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BBC News
4 days ago
- Business
- BBC News
Locals 'should not be put out' by Oasis gigs
Locals should not be "put out" when Oasis play a series of gigs in Manchester, a council leader has said The band are playing five huge concerts at Heaton Park in July, with some people living nearby saying they are "apprehensive" over the disruption. Residents in Prestwich told BBC Radio Manchester during previous events they had experienced gridlock on the roads, litter on the street and fans urinating in City Council leader Bev Craig said nearby restaurants would receive a boost in trade and a community impact fund would "benefit local people". Liam and Noel Gallagher are reuniting for the 2025 tour, which includes five sold out gigs in the grounds of the council-owned Heaton Park on 11, 12, 16, 19 and 20 July. Manchester City Council said the shows, alongside the annual Parklife Festival in June and other performances, would bring in £375,000 in profit for the year 2025-26.A community impact fund, which was set up for Parklife in 2024, generated £45,000 for community groups based around Heaton said: "The key thing for us is making sure that no resident is put out by what should be an iconic time for the city to celebrate". Robert Younge, 73, has lived on Bury Old Road, opposite Heaton Park, for 40 said revellers in the past had not been respectful of neighbours. "They're wrecking the area," he said. "I've caught them climbing over the wall and relieving themselves - but what can you say to kids who've got no manners." About 80,000 Oasis fans will be at Heaton Park each night for five concerts in Bury Old Road in Prestwich, there are pubs, restaurants and takeaways which have said they will benefit from an influx of tens of thousands of music fans. Jade Field, 33, manager of Armstrongs Fish and Chip shop, said: "It's pretty fun to watch them going to the concerts and having a nice time in their crazy outfits. "We prepare by doubling-up on all our orders, including chips and sausages. The queues are always out the door". Nissen Lewis, 38, who opened Benny's Bistro more than two years ago, said he was also expecting to benefit from the crowds and would also be stocking up with more supplies."Thousands of people will be walking past. We provide American-style food like burgers, chicken wings and messy fries," he said. "The footfall is crazy, so I'll have to prepare for the Oasis gigs and order extra food". Emily Foort moved into her house on Bury Old Road earlier this year. She said: "We have been warned that the streets get trashed. We are quite nervous and apprehensive - but we have got tickets for one of the Oasis concerts."Trams in Manchester city centre will face disruption during the gigs. No services will run from Piccadilly Gardens to Piccadilly Station as the Metrolink network is having a £150m upgrade, Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) said on Thursday. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Manchester on Sounds and follow BBC Manchester on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas to and via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
The Guardian
4 days ago
- Business
- The Guardian
Oasis fans express frustration at ballot for front-standing tickets at Manchester shows
Oasis fans attending the band's homecoming shows in Manchester have expressed anger that they have to enter a ballot to determine their proximity to the stage at Heaton Park. Ticketmaster emailed ticket holders passing on information from the event organisers, saying that a safety advisory group had divided the all-standing concert into general admission and front standing, with distinct tickets, to 'ensure fan safety and improve the fan experience while entering the site'. Fans seeking a spot at the front must opt in to the ballot by noon today. Ticketmaster said that – in the highly likely event – that opt-in requests outnumber availability, tickets will be allocated at random. Opting in applies to entire ticket orders, not individual tickets within a single order. Posting on X, many fans were irritated by the news, which comes just shy of a month before the tour begins in Cardiff on 4 July. The five concerts in Manchester will be between 11 and 20 July. VIP ticket holders also sought information on whether they would automatically be allocated a place in the front section. The Guardian has contacted representatives for Oasis for comment. Accused by one fan this week of reuniting just for money, Liam Gallagher replied: 'It's for many reasons money way down the list'. Oasis also appear to have disappointed erstwhile drummer Zak Starkey, recently let go twice by the Who, who told BBC Breakfast he was 'gutted' that the band had chosen Joey Waronker – who performed on last year's collaborative album by Liam Gallagher and John Squire – for the tour. The rest of the lineup is yet to be officially announced. British economists, meanwhile, are unlikely to complain about the looming tour, the band's first dates since splitting 16 years ago. Fans are expected to spend more than £1bn on tickets, accommodation, food, drink, outfits and merchandise, with the gigs expected to be the most popular and profitable in British history. Wonderwallets, part of the Barclays Consumer Spend report, estimated that the 1.4 million fans attending the show would spend more than £766 per person, generating £1.06bn. The sums exceed Barclays' estimate for Taylor Swift's Eras tour last year – which came in at £997m – but Oasis are playing two more shows than Swift did.
