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There’s going to be a film, documenting the tour:

[www.theguardian.com]

It's a good job I got ticket for the first show so there'll be at least one cool looking dude at the front WITHOUT a bleedin' cellphone in the film

If I were in Cardiff, and not London, I’d have a few pre-show pints with you

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There’s going to be a film, documenting the tour:

[www.theguardian.com]

It's a good job I got ticket for the first show so there'll be at least one cool looking dude at the front WITHOUT a bleedin' cellphone in the film

If I were in Cardiff, and not London, I’d have a few pre-show pints with you

That would've been great!

Really wish they were playing in my country

Maybe they're testing the waters and there will be European Tour later. Wouldn't mind seeing them again.

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Maybe they're testing the waters and there will be European Tour later. Wouldn't mind seeing them again.

I hope so.

I can’t imagine Oasis bypassing Europe. 2026, possibly?

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Really wish they were playing in my country

Don't worry mate, IF they decide to come to mainland Europe Stockholm will be the first on the list

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Really wish they were playing in my country

Don't worry mate, IF they decide to come to mainland Europe Stockholm will be the first on the list

That would kick ass. Wonder where they'd play

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Really wish they were playing in my country

Don't worry mate, IF they decide to come to mainland Europe Stockholm will be the first on the list

That would kick ass. Wonder where they'd play

Probably The Globe aka Avicii Arena.

Very probable Max. I've never been there (for a show), so would be cool to see them there.

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Very probable Max. I've never been there (for a show), so would be cool to see them there.

It's a great venue because you are so extremely close to the band and the stage is super low (although I heard that they are renovating it so as with everything else these days it'll probably be a downgrade).

I saw Oasis there in '97 and 2008 and Stones there in 2003.
The Stones show was one of two times (the other one in Brisbane, Oz, the same year) Keith decided to play If Ya Can't Rock Me (3rd on the Plexi) in the 2nd spot instead of You Got Me Rocking (2nd on the Plexi) which required some quick improvisation from Ronnie as he had to switch from the black Zemaitis to his '54 Strat + he had to get the Cry Baby going.He played THE best air guitar I've ever seen
Great stuff!



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Very probable Max. I've never been there (for a show), so would be cool to see them there.

It's a great venue because you are so extremely close to the band and the stage is super low (although I heard that they are renovating it so as with everything else these days it'll probably be a downgrade).

I saw Oasis there in '97 and 2008 and Stones there in 2003.
The Stones show was one of two times (the other one in Brisbane, Oz, the same year) Keith decided to play If Ya Can't Rock Me (3rd on the Plexi) in the 2nd spot instead of You Got Me Rocking (2nd on the Plexi) which required some quick improvisation from Ronnie as he had to switch from the black Zemaitis to his '54 Strat + he had to get the Cry Baby going.He played THE best air guitar I've ever seen
Great stuff!

That sounds amazing

What does everyone think about the ‘rumoured line-up’?

Three guitarists: Noel, Gem Archer, and Bonehead. I must admit, although I knew he’d be involved, I was really expecting Bonehead to just have a guest-slot. Also, I hope Noel practices plenty, and doesn’t designate all the lead-work to Gem Archer.



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Bonehead will only come out for first album songs I’d bet. I’m betting a couple new 2025 Oasis tracks are coming out pre tour as well. Wish they could play some Liam/Noel solo. Just maybe one each. I’ve always wanted that in Stones land too

I think the line-up is fine.

New songs coming out beforehand would be neat

I'd rather the classic lineup, but ultimately it could be all new guys with Liam and Noel and no one would care. As long as they're there. I was the same with GNR when they reunited. I wanted the guys that played on the albums your show mostly comes from, but as long as Slash and Axl were there (much as I love Duff, I don't think he really sways any public opinion, beyond making it feel MORE legitimate), the general public doesn't care about anyone else on stage. People would go see the Stones if it was a whole new band besides Mick and Keith. Just the way of the world.

Yeah I'd like the classic lineup best but it is what it is. Mick/Keith and Slash/Axl is a good comparision.

Red Nose Day rolls out the red carpet for Oasis: The Reunion: The Movie

17th March 2025



In an exclusive sketch for Red Nose Day 2025, an Inbetweeners reunion is on the cards as James Buckley and Joe Thomas take on the roles of legendary Gallagher brothers, Liam and Noel, in a parody charting their journey from Manchester lads to global rock superstars.

