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Liam Gallagher slams Edinburgh Council ahead of gigs warning 'your attitude stinks'
Liam Gallagher has taken aim at Edinburgh Council following a 'debate' around fans coming to the Oasis reunion dates at Murrayfield.
This comes after what officials had allegedly said in safety briefings, with concerns over the 'mainly middle-aged men' who would 'take up more space' at the gigs, reports the Mirror. The tour, which kicks off later this year, will see three sold-out dates at Murrayfield in August.
According to reports, council papers obtained by The Sun raised concerns over the fanbase of Oasis as well as acts potentially pulling out of the Fringe Festival due to clashes with 'rowdy' fans. Taking to X on Sunday, Liam posted: "To the Edinburgh council, I've heard what you said about OASIS fans and quite frankly your attitude f***ing stinks. I'd leave town that day if I was any of you lot."
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He then added: "I'd love to see a picture of all the people on the Edinburgh council, bet there's some real STUNNING individuals."
Edinburgh Council Culture and Communities Convener, Councillor Margaret Graham said: "We're all looking forward to seeing Oasis take to the stage this August and I'm sure that they'll 'live forever' as some of the most memorable concerts ever performed at Murrayfield."
Outraged Oasis fans were quick to comment underneath Liam's post, with one writing: "Good on you for calling this out Liam."
Another said: "Thanks for standing up to this lot!"
A third commented: "Well said."
A fourth joked: "Little do they know oasis fans are actually sexy, sober and well-behaved."
Stating there will be lots of younger fans too, a fourth said: "Just trying to get gossip spreading and s**t stirring for the Oasis reunion. They have nothing better to do than to try and be hateful. So many youngsters will be attending."
While a fifth pointed out: "Absolutely ridiculous comments from @Edinburgh_CC. When Liam did Knebworth solo, it was a brilliant, relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere with parents bringing their kids along. Rugby fans at Murrayfield cause more drunken trouble than a music-loving Oasis crowd ever could."
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Other said the band should move their gigs to Glasgow instead in retaliation if they aren't welcome in Edinburgh. One fan posted: "Move it to Glasgow, its a 2nd home for you @liamgallagher."
Another wrote: "You should have played Glasgow Liam. I saw Oasis twice in 4 weeks in 2000, Murrayfield and Glasgow Green - and the Glasgow Green Crowd were well and truly mad for it."
The Sun reported secret planning briefings from Edinburgh Council warned: "Concerned about the safety of the Fringe and its performers. Many performers are considering not attending for that weekend. There is concern about crowds... as they are already rowdy... and the tone of the band.'
In an apparent dig at the weight of punters set to descend on Edinburgh for the iconic gigs, it added: "Middle-aged men take up more room. Consider this when working out occupancy."
Officials are also said to expect "medium to high intoxication" from fans attending the gigs on the 8, 9 and 12 of August. The Mirror has contacted Edinburgh Council for further comment on this story.
The legendary Manchester-based band will be on stage together for the first time in 16 years next month for their mammoth Oasis Live '25 tour. It comes as previously warring brothers Liam, 52, and Noel, 58, patched up their differences to get the band back together last year.
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After almost two decades of arguing, the brothers left fans in a state of disbelief when they announced their sensational return - almost 15 years to the day of their split in August 2009.
In just a matter of weeks, they will take to the stage at Cardiff's Principality Stadium on July 4 for their first comeback show. This will be followed by a string of homecoming gigs in their native Manchester at Heaton Park and London's Wembley Stadium. They then play Edinburgh and Dublin before turning it into a world tour with dates in Chicago, Mexico, Tokyo, Melbourne, Sydney and Sao Paulo.
Though things appear to be fine between the brothers now, Liam recently opened up to reveal what his one major regret about the band was. A fan asked him on social media: "How does it feel singing songs with ur brother again? Like old times?"
Liam responded: "You know what it's spiritual, but I can't help think about all those wasted years, what a waste of PRECIOUS time."
But could fans see the once-warring brothers again after their upcoming tour? Replying to a fan, Liam teased: "Let's see how this tour goes and if we still love each other after it."
Edinburgh Council Culture and Communities Convener, Councillor 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. Over the past few years, we've hosted many similar events and managed to strike the right balance between communicating well with residents and fulfilling the needs of major events and I have no doubt we can do so once again. We always look to learn lessons from previous years to update and improve on our plans.
'We're all looking forward to seeing Oasis take to the stage this August and I'm sure that they'll 'live forever' as some of the most memorable concerts ever performed at Murrayfield.'
