Oasis Ticket Pricing Sparks Outrage: 450 Complaints Filed with ASA

The recent announcement of Oasis's reunion has been overshadowed by a pricing controversy, leading to 450 complaints filed with the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA). Fans were taken aback when standard ticket prices for the band's upcoming shows more than doubled, jumping from £148 to £355 due to high demand.

Noel and Liam Gallagher, the brothers at the core of Oasis, confirmed their reunion just six days ago, ending a rift that lasted over a decade. The band, formed in Manchester in 1991, has sold over 75 million records worldwide, making them one of the most successful British rock bands of all time.

The ASA is currently assessing the complaints, which argue that the advertisements made misleading claims about ticket availability and pricing. However, the authority emphasized that no formal investigation has been launched at this time.

The dynamic pricing model, employed by ticket sellers like Ticketmaster, has come under scrutiny. This pricing strategy, which adjusts ticket costs based on demand, has led to significant price increases for highly anticipated events like the Oasis reunion tour.

In response to the controversy, Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has pledged to include dynamic pricing in the forthcoming government review of the secondary gig sales market. Nandy expressed disappointment over the inflated prices, stating that it excludes ordinary fans from enjoying their favorite band live.

"After the incredible news of Oasis's return, it's depressing to see vastly inflated prices excluding ordinary fans from having a chance of enjoying their favourite band live."

The impact of dynamic pricing has reached even high-profile individuals. Lucy Powell, the Leader of the House of Commons, reported paying more than double the original quoted price for tickets to an Oasis show at Heaton Park in July 2025.

Despite the pricing issues, all 17 shows in the UK and Ireland have sold out. This level of demand is reminiscent of Oasis's peak popularity, when they drew 250,000 people over two nights at Knebworth in 1996.

The band has advised fans to use only official resale platforms like Ticketmaster and Twickets, warning that tickets resold above face value on unauthorized platforms may be cancelled by promoters.

As the controversy unfolds, fans and industry observers alike are reminded of Oasis's significant impact on British music. With eight UK number-one singles and albums, and influential records like "(What's the Story) Morning Glory?", the band's legacy continues to resonate with audiences, even as ticket pricing practices spark debate.