgoings such as transportation and accommodation, Barclays bank estimated Wednesday. The study found each fan would spend an average of around £766 to attend one of the British rock group's 17 sold-out UK concerts this summer. The total outlay, which Barclays estimates to be nearly £1.06 billion, also takes into account purchases of new outfits, merchandise, food and drink. 'The experience economy is no longer a trend, it's a fundamental shift in how consumers determine their financial priorities,' said Rich Robinson, the British bank's head of hospitality and leisure. A chaotic scramble for the prized tickets followed the announcement in August that brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher had ended their infamous 15-year feud and were reuniting for a worldwide tour. Oasis - whose hits include 'Wonderwall', 'Don't Look Back In Anger' and 'Champagne Supernova' - kick off the reunion tour on July 4 in Cardiff before playing in their home city, Manchester, the following week. Almost 1.4 million people combined are expected to attend the UK concerts. Other venues include Buenos Aires, Chicago, London, Sydney, Tokyo and Toronto. British bank Lloyds last month reported that fans had collectively lost more than £2 million from UK ticket scams, mostly on Facebook. Britain's competition watchdog has meanwhile said Oasis fans may have been tricked into buying 'platinum' seats that offered no additional advantage during the much-criticized ticket sale. The Competition and Markets Authority launched an investigation into agent Ticketmaster following widespread public anger over the exorbitant cost of some tickets. Ticketmaster sold more than 900,000 tickets for the gigs. - AFP