Expect all the drama, sibling showdowns, and unexpected celebrity cameos, wrapped up in a heavy dose of Britpop nostalgia, iconic 90s music moments, and cheeky humour.

Adding to the fun is a star-studded cast, featuring Hugh Dennis, Martin Lewis, Micky Flanagan, Vernon Kay, Mark Silcox, Tasha Ghouri, Melvin Odoom, Roisin Conaty, and Piers Morgan, all stepping into memorable roles from the band's legendary rise to stardom.

James Buckley says: “I had such a fun time with Joe, making this sketch for Comic Relief, and was honoured to be asked to be a part of it. And, of course, being a huge Oasis fan, getting to be Liam for the day was a dream come true.”

Joe Thomas says: “I grew up watching Comic Relief and the big sketch was always a highlight of the night. So it’s both thrilling and nerve wracking to be a part of it.”

Comic Relief are also giving fans the chance to experience the ultimate Oasis gig with an exclusive opportunity. The lucky winners will receive two VIP tickets in the Royal Box at Wembley Stadium for the highly anticipated Oasis Reunion Tour on Saturday 2 August 2025, hosted by BBC Radio 2’s weekly mid-morning host Vernon Kay – a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for any fan. Winners will also take home a piece of rock ‘n’ roll history, with a guitar signed by both Liam and Noel Gallagher, plus a set of official tour merchandise, as well as travel and accommodation for the night of Saturday 2 August. To find out how to enter online, via text or for free via post and for terms and conditions visit bbc.co.uk/rednoseday(opens in new window).

Money raised this Red Nose Day could help put food on plates and roofs over heads, keep little ones safe and help support families affected by conflict here in the UK and around the world.

Don’t look back in anger and miss the action – tune into Red Nose Day 2025 on Friday 21 March from 7pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Red Nose Day 2025 is made by BBC Studios Entertainment Productions.

[www.comicrelief.com]

The only strange thing is that neither Zak Starkey or Chris Sharrock aren't there for the reunion. Zak's got his Mantra of The Cosmos and The Who but Sharrock hasn't got any commitements as far as I know. McCarroll, Whitey or Guigs were never considered so no surprise there. Andy is a far better bass player than Guigs and I am afraid Whitey's teningitis has only gotten worse after he left (got fired) in 2004.

As for The Stones and G 'n' R's I am extremely thankful and happy that Ronnie, Darryl and Steve are there with Mick and Keith and that Duff accompanies Axl and Slash. I am not so sure it would've have been the same with session musicians instead.



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As for The Stones and G 'n' R's I am extremely thankful and happy that Ronnie, Darryl and Steve are there with Mick and Keith and that Duff accompanies Axl and Slash. I am not so sure it would've have been the same with session musicians instead.

Yeah it's certainly superior with them around

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The only strange thing is that neither Zak Starkey or Chris Sharrock aren't there for the reunion. Zak's got his Mantra of The Cosmos and The Who but Sharrock hasn't got any commitements as far as I know. McCarroll, Whitey or Guigs were never considered so no surprise there. Andy is a far better bass player than Guigs and I am afraid Whitey's teningitis has only gotten worse after he left (got fired) in 2004.

As for The Stones and G 'n' R's I am extremely thankful and happy that Ronnie, Darryl and Steve are there with Mick and Keith and that Duff accompanies Axl and Slash. I am not so sure it would've have been the same with session musicians instead.

Bonehead is the only 'former' member who is seemingly on 'good' terms Noel and Liam. I do hope they recreate his original role when on stage; he, exclusively, hammering the barre and power chords, whilst Noel handles the open chords and soloing. Gem may be a 'better' guitarist than Bonehead, technically, but he enabled Noel to develop 'guitar-laziness' and, in my opinion, they really did lose a big part of that magnificent 1994-'98 wall-of-sound. For example: compare a Gem-era rendition of 'Supersonic' or 'Cigarettes & Alcohol', with a live version with Bonehead.



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Bonehead is the only 'former' member who is seemingly on 'good' terms Noel and Liam.

As far as I know Tony is on fine terms with them now since he had his health scare a while back.

