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Yahoo
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Oasis tribute act more than DOUBLE their fees since band's reunion
An Oasis tribute act say they have almost quadrupled the price of their gigs since the band announced their reunion. Joe Birchley, who performs as Liam Gallagher in their act Supernova, says that he's been playing four gigs a week since the announcement, compared to their previous three a month. The 42-year-old has gone from charging pubs around £850 per performance to playing in football stadiums and in theatre halls. READ MORE: 5 games released in 2025 guaranteed to take you back to the good old days of gaming READ MORE: 5 retro RPGs you can play right now guaranteed to make you feel like a kid again - you won't have heard of one of them Joe and bandmate, Ben Armstrong, 40, who acts as Noel, now charge up to £3,500. 'The band was already on the up, but when Oasis announced the reunion, there was a massive outcry,' Joe, from Newport, Shropshire, told What's The Jam. 'I always knew a reunion would happen. It was just a matter of when - but it's driven the price up. "Our pricing does fluctuate massively depending on the event and venues. The market was saturated with tributes, but we wanted to be the ultimate. 'We started doing one or two gigs a month at local pubs, and we were charging from £800. Now, we're doing bigger and better venues." The band say they now perform at festivals and football stadiums, charging £2,000 on average but netting as much as £3,500 from a single performance. 'Every gig we do turns into four or five more gigs - and our calendar is so full we're filling up 2026 and 2027," Joe continued. 'It's changed the way our weekends work, so there are pros and cons. 'After the announcement, it was chaos, and we were taking eight bookings a day. We had to start turning bookings down because it's a labour of energy.' The Oasis superfans formed the band in 2020 after being introduced by a mutual friend and had their first gig in October 2021. Joe said: 'We've always been Oasis fans. There's a lot of tribute acts, but we set out to be the ultimate and to get the sound and energy completely right. He ditched his job in recruitment to dedicate his time to playing Liam. He now works part-time as a carpenter to keep him busy on his days off from the band, while band-mate Ben still has a full-time job as an education manager. Joe said: 'I could give up carpentry and do the band full time, but it's something to do in the week while recovering from the weekend's exploits. 'When Oasis announced the reunion, I did have to shelve carpentry for a month. 'Performing is very tiring, and there's a lot of travel. We can do two gigs a day that are a 380-mile round trip. It's intense. Joe is convinced that Supernova will continue even after the Oasis reunion hype has died down, as their fan base is getting younger. He added: 'Guitar music has been put back in the forefront of the media, so hopefully we'll see some more young guitar bands and bring that music back. 'We've noticed the crowds are getting younger - that's a sign it could last.
The Sun
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Ridiculous price of hotel and Airbnb accommodation near Oasis gigs revealed
FANS heading to Oasis gigs this summer might need deep pockets - not just for tickets, but for somewhere to stay. Airbnb costs near the band's tour stops have soared, with Manchester and Edinburgh seeing the worst price hikes, according to ticket comparison site SeatPick. 1 For the Manchester shows on July 19 and 20, Airbnb rates are an eye-watering 370.7% higher than normal. A one-night stay during the gigs averages £467.28, compared to just £99.28 the following week. On July 19, the cost jumps even further to £558.52 - a staggering 401.7% increase. Edinburgh isn't far behind. Fans attending gigs on August 8, 9 and 12 will pay an average of £685.77 for a night, up 29.7% from the usual £528.67. The priciest date overall is August 8, with rates hitting £724.92 for a single night. SeatPick analysed Airbnb listings for two guests looking for an 'entire home' in the city centre, comparing prices on the tour date to those from the week before and after. London fares much better, with minimal price hikes. For shows on July 25, 26 and 30, and August 2 and 3, Airbnb rates rise just 2.8% on average. In fact, there's even a slight drop in costs for the July 30 gig, with stays averaging £159.57 compared to £163.72 the week before. Oasis launch shock football club partnership despite Liam and Noel Gallagher's dying love for Man City It's not just Airbnb prices soaring - The Sun can reveal that hotels are ramping up their rates during the tour as well. Manchester's Prestwich Premier Inn near Heaton Park is charging £349 for a night during the July 19 show but drops to £154 the following week. In Edinburgh, a night at the City Centre Premier Inn costs £349 for the August 8 gig, compared to £309 the