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Scottish Sun
a day ago
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- Scottish Sun
Die-hard Oasis fan who posed as litter picker to sneak into gig, amazed by security lapse
Read on to find out the props he used to march through security unchallenged WONDERWALL WIN Die-hard Oasis fan who posed as litter picker to sneak into gig, amazed by security lapse Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AN Oasis fan who snuck into one of their gigs posing as a litter picker says he was surprised at how easy it was. We revealed yesterday John Spilsbury marched through the gates in a hi-vis vest on Saturday. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 John Spilsbury posed as a litter picker to see Oasis at Heaton Park Credit: Facebook 3 Once inside he removed his disguise to enjoy the show Credit: Facebook 3 John borrowed a yellow high vis vest and litter grabber from work Credit: Facebook He didn't have a ticket for the reunion concert in Manchester's Heaton Park. Transport planner John, 42, said he had arrived in Manchester ticketless but with a "master plan' after borrowing a yellow high vis vest and litter grabber from work. 'I took it with me as a last resort. 'They'd been lying around in one of the warehouses so I borrowed them for a bit,' said the transport planner from Alfreton, Derbyshire. 'I was quite lucky. 'It was just unbelievable really. 'From a security point of view, it was easy to get in and they didn't check for any tickets. 'I was acting very casual and when I saw the security guys I started picking up litter around them, saying 'Mind if I grab that mate' and I walked through. 'I did a half hour shift of picking, filling a bag with beer cans and plates. 'It was well worth it. Oasis kick off first Manchester homecoming gig after 16 years away 'I didn't get paid for the work but I got a free concert.' Amazingly, the entrance John decided to infiltrate was front standing, meaning he was just feet from Liam and Noel Gallagher on stage. Oasis kicked off their Live '25 tour in Cardiff last week before travelling to Manchester for five homecoming shows. Three further gigs are set to take place at Heaton Park this week - on Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday - before Oasis travel to London to perform for five nights at Wembley Stadium.
The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Die-hard Oasis fan who posed as litter picker to sneak into gig, amazed by security lapse
AN Oasis fan who snuck into one of their gigs posing as a litter picker says he was surprised at how easy it was. We revealed yesterday John Spilsbury marched through the gates in a hi-vis vest on Saturday. Advertisement 3 John Spilsbury posed as a litter picker to see Oasis at Heaton Park Credit: Facebook 3 Once inside he removed his disguise to enjoy the show Credit: Facebook 3 John borrowed a yellow high vis vest and litter grabber from work Credit: Facebook He didn't have a ticket for the reunion concert in Manchester's Heaton Park. Transport planner John, 42, said he had arrived in Manchester ticketless but with a "master plan' after borrowing a yellow high vis vest and litter grabber from work. 'I took it with me as a last resort. 'They'd been lying around in one of the warehouses so I borrowed them for a bit,' said the transport planner from Alfreton, Derbyshire. Advertisement READ MORE ON OASIS 'I was quite lucky. 'It was just unbelievable really. 'From a security point of view, 'I was acting very casual and when I saw the security guys I started picking up litter around them, saying 'Mind if I grab that mate' and I walked through. Advertisement Most read in News TV Exclusive 'I did a half hour shift of picking, filling a bag with beer cans and plates. 'It was well worth it. Oasis kick off first Manchester homecoming gig after 16 years away 'I didn't get paid for the work but I got a free concert.' Amazingly, the entrance John decided to infiltrate was front standing, meaning he was just feet from Advertisement Oasis kicked off their Live '25 tour in Cardiff last week before travelling to Manchester for five homecoming shows. Three further gigs are set to take place at Heaton Park this week - on Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday - before Oasis travel to London to perform for
Euronews
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Euronews
The Oasis Effect: Which bands should reunite next?
