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Irish Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Richard Ashcroft stuns fans by telling them he 'nearly joined Oasis'
Oasis have completed the majority of their historic UK and Ireland shows as part of the band's all-conquering reunion tour, sending crowds in Cardiff, Manchester, London, Edinburgh and Dublin supersonic. Gallagher brothers Liam and Noel appear to still be in good spirits, despite conflicting reports, with each embrace at the end of every gig lasting a little longer and even sharing a kiss or two in Ireland. Oasis' rejuvenated line-up features debutants Joey Waronker, on drums, and keyboardist Christian Madden alongside guitarists Gem Archer, Andy Bell and Paul 'Bonehead' Arthurs. Archer and Bell both joined Oasis in late 1999, replacing founding members Paul 'Guigsy' McGuigan and the aforementioned Bonehead, thereby combining the two line-ups for the reunion. Oasis played Croke Park on August 16 and 17. (Image: Philip Fitzpatrick) Support during the UK and Ireland leg of the show has featured 90s indie rockers Cast and Richard Ashcroft, of The Verve, both of whom have earned rave reviews themselves. Bittersweet Symphony writer Ashcroft has long been associated with the Gallaghers, even posing as Noel's muse for Cast No Shadow, which features in their two-hour setlist. The 53-year-old musician had supported Oasis several times during the band's first iteration and recently confessed that he came close to joining the band to replace Bonehead, almost creating a Britpop supergroup. "I' a way been there from almost the beginning," He told Vernon Kay in a BBC2 interview. "When Bonehead left the band, I happened to be in the studio. I came down with a guitar pretending like [I was in the band]. And I would have taken the job, to be honest." Bonehead departed Oasis in August 1999, a band he is often credited with forming under 'The Rain' moniker, citing a desire to spend more time with family. That same year, The Verve, off the back of their highly successful album, Urban Hymns, which features Bittersweet Symphony, Sonnet and The Drugs Don't Work, disbanded due to internal conflicts. So, the door was potentially open for Ashcroft to step in and contribute to a new-look Oasis just before the turn of the millennium. "I'd have been happy, I'd have been happy strumming along to those tunes," He admitted. "Big weight off my shoulders, just having a laugh. Our stories are bonded whether we like it or not." But, it was not to be, with Oasis eventually selecting Gem Archer, a member of the band Heavy Stereo, to replace Bonehead and going on to release Standing on the Shoulder of Giants in February 2000. The former Verve frontman Ashcroft would carve out a successful solo career, releasing the Alone with Everybody album on New Year's Day, 2000. The Verve would briefly get back together in 2007 before once again separating in 2009, the same year as Oasis' infamous split. Now, 16 years later, both are wowing crowds as part of the Oasis Live 25 tour, which Ashcroft says is "vindication" for Oasis, adding that the band "will live forever".
Extra.ie
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Who is Richard Ashcroft? Rock legend opening for Oasis, and the song you've definitely heard before
UK rock legend Richard Ashcroft is set to open for Oasis this weekend, as the band returns to Dublin for two huge gigs in Croke Park. The band will play in Ireland for the first time in 16 years, when they performed in Slane just two months before their explosive split in 2009. Of course, they won't be alone — with fellow Britpop legends Cast and Richard, who led The Verve, coming in tow as they open for the Gallagher brothers. Richard (bottom left) formed The Verve in 1990. Pic:Born in Wigan, Richard began writing music as a means of coping with the passing of his father when he was just eight years old. Attending Up Holland High School, Richard met Simon Jones, Peter Sailsbury and Simon Tong, with him meeting Nick McCabe at Winstanley College. In 1990, Richard, Nick, Simon and Peter came together to form The Verve — with the band enjoying three top five songs in their initial five-year run before splitting in 1995. They were joined by Simon Tong in their first reunion in 1997, right around the time Oasis released their third album, Be Here Now — with The Verve also releasing their third album, Urban Hymns, around the same time. Where they gave us… One of the most famous Britpop songs ever, and definitely the most well-known song not released by a band named Oasis or Blur, Bitter Sweet Symphony is arguably the anthem of the 1990s UK. And yet, it only reached number two on the charts at the time. The music video is almost as iconic as the track, which saw Richard walking through a busy London pavement in a cool 'I don't care what's going on' way — although the song wasn't without controversy, as Allen Klein, who held the copyright to The Last Time by the Rolling Stones (the original song) wouldn't clear the sample to be used in The Verve's song. From there, the copyright was given to Klein for over two decades, with the rights for the song being returned to Richard and The Verve in 2019. Richard is opening for Oasis on their reunion tour, which comes to Ireland this weekend. Pic: C Brandon/Redferns The band would reunite and break up several times over the years, splitting for the last time in 2009 (coincidence? Probably). But unlike Liam and Noel, the Verve's split seems more permanent. But after Liam and Noel (finally) kissed and made up last year, who knows? Maybe people will be looking for a reunion of The Verve — with the leading man ready to give his bitter-sweet symphony to over 82,000 fans on Saturday and Sunday night. As for the main event, Oasis have confirmed who's coming on when this weekend for the people who were lucky enough to nab tickets.
