A monumental tribute to Oasis has taken centre stage at St David’s Cardiff, marking the countdown to the band’s much-anticipated reunion tour kickoff on July 4 and 5 at the Principality Stadium. This striking artwork, dubbed the "Wonder Wall," is a 16-foot-high and over 20-foot-wide portrait of the Gallagher brothers, crafted entirely from 3,000 black and white bucket hats, creating a visual spectacle that captures the essence of the Britpop legends in their prime.
The Wonder Wall was unveiled on June 28, 2025, in the upper level of St David’s Eastside dining quarter, commissioned by the shopping centre and brought to life by renowned Welsh artist Nathan Wyburn. The portrait took four days to complete and stands as a unique homage to Oasis, celebrating Cardiff’s role as the launch city for Oasis Live '25, the band’s first reunion tour in 16 years.
Helen Morgan, Centre Director at St David’s Cardiff, expressed the excitement surrounding the event: "We’re excited and honoured that our beloved Cardiff is home to the inaugural gig of the Oasis Live ‘25 reunion tour. We wanted to celebrate the city being the first place in the world where fans can see the reunion, so we commissioned our unique Wonder Wall portrait to pay homage to Noel and Liam and the upcoming epic international tour. Some might say it’s just a load of bucket hats, but we think it’s definitely, maybe, the best use of buckets hats ever." To mark the unveiling, St David’s hosted an all-day pre-gig party featuring a play-to-win Supersonic Spinner with Gallagher-grade giveaways, all set to an ultimate Oasis playlist.
Meanwhile, anticipation for the tour has been building not only through visual tributes but also in print. The Big Issue has released two special edition covers featuring Liam and Noel Gallagher, offering readers a choice between Team Liam and Team Noel. These editions celebrate Oasis’s cultural legacy with interviews, artwork, and photography spanning their career. Kevin Cummins, the photographer behind the cover images, shared his fondness for one particular session, saying, "If I was their mum I’d love that session. I’d say, ‘Oh, that’s a really lovely picture of you two.’" A limited run of 10 signed collector’s copies will be available through the Big Issue Shop, with proceeds supporting the magazine’s work to end poverty. Paul McNamee, UK editor of Big Issue, remarked, "These covers are a celebration of a band that defined a generation. Over the years Big Issue has been with them, as a band and solo." This revival of the iconic rock rivalry further fuels fan excitement ahead of the Cardiff shows.
With the tour just days away, practical updates for fans heading to the Principality Stadium have been circulating. The Oasis Live '25 tour officially begins on Friday, July 4, 2025, with two back-to-back shows in Cardiff on July 4 and 5. The tour will continue with dates across the UK, including Manchester, London, Edinburgh, and Dublin, before expanding internationally to cities such as Chicago, Mexico City, Tokyo, Melbourne, Sydney, and São Paulo.
One notable update revealed on June 27, 2025, is that the Principality Stadium’s retractable roof will be closed for the Oasis events. Fans speculated that the closed roof could enhance sound quality and prevent drone footage, with some expressing excitement about the acoustics. Liam Gallagher, ever the character, responded to fan queries about the roof on social media, joking, "It’ll be coming off either way." Meanwhile, the band also announced that a limited number of additional tickets might be released as final sight lines are checked and production is fine-tuned, with codes already being sent to select fans for last-minute sales.
Liam Gallagher has been actively engaging with fans in the lead-up to the shows. On June 28, 2025, he confirmed the first gig in Cardiff will start at 8:15 pm, urging fans not to be late with a cheeky warning: "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." Support acts Cast and Richard Ashcroft are scheduled to perform at 6:00 pm and 7:00 pm respectively. Liam’s banter continued as he responded to fans’ comments about the early start, 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."
The reunion tour marks a significant moment in music history, as Liam and Noel Gallagher set aside nearly two decades of rivalry. They famously split in August 2009, leaving fans longing for a reunion that seemed unlikely—until last year when the brothers patched up their differences and announced their comeback. Noel Gallagher reflected on the tour’s progress in an interview, sharing, "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 also humorously declined attending Glastonbury this year, citing the tour as his priority.
Despite the warmth of the reunion, Liam revealed some lingering sentiments about the band's past. When asked how it feels singing with his brother again, he said, "You know what it's spiritual, but I can't help think about all those wasted years, what a waste of PRECIOUS time." Yet, he remains hopeful about the future, teasing fans with, "Let's see how this tour goes and if we still love each other after it."
As the city of Cardiff prepares to welcome back one of its most iconic musical exports, the combination of the Wonder Wall tribute, special edition Big Issue covers, and the buzz around the Principality Stadium gigs encapsulates the excitement and nostalgia surrounding Oasis’s return. Fans from around the world are gearing up for what promises to be a historic and unforgettable tour, celebrating not just the music but the enduring legacy of the Gallagher brothers.
For those in Cardiff, the Wonder Wall remains on display at St David’s until after the gigs, offering a unique chance to experience this bucket hat masterpiece in person. Meanwhile, ticket holders are advised to stay alert for last-minute ticket releases and to arrive promptly for the shows, ensuring they don’t miss a moment of Oasis Live '25.