No one thought that the Gallagher brothers would be able to bury the hatchet, but lo and behold, Oasis reunited after 16 years away from the stage and are currently selling out their Live '25 tour. Which begs the question: If Liam and Noel can put their volatile ways behind them and patch things up, who else can get back on the road for a (highly lucrative) tour? Some reunion yearnings are wishful thinking - bordering on pipe dreams - while others will just never happen. And maybe it's for the best. We're looking at you, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, The Smiths and Fleetwood Mac. However, with Jenny Lewis' band Rilo Kiley hitting the road once more after nearly 20 years apart; Aerosmith's Joe Perry stating that the band could reunite for a proper send-off after their farewell tour was abandoned in 2023 due to Steven Tyler sustaining damage to his vocal chords; and underappreciated British post-rockers Hope Of The States recently announcing a comeback after 18 years of inactivity, anything's possible... Here are our five picks for the musical acts we'd like to see play together again. R.E.M. When American alternative rockers R.E.M. split in 2011 after more than three decades together, frontman Michael Stipe said there would be no reunion. That was that. Not that there was ever any bad blood: they simply called it quits because they accomplished everything they wanted. "We walk away with a great sense of gratitude, of finality, and of astonishment at all we have accomplished,' the band stated at the time. 'To anyone who ever felt touched by our music, our deepest thanks for listening." Fair enough. What are the odds? Slim, but Stipe, Mike Mills, Peter Buck and Bill Berry did come together last year to perform 'Losing My Religion' at the Songwriters Hall of Fame induction ceremony... It had been 15 years since they last played live, and while it was billed as a one-off, it was great seeing and hearing them perform together again. The band also reissued their debut single 'Radio Free Europe' in May to help out the real and financially struggling titular organisation. Hope springs eternal... Daft Punk The French duo who were at the center of the French Touch movement may not be together anymore, but they remain one of the most influential acts in electronic dance music. Between 1997 and 2013, Thomas Bangalter and Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo released four albums. Seven if you count the 2010 Tron: Legacy soundtrack and both 1997 and 2007 live albums. Then, in 2021, they announced their split – explosively. And during the height of Covid, no less. Taking off masks during a pandemic? What were they thinking?? Since then, fans have been clamoring for a comeback... What are the odds? Don't hold your breath. Even the Paris Summer Olympic Games couldn't get them back on stage last year. Since their break, Homem-Christo and Bangalter still share a studio, with the latter releasing a solo orchestral album called 'Mythologies'. Still, it hasn't been that long since they disbanded – give them time. We hold out hope. Outkast Big Boi (Antwan Patton) and André 3000 (André Benjamin) formed one of the most influential hip-hop acts out there, and their six studio albums remain joys to listen to. Especially the back-to-back triumphs of 'Aquemini' (1998), 'Stankonia' (2000) and 'Speakerboxxx/The Love Below' (2003). We miss them. What are the odds? It's feasible. It's been more than 10 years since Outkast have performed together, and enough's enough. Granted, pressures to succeed led to the duo's hiatus, but considering a hiatus can be more likened to an ellipsis than a clean break, there's still a chance. And while André 3000 seems content with releasing new-age woodwind music right now (as well as underwhelming 'piano sketches'), the fact that Outkast were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this year feels like another reminder that the boys should get back in the studio and prove that their sixth studio album 'Idlewild' (2006) needn't be their swansong. Talking Heads Another legendary act in need of a comeback... The art rock pioneers wowed everyone from the late 70s to the late 80s with classic albums like 'Talking Heads: 77', 'Fear of Music' and the peerless 'Remain in Light'. Then there's that live album to beat all live albums: 1984's 'Stop Making Sense'. The band released their last album, 'Naked', in 1988, before splitting in 1991... Understandably so, as the members aren't huge fans of each other. David Byrne has acknowledged the tensions, while bassist Tina Weymouth once described the frontman as 'a man incapable of returning friendship.' Ouch. Add to that drummer Chris Frantz writing