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Metro
15 hours ago
- Metro
Has anything changed since the great Oasis ticket war?
We all remember where we were on August 31, 2024, when Oasis finally opened general sale for tickets to their reunion tour. Most of us were probably in the same place: glued to our computers and sitting in queues with over 500,000 other people, praying for a ticket. As the hope of seeing the Gallagher brothers live dwindled, fans across the UK realised ticket purchasing had become the wild west, from scalping to climbing costs. Politicians got involved as Prime Minister Keir Starmer blasted the debacle as 'not fair' after fans realised the eye-watering price of resale tickets. At the time, Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy said: 'After the incredible news of Oasis' return, it's depressing to see vastly inflated prices excluding ordinary fans from having a chance of enjoying their favourite band live. 'This Government is committed to putting fans back at the heart of music. So we will include issues around the transparency and use of dynamic pricing, including the technology around queuing systems which incentivise it, in our forthcoming consultation on consumer protections for ticket resales.' So, almost a year on and with Oasis' tour well underway, has anything actually changed in the ticketing world? After making their way through a stressful and potentially scalper-filled queue, Oasis fans were faced with a tough decision: cough up double the face value or abandon all hope. Dynamic pricing became the centre of a huge backlash as Ticketmaster, the site most people use, pushed up the price due to the tickets being 'in demand'. Fans were not warned before the sale that the gig tickets would be dynamically priced, with the decision reportedly in the hands of artists' teams. Oasis denied knowing that demand pricing would be applied, with the feature removed for later sales for gigs outside of the UK. Fans who paid dynamic prices were not refunded the difference. Unfortunately, we're still in a position where surge pricing on tickets is legal, although some small changes are being made. As of April, the Digital, Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCC Act) bans the use of 'drip pricing' across every industry, so say goodbye to that sneaky booking fee added on at the end. Under this, the Competition and Markets Authority have the 'ability to decide when consumer law has been infringed and impose fines for poor corporate practice of up to 10% of worldwide turnover.' Another positive step is that the industry bosses appear to have taken note of the sheer anger felt towards dynamic pricing and any artist who allows it to be used. The price surges are still around, but it seems to have fallen out of fashion for new tours (for now). Keeping fans sweet is one of the most important things for touring artists, so never underestimate the power of complaining incredibly loudly on a national scale. If you didn't make it through the queue before tickets sold out, your attention will have turned to the world of resale tickets. Prices plucked out of thin air, fake tickets, scammers rife — this is where fans are hoping to see some serious clamping down from the government. Good news, the promised consultation on this is moving ahead. Bad news is it's still in very early stages, with recent calls for fans to have their say in a consultation. Gareth Griffiths — director of partnerships and sponsorship at Virgin Media O2 — told Metro: 'While the consultation earlier this year was a crucial first step toward reclaiming fairness in live music; with no news yet on legislation music fans continue to be at the mercy of touts making millions.' He shared that O2's latest research suggests some touts are flogging tickets at 500% above face value. They previously revealed this is costing music fans an extra £145m per year. A cap on prices has been widely supported, including by O2's 'Stamp It Tout' campaign, meaning resellers would be limited to a potential 30% inflation on face value (no word on if that includes dynamic prices). Viagogo, one of the largest resellers, is concerned that this will drive sellers onto social media in hopes of securing a bigger profit and create more fraud. They cited We Fight Fraud's investigation into Premier League ticket-buying in March, which found that three out of four tickets purchased on social media were either fake or never arrived. Offers to buy tickets are rife on X, popping up immediately while sales are still going on. A 25% chance of a real ticket is incredibly bad odds when you're paying hundreds for a ticket, but social media is much harder to legislate than legitimate resale businesses. Laws like the percentage resale cap, which has been proposed in the UK, are already in place in Ireland and Victoria, Australia, with effectiveness a mixed bag. Ireland has not had any tout prosecutions since the ban on selling above face value in 2021; meanwhile, cases of fraud are said to be up 13.8% according to research by Bradshaw Advisory. However, on the other side of this, their resale sites aren't flooded with inflated ticket prices, and you can get genuine face value tickets after general sale. Viagogo noted that the prices do fluctuate, with tickets as low as £75 for Beyoncé before her UK shows, while the average Oasis ticket in the two weeks leading up to the first Cardiff gig was £255. It also pointed out that Ticketmaster's domination over primary sales isn't helping the situation, something the CMA seems to agree with as it launched legal action against the company this month. Viagogo said: ' ' The solution to fix the ticketing industry requires collaboration with government, consumers and the entire ticketing industry. The path forward starts with opening the primary ticketing market to competition. 