Speculation is mounting about a potential reunion of the iconic Britpop band Oasis, as the long-standing feud between Noel Gallagher and Liam Gallagher shows signs of thawing. Reports suggest the brothers may be planning a series of concerts at Wembley Stadium in the summer of 2025, potentially breaking attendance records.
The timing of these rumors coincides with the recent 30th anniversary of Oasis' debut album "Definitely Maybe," which was released on August 29, 1994. This milestone has reignited interest in the band's legacy and impact on the British music scene.
Oasis, formed in Manchester in 1991, has sold over 75 million records worldwide and continues to maintain a significant presence on streaming platforms. The band's influence on the Britpop movement of the 1990s, alongside contemporaries like Blur, Suede, The Verve, and Pulp, cannot be overstated.
Music industry consultant Alan Edwards, who has worked with renowned artists such as The Rolling Stones and David Bowie, commented on the reunion rumors:
"Either they are happy for the narrative to be out there, possibly increasing the size of offers, or alternatively there is some truth in it."
The potential reunion shows at Wembley Stadium could surpass the recent record set by Taylor Swift, who performed eight concerts at the venue in 2023 as part of her Eras tour.
While Noel Gallagher has remained silent on the matter, Liam Gallagher has made cryptic statements on social media, neither confirming nor denying the rumors. The brothers have pursued solo careers since Oasis' breakup in 2009, following a backstage altercation in Paris. However, their individual successes have not matched the commercial and artistic heights achieved by Oasis.
The band's influence extends beyond their chart-topping hits like "Wonderwall" and "Don't Look Back in Anger." Oasis won the Brit Award for Best British Album three times and played to 250,000 people over two nights at Knebworth in 1996, a testament to their massive popularity.
Recent interviews commemorating the 30th anniversary of "Definitely Maybe" have shown a more conciliatory tone between the brothers. Noel Gallagher, born on May 29, 1967, has acknowledged the unique qualities his younger brother brings to their music:
"If songs were drinks - Liam's is a shot of tequila and mine's half a Guinness. Mine's half a Guinness on a Tuesday. Liam's is 10 shots of tequila on a Friday night."
As fans eagerly await official confirmation, the potential Oasis reunion represents more than just a nostalgic trip down memory lane. It symbolizes the enduring legacy of a band that helped define an era in British music and continues to inspire new generations of musicians and fans alike.