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Glasgow Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Liam or Noel Gallagher? Oasis fans declare who they prefer
These are the difficult questions we put to hardcore Oasis fans who were attending Oasis' first of three shows at Murrayfield Stadium tonight. The Supersonic hitmakers will perform at the Edinburgh stadium on August 8, 9 and 12. This will be their only Scottish shows on the Oasis Live '25 Tour and their first gigs in the country following the band's split in 2009. We spoke to four groups of people and though some answers aligned, some were radically different. Definitely Maybe or Morning Glory? What's the Story and Definitely, Maybe are often considered to be Oasis's biggest and best records. While Definitely, Maybe featured hits like Rock n Roll Star, Supersonic and Slide Away, What's the Story came out a year later in 1995 and has huge bangers like Wonderwall, Roll With It, She's Electric and Champagne Supernova. So, which do fans prefer? While three groups answered Definitely, Maybe without hesitation, one said What's the Story - much to our shock, given the previous answers. (Image: Newsquest) (Image: Newsquest) Liam Gallagher or Noel Gallagher? Noel and Liam were once just two brothers who grew up Burnage, Manchester. But after creating Oasis in 1991 and releasing their debut album in 1994, they became sensations in the rock and roll music scene and to this day, they remain legends in the eyes of fans. After seething tension on stage and off, the brothers were torn apart and the band split in 2009. Then, Liam formed Beady Eye and Noel Gallagher created the High Flying Birds and both made a number of solo albums. 'He couldn't handle the vibes. He couldn't handle the rock n roll,' Liam once quipped. Noel once described Liam as 'the angriest man you'll ever meet,' adding, 'he's like a man with a fork in a world of soup.' But now that the brothers and the band have reunited this year, who do people prefer? It's probably no surprise that pretty much everyone said Liam, apart from two women who said Noel. READ NEXT: Oasis at Murrayfield stadium LIVE updates for Edinburgh show Meet the Oasis fans attending tonight's Murrayfield show We asked Oasis fans for fashion advice ahead Murrayfield gig - here's what they said High Flying Birds or Beady Eye? Noel's High Flying Birds formed in 2010, one year after Oasis split. Meanwhile, Liam created his own band in 2009, Beady Eye. While Beady Eye released two albums, High Flying Birds have released four, including their debut self-titled record. So, which band are people more a fan of? This question was one which fairly divided the fans with an equal split. However, two people said they were fans of neither. Some clear Oasis and Noel and Liam loyals there! Parka or Bucket hat? Aside from their discography and attitudes, Oasis is known for their fashion. From round sunglasses and parkas to bucket hats, fashion is a huge part of the band and its fans. So, we asked fans which they preferred - parkas or bucket hats? Bucket hats certainly took the win for this one, while a few were parka loyals. However, with the sea of bucket hats we saw at the stadium, we knew this answer was going to shine through. (Image: Newsquest) (Image: Newsquest) Seeing Oasis in the 90s or now? It's safe to say that everyone said the 90s for this one. Having formed in 1991 and released their debut album in 1994, the Manchester band were broke out and found fame in the same decade. One man we spoke to, Cian Fitzgerald, who lives and works in Edinburgh, saw the band in the 90s, as did two other women who saw the group twice, including once in Loch Lomond. Wonderwall or Don't Look Back in Anger? Now, if you're an Oasis fan, you'll know why we asked this. For years, this has been a huge debate with these two songs, which are arguably the band's biggest hits. While Noel wanted to sing Don't Look Back live on stage, Liam disagreed. But which song do fans think is the best? Everyone said Don't Look Back in Anger aside from one group who claimed to love Wonderwall.