'Without it, there is no incentive to innovate or improve the ticket-buying experience for fans. When you allow fair competition, regulated platforms can compete with each other, naturally driving prices down and benefit fans. A healthy, competitive market must be built on an open retail distribution model that champions transparency and gives consumers genuine choice on their terms.' However, FanFair Alliance campaign manager Adam Webb told us: 'Support for a price cap is clearly gaining momentum. What we now need is action.' Gareth added: 'It's important that government does not lose momentum and responds to the wishes of music fans with swift action. 'At O2, we're calling for a clear and enforceable 10% cap on the resale of tickets above face value – one that both incentivises fans to resell fairly when they can't make a show, and disincentivises touts from operating at an industrial scale. More Trending 'This is the only way to protect the UK's live music industry and ensure tickets stay in the hands of real fans.' Praising Lisa Nandy for reaffirming the law was moving forward, Adam concluded: 'Come on then. Let's get on with it. 'Let's make the UK's live market the best in the world. Let's get cracking.' Metro has reached out to Ticketmaster and Lisa Nandy for comment. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. 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Daily Mail
19 hours ago
- Daily Mail
Loved-up Dua Lipa and fiancé Callum Turner belt out Oasis' iconic hit while Tom Cruise enjoys a night out with 'new love' Ana De Armas as they lead stars heading to Wembley for band's reunion tour
Dua Lipa and Tom Cruise were among the 90,000 fans belting out Oasis' biggest hits, as the band's acclaimed reunion tour continued with a run of shows in London. Weeks after her own highly-praised shows in the capital, Dua enjoyed a night out with her fiancé Callum Turner at the famous venue, with footage showing the couple singing along to one of the band's most iconic tracks. In a clip posted by Noel Gallagher 's daughter Anais, Dua and Callum were cosied up to one another as they sang along to Oasis' famous song Don't Look Back In Anger at the band's second show on Saturday. The couple confirmed their engagement last month, after their romance began in early 2024. Elsewhere, after reportedly securing a 'huge number' of tickets for himself and a group of friends during the show, Tom was seen enjoying the concert with his 'new love' Ana De Armas. Rather than joining many celebrities in a hospitality box at the stadium, Tom was seen among the crowds in a video shared by rapper Goldie. It comes after it was reported that Tom was expected to attend Oasis concert, after he was spotted at Oasis' set during Glastonbury last year. And while millions of fans scrambled for tickets to the reunion - many limited to just four per person - the Hollywood star reportedly pulled some strings, according to the Mirror. It's said that Tom managed to secure up to 20 tickets so he could bring a group of friends along for the night. A source close to the band told the publication: 'Tom is excited to see the gig, and his friends were thrilled he was able to offer them tickets too. 'They are hard for even the biggest and richest people to secure. 'He is taking up to 20 people with him, and must be one of the few people on this tour who will be able to attend with such a big group.' Tom and Ana were first linked on Valentine's Day of this year and have been frequently seen in each other's company since. Though they have not yet commented on their relationship, they jetted off for a sun-soaked trip to Menorca earlier this month. On Friday, presenter Rylan Clark shared footage of his own night out at the concert, as he danced along to Oasis' tracks in one of the stadium's boxes. The Radio 2 star was joined by pals Fearne Cotton and Davina McCall, and shared snaps and videos from the night out on Instagram. Oasis made a long-awaited return to London on Friday, playing their first gig in the city in over 16 years. Following a series of homecoming shows at Manchester's Heaton Park, the rock legends, fronted by brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher, took to the stage at Wembley Stadium. With five nights scheduled, the band shared door and stage times on their Instagram, providing fans with an hour-by-hour breakdown. Gates open at 5pm, followed by support acts Cast at 6pm and singer Richard Ashcroft at 7pm. Oasis then headline with a two-hour set starting at 8:15pm. The band kicked off their Oasis Live '25 world tour on July 4 at Cardiff's Principality Stadium, earning five-star reviews from The Guardian, The Telegraph, and The Times. The group has also dominated the UK album charts, with three top five albums, according to the Official Charts Company. While fans were excited at the reunion, some were outraged after some standard tickets in the UK and Ireland jumped from £148 to £355. The controversy prompted the Government and the UK's competition watchdog to pledge to look at the use of dynamic pricing. After their final London gig on August 3, the group will move north to Edinburgh's Murrayfield Stadium before performing at Dublin's Croke Park. The band will then head to Japan, South Korea, South America, Australia and North America. Formed in Manchester in 1991, the band was led by lead guitarist Noel and lead vocalist Liam during their 18 years together. Oasis signed to independent record label Creation Records in 1993, rising to fame with the release of their debut chart-topping album Definitely Maybe on August 29 1994. They had hits with songs including Don't Look Back In Anger, Champagne Supernova, Wonderwall and Live Forever. Dig Out Your Soul, the band's last studio album, was released in 2008, just months before the Paris row.