some scathing passages about Byrne in his autobiography, and you've got yourself four music legends who are happier apart. What are the odds? We nearly got there this year. Or so we thought. The band had been teasing an announcement last month, and fans were hoping for a reunion. It turned out to be the first ever music video for their iconic hit 'Psycho Killer', starring Saoirse Ronan – released to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Talking Heads' live debut. Still, baby steps and all that... David Byrne's solo career continues – with the release of 'Who Is The Sky?' in September – and he described the relationship between all four members of Talking Heads as 'cordial'. A significant improvement. Still, any plans for a reunion don't seem to be on the cards. People have tried though: Billboard reported that Coachella had offered them $80 million for a reunion in 2024. The offer was declined. Anyone got a spare $100m tucked away somewhere? The Fugees In 1996, Lauryn Hill, Wyclef Jean and Pras Michael released their second album, 'The Score', and it became the best-selling hip-hop album by a group in history - with 22 million copies sold worldwide. They split up – acrimoniously - at the height of their success in 1997, with each member going solo. A year later, Hill dropped her groundbreaking debut solo album, 'The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill', which also went on to shatter records and cement the artist as the reigning queen of hip-hop. What are the odds? As the French would(n't) say: il y a du boeuf. Chronicling the beef between The Fugees members would make this article endless, and theie drama makes the Gallagher brothers' tiffs look like child play. Put simply: there's no love lost. To put it mildly. Before you lose all hope for a reunion, the band did reform between 2004 and 2007. They toured together but once again, the relationships between them deteriorated. In 2007, Pras told "Before I work with Lauryn Hill again, you will have a better chance of seeing Osama Bin Laden and (George W.) Bush in Starbucks having a latte, discussing foreign policies, before there will be a Fugees reunion.' Then, Wyclef Jean revealed in his 2012 autobiography 'Purpose' that his tumultuous affair with Lauryn Hill led to the band's ruin. The last chapter (so far) in this emotional rollercoaster came in 2021, when The Fugees announced a reunion tour to celebrate 25 years of 'The Score'. It was postponed due to COVID and rescheduled for August 2024... Before being quietly called off three days before the first show, with no reason given. Ready or Not? We've been ready for a while now. Please get it together. Which acts did we miss and who would you like to see on stage once more? The Oasis tour continues. After 19 dates in the UK and Ireland come stops in North and South America, Asia and Australia - ending in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on 23 November.
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Liam Gallagher makes cryptic referenec to controversial social media post
Oasis took to the stage this evening for the second of their five shows in their home city, and Liam Gallagher appeared to reference a now-deleted social media post Liam Gallagher seemed to allude to a recently deleted social media post that sparked controversy during Oasis's second performance at Heaton Park. The iconic band took to the stage for the second of their five shows in their hometown, their first Manchester shows since 2009. Before launching into their hit song Some Might Say, Liam addressed the audience, making a comment that appeared to reference a contentious social media post from earlier this month. "Gotta wear the shades tonight, didn't wear them last night, woke up this morning like a grasshopper? You're allowed to say grasshopper, right?" he said. On July 1, Liam sparked outrage after sharing a derogatory term often used to mock or imitate languages spoken in China or people of East Asian descent. He subsequently deleted the post and issued an apology, stating: "Sorry if I offended anyone. It wasn't intentional you know I love you all and I do not discriminate. peace and love LG x." The incident prompted one fan to sell her ticket to the opening night of the Live '25 tour in Cardiff, citing that she was left 'completely heartbroken'. The Oasis Live '25 tour was announced last August, two days before the 30th anniversary of their debut album Definitely Maybe, marking the biggest concert launch in the UK and Ireland. A staggering ten million people attempted to snag tickets for their UK and Ireland tour, as fans grappled with skyrocketing ticket prices due to dynamic pricing and other sales