Liam and Noel Gallagher have stirred excitement among fans, hinting that an Oasis reunion may be in the works. Speculation intensified after a brief video, mirroring the band’s iconic logo, appeared on their social media profiles and the official Oasis page. The clip featured the date “27.08.24,” followed by “8am,” leading many to believe an announcement is imminent. Fans have long urged the brothers to reunite since the band split in 2009 following a backstage altercation at the Rock en Seine festival in Paris.
Oasis, formed in 1991, found immense success with hits like “Wonderwall,” “Don’t Look Back In Anger,” and “Stop Crying Your Heart Out.” A report from the Sunday Times, citing unnamed sources, suggests the brothers may perform a series of shows next year, including dates at London’s Wembley Stadium and Manchester’s Heaton Park. The report also indicated that Wembley could be booked for ten performances, potentially breaking the eight-show record recently set by Taylor Swift. Additionally, there is speculation about a possible headline slot at Glastonbury.
Throughout the day, Liam Gallagher engaged with fans on the platform X, formerly Twitter, where he commented on the reunion rumors. At his headline performance at the Reading Festival, he dedicated the Oasis song “Half The World Away” to Noel, and later dedicated “Cigarettes & Alcohol” to those who dislike the band. As the show concluded, the same teaser video appeared on the main screens at the venue.
Next year marks 30 years since Oasis released their landmark album “Definitely Maybe,” which catapulted the Gallagher brothers to fame and helped usher in the Britpop movement. In 1996, a staggering 2.5 million fans sought tickets for the band’s two performances at Knebworth, highlighting the potential demand for any upcoming gigs. Music journalist John Robb noted that Oasis defined the 1990s generation, predicting an incredible atmosphere at any reunion events.
Fans have taken to social media, sharing their excitement and mixed opinions about the potential reunion. Some expressed concerns about the venue at Heaton Park, to which Liam cheekily responded, “See you down the front…” Others are eagerly anticipating confirmation of the reunion dates, with one fan expressing that they would have trouble sleeping due to the excitement.
Local fans in Burnage, Manchester, shared their thoughts outside a record shop mentioned in the Oasis song “Shakermaker.” One woman, proudly displaying her Oasis tattoo, said they were a significant part of her life. Another fan highlighted the local connection, stating, “You can’t put a price on a band such as Oasis,” emphasizing that both local residents and fans elsewhere would be willing to pay for the opportunity to see them perform.