Daily Mail
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Liam Gallagher shares rare beaming selfie as he enjoys a spot of sunbathing at his south of France villa ahead of Oasis reunion world tour
Liam Gallagher shared a rare beaming selfie on his Instagram page on Saturday while enjoying some time at his villa in the south of France. The Oasis singer, 52, posed with a pair of dark shades on as he smiled for the camera, simply captioning: 'LOLS.' The rock legend couldn't look any more carefree as he relaxed in the lavish property, before the long-waited world tour is set to kick off on July 4 with his brother Noel, 57. Oasis sensationally split in 2009 after a backstage bust-up - devastating their loyal fan base. In the 14 years that have followed, a feud and bitter fighting has ensued with the brothers trading insults back and forth in interviews and social media. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. But this year, the pair are reuniting for a huge world tour, and have dates booked across the UK, America, South America and Asia in 2025. Despite the highly-anticipated reunion, it appears the Liam and Noel haven't put all of their differences behind them. A source, who has a guest list ticket for one of the shows in Heaton Park, claimed they will be spending time separately following the shows. They told The Sun: 'You might be seeing Oasis on stage but you will not be seeing Liam and Noel together afterwards. 'Each of them had a VIP list where their friends and famous fans could buy their tickets. 'But depending on which brother you got your ticket off, it's their green room and after-party you're invited to. 'It's gutting for people who want to hang out with both of them but it seems they're keeping it all at a distance.' Despite the separate parties, the duo seem to be working well together, with Liam telling his fans he's loved working with Noel again. And Noel feels the same, saying of his sibling: 'He's alright, he's on tip-top form.' MailOnline has contacted Oasis' representatives for comment. The Oasis Live 25 tour kicks off on 4 July at Cardiff's Principality Stadium before playing sell-out gigs at Manchester's Heaton Park, Wembley Stadium in London, and Edinburgh's Murrayfield stadium. The Brit pop band will then head over to America, South America and Asia in 2025.
Scottish Sun
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Oasis star confirms he WILL join Noel and Liam Gallagher for huge reunion gigs – and reveals group's future
Andy Bell has confirmed my tale that he will be performing with Oasis on their huge sold-out tour this summer. The singer and guitarist has just finished a string of shows with his band Ride in Europe and is now gearing up for tour rehearsals with Noel and Liam Gallagher. Advertisement 13 The singer and guitarist will join Lian and Noel for the huge Oasis reunion gigs Credit: PA 13 Andy Bell has confirmed my tale that he will be performing with Oasis on their huge sold-out tour this summer 13 Andy on stage for Oasis, the first time around Credit: Famous During an interview with Austrian newspaper Oe24, Andy was asked about Oasis and said: 'I'm in and I'm really looking forward to it. 'We'll see each other on tour. Or rather, you'll see me – I'll hardly be able to see you in the audience.' Andy joined Oasis in 2000 to replace bassist Paul McGuigan, who quit during the recording of the band's fourth album Standing on the Shoulder of Giants. Joining Andy on the line-up with Noel and Liam, as I revealed earlier this year, are Gem Archer, Bonehead and drummer Joey Waronker. Advertisement Oasis' co-manager Alec McKinlay yesterday told Music Week the reunion tour would be the only time fans would see the brothers performing together again. He said: 'This is the last time around, as Noel has made clear in the press. It is a chance for fans who haven't seen the band to see them, or at least for some of them to. 