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Oasis fever grips Dublin before gigs as thousands of fans descend on city & legendary Irish band rumoured to hit stage
Noah Gallagher was spotted in a popular pub a day before the gigs
SHE'S ELECTRIC Oasis fever grips Dublin before gigs as thousands of fans descend on city & legendary Irish band rumoured to hit stage
THOUSANDS of Oasis fans have arrived in the bustling Irish capital for the sold-out gigs for the famous British pop stars.
Dublin city is filled to the brim with over 160,000 music fans across the country and beyond for the two sold-out gigs at Croke Park this weekend.
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Dublin city is in a frenzy due to the comeback of the Oasis
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Thousands of Oasis fans were seen across the capital
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Many establishments, including the Grand Social, were decorated for the Oasis mania
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This is the band's first gig outside of the United Kingdom during the world tour, and this is the first gig in Ireland since 2009 - nearly 16 years ago.
The Dublin leg of the reunion world tour holds a special meaning for once-fueding brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher, with their ties to Ireland through their Irish parents Peggy and Thomas.
And their parents are expected to attend this weekend's performances.
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The 90s duo kicked off their reunion world tour in early July, with 15 nights of performance in the United Kingdom, with live shows performed in Cardiff, Manchester, London and Edinburgh.
Ireland, excluding the United Kingdom, is the only country in Europe to be included in the reunion world tour, with the rest of the gigs in North America, South America, South Korea, Japan, and Australia.
And fans worldwide, especially Europe, have travelled to the bustling capital with stunning weather on the cards for the weekend, making it worth all the Irish luck for the year.
Leading up to the hours of the first gig, fans were seen across the capital and beyond, preparing and celebrating the comeback of the Oasis band after their extended hiatus.
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The Oasis Mania has hit many establishments across the capital, with many pubs, including The Grand Social, covered in Oasis posters and the iconic branding of the band.
The bar has tributes and DJs playing across the weekend, including the classic 'Roll With It', 'Sonnet' and Richard Ashcroft / The Verve Tribute Act during the day.
Oasis lights up Dublin sky
The venues were also seen full of music fans wearing jerseys and bucket hats with 'Oasis' on the front.
And the fans feeling left out of the Oasis Mania had the opportunity to buy the popular jerseys and bucket hats at many pop-up stalls that were spotted in hot spots, especially near Croke Park and Temple Bar.
The popular Italian restaurant Milano is even celebrating its iconic comeback by handing out limited-edition Milano-branded bucket hats for the punters attending the gigs.
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But that's not the only thing that the Oasis Mania caused; it even caused a spectacular drone show over Drumcondra and Croke Park, with crowds gathered up to view the sparkling lights dancing across the night sky.
Due to the influx of music fans in the small capital, extra trains are operating in Dublin to accommodate the event.
OSASIS BAND MEMBERS SIGHTINGS
During the midst of Oasis mania, the band were seen relaxing and having a craic in Dublin and beyond just days before the first gig.
The band guitarist Paul Arthurs, also known as Bonehead, Gem Archer and Joey Waronker, were spotted enjoying the sunshine by swimming in the sea and hanging out on the beach at Killiney Beach.
They also had the chance to visit the classic Dublin landmark, Poolbeg Chimneys.
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And there has been the first sighting of Noel Gallagher at the popular Brady's Clockhouse pub in Maynooth.
The singer-songwriter, 58, was all smiles as he enjoyed some Irish hospitality at Brady's Clockhouse pub in Maynooth.
And he ensured to stay hydrated in the Irish heat as he enjoyed a quiet Guinness with pals.
But as word got around that Gallagher was in town, crowds gathered outside the venue and Noel left shortly after, waving to supporters as he made his exit.
At the moment, Liam Gallagher has not been sighted in Dublin yet, but he is expected to make his first appearance on stage at Croke Park tonight, where he is set to perform to nearly 80,000 fans.
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STAGE TIMES
Doors open for the gig at Croke Park at 5pm and organisers are expecting huge crowds from early in the afternoon.
The first of Oasis' support acts, CAST - a fellow Brit-pop 90's band - will open their show at around 6pm.
Their set will swiftly be followed by The Verve's Richard Ashcroft, at 7pm, who will perform his band's hit, Bitter Sweet Symphony along with some of his solo tunes.
Then the main act of the evening, Oasis, will take to the stage for their first Irish gig in over 15 years at 8.15pm.
Organisers have put reminders that these are guide times and are subject to change.
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SET LIST FOR IRISH GIGS
Seeing as these two Irish nights are the 17th and 18th gigs of their reunion tour, it is fair to say we have a good idea of what the brothers will play.
Across the European leg of their tour they have seldom made changes to their set list.
In an electric moment for any hardcore Oasis fans, the pair will walk out to F***** in the bushes, which swiftly leads into;
1. Hello
2. Acquiesce
3. Morning Glory
4. Some Might Say
5. Bring It On Down
6. Cigarettes & Alcohol
7. Fade Away
8. Supersonic
9. Roll With It
10. Talk Tonight
11. Half the World Away
12. Little by Little
13. D'You Know What I Mean?
14. Stand by Me
15. Cast No Shadow
16. Slide Away
17. Whatever
18. Live Forever
19. Rock 'n' Roll Star
ENCORE
20. The Masterplan
21. Don't Look Back in Anger
22. Wonderwall
23. Champagne Supernova
The monster set list which covers the major tracks and fan favourites of the brothers discography clocks in at just over two hours - guaranteeing a fantastic evening of Oasis glory!
IRISH BAND RUMOURED TO APPEAR
A legendary Irish folk band are rumoured to be appearing alongside Oasis on the Croke Park stage this evening.
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The Wolfe Tones could be joining the pair at GAA HQ later today.
Brothers Noel and Liam were big fans of The Wolfe Tones growing up, crediting the rebel songs they sang as giving their own music an edge.
The expectation for the special guests was a rumour started by Liam himself, when he was asked late last year if he would like The Wolfe Tones to open for Oasis in Croke Park.
To which he replied: 'I'm up for it let's do it.'
And although they aren't officially listed on the band's stage times or as an opening act, fans were still holding out hope they could appear during Oasis' set.
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Yesterday, just after Noel was spotted out and about around Maynooth ahead of their gigs tonight, The Wolfe Tones reignited speculation they could join them on stage.
They took to X, writing: "Well lad, hope you're excited for Croker this weekend. Any idea what time our sound check is at? Welcome to the Emerald Isle."
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This is the first Oasis concert in Ireland since 2009
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Fans all over the world travelled to Dublin to see their reunion world tour
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First gig kicked off tonight
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