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Daily Mirror
Netflix quietly adds 'best show ever' as 'obsessed' fans cancel their weekend plans
Netflix viewers have admitted they're cancelling their weekend plans to binge-watch a beloved series that has finally been added to the streaming platform Netflix subscribers have confessed they're scrapping their weekend arrangements to binge-watch a cherished series that's just landed on the platform. US comedy-drama Shameless originally premiered in 2011, based on Paul Abbott's British programme of the same title. The American adaptation, located in Chicago's South Side, Illinois, lasted for 11 seasons before concluding in 2021. The show centres on the troubled Gallagher clan, headed by Frank, a negligent alcoholic dad to six children. Whilst he wastes his days jobless, getting intoxicated and high, his offspring Fiona, Phillip, Ian, Debbie, Carl and Liam battle to earn money, resorting to cons, relationships and criminal activity to get by. Despite tackling gritty themes including serious problems and family dysfunction, supporters have labelled it "hilariously genius" and have started rewatching the programme once more. The cast features William H Macy as Frank, plus Emmy Rossum, Jeremy Allen White, Cameron Monaghan, Ethan Cutkosky and Emma Kenney, reports the Express. The programme boasts an average Rotten Tomatoes score of 82%, with multiple seasons achieving flawless ratings individually. One viewer gushed: "I can talk about this show 24/7 when I started the first episode nothing could stop me for watching it I stayed up all night all day infront of my laptop watching this masterpiece." Another commented: "Seriously Shameless is the best show I have ever watched." A third posted: "Shameless is the best series ever created, I'm not kidding. the only series that talks about important issues without making them boring or too heavy." "I can't believe it's taken this long for me to get obsessed with this show. It's amazing-the type you can't miss for a quick bathroom break or you'll miss the storyline. Every individual character was cast so well and each one is unbelievable and grows on you in a hilariously genius way," someone else praised. "This is probably one of the most raw and impressively jarring dramedies on television. From its witty humor to its exposure of deep human emotions, Shameless is a masterpiece of intelligent screen writing and chaos," another echoed. Upon hearing it had landed on Netflix, some devotees even went as far as scrapping their weekend arrangements. One person declared: "Shameless is now on Netflix, weekend plans cancelled." Another penned: "Proud to say every season of Shameless is now on Netflix, I'll be rejoining the Gallagher family soon." "All 11 seasons of Shameless are on Netflix. Nature is healing. What a perfect time to be on sick leave man," someone else remarked. The programme left supporters heartbroken when it concluded in 2021 following an 11th series, with showrunner John Wells subsequently discussing how various plotlines remained unresolved and the possibility of a future spin-off. When quizzed about a potential comeback, he told The Hollywood Reporter: "There is nothing planned. But never say never. It's a crazy world out there with people reviving shows and characters. "But we get to tell a lot of great stories with these people and wonderful actors, writers and directors. If we never tell another story with them, I think we did a lot that I'm proud of and that we're all proud of. "You never know. But we're surely not planning anything."