week after. Meanwhile, London's Wembley Premier Inn charges £381 for the night of the July 25 show but plummets to just £78 the following week. The Gallagher brothers made a triumphant return at the Principality stadium in Cardiff on July 4 after 15 years of feuding. Fans were delighted by the comeback - but not so much by how much they had to pay for a drink. Shocking pictures from inside the Cardiff stadium earlier this month revealed pint prices had climbed to a huge £8.20. Pints of Heineken, Strongbow, Dark Fruits and Murphy's were all priced at this level, while half-pints were £4.10. Even the no-alcohol Heineken 0.0 was £5.20 for a pint. Merchandise prices for Oasis at Manchester's Heaton Park Adidas track jacket - £90 Adidas football shirt - £85 What's the Story blue tone hoodie - £70 Spray Live '25 hoodie - £70 Adidas Live '25 t-shirt - £55 Decca navy gold logo long sleeve - £50 Oasis sweatshirt - £50 Adidas 3 stripes t-shirt scarlet royal - £45 Collage photo Live '25 world tour T-shirt - £40 Oasis Live '25 world tour T-shirt - £40 Wonderwall Live '25 world tour T-shirt - £40 Detroit bus photo T-shirt - £40 Live '25 world tour T-shirt - £40 Live '25 gold T-shirt - £40 Elliptical tour t-shirt - 40 Manchester event T-shirt - £40 Paper cut out photo T-shirt - £40 Manchester poster print - £40 Decca logo reversible bucket hat - £35 Live '25 logo reversible bucket hat - £35 Live '25 football scarf - £25 Half Faces Live '25 world tour poster - £20 Wonderwall Live '25 world tour poster - £20 Live '25 four pin badges set - £15 Live '25 tour lanyard - £15 Live '25 mac ball - £10 Live '25 tour programme - £20 Logo Live '25 tote bag - £20 Live '25 repeat fabric green keyring - £10 Oasis fans are expected to spend over £1billion across the 17-date UK tour. The average fan is expected to spend £766 on tickets, travel, accommodation, and merchandise, according to Barclays. The tour, tipped to be the most profitable in UK history, will see 1.4million gig-goers attend shows nationwide, boosting local business sales. Fans have embraced 90s nostalgia, turning up in bucket hats, parkas, and Oasis-themed outfits. But merchandise prices have sparked anger online, with fans calling them a "cash cow". Items like a £10 keyring, £85 Adidas football shirt, and £70 hoodie were among the priciest at the Cardiff venue. When tickets went on sale last summer, fans queued on Ticketmaster for up to 12 hours. Ticketmaster is now facing legal action for charging £350 for seats worth £150, misleading fans during the sale. Twickets and Ticketmaster's resale site are still selling a limited number of tickets at their original price, plus fees. Last month, the Home Office warned gig-goers that £1.6million was lost to ticket fraud in 2024.
The Sun
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Brits reveal the 10 worst times to get hungry including being stuck in traffic and travelling home from a night out
MORE than half of Brits frequently suffer from 'h-anger' – with waiting in long queues for events like gigs, sitting in traffic, and in work meetings among the top moments it strikes. A poll of 2,000 adults revealed other common moments they're struck by it include when delayed on trains, the journey home from a night out and on a long bus or coach journey. 2 Two bouts of h-angriness were experienced per week, with 34 per cent not realising until it was too late. And 31 per cent admitted it leaves them struggling to enjoy things as much. The research was commissioned by Dolmio, which set up a pop-up food truck in one of the UK's major cities to serve pasta with its latest Intensify sauce to hungry gig-goers this weekend. With fans queuing for hours to witness the return of one of Britain's most iconic acts, this made sure no one had to 'look back in hanger' during one of the biggest music events of the year. For those who have struggled to enjoy an experience as a result of hanger, 67 per cent simply can't focus on the moment and 45 per cent get put off joining in with anything like a picture or dancing. Three in 10 have experienced hanger during a live event such as a gig, with 88 per cent believing long queues to get into arenas are major contributing factors. It also emerged pasta, chips and sandwiches were seen as the quick meals that can help avoid hanger ahead of an outing. Of those struck by hangriness, 34 per cent admitted other people noticed when it had arrived. With some of the top symptoms including irritability, difficulty concentrating and a short temper according to the OnePoll data. And 34 per cent said they're terrible at planning ahead when it comes to avoiding a bout of hanger. While 46 per cent wish they had inspiration for quick meals to whip up to avoid such spells before heading out. Hana Hutchinson, European brand director at Mars, said: 'Hanger happens to the best of us – me included. 'But when we saw how it's impacting peoples' experiences, particularly at live events, we had to put a stop to it for the return of the Gallaghers. 'This was the perfect reminder that quick and tasty meals are only a jar away, no matter what you've got on.' Top 10 places Brits' experience 'hanger' 1. Sitting in traffic 2. Work meetings 3. Long queues for events such as gigs and festivals 4. Delays on a train 5. On the way home from a night out 6. When on a long bus or coach journey 7. On a long flight 8. A busy tourist location 9. At the airport 10. Waiting for an appointment at the doctors 2