Leader Live
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
More Oasis tickets to be released before UK tour, band says
The '90s giants announced they would be reuniting for a run of stadium shows in 2025 late last year. Fans scrambled to get tickets for the Live '25 tour, which will be the first time since 2009 that brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher will reunite on stage as Oasis. With thousands of fans left disappointed by not getting tickets, Oasis has now revealed that more may be sold. A post shared by Oasis (@oasis) A statement shared on social media by the band reads: "As the shows are getting closer, Oasis promoters may be able to release a very limited number of additional tickets for sale once final sight lines are checked and the production is fine-tuned. "These final production releases will happen over the coming days. "If you are an Oasismynet member, keep an eye on your inbox for an email from your regular Oasismynet or Ticketmaster correspondence address. "Please double-check the email is from the correct account before following links or sharing any purchase information." An email from Oasis, shared by a fan, reads: "A limited amount of production release tickets have been made available for Oasis Live 25 in Cardiff, Manchester and Edinburgh. "You have been selected to receive a code for a limited ticket release taking place tomorrow, Thursday 26th June, at 8am BST. "You have been selected as you were identified as a loyal fan who does not already have tickets for any Oasis Live '25 date." It reveals that codes have a ticket limit of four and are only valid for 24 hours. Thousands of fans spent hours online last year in the hope of securing tickets to see the Oasis reunion shows. Limited tickets have been appearing on Ticketmaster or Twickets, and continue to do so. Fans have been previously warned that these two sites are the only place to buy resale tickets. Noel and Liam Gallagher announced last year they had put their acrimonious split behind them, confirming Oasis' long-awaited reunion after 15 years. Making the announcement, the brothers said: 'The guns have fallen silent. The stars have aligned. The great wait is over. Come see. It will not be televised." Oasis will be bringing its Live '25 tour to venues across the UK during July, August and September, including in Cardiff, Edinburgh, Manchester and London. A post shared by Oasis (@oasis) The tour begins on July 4 in Cardiff, with the full list of dates as follows: Oasis will also perform two shows at Croke Park in Dublin on August 16 and 17, while also taking their tour overseas to the likes of Australia, Canada and the US. Recommended reading: How to buy last-minute Oasis tickets for sold out gigs as band issues warning Oasis Live '25 tour: When it starts, setlist and how to get last-minute tickets Oasis reunite in new Adidas Originals advert ahead of tour Britpop favourites Cast and The Verve frontman Richard Ashcroft will be supporting Oasis at all their UK and Ireland dates on Live '25. The Verve's 1997 album Urban Hymns has spent 162 weeks on the Official Albums Chart, with smash hit singles Bitter Sweet Symphony and The Drugs Don't Work featured. Both acts are stalwarts of the British Indie and Britpop scene from the '90s.
