Liam Gallagher gets cranky, smug and rude with Oasis fans complaining about ticket prices

As a lifelong fan and connoisseur of rock ‘n’ roll, I must say that the return of Oasis has me feeling a mix of nostalgia and frustration. On one hand, I can’t help but feel excited at the prospect of seeing Liam and Noel Gallagher back on stage together again, creating the magic that only they can. But on the other, I find myself disheartened by the way their fans are being treated, particularly with regards to these exorbitant ticket prices.

The band Oasis has returned, and they seem unchanged, as demonstrated by lead singer Liam Gallagher engaging in some lively debates on social media last Friday.

The OASIS is returning, and it’s great to see them! I hear their attitude remains as strong as ever, which is comforting to know that some things never change,” he wrote on X (previously known as Twitter) following several days of impersonal posts about the reunited group’s upcoming tour.

Fans leaped with excitement upon spotting their favorite artist gripping the steering wheel, but some were eager to debate the turmoil that clouded their ticket-purchasing process. The BBC stated that because of Ticketmaster’s dynamic pricing policy based in Beverly Hills, prices skyrocketed to as much as £350 per ticket – a significant £200 increase over the initially advertised cost.

In simpler terms, this is roughly $465 per ticket, which is over twice the initial advertised price of around $175. Due to an overwhelming response, three extra shows were scheduled. These tickets were exclusively offered to fans who previously attempted to buy them but were unsuccessful during the initial rush. The band had split 15 years ago under difficult circumstances, but they’ve since reunited following turbulent years of coexistence.

The fan posted, ‘I didn’t think they would remove so many fans; it’s really disappointing.’ In response, Gallagher simply said, ‘Be quiet.’ The fan countered, ‘It’s actually surprising,’ but unfortunately, the connection was lost.

To a fan inquiring about extra tickets, the performer responded with a touch of arrogance, saying, “I’ve got plenty, but they’re quite pricey, costing around 100 thousand pounds each.” He dismissed another follower’s demand for a free concert as “rather foolish.

Gallagher jokingly said, ‘I swear, I was just kidding! As I previously mentioned, we’ll definitely reunite someday,’ in response to a fan asking about his current mood.

Over the weekend’s Ticketmaster issues, Oasis took a more cautious stance, explaining in a statement to the BBC that despite previous discussions with promoters, Ticketmaster, and their management leading to a promising ticket sales strategy designed for a fair fan experience (which included dynamic pricing to keep general ticket costs low and minimize scalping), the implementation of this plan fell short of expectations.

Everyone involved put in their maximum effort to create an outstanding fan experience, however, the unexpectedly high interest made it impossible for us to fully meet that standard.

On Tuesday, UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy indicated that she intends to address concerns related to transparent pricing practices and queueing technologies that encourage dynamic pricing during a future parliamentary discussion on strengthening consumer protection regulations for ticket resales.

Following the exciting announcement about Oasis reuniting, it’s disheartening to notice exorbitant prices that keep regular fans from experiencing their beloved group in concert, as Nandy expressed in her statement.

In the U.S., Live Nation and Ticketmaster are facing increasing antitrust investigation. Back in May, the Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against them with the aim of splitting the company, arguing that the merged entity has been engaging in monopolistic behaviors.

Currently in Europe, Oasis has signed up for 17 shows. Their destinations include Cardiff, Manchester, London, Edinburgh, and Dublin next summer, with five performances at Wembley Stadium. There’s a possibility of a more extensive tour, but it hasn’t been confirmed yet. The band’s website hints that “OASIS LIVE ’25” may visit other continents outside Europe towards the end of next year.

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2024-09-07 14:22