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Wales Online
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Huge Oasis artwork appears in Cardiff
Huge Oasis artwork appears in Cardiff Excitement is building in the Welsh capital as we're now just days away from one of the biggest reunion tours in British music history The Oasis 'Wonder Wall' in the centre of Cardiff (Image: ©ALISTAIR HEAP/PA Media Assigments ) A huge tribute to Oasis has been unveiled in the centre of Cardiff just days before the iconic Britpop band reunites for the first time on stage in 16 years at the city's Principality Stadium. Oasis will perform together for the first time since 2009 this coming Friday (July 4) in the first of a series of huge stadium and outdoor concerts this summer and beyond, which will take in major cities in the UK, Ireland, North and South America, and Australia. On Saturday morning - six days out from the first concert - a 'Wonder Wall' has been officially unveiled at St David's shopping centre in the middle of the Welsh capital. From superstar gigs to cosy pubs, find out What's On in Wales by signing up to our newsletter here . The tribute is 16ft tall (Image: ©ALISTAIR HEAP/PA Media Assigments ) The eye-catching artwork depicts Noel and Liam in spectacular fashion - crafted entirely from black and white bucket hats - and stands at a staggering 16 feet high while stretching more than 20 feet wide. Commissioned by St David's and brought to life by renowned Welsh artist Nathan Wyburn, the Wonder Wall portrait took four days to complete and is now on display in the upper level of the centre's Eastside dining quarter. Article continues below Artist Nathan Wyburn puts the finishing touches to his artwork (Image: ©ALISTAIR HEAP/PA Media Assigments ) To mark the unveiling, the shopping centre is hosting an all-day pre-gig party on Saturday (June 28) featuring a play-to-win 'Supersonic Spinner' with Gallagher-grade giveaways - all set to the ultimate Oasis playlist. 'We're excited and honoured that our beloved Cardiff is home to the inaugural gig of the Oasis Live '25 reunion tour,' said Helen Morgan, centre director at St David's in Cardiff. 'We wanted to celebrate the city being the first place in the world where fans can see the reunion, so we commissioned our unique Wonder Wall portrait to pay homage to Noel and Liam and the upcoming epic international tour. 'Some might say it's just a load of bucket hats, but we think it's definitely, maybe, the best use of buckets hats ever.' Members of the public attend the reveal of the Wonder Wall in Cardiff on Saturday morning (Image: ©ALISTAIR HEAP/PA Media Assigments ) Article continues below For last-minute tickets for Oasis Live '25 in Cardiff, Ticketmaster is offering verified resale tickets for the opening night, available here. Tickets for the second night are up for grabs here.
Metro
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
I'm a 48-year-old music snob and I loved Olivia Rodrigo
I have to admit, when I told friends I was taking my 14-year-old daughter, Florence, to see Olivia Rodrigo, I did so with an eye-roll and a bit of a 'bloody kids, eh?' smirk. At 48, I've got quite a few gigs and festivals under my belt. I was at Knebworth in '96 and could be found in the mosh pit at countless Britpop shindigs back in the day. While my record collection spans from the classic '60s swagger of the Stones to the big-riff grandeur of '70s Led Zep, taking in the stadium-filling, guitar-squealing anthems of Pink Floyd, my Spotify algorithm tells a different story. Being subjected to the 'racket' of a teenage playlist in the car is the scourge of many a parent, but I have to say, secretly — thanks to my kids —I've been introduced to a new breed of alt-pop, punk-pop… call it what you will. And I'm pleasantly surprised to report that pop music is very much alive and well — and I am a fan! It's nearing showtime, and as we gently jostle for position amid the fug of Sol de Janeiro and mounting anticipation — this is, after all, essentially Rodrigo's Glastonbury dress rehearsal (she headlines the Pyramid Stage on Sunday) — I'm suddenly self-conscious that at any moment someone might holler at me: 'Oi, Grandad, ELO's next month!' As the former Disney actor bounds on stage, the Hyde Park noise levels go up several notches, and Bad Idea Right? is greeted with a delirious tsunami of whoops and screams from teens and tweens (and dads) living their best lives. One banner I can just make out reads: Olivia, I'm obsessed with you. The hits keep coming. Bad Idea Right? is followed by the Pixies-tinged Ballad of a Homeschooled Girl, and if Vampire isn't the perfect example of a flawless, three-and-a-half-minute pop song, I don't know what is. I look across at my sequin-clad daughter, lost in the moment and singing along. I even turn a blind eye to her joining in with the (perhaps overly) sweary lyrics (shut up, Gramps). Screaming pubescent girls in purple cowboy hats watch the entire gig through their phone screens, and then the screams go up a few more decibels when Rodrigo thrills the already overexcited crowd even more by nonchalantly bringing out 'her favourite Brit,' Ed Sheeran, to duet on his classic, The A Team. As one perfectly crafted, delicious slice of pop perfection follows the next, it occurs to me that until recently — like many fellow middle-aged music-snob dads — I would have dismissed the warblings of Rodrigo, Carpenter, Roan, Styles et al. as disposable, autotuned bilge. Far from it. The output from these pop princes and princesses really stands up. These are songs with legs: compositionally sophisticated, rich in infectious melody, and emotionally devastating. ABBA, Pulp and The Cure for the Gen Z, TikTok-cool kids. Rodrigo's effortless between-song patter is charming and endearing. She tells the crowd that the capital is 'her favourite city' and yells: 'I f*cking love you, London!' Her band — made up entirely of women and non-binary musicians — isn't just making up the numbers behind the 'talent': they're excellent and rightly enjoying every minute of it. A quick low-key costume change into shorts and a T-shirt, and she's back for a supercharged, rocky encore of Brutal, the Green Day-esque All-American Bitch, Good 4 U, and — for reasons that weren't totally clear — she scales some scaffolding and belts out Get Him Back through a megaphone. Throw in the obligatory fireworks, streamers and pyrotechnics to close the show, and all the boxes have been ticked. More Trending As we turn to leave, I have to suppress my boring dad-rock instincts and resist vocalising them — like: 'The opening chords of Brutal remind me of Elvis Costello's Pump It Up,' or wondering wistfully what a Knopfler guitar solo would sound like on Happier. 