'But no, there's no plan for any new music.' Oasis 2025 tour dates OASIS brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher have revealed a 17 gig comeback tour next summer - here are the details The Wonderwall hitmakers will delight crowds as follows: JULY 2025 4th - Cardiff, Principality Stadium 5th - Cardiff, Principality Stadium 11th - Manchester, Heaton Park 12th - Manchester, Heaton Park 16th - Manchester, Heaton Park 19th - Manchester, Heaton Park 20th - Manchester, Heaton Park 25th - London, Wembley Stadium 26th - London, Wembley Stadium 30th - London, Wembley Stadium AUGUST 2025 2nd - London, Wembley Stadium 3rd - London, Wembley Stadium 8th - Edinburgh, Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium 9th - Edinburgh, Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium 12th - Edinburgh, Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium 16th - Dublin, Croke Park 17th - Dublin, Croke Park SEPTEMBER 2025 27th - London, Wembley Stadium 28th - London, Wembley Stadium Kylie having a ball Kylie Jenner normally can't take her eyes off boyfriend Timothee Chalamet – but that all changed as she was transfixed by the basketball. Advertisement She joined the actor courtside to watch the New York Knicks take on the Boston Celtics in the Big Apple. 13 Kylie Jenner keeps her eye on the ball — not fella Timothée Chalamet for once — as courtside basketball action steals the spotlight Credit: Getty 13 It's hoops of delight for Timothee Credit: Getty 13 Cardi B was also enjoying the action Credit: Getty Advertisement Kylie was sucked into the action as the home team beat the Celtics 121–113. Her sister Kendall was also at the NBA match, along with Cardi B. Oasis' Noel and Liam Gallagher won't get paid for tour until they perform over fears they'll fall out and cancel concerts The rapper, sitting next to her boyfriend, NFL footballer Stefon Diggs, is thought to finally be on the cusp of releasing her second album – the long-awaited follow-up to 2018 breakthrough record Invasion of Privacy. Hopefully it's worth the wait. 13 Fans of Queens of the Stone Age will be thrilled with news of a new concert film on the way Credit: Supplied Queens of the Stone Age have announced a concert film called Alive in the Catacombs. Advertisement It's the first time a live gig has been staged in the underground burial chambers below Paris, which was a dream of frontman Josh Homme. He said of the film, out June 5: 'If you're ever going to be haunted, surrounded by several million dead people is the place. "I've never felt so welcome in my life. We're so stripped down because that place is so stripped down, which makes the music so stripped down, which makes the words so stripped down. 'It would be ridiculous to try to rock there. All those decisions were made by that space. Advertisement 'That space dictates everything, it's in charge. You do what you're told when you're in there.' Celine no to Euro return Celine Dion has confirmed she won't perform during Eurovision, despite being in talks for months. The Canadian was asked about singing during the interval on Saturday night – 37 years after she won the contest for this year's hosting nation Switzerland, with her song Ne Partez Pas Sans Moi. 13 Celine Dion has confirmed she won't perform during Eurovision, despite being in talks with organisers for months Credit: Getty Advertisement In last night's first semi-final on BBC One, a video message was shown where Celine said: 'I would love nothing more than to be with you in Basel right now. "Switzerland will forever hold a special place in my heart as the country that believed in me and that gave me the chance to be part of something so extraordinary.' She has been battling Stiff Person Syndrome for years, making it difficult to perform. It has not yet been revealed who will take the My Heart Will Go On singer's place in the final. Advertisement The K's have today released single The Bends (Here We Go Again) from their upcoming second album Pretty on the Internet. The indie four-piece, whose new record comes out on June 27, are in the middle of a headline tour and last night played a huge show at the Roundhouse in London. Sam and Pete book buddies While his ex Zara is totally loved up with Louis, Sam Thompson is keeping himself busy with a change of career. The I'm a Celebrity winner has got himself a bumper book deal alongside his Towie pal Pete Wicks. Advertisement 13 Sam Thompsonn has landed a bumper book deal with pal Pete Wicks Credit: Getty Insiders tell me the duo are working on the book, albeit with help from a ghostwriter, and should be announcing the project in the coming days. A source said: 'After months of discussions, Sam and Pete have landed a book deal. Their podcast is already doing so well, so they wanted a new challenge and this is it. 