hitches. This summer, Liam, Noel and Bonehead, joined by Andy Bell, Gem Archer and Joey Waronker, are set to rock 19 UK and Ireland venues in cities such as Cardiff, London, Edinburgh and Dublin, before embarking on a series of international gigs later in the year. After tonight's gig, the band will return to Heaton Park on Wednesday, with two more performances lined up for next weekend, wrapping up their five-date stint at this venue. The band will be performing to 80,000 fans at every gig in Manchester, which has been received with five star reviews. On Friday, their first night, the crowd was joined by a string of famous faces, including Jack Grealish, Pep Guardiola, Andy Whyment, and Vernon Kay, all packed into the crowd as they belted out Oasis' biggest hits throughout the night. But hundreds who struggled to get tickets when they went on sale last year still managed to enjoy the first night. As the sun went down on Friday, Don't Look Back In Anger, Cigarettes and Alcohol and Morning Glory could be heard across Prestwich after thousands of fans gathered for the incredible evening. For those who didn't have a ticket for the event, it didn't stop them from soaking up the atmosphere and still enjoying hearing Oasis live, with some even managing to see the band perform on huge screens which were visible across the horizon. Fans both inside and outside of Heaton Park watched the concert on gigantic screens, measuring 84 meters by 12 meters, a whole 20 meters bigger than those in Cardiff last week and are also the largest ever used at a concert in the UK.
Daily Record
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Where to stream Oasis documentary 'Supersonic' as Liam and Noel Gallagher return to Manchester
Whether you've scored tickets to the much-anticipated Oasis reunion tour or not, here's how to stream the Supersonic documentary for free to get in the spirit. As Liam and Noel Gallagher bring their highly anticipated Live '25 reunion tour to Manchester's Heaton Park this weekend, the critically acclaimed documentary Oasis: Supersonic is now available to stream for free in the UK. The 2016 documentary shows fans an insight into the band's beginnings back in the early 90s, blending archive footage with interviews with the band, including Liam and Noel and follows their success into the late 1990s. Supersonic begins with Oasis' formation in 1991, showing their rise to fame throughout the years and finishes with their iconic performance at Knebworth in 1996. From director Mat Whitecross and executive producers Asif Kapadia and Oscar-winner James Gay-Rees from the film Amy, Supersonic offers a powerful look at Oasis's rise. Channel 4's streaming service has now made the documentary available to watch for free, helping fans gear up for upcoming tour dates in Manchester, London, Edinburgh, and Dublin - following two standout shows at Cardiff's Principality Stadium. The documentary is free to watch with adverts, or without adverts if you fancy paying Channel 4's monthly subscription that starts at £3.99 a month with a 7-day free trial. However the documentary is only available to stream until August 4, so fans better watch it while they still can. If fans miss the opportunity to watch the documentary for free on Channel 4, it is available for purchase on Apple TV from £3.49, with a valid Apple TV subscription. The documentary was a hit with critics and fans, having gained an 84% score on Rotten Tomatoes. The news outlet NME called Supersonic "rousing, heart-rending and really funny." While Espinof, the Spanish outlet, wrote that it was "not the most honest movie about the group, but definitely, maybe, the best documentary about a rock band to this date". Fans were quick to give their opinion on the documentary with one fan, writing on the review site Rotten Tomatoes: "An insight into the highs and lows of being part of one of the greatest rock bands of all time. A one to watch for all music fans." While another simply stated: "Such a good documentary ! 10/10." The 2016 documentary may not be the last, as there have been reports of a new film in the works documenting Oasis's long-awaited reunion. Although Liam Gallagher was quick to shut down the rumours. Back in October, the 52-year-old responded to a fan question on X, formerly known as Twitter about a possible new documentary, saying: "We're not doing 1 I'm not gonna be in it anyway I'm doing the gigs there's been enough said about this band it's time to get Rocking and Rolling not yapping and scrapping." However, it seems Oasis fans are still hopeful, with one fan replying to the rock legend: "You guys can make new memories now and then perhaps there can be a doc down the road."
