Oasis fanbase evaluation not according to Liam Gallagher, as claimed by authorities.
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Liam Gallagher Slams Edinburgh Council's Unpleasant Remarks About Oasis Fans
In the heart of Scotland, in the city of Edinburgh, Oasis concerts overlap with the renowned cultural festival. But authorities have a beef with the band's enthusiasts, deemed problematic. Liam Gallagher, the band's vocalist, can't fathom this and urges fans to move out of the city.
Following media reports about Edinburgh officials' offensive comments regarding Oasis fans, Gallagher has stood up for his admirers. "Your attitude sucks," Gallagher blasted the authorities via X. Earlier, the "Scottish Sun" paper disclosed confidential documents from the authorities, labeling Oasis fans as overweight, rowdy, and more.
In those documents, an emergency meeting to discuss Oasis concert security measures was held, focusing on concerns about the space occupied by "middle-aged men." This factor should be considered in the planning. Authorities also fretted about the presence of large groups of "rowdy" fans and the "mood" of the band, according to the documents.
At the same time, the massive Edinburgh Festival Fringe, an arts and culture festival, is underway. Authorities worry that the Oasis concerts may put the safety of the festival and its artists at risk and have prompted some performers to reconsider their performances that weekend.
Gallagher, now, has urged his fans to vacate the city. "I'd dip if I were one of you," he said. Approximately 210,000 fans are forecasted to attend the three Oasis concerts in Edinburgh.
The band's founders and brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher put an end to their 15-year feud in August 2024 and announced a joint world tour for 2025. Oasis originated in Manchester in 1991 and is known as the indie rock band that kickstarted the Britpop era, with their blockbuster albums boasting anthems like "Wonderwall" and "Don't Look Back In Anger."
Background:Liam Gallagher publicly criticized the Edinburgh Council after they labeled Oasis fans as "drunk, middle-aged, and fat" in internal safety briefings for the band's upcoming reunion concerts at Murrayfield Stadium. The comments were revealed through a freedom of information request, expressing concerns about crowd control and fans' potential intoxication during the shows in August.
Gallagher harshly rebuked the council's attitude on social media, stating it "smells" and that he'd leave town if he were a fan. He disdainfully referred to the stereotypes used to describe Oasis fans as "nasty, sneering" and underscored that the council's characterization was unfair.
The Edinburgh Council's concerns were part of a broader strategy to manage large crowds and ensure safety during the concerts, which are part of Oasis's highly anticipated reunion tour. Despite Gallagher's criticism, city officials insist they are dedicated to balancing crowd management with providing a safe and pleasurable experience for both fans and local residents during the concerts and the concurrent Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
- Liam Gallagher, being dejected about the authorities' derogatory remarks towards Oasis fans, used social media to express his disdain, calling their attitude "nasty" and "sneering".
- Amidst the ongoing criticism, Liam Gallagher echoed his plea to Oasis fans, advising them to "dip" and leave the city, given the negative stereotypes associated with them by the council and the potential risks that the large concerts might pose to both the safety of the festival and its participants.