'It's been the perfect distraction for Sam after his relationship with Zara ended but it's not a tell-all. He won't be airing their dirty laundry. Advertisement 'While the book is theirs and they are helping with ideas, I'm not sure either will be putting pen to paper. A ghostwriter has already started work on the project.' Lizzo is Real Busy After bouncing back with new single Still Bad, Lizzo is preparing to drop her next record Love in Real Life. She's hitting the promo trail hard, kicking off with a performance at Amazon's Upfront event in New York. 13 Lizzo stunned at Amazon's Upfront event in New York Credit: The Mega Agency Advertisement The US singer wore a red corset and mini-skirt as she joined celebs including Elizabeth Banks and Travis Kelce at the Beacon Theatre in Manhattan. She performed About Damn Time on stage with Jason Momoa, to hype up his new Amazon film The Wrecking Crew, before changing into a chic black dress and heading across the city to an interview with TV talk show host Andy Cohen. Lizzo also sat down with radio presenter Charlamagne Tha God and hit back at people who criticised her weight loss. She said: 'Put me next to any pop star right now, I'm still bigger than them. I didn't realise how much my body changed until I was filming the Love in Real Life music video. Advertisement 'I was in shock. It shocked me, because the way that I'm releasing weight has been a long, slow process.' Joey Essex may claim he's not the smartest – but at least his home is. The reality TV regular has teamed up with Amazon to front its latest campaign, which attempts to prove setting up a 'smart home' is a lot easier than people might think. In the new ad, faux dipstick Joey gives fans a tour of his huge Essex home, which is fitted with a load of fancy mod cons such as Alexa-controlled blinds and Blink security cameras. Advertisement Joey said: 'I know some people might think you've got to be a genius to manage a smart home, but if I can do it, then anyone can. I love that Alexa sets the mood in my bedroom, while Blink gives me peace of mind there's nothing lurking in the garden.' We'll take you at your word, Joey. Uni Usher's wise words Fresh from feeding cherries to swooning fans during his residency at London's O2 Arena, Usher picked up an honorary degree from Emory University in Atlanta. The Yeah! singer wore a cap and gown as he received the honour, and gave a speech to students about to start their degrees. Advertisement 13 Usher has picked up an honorary degree from Emory University in Atlanta Credit: Getty 13 The star pick up the award Credit: Getty 13 The singer is fresh from his residency at London's O2 Arena Credit: Getty He said: 'Don't be afraid to wander into a space you don't understand, as long as you bring compassion with you. Be willing to stretch. Be a little unrealistic. Advertisement 'Be a little delusional even, in the pursuit of happiness and fulfilment.' And as a note of advice from myself, don't spend your entire degree getting drunk, because it really will bite you on the arse in your final year. With their wedding just months away, Matty Healy and Gabbriette Bechtel are getting into the spirit of things. I'm told the pair invited their nearest and dearest to LA for a posh engagement bash to celebrate their nuptials. Advertisement A source said: 'Matty and Gab threw a fancy party and he flew his family over from the UK. 'They hired a rooftop bar in LA and his parents Tim Healy and Denise Welch were there, along with one of his aunts and Gab's family. 'Matty and Gab are so excited about tying the knot and this was a really special celebration with the people they love the most.' Next month, Matty's band The 1975 are headlining Glastonbury on the Friday night and it's going to be a family affair there too. Advertisement Unofficial stag do, anyone?
