Oasis, the Britpop band that's been absent for 16 years, resumes its world tour with a show in Wales. - Oasis, the renowned British pop band absent for 16 years, resumes globe-trotting with a performance scheduled in Wales.
After a 16-year hiatus, Oasis, the iconic Britpop band from Manchester, has launched their much-anticipated 2025 world tour. This landmark event promises to rekindle the spirit of the Britpop era, with a series of stadium shows across North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and South America [1][2][3].
The tour commenced on July 4 at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, with doors opening at 17:00 and Oasis taking the stage at 20:15 [2]. The Welsh capital marked the beginning of a global journey that will span 41 concerts in total.
The tour's extensive itinerary includes multiple shows at prestigious venues such as Wembley in London and Murrayfield in Edinburgh, emphasising the scale and importance of the reunion [2]. In North America, Oasis will perform in June, while European shows are scheduled for July and August [1][2][3]. The band will also travel to Australia and South America later in the year [1][3].
Oasis, known for their albums that sold millions of copies and featured hits like "Wonderwall" and "Don't Look Back In Anger," are widely regarded as one of the defining bands of the Britpop movement of the 1990s [3]. Their reunion tour is not just a comeback but a cultural milestone, celebrated for bringing back the sound and spirit that shaped a generation [3].
The setlist covers many of their greatest hits that helped define the Britpop era, including "Supersonic," "Live Forever," "Wonderwall," "Don't Look Back in Anger," "Champagne Supernova," "Some Might Say," and "Morning Glory," among others [3].
Following their UK dates, Oasis will travel around the globe for the rest of the tour. It's important to note that this tour is not a continuation of the tour that started in 2024, but a new series of shows marking their first major series of live shows since their hiatus [1][3].
The tour comes after Liam and Noel Gallagher ended their 15-year feud in August 2024, paving the way for this historic reunion [4]. Alongside the tour, Oasis has been involved in special releases, like the 30th Anniversary edition of "(What’s The Story) Morning Glory?" with new unplugged versions, celebrating their enduring impact [4].
Tickets for the Oasis world tour sold out immediately, demonstrating the enduring popularity of the band and the excitement surrounding their return [4]. This world tour is more than just a series of concerts; it's a celebration of over three decades of influence in rock music [1][2][3][4].
In the heart of Wales, the Welsh capital Cardiff welcomed the iconic Britpop band Oasis for the commencement of their world tour, initiating a 41-concert musical journey across globally acclaimed venues. This comeback tour is a manifesto in pop-culture, embodying the spirit of the entertainment industry and redefining the soundscape of the Britpop era.