North Wales Chronicle
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- North Wales Chronicle
More Oasis tickets to be released before UK tour, band says
The '90s giants announced they would be reuniting for a run of stadium shows in 2025 late last year. Fans scrambled to get tickets for the Live '25 tour, which will be the first time since 2009 that brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher will reunite on stage as Oasis. With thousands of fans left disappointed by not getting tickets, Oasis has now revealed that more may be sold. A post shared by Oasis (@oasis) A statement shared on social media by the band reads: "As the shows are getting closer, Oasis promoters may be able to release a very limited number of additional tickets for sale once final sight lines are checked and the production is fine-tuned. "These final production releases will happen over the coming days. "If you are an Oasismynet member, keep an eye on your inbox for an email from your regular Oasismynet or Ticketmaster correspondence address. "Please double-check the email is from the correct account before following links or sharing any purchase information." An email from Oasis, shared by a fan, reads: "A limited amount of production release tickets have been made available for Oasis Live 25 in Cardiff, Manchester and Edinburgh. "You have been selected to receive a code for a limited ticket release taking place tomorrow, Thursday 26th June, at 8am BST. "You have been selected as you were identified as a loyal fan who does not already have tickets for any Oasis Live '25 date." It reveals that codes have a ticket limit of four and are only valid for 24 hours. Thousands of fans spent hours online last year in the hope of securing tickets to see the Oasis reunion shows. Limited tickets have been appearing on Ticketmaster or Twickets, and continue to do so. Fans have been previously warned that these two sites are the only place to buy resale tickets. Noel and Liam Gallagher announced last year they had put their acrimonious split behind them, confirming Oasis' long-awaited reunion after 15 years. Making the announcement, the brothers said: 'The guns have fallen silent. The stars have aligned. The great wait is over. Come see. It will not be televised." Oasis will be bringing its Live '25 tour to venues across the UK during July, August and September, including in Cardiff, Edinburgh, Manchester and London. A post shared by Oasis (@oasis) The tour begins on July 4 in Cardiff, with the full list of dates as follows: Oasis will also perform two shows at Croke Park in Dublin on August 16 and 17, while also taking their tour overseas to the likes of Australia, Canada and the US. Recommended reading: How to buy last-minute Oasis tickets for sold out gigs as band issues warning Oasis Live '25 tour: When it starts, setlist and how to get last-minute tickets Oasis reunite in new Adidas Originals advert ahead of tour Britpop favourites Cast and The Verve frontman Richard Ashcroft will be supporting Oasis at all their UK and Ireland dates on Live '25. The Verve's 1997 album Urban Hymns has spent 162 weeks on the Official Albums Chart, with smash hit singles Bitter Sweet Symphony and The Drugs Don't Work featured. Both acts are stalwarts of the British Indie and Britpop scene from the '90s.
Rhyl Journal
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
More Oasis tickets to be released before UK tour, band says
The '90s giants announced they would be reuniting for a run of stadium shows in 2025 late last year. Fans scrambled to get tickets for the Live '25 tour, which will be the first time since 2009 that brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher will reunite on stage as Oasis. With thousands of fans left disappointed by not getting tickets, Oasis has now revealed that more may be sold. A post shared by Oasis (@oasis) A statement shared on social media by the band reads: "As the shows are getting closer, Oasis promoters may be able to release a very limited number of additional tickets for sale once final sight lines are checked and the production is fine-tuned. "These final production releases will happen over the coming days. "If you are an Oasismynet member, keep an eye on your inbox for an email from your regular Oasismynet or Ticketmaster correspondence address. "Please double-check the email is from the correct account before following links or sharing any purchase information." An email from Oasis, shared by a fan, reads: "A limited amount of production release tickets have been made available for Oasis Live 25 in Cardiff, Manchester and Edinburgh. "You have been selected to receive a code for a limited ticket release taking place tomorrow, Thursday 26th June, at 8am BST. "You have been selected as you were identified as a loyal fan who does not already have tickets for any Oasis Live '25 date." It reveals that codes have a ticket limit of four and are only valid for 24 hours. Thousands of fans spent hours online last year in the hope of securing tickets to see the Oasis reunion shows. Limited tickets have been appearing on Ticketmaster or Twickets, and continue to do so. Fans have been previously warned that these two sites are the only place to buy resale tickets. Noel and Liam Gallagher announced last year they had put their acrimonious split behind them, confirming Oasis' long-awaited reunion after 15 years. Making the announcement, the brothers said: 'The guns have fallen silent. The stars have aligned. The great wait is over. Come see. It will not be televised." Oasis will be bringing its Live '25 tour to venues across the UK during July, August and September, including in Cardiff, Edinburgh, Manchester and London. A post shared by Oasis (@oasis) The tour begins on July 4 in Cardiff, with the full list of dates as follows: Oasis will also perform two shows at Croke Park in Dublin on August 16 and 17, while also taking their tour overseas to the likes of Australia, Canada and the US. Recommended reading: How to buy last-minute Oasis tickets for sold out gigs as band issues warning Oasis Live '25 tour: When it starts, setlist and how to get last-minute tickets Oasis reunite in new Adidas Originals advert ahead of tour Britpop favourites Cast and The Verve frontman Richard Ashcroft will be supporting Oasis at all their UK and Ireland dates on Live '25. The Verve's 1997 album Urban Hymns has spent 162 weeks on the Official Albums Chart, with smash hit singles Bitter Sweet Symphony and The Drugs Don't Work featured. Both acts are stalwarts of the British Indie and Britpop scene from the '90s.