The Irish Sun
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Oasis star confirms he WILL join Noel and Liam Gallagher for huge reunion gigs – and reveals group's future
Andy Bell has confirmed my tale that he will be performing with Oasis on their huge sold-out tour this summer. The singer and guitarist has just finished a string of shows with his band Ride in Europe and is now gearing up for tour Advertisement 13 The singer and guitarist will join Lian and Noel for the huge Oasis reunion gigs Credit: PA 13 Andy Bell has confirmed my tale that he will be performing with Oasis on their huge sold-out tour this summer 13 Andy on stage for Oasis, the first time around Credit: Famous During an interview with Austrian newspaper Oe24, 'We'll see each other on tour. Or rather, you'll see me – I'll hardly be able to see you in the audience.' Andy joined Oasis in 2000 to Joining Andy on the line-up with Advertisement READ MORE FROM BIZARRE Oasis' co-manager Alec McKinlay yesterday told Music Week the reunion tour would be the only time fans would see the brothers performing together again. He said: 'This is the last time around, as Noel has made clear in the press. It is a chance for fans who haven't seen the band to see them, or at least for some of them to. 'But no, there's no plan for any new music.' Oasis 2025 tour dates OASIS brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher have revealed a 17 gig comeback tour next summer - here are the details The Wonderwall hitmakers will delight crowds as follows: JULY 2025 4th - Cardiff, Principality Stadium 5th - Cardiff, Principality Stadium 11th - Manchester, Heaton Park 12th - Manchester, Heaton Park 16th - Manchester, Heaton Park 19th - Manchester, Heaton Park 20th - Manchester, Heaton Park 25th - London, Wembley Stadium 26th - London, Wembley Stadium 30th - London, Wembley Stadium AUGUST 2025 2nd - London, Wembley Stadium 3rd - London, Wembley Stadium 8th - Edinburgh, Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium 9th - Edinburgh, Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium 12th - Edinburgh, Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium 16th - Dublin, Croke Park 17th - Dublin, Croke Park SEPTEMBER 2025 27th - London, Wembley Stadium 28th - London, Wembley Stadium Kylie having a ball Kylie Jenner normally can't take her eyes off boyfriend Timothee Chalamet – but that all changed as she was transfixed by the basketball. Advertisement Most read in Bizarre She joined the actor courtside to watch the New York Knicks take on the Boston Celtics in the Big Apple . 13 Kylie Jenner keeps her eye on the ball — not fella Timothée Chalamet for once — as courtside basketball action steals the spotlight Credit: Getty 13 It's hoops of delight for Timothee Credit: Getty 13 Cardi B was also enjoying the action Credit: Getty Advertisement Kylie was sucked into the action as the home team beat the Celtics 121–113. Her sister Kendall was also at the NBA match, along with Oasis' Noel and Liam Gallagher won't get paid for tour until they perform over fears they'll fall out and cancel concerts The rapper, sitting next to her boyfriend, NFL footballer Stefon Diggs, is thought to finally be on the cusp of releasing her second album – the long-awaited follow-up to 2018 breakthrough record Invasion of Privacy. Hopefully it's worth the wait. 13 Fans of Queens of the Stone Age will be thrilled with news of a new concert film on the way Credit: Supplied Queens of the Stone Age have announced a concert film called Alive in the Catacombs. Advertisement It's the first time a live gig has been staged in the underground burial chambers below Paris, which was a dream of frontman Josh Homme. He said of the film, out June 5: 'If you're ever going to be haunted, surrounded by several million dead people is the place. "I've never felt so welcome in my life. We're so stripped down because that place is so stripped down, which makes the music so stripped down, which makes the words so stripped down. 'It would be ridiculous to try to rock there. All those decisions were made by that space. Advertisement 'That space dictates everything, it's in charge. You do what you're told when you're in there.' Celine no to Euro return Celine Dion has confirmed she won't perform during The Canadian was asked about singing during the interval on Saturday night – 37 years after she won the contest for this year's hosting nation Switzerland, with her song Ne Partez Pas Sans Moi. 13 Celine Dion has confirmed she won't perform during Eurovision, despite being in talks with organisers for months Credit: Getty Advertisement In last night's first semi-final on BBC One, a video message was shown where Celine said: 'I would love nothing more than to be with you in Basel right now. "Switzerland will forever hold a special place in my heart as the