Irish Times
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Times
Trinity Summer Series 2025: Simple Minds, Weezer, Rag'n'Bone Man, Amble and Marti Pellow
The Trinity Summer Series is in full swing this week with a string of gigs taking over the college. Thousands of people will descend on the Trinity College campus to attend the run of gigs, which has been in place since 2017. Read on to prepare yourself for the events. Who is playing? Tuesday, July 1st: Simple Minds with support from KT Tunstall Wednesday, July 2nd: Weezer with support from Teen Mortgage Thursday, July 3rd: Rag'n'Bone Man with support from Simple Things Saturday, July 5th: Amble with support from David Keenan Sunday, July 6th: Marti Pellow with support from Wallis Bird What time should I arrive? Gates open at 7pm, with the show starting at 7.30pm. Organisers aim to avoid queues outside the venue, so attendees should arrive 30 minutes before the show starts. Remember to give yourself an extra two hours of travel time, as delays around traffic and entry are inevitable. How do I get to and from the gig? Trinity College Dublin is located at College Green, in the middle of the city. You can enter the campus at the Lincoln Place, on Nassau Street/Westland Row; or via the Science Gallery gate, on Westland Row/Pearse Street. READ MORE As traffic is guaranteed, you are advised to walk, cycle or use public transport to get to the venue. Fortunately, the campus is highly accessible given its location. Travel by bus: Dublin Bus offer a wide range of routes that service TCD. The 11, 37, 38 (A/D), 39(A) and 70 buses all stop at Nassau Street, which is a five-minute walk from the entrance. You can plan your journey with Transport for Ireland here . Travel by Dart: The nearest Dart station to TCD is Pearse Street, which is just over a 10-minute walk from the site entrance. The latest trains should be leaving Pearse Street around 11.30pm on the night. Travel by Luas: The Luas green line stops at Dawson Street both northbound and southbound, which is only a five-minute walk from the TCD entry. The northbound Luas also stops at Trinity directly. Travel by car: There is no public parking in place for the Trinity Summer Series, and organisers advise attendees not to park illegally or in residential areas. If you must drive to the gig, utilise one of the city centre car parks and look to book a space in advance. Are there any tickets left? Tickets for the full list of concerts are available to purchase on Ticketmaster here . Several gigs are already sold out, but it is worth checking the site for resale tickets in case you get lucky. There is a box office at the concert entrance. Remember to download your tickets to your phone as there may be internet or connectivity issues at the venue, and with Ticketmaster's live barcodes, screenshots may not work on the day. What is security like? The events are strictly over-18s. Bring an official form of identification with you: a passport, Garda age card or driver's licence. Security checks will be in operation, and everyone will be subject to a search. You are advised not to bring large bags/backpacks, as you may experience delays or be refused entry. Flag poles, glass or cans, umbrellas, alcohol, e-scooters/e-bikes, flares, professional cameras and audio recording equipment will not be permitted. What does the weather look like? According to Met Éireann, isolated patches of drizzle and mist will slowly brighten up on Tuesday afternoon as sunny spells develop and drizzle clears. Highest temperatures will be 17-18 degrees. Wednesday will bring spells of sunshine and scattered showers which will become more isolated in the evening. Highest temperatures of 17-19 degrees are expected. Trinity is a standing, outdoor venue, so consider wearing boots or runners.
Washington Post
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Washington Post
Asking Eric: Retiree feels obligated to always go see friends' new band
Dear Eric: Since retiring, some friends have put together a band. I went to one of their gigs a couple years ago, and recently a practice session. They would clearly like me to go to more, or all, of their gigs. The gigs are typically at night, an hour from where I live. I am a morning person. After years of commuting, I am happy to drive as little as possible. I enjoy being with a friend or two but put me in a room full of people and I am ready to go home. Many of the activities I enjoy are solitary, and I cannot remember ever asking anyone to come out and support anything I do.
