After years of anticipation and endless speculation, Oasis is finally set to take the stage again as the iconic Britpop band launches its highly anticipated Live '25 reunion tour. Marking the first time in 16 years that brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher will perform together, the tour kicks off on July 4, 2025, at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium, igniting excitement among fans across the UK and beyond.
Liam Gallagher, the band’s charismatic frontman, recently took to X (formerly Twitter) to reveal the exact stage time for that opening night. "OASIS on stage 8.15pm Cardiff don’t be late or we’ll start without you and you don’t want that now do ya see ya there LG x," he posted on June 28, 2025, playfully urging fans to be punctual. Support acts Cast and Richard Ashcroft are scheduled to perform earlier at 7:00 pm, setting the stage for what promises to be a memorable evening. Liam’s cheeky banter continued as he responded to fans about the early start time, joking, "I think it’s late if it was up to me we’d be having it at 5am. Don’t blame me I do the singing and scowling." However, when asked if the same start time would apply to the Edinburgh shows, Liam expressed his frustration, clarifying, "I’m not doing this every f***ing gig I’m not the TM," highlighting the pressures of managing tour details himself.
The Live '25 tour represents a monumental moment for Oasis fans, as it reunites the legendary Manchester band for a series of stadium shows across the UK and Ireland before embarking on a global journey. The UK leg includes multiple dates at London’s Wembley Stadium, Heaton Park in Manchester, Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh, and Croke Park in Dublin. Following this, the tour will extend internationally with stops in North America, Asia, Australia, and South America, culminating in São Paulo on November 23, 2025.
Oasis’s reunion announcement in August 2024 stunned the music world. After a bitter split in 2009, fueled by years of sibling rivalry and public spats, the Gallagher brothers’ decision to reconcile and reunite was met with overwhelming enthusiasm. The demand for tickets was unprecedented — an estimated 14 million people attempted to purchase UK show tickets when they went on sale, crashing ticketing websites and leaving many fans disappointed. The North American leg also sold out rapidly, with seats vanishing within an hour. Live Nation CEO Michael Rapino dubbed it "the biggest on-sale in history."
With over one million tickets released worldwide, official sales are nearly sold out, but fans still have hope. Oasis promoters have indicated that a limited number of additional tickets will be released soon as final production details are fine-tuned. The band’s official Instagram account urged fans to watch for emails from Oasismynet or Ticketmaster about these upcoming production releases, cautioning against fraudulent sellers. While Twickets remains the official resale partner, its inventory is depleted, pushing fans to alternative resale platforms such as viagogo and StubHub, where ticket prices vary significantly. Notably, Cardiff offers the most affordable resale tickets, with prices starting at £184 for the July 5 show, while Edinburgh and London’s Wembley Stadium command higher prices, reflecting the intense demand.
The tour’s setlist has been a hot topic among fans, with Liam confirming several classic tracks on X. He has mentioned that songs from the seminal album (What’s the Story) Morning Glory? such as "Hello" and "Round Are Way," along with "Go Let It Out" from their 2000 album Standing On The Shoulder of Giants, will feature prominently. Other anticipated hits include "Lyla," "The Hindu Times," "Stand By Me," "She’s Electric," "Don’t Look Back in Anger," "Live Forever," and "Rock N Roll Star." Liam was quick to dismiss a rumored setlist circulating on social media as "fake," ensuring fans that the band will deliver an authentic and electrifying performance.
Supporting acts for the UK and Ireland dates are Britpop stalwarts Cast and Richard Ashcroft of The Verve, whose 1997 album Urban Hymns remains a classic with hits like "Bitter Sweet Symphony." For the North American and Mexican legs, indie rockers Cage The Elephant will open, while Australian band Ball Park Music will support the shows Down Under. Cast will also join Oasis for select US dates in California and New Jersey.
Behind the scenes, the band has been hard at work preparing for this massive undertaking. Noel Gallagher shared that rehearsals wrapped up on June 24, 2025, and the group is feeling confident. "We finished rehearsing last Tuesday. We've got a few days off now and it's sounding huge, so we're all, well this is it, there's no going back now. It's good," he told reporters. When asked about Glastonbury Festival, Noel joked that he would "sit it out this year as I've got something going on next weekend," referring to the tour's opening weekend.
Despite the excitement, the reunion is not without its tensions. Liam recently reflected on the years lost to feud and estrangement, telling a fan, "You know what it's spiritual, but I can't help think about all those wasted years, what a waste of PRECIOUS time." He also hinted that the future of Oasis beyond this tour depends on how well the brothers get along on the road, teasing, "Let's see how this tour goes and if we still love each other after it." Fans are hopeful that this time, the Gallagher brothers can maintain their fragile truce and bring Oasis back to its former glory.
The band’s legacy remains undeniable. Oasis’s music has transcended generations and borders, with "Wonderwall" alone boasting over 2.3 billion streams on Spotify, making it the third-most played song from the 1990s. Their catalog, spanning seven albums from 1994 to 2008, has produced timeless anthems that continue to resonate worldwide. While their past was marked by tumultuous tours and infamous backstage incidents, the Live '25 tour offers a chance to celebrate the enduring power of their music and the reconciliation of two of rock’s most famous siblings.
As the countdown to July 4 continues, fans around the globe are gearing up for what promises to be a historic series of performances. With stadiums filled to capacity and the world watching, Oasis is ready to remind everyone why they remain one of the most beloved and influential bands of their era.