Extra.ie
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
All the gigs Oasis played in Ireland over the years ahead of triumphant Croke Park return
After 16 long years, Oasis are finally set to return to Ireland when they play Croke Park as part of their reunion tour. Noel and Liam were the two main members of the Britpop band, often considered one of the biggest bands ever, before a huge fight between them minutes before they were due on at Rock en Seine saw the band split in the most acrimonious of circumstances back in 2009. 16 years later, the brothers and the band reunited, and are currently in the middle of their mammoth reunion tour — with them set to play two sell out shows at Croke Park next weekend (August 16 and 17). Oasis are back, with their reunion tour heading to Croke Park on August 16 and 17. Pic:With the Gallagher's Irish roots well documented, as their mam Peggy is from Mayo and their dad Thomas, from Co Meath, this will be something of a homecoming for the lads — who have played Ireland several times over the years before their split, with us taking a look down memory lane at all the times they've done so. One of Ireland's best venues before it was unfortunately demolished in 2018, the Tivoli Theatre hosted the then-on-the-rise Oasis just after the release of their debut album, Definitely Maybe, that summer. While not much is known about the gig, with the modern days of dynamic ticket pricing and people paying mad money for the reunion this summer, you may be shocked to find out that back in 1994, a ticket to see them cost a massive… 6 Irish Punts and 75 Irish pence (about €16.46 in today's money). Take us back, please. The band performed at Slane for the first time in 1995, when they opened up for REM. Pic: Independent NewsWith the Slane Castle gigs being one of the biggest of the Irish musical calendar, Oasis made their debut at the iconic castle as openers for REM; months before the release of their sophomore album, (What's the Story) Morning Glory would become their magnum opus. The headliners almost didn't make it to Meath, however, when lead singer Michael Stipe underwent emergency surgery and drummer Bill Berry collapsed on stage in Switzerland. The band had to cancel gigs in France and Spain. They made it to Ireland, however, for one of the most iconic gigs in Slane's history. Fans of Oasis at The Point in 1996. Pic: Independent NewsThe lads headed to The Point in Dublin just a year later, and fresh off the release of their best album in Morning Glory. And in keeping with the price tags of the shows, you could've had the privilege of seeing the band at the height of their powers for just £19. The gigs also coincided with Noel's late-night debut when he appeared on the Late Late Show, chatting about his Irish heritage mere minutes after the show ended. Cementing themselves as the biggest band in the world, the band headed Leeside for one of their most iconic gigs when they went to Páirc Uí Caoimh in Co Cork. Much like when Michael Jackson headlined nearly a decade earlier, the decision to come to Cork was a mammoth event, with RTÉ even covering the two shows as part of their massive tour, which also featured their most iconic concerts ever; two nights in Knebworth to 250,000 people. Just one year later, the band returned to The Point as part of their Be Here Now tour. Pic: Leon Farrell/Photocall Ireland The band came back to the capital to promote their third studio album — which, while incredibly anticipated, didn't live up to the hype initially — with this gig being notable as Noel was on singing duties. Liam was unable to perform for the shows, citing a 'sore throat' akin to when the band did MTV Unplugged a year earlier, and much like when his older brother performed at Unplugged, Liam was spotted in the balcony watching on. The Oasis concert at Lansdowne Road in 2000. Pic: Collins Dublin Standing on the Shoulder of Giants, Oasis returned three years later to play the former Aviva Stadium, with all the stars arriving — including U2's Bono, who was spotted in attendance with his wife Eve Hewson. 40,000 people were on hand to watch the band as they performed their fourth album, with 1,000 extra tickets being released to combat touting (why can't we do that anymore??) The band returned two years later for Witnness, the prelude to Oxegen. Pic: Colin Keegan/Collins Dublin Just before Oxegen took over the Fairyhouse race course, we had Witnness in the early 2000s — with Oasis headlining night two of the two day festival. The festival that weekend was absolutely stacked, to say the least — with The Prodigy also headlining night one, while Primal Scream and No Doubt were also highlights of the weekend. But a previous review said that the gig was, well, a little less good than their previous shows. One of the best shows the lads put on in the later stage of their career, 20,000 descended on the Rathfarnham Park. Pic: VIP Ireland Following the release of Don't Believe the Truth in 2005, Oasis came back to our shores twice — once over the summer in Marlay Park before it became the hotbed of Longitude. The show was well received following the critical praise of the band's sixth studio album, with them returning to The Point later that December for two shows just before Christmas. The lads played Slane just two months before their break up. Pic: Sasko Lazarov/ The last time Oasis played in Ireland for over a decade and a half, they returned to Slane 14 years after opening up for REM, albeit this time as headliners. It was a family affair that time around, as Peggy Gallagher was on stage with the lads while Liam called the gig 'f***ing biblical.' Just two months later, and minutes before they were due to go on Rock en Seine for the third to last show of their Dig Out Your Soul tour, the Gallaghers had an explosive fight, with the band breaking up that very evening. The guns have fallen silent, with Oasis' reunion tour heading to Croke Park next week for two sold out gigs. Pic: Emmett/Fear PR/PA Wire Until 15 years nearly to the day, that is — when the band announced that the guns had fallen silent and Noel and Liam got the band back together. Of course, this didn't come without controversy — namely the 'dynamic pricing' fiasco which saw tens of thousands of people (yours truly included) spending massively inflated prices due to demand. But that didn't stop tickets from selling out pretty much instantly, and following clips of their gigs in Cardiff, Manchester and London, Dublin are well and truly mad fer it.
Irish Independent
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Diary of an Oasis superfan: ‘When Liam told the hotel doorman, ‘It's cool, she can stay', I felt my soul leave my body'
Author Sarah Breen was just 12 when Oasis exploded onto the scene. From seeing them for the first time at Páirc Uí Chaoimh to meeting Liam and even writing to their mum, she reflects on her lifelong dedication to the Gallagher brothers Today at 00:30 When we die, I believe we'll get to watch a supercut of our best bits, like when a contestant gets voted out of the Big Brother house. I'm not sure what my clips will be (my dead dog will probably feature), but what I do know is that the song playing over them will be by Oasis. Depending on how I go, it could be Roll With It or Champagne Supernova or even Don't Look Back in Anger. I was 12 in 1994 when Oasis exploded onto the scene with their attitude and their eyebrows and their sensational debut album, Definitely Maybe. The songs I have earmarked for my 'best bits' soundtrack are overplayed now; pub songs; football anthems; cheesy, you might think. 'Oh no, here comes a guy with an acoustic guitar to sing Wonderwall and ruin the party.'