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The only strange thing is that neither Zak Starkey or Chris Sharrock aren't there for the reunion. Zak's got his Mantra of The Cosmos and The Who but Sharrock hasn't got any commitements as far as I know. McCarroll, Whitey or Guigs were never considered so no surprise there. Andy is a far better bass player than Guigs and I am afraid Whitey's teningitis has only gotten worse after he left (got fired) in 2004.

As for The Stones and G 'n' R's I am extremely thankful and happy that Ronnie, Darryl and Steve are there with Mick and Keith and that Duff accompanies Axl and Slash. I am not so sure it would've have been the same with session musicians instead.

Bonehead is the only 'former' member who is seemingly on 'good' terms Noel and Liam. I do hope they recreate his original role when on stage; he, exclusively, hammering the barre and power chords, whilst Noel handles the open chords and soloing. Gem may be a 'better' guitarist than Bonehead, technically, but he enabled Noel to develop 'guitar-laziness' and, in my opinion, they really did lose a big part of that magnificent 1994-'98 wall-of-sound. For example: compare a Gem-era rendition of 'Supersonic' or 'Cigarettes & Alcohol', with a live version with Bonehead.

Yeah, Gem is a lot more "Keef, Robbie Robertson etc etc kinda player" who uses dynamics and a less is more approach. Those mad, larger than life sounds of 1994-98 disappeared when he joined. The amps and guitars changed too to quite a large extent, instead of Marshalls, Oranges and that blue thingy (forgot the amp's name) there were more Vox and Blues Juniors. The best live sounds were easily between 95-98 although it got heavier again from 2005 when they clearly had listened back and try to come back to those earlier mad heights. I remember that the 2008-09 shows were heavy as ****. But the ringing in my ears for days on end after a show were (thankfully) gone forever after 98



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The only strange thing is that neither Zak Starkey or Chris Sharrock aren't there for the reunion. Zak's got his Mantra of The Cosmos and The Who but Sharrock hasn't got any commitements as far as I know. McCarroll, Whitey or Guigs were never considered so no surprise there. Andy is a far better bass player than Guigs and I am afraid Whitey's teningitis has only gotten worse after he left (got fired) in 2004.

As for The Stones and G 'n' R's I am extremely thankful and happy that Ronnie, Darryl and Steve are there with Mick and Keith and that Duff accompanies Axl and Slash. I am not so sure it would've have been the same with session musicians instead.

Bonehead is the only 'former' member who is seemingly on 'good' terms Noel and Liam. I do hope they recreate his original role when on stage; he, exclusively, hammering the barre and power chords, whilst Noel handles the open chords and soloing. Gem may be a 'better' guitarist than Bonehead, technically, but he enabled Noel to develop 'guitar-laziness' and, in my opinion, they really did lose a big part of that magnificent 1994-'98 wall-of-sound. For example: compare a Gem-era rendition of 'Supersonic' or 'Cigarettes & Alcohol', with a live version with Bonehead.

Yeah, Gem is a lot more "Keef, Robbie Robertson etc etc kinda player" who uses dynamics and a less is more approach. Those mad, larger than life sounds of 1994-98 disappeared when he joined. The amps and guitars changed too to quite a large extent, instead of Marshalls, Oranges and that blue thingy (forgot the amp's name) there were more Vox and Blues Juniors. The best live sounds were easily between 95-98 although it got heavier again from 2005 when they clearly had listened back and try to come back to those earlier mad heights. I remember that the 2008-09 shows were heavy as ****. But the ringing in my ears for days on end after a show were (thankfully) gone forever after 98

Max, you’re a ‘bigger’ oasis fan than I - so you know more, probably! - but I was taken aback by just how much of Noel’s lead-work Gem took on, whilst, instead, Noel strummed. Compare Noel’s role pre-Gem, when he really was a lead-guitarist. The Knebworth release was a real eye-opener for me: Boneheaded on barre chord duty; Noel with the wailing-away responsibility.

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The only strange thing is that neither Zak Starkey or Chris Sharrock aren't there for the reunion. Zak's got his Mantra of The Cosmos and The Who but Sharrock hasn't got any commitements as far as I know. McCarroll, Whitey or Guigs were never considered so no surprise there. Andy is a far better bass player than Guigs and I am afraid Whitey's teningitis has only gotten worse after he left (got fired) in 2004.

As for The Stones and G 'n' R's I am extremely thankful and happy that Ronnie, Darryl and Steve are there with Mick and Keith and that Duff accompanies Axl and Slash. I am not so sure it would've have been the same with session musicians instead.