country that believed in me and that gave me the chance to be part of something so extraordinary.' She has been battling Stiff Person Syndrome for years, making it difficult to perform. It has not yet been revealed who will take the My Heart Will Go On singer's place in the final. Advertisement The K's have today released single The Bends (Here We Go Again) from their upcoming second album Pretty on the Internet. The indie four-piece, whose new record comes out on June 27, are in the middle of a headline tour and last night played a huge show at the Roundhouse in London . Sam and Pete book buddies While his ex Zara is totally loved up with Louis, Sam Thompson is keeping himself busy with a change of career. The I'm a Celebrity winner has got himself a bumper book deal alongside his Towie pal Pete Wicks. Advertisement 13 Sam Thompsonn has landed a bumper book deal with pal Pete Wicks Credit: Getty Insiders tell me the duo are working on the book, albeit with help from a ghostwriter, and should be announcing the project in the coming days. A source said: 'After months of discussions, Sam and Pete have landed a book deal. Their podcast is already doing so well, so they wanted a new challenge and this is it. 'It's been the perfect distraction for Sam after his relationship with Zara ended but it's not a tell-all. He won't be airing their dirty laundry. Advertisement 'While the book is theirs and they are helping with ideas, I'm not sure either will be putting pen to paper. A ghostwriter has already started work on the project.' Lizzo is Real Busy After bouncing back with new single Still Bad, Real Life . She's hitting the promo trail hard, kicking off with a performance at Amazon's Upfront event in New York. 13 Lizzo stunned at Amazon's Upfront event in New York Credit: The Mega Agency Advertisement The US singer wore a red corset and mini-skirt as she joined celebs including Elizabeth Banks and Travis Kelce at the Beacon Theatre in Manhattan. She performed About Damn Time on stage with Jason Momoa, to hype up his new Amazon film The Wrecking Crew, before changing into a chic black dress and heading across the city to an interview with TV talk show host Andy Cohen. Lizzo also sat down with radio presenter Charlamagne Tha God and hit back at people who criticised her weight loss. She said: 'Put me next to any pop star right now, I'm still bigger than them. I didn't realise how much my body changed until I was filming the Love in Real Life music video. Advertisement 'I was in shock. It shocked me, because the way that I'm releasing weight has been a long, slow process.' Joey Essex may claim he's not the smartest – but at least his home is. The reality TV regular has teamed up with Amazon to front its latest campaign, which attempts to prove setting up a 'smart home' is a lot easier than people might think. In the new ad, faux dipstick Joey gives fans a tour of his huge Essex home, which is fitted with a load of fancy mod cons such as Alexa-controlled blinds and Blink security cameras. Advertisement Joey said: 'I know some people might think you've got to be a genius to manage a smart home, but if I can do it, then anyone can. I love that Alexa sets the mood in my bedroom, while Blink gives me peace of mind there's nothing lurking in the garden.' We'll take you at your word, Joey. Uni Usher's wise words Fresh from The Yeah! singer wore a cap and gown as he received the honour, and gave a speech to students about to start their degrees. Advertisement 13 Usher has picked up an honorary degree from Emory University in Atlanta Credit: Getty 13 The star pick up the award Credit: Getty 13 The singer is fresh from his residency at London's O2 Arena Credit: Getty He said: 'Don't be afraid to wander into a space you don't understand, as long as you bring compassion with you. Be willing to stretch. Be a little unrealistic. Advertisement 'Be a little delusional even, in the pursuit of happiness and fulfilment.' And as a note of advice from myself, don't spend your entire degree getting drunk, because it really will bite you on the arse in your final year. With their wedding just months away, I'm told the pair invited their nearest and dearest to LA for a posh engagement bash to celebrate their nuptials. Advertisement A source said: 'Matty and Gab threw a fancy party and he flew his family over from the UK. 'They hired a rooftop bar in LA and his parents Tim Healy and Denise Welch were there, along with one of his aunts and Gab's family. 'Matty and Gab are so excited about tying the knot and this was a really special celebration with the people they love the most.' Next month, Matty's band The 1975 are headlining Glastonbury on the Friday night and it's going to be a family affair there too. Advertisement Unofficial stag do, anyone? Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club.