Scotsman
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Where and how to buy official Oasis merch for Edinburgh Murrayfield shows
A pop up store with official merch is already open on George Street Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox 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... The countdown is well and truly until the Gallagher brothers hit Edinburgh for three huge shows at Murrayfield Stadium. Preparation is underway to welcome the iconic Manchester duo with extra trains and road closures announced, and venues across the city gearing up to host a variety of Oasis-themed festivities. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad As fans get kitted out for the big reunion, we're here to tell you everything you need to know about buying official (and unofficial) merch ahead of the shows. Where can I buy official merch? There is an official Oasis Live '25 merch stand at Murrayfield, stocking city specific items, touring adidas lines, a dated touring collection and other flagship exclusives. Merch includes tees, hoodies and 90s-inspired jackets | PA The stand is open on non-show days, August 7 and 11, between 10am and 8pm. On Oasis show days, the stand will also be open 10am and 1pm. There is also an official Oasis pop-up on George Street in Edinburgh city centre, which opened on Monday. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Walk-ins are welcome but the store is advising customers to book a slot - which you can do here . If you can't visit the store in person, you can also order online . What's on sale? The official Oasis Live '25 collection includes everything from t-shirts, hoodies and jackets - including the exclusive adidas x Oasis line - to keyrings, posters and shot glasses. There are graphic t-shirts inspired by the band's album and single artwork, such as Definitely Maybe, Don't look back in anger, (What's The Story) Morning Glory?, Wonderwall, Supersonic and plenty more. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Special tour editions of the band's records are also on sale. Here's what you can expect price-wise: T-shits: £20-£50 Hoodies - £35-£75 Album posters - £10 Tote bags - £20 Adidas x Oasis bucket hat - £40 Adidas 3 Stripes T-Shirt - £45 What about unofficial merch? If you want to skip the queues for official merch, there's plenty of high street shops which have released special stock for the occasion.
Perth Now
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Wembley Stadium ‘reviewing alcohol policy for live concerts' following Oasis fan death
Wembley Stadium is said to be reviewing its alcohol policy for live music concerts following the death of 45-year-old Lee Claydon during an Oasis reunion performance last weekend. Lee Claydon, from Bournemouth, fell from an upper tier at the arena in front of nearly 100,000 fans during the post-show firework display on Saturday (02.08.25) night. According to The Sun, Lee's father has been told his son slipped on spilt beer. 'I've been told that it was an accident waiting to happen,' he said. 'All I really know is there was beer everywhere, he slipped, and we don't know the rest of it.' The incident is now said to have prompted stadium bosses to consider applying the same alcohol restrictions enforced during football matches to music events. Under Football Association rules, fans attending matches are prohibited from consuming alcohol in the seated areas – a policy designed to combat binge drinking and reduce disorder. Concertgoers at Wembley, however, are currently permitted to carry alcoholic drinks into their seats. That policy is now said to be under review following Lee's death. A Wembley Stadium source told The Sun: 'Safety is paramount at Wembley and the measures in place are reviewed regularly. 'The Oasis gigs have seen significant alcohol sales and in light of Saturday's incident, bosses are considering bringing in a limit or restriction to help maintain safety.' The tragedy was apparently not the only incident across the weekend at the Oasis shows in London. According to The Sun, on Sunday (03.08.25), a second fan reportedly suffered a serious head injury after falling down a staircase in Block 107 at Wembley. Stewards were seen spreading sand to absorb spilled drinks at the scene. A witness was quoted by The Sun saying: 'There was beer everywhere.' Wembley officials confirmed the venue is regularly assessed. A spokesperson said: 'We work closely with event owners, local authorities, the Sports Ground Safety Authority and police to deliver events to high standards of safety, security and service for everyone attending or working in the venue.' The incidents took place during Oasis' highly anticipated reunion tour, which marked the band's return to major UK venues after years of speculation and estrangement between founding members Liam Gallagher, 52, and Noel Gallagher, 58. The Wembley concerts formed part of a larger UK and European tour commemorating the 30th anniversary of the band's debut album Definitely Maybe, released in 1994. Their tour includes multiple stadium dates in Manchester, Glasgow, Cardiff and Dublin, with the Wembley shows drawing some of the biggest crowds of the summer. The band has not performed together since their split in 2009, making the 2025 tour one of the most significant British live music events in recent years. Oasis rose to fame in the 1990s during the height of the Britpop movement, with hits such as Wonderwall, Live Forever and Don't Look Back in Anger. Their 1996 performances at Knebworth remain some of the most iconic in UK music history, attended by more than 250,000 fans across two nights.