Bonehead is the only 'former' member who is seemingly on 'good' terms Noel and Liam. I do hope they recreate his original role when on stage; he, exclusively, hammering the barre and power chords, whilst Noel handles the open chords and soloing. Gem may be a 'better' guitarist than Bonehead, technically, but he enabled Noel to develop 'guitar-laziness' and, in my opinion, they really did lose a big part of that magnificent 1994-'98 wall-of-sound. For example: compare a Gem-era rendition of 'Supersonic' or 'Cigarettes & Alcohol', with a live version with Bonehead.

Yeah, Gem is a lot more "Keef, Robbie Robertson etc etc kinda player" who uses dynamics and a less is more approach. Those mad, larger than life sounds of 1994-98 disappeared when he joined. The amps and guitars changed too to quite a large extent, instead of Marshalls, Oranges and that blue thingy (forgot the amp's name) there were more Vox and Blues Juniors. The best live sounds were easily between 95-98 although it got heavier again from 2005 when they clearly had listened back and try to come back to those earlier mad heights. I remember that the 2008-09 shows were heavy as ****. But the ringing in my ears for days on end after a show were (thankfully) gone forever after 98

Max, you’re a ‘bigger’ oasis fan than I - so you know more, probably! - but I was taken aback by just how much of Noel’s lead-work Gem took on, whilst, instead, Noel strummed. Compare Noel’s role pre-Gem, when he really was a lead-guitarist. The Knebworth release was a real eye-opener for me: Boneheaded on barre chord duty; Noel with the wailing-away responsibility.

Noel gave a perfectly logic explanation in July 2000, "....and since Bonehead was bald it was up to me to be the Jimmy Page of the band..."

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The only strange thing is that neither Zak Starkey or Chris Sharrock aren't there for the reunion. Zak's got his Mantra of The Cosmos and The Who but Sharrock hasn't got any commitements as far as I know. McCarroll, Whitey or Guigs were never considered so no surprise there. Andy is a far better bass player than Guigs and I am afraid Whitey's teningitis has only gotten worse after he left (got fired) in 2004.

As for The Stones and G 'n' R's I am extremely thankful and happy that Ronnie, Darryl and Steve are there with Mick and Keith and that Duff accompanies Axl and Slash. I am not so sure it would've have been the same with session musicians instead.

Bonehead is the only 'former' member who is seemingly on 'good' terms Noel and Liam. I do hope they recreate his original role when on stage; he, exclusively, hammering the barre and power chords, whilst Noel handles the open chords and soloing. Gem may be a 'better' guitarist than Bonehead, technically, but he enabled Noel to develop 'guitar-laziness' and, in my opinion, they really did lose a big part of that magnificent 1994-'98 wall-of-sound. For example: compare a Gem-era rendition of 'Supersonic' or 'Cigarettes & Alcohol', with a live version with Bonehead.

Yeah, Gem is a lot more "Keef, Robbie Robertson etc etc kinda player" who uses dynamics and a less is more approach. Those mad, larger than life sounds of 1994-98 disappeared when he joined. The amps and guitars changed too to quite a large extent, instead of Marshalls, Oranges and that blue thingy (forgot the amp's name) there were more Vox and Blues Juniors. The best live sounds were easily between 95-98 although it got heavier again from 2005 when they clearly had listened back and try to come back to those earlier mad heights. I remember that the 2008-09 shows were heavy as ****. But the ringing in my ears for days on end after a show were (thankfully) gone forever after 98

Max, you’re a ‘bigger’ oasis fan than I - so you know more, probably! - but I was taken aback by just how much of Noel’s lead-work Gem took on, whilst, instead, Noel strummed. Compare Noel’s role pre-Gem, when he really was a lead-guitarist. The Knebworth release was a real eye-opener for me: Boneheaded on barre chord duty; Noel with the wailing-away responsibility.

Noel gave a perfectly logic explanation in July 2000, "....and since Bonehead was bald it was up to me to be the Jimmy Page of the band..."

Ha-ha! Fair, bloody well enough!

Statement from Tony

Good on Tony...those out-of-court settlements sure do the trick.

Yeah, invite Tony to drum on Supersonic. It can’t do any harm, can it? His limited style is perfect for the 1994 recordings.

Hot off the press: Noel pops in his recording studio, and Liam walks his pet pooch, Buttons.

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