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The best reunion ever? Definitely (not maybe!) Liam and Noel had swagger, edge and attitude… simply electric

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On a number of big video displays, snippets from early news articles about the Oasis reunion played along with some previously recorded music. Then, the iconic opening notes of “Hello” from 1995 filled the air… and there they were: the notoriously volatile Liam and Noel Gallagher, taking the stage together once more as part of Oasis for the first time in 16 years.

Under a closed roof for the evening, with faint rays of sunlight emerging from its four quadrants, the roar of 74,500 spectators was thunderous. Personally, I can attest that numerous plastic beer cups were flung skyward during that moment of excitement.

The beginning was thrilling, kick-started by “Hello” and the beloved song “Acquiesce”. The lyrics express, ‘We need each other, we trust in one another.’ It also suggests, ‘I am certain that we will discover what lies dormant within our hearts.’

Following all the excitement, arguments, and uproar about Ticketmaster’s dynamic pricing strategy, the long-awaited reunion tour officially began in Cardiff, marking the start of two sold-out evenings in the Welsh capital.

It doesn’t seem that any fruits from the bowl had been hurled against a dressing room wall prior to this incident, which is said to have occurred during a heated argument between Liam and Noel in 2009.

In 2009’s V Festival held in Staffordshire, Liam, a highly charming singer known for his time, and guitarist Noel last performed together on the same stage when Oasis concluded their set by playing a cover of The Beatles’ I Am The Walrus.

Over the past 16 years, traditional guitar bands have lost their popularity, with chart-toppers now often being solo artists who appeal to TikTok audiences or dynamic young female singers writing their own songs.

However, the unexpectedly high interest in the 19 British and Irish concerts demonstrated that there remains a massive craving for a rock and roll group with confidence, grit, personality, and outstanding music – and the Oasis Live ’25 tour matches this description perfectly.

In the heart of the city, the streets were previously filled with activity, as pubs teemed with enthusiastic sports fans donning bucket hats and Oasis merchandise, particularly those supporting Manchester City, represented by their sky-blue attire.

On Quay Street, a street performer serenaded listeners with Slide Away and Don’t Look Back In Anger under the sunlight. Inside the stadium, following an impressive opening act by ex-lead singer of The Verve, Richard Ashcroft, a DJ prepared the audience for more music with popular Oasis-inspired tracks like A Town Called Malice by The Jam and Tomorrow Never Knows by The Beatles.

However, as the massive Oasis soundwave from the stage amplified significantly, it was evident that Liam and Noel Gallagher were joined by Paul ‘Bonehead’ Arthurs, Gem Archer, Andy Bell (originally from Cardiff), and American drummer Joey Waronker. Remarkably, despite being a newcomer to the band, Waronker delivered the Oasis beats flawlessly and powerfully with skill and finesse.

Instead, let me rephrase that for you: Two popular songs, Morning Glory and Some Might Say, were played next. Liam, usually quiet during performances, donned a parka and encouraged the audience to link arms, turn their backs towards the band, and perform ‘the Poznan’, a spirited dance originating from Polish football, which is often performed by fans of Manchester City.

He enquired, “Is anyone from the area of Manchester known as Burnage?” This is a nod to the part of the city where the Gallagher brothers originated.

As an overly enthusiastic fan, I found myself standing next to Noel, sporting a blue denim shirt, slightly off to his brother’s left. The music was electrifying, each hit more exhilarating than the last. Liam’s voice soared on Supersonic and Roll With It, hitting every note perfectly. The crowd erupted with cheers as the screens behind them displayed vibrant pop-art visuals that perfectly complemented the rhythm of “Roll With It.

Noel expressed his gratitude, then moved forward to perform solo on a small selection of songs, featuring ‘Talk Tonight,’ a less common B-side from 1995, as well as ‘Half The World Away,’ the touching theme song for the BBC sitcom The Royle Family.

It provided a momentary respite for all, after which the pace picked up once more, with Noel crooning “Little By Little” again.

In their prime, Oasis served as a source of national morale boosting. With the Gallagher brothers setting aside their disagreements, these unexpected cultural icons could potentially lift spirits once more.

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2025-07-05 01:06

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