'Do you want to get a T-shirt?' I ask Florence as we edge our way, exhausted but slightly euphoric, towards the exits. 'No, I think I'm all right, actually.' 'Oh, OK,' I reply. 'Er… do you mind if I get one?' 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. MORE: Glastonbury 2025 Saturday live: BBC will broadcast 'controversial' rap group Kneecap MORE: The 1975's Glastonbury glory is overshadowed by Matty Healy's problematic past MORE: Robbie Williams drops major hint he's making surprise Glastonbury appearance
Yahoo
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Robbie Williams teases Glastonbury performance 30 years after his infamous first visit
It's been suggested that Robbie Williams could be making an appearance at Glastonbury, 30 years after the singer left Take That and headed to Worthy Farm for a wild weekend of partying with Oasis. Posting on Instagram this morning, the singer shared an image of a tongue-in-cheek blue plaque that has been posted in the festival's hospitality area to mark the three-decade milestone of his trip. '1995. Robbie Williams entered this area without accreditation, authorisation, or alignment with prevailing taste. His presence was uninvited, unofficial and ultimately inevitable,' reads the plaque. There's no indication that Robbie is actually on site, but the plaque hasn't stopped fans from speculating about whether a performance could be on the cards. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Robbie Williams (@robbiewilliams) 'Can't cope soooooo excited please please please,' wrote one fan on Instagram. Another said: 'If it already being Friday wasn't enough to pop a smile on your face… we get this!! How exciting.' Williams' trip to the festival in 1995 saw him wearing a distinctive red tracksuit with white stripes, which has become the cover image for his new album Britpop. He also played the event in 1998. Reviewing Robbie's show at the Emirates Stadium earlier this month, we hailed it as 'one of the most thrilling stadium shows of the year'. Today marks day three of Glastonbury 2025, with The 1975 headlining the festival for the first time ever this evening. Check back at for all the latest news.
Scotsman
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Oasis: More than 8,000 new tickets to go on sale for Edinburgh Murrayfield Stadium concerts
Thousands of more Oasis tickets will be released for concerts at Edinburgh's Murrayfield Stadium. Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter, get the latest news and reviews from our specialist arts writers Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Fans desperate to get their hands on a ticket to one of the blockbuster Oasis concerts in Edinburgh this summer have been given a second chance. More than 8,000 extra tickets will be put up for sale across the three gigs slated for Murrayfield Stadium in August. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Oasis are playing three sold out shows at Murrayfield Stadium this summer. | Getty Images The fresh release comes after Edinburgh City Council gave the green light to promoters to increase the venue's temporary capacity from 67,130 fans to 69,990 for each of the concerts. The official release of the extra tickets could come within days, the band has confirmed. The reunion concerts will be the first time the Britpop phenomenon have played in Edinburgh since 2009. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad You have to chalk this one up to wishful thinking really - Oasis reunion tour is due to begin next week, but they haven't announced any festival dates for it. But they are 9/2 via to do a secret set at Worthy Farm. | PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA/AFP via Getty Images The council confirmed its licencing committee had ticked off on the capacity increase after consulting with police and public safety officers. Councillor Louise Young, convener of the council's licensing board, said: "An application to increase the capacity at Murrayfield for the upcoming Oasis concerts was approved by the licensing board on June 23.' The decision comes just days after Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher delivering a stinging rebuke of Edinburgh council officials, after the band's fans were described as 'older', 'rowdy' and 'taking up more room' in safety briefing documents. Gallagher said in a social media post: 'I'd love to see a picture of all the people on the Edinburgh council bet there's some real STUNING individuals.'
Graziadaily
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Graziadaily
I Grew Up On Britpop – This Is What I'm Wearing To See Oasis Live In 2025
Gant, Shield Piqué Polo Shirt Damson Madder, Remie Rugby Shirt Hollister, Boxy Oasis Graphic Tee Urban Outfitters, Oasis Cami Amazon, Manchester City 1993 Away Retro Shirt Abercrombie & Fitch, High Rise Loose Jean Mango, Frayed Hem Denim Shorts Uniqlo, Cotton Blend Parka Adidas, Tour Firebird Track Top Zara, Leather Effect Bomber Jacket Burberry, Cotton Check Bucket Hat Free People, Moldable Crochet Packable Hat Ralph Lauren, Anchor-Logo Cotton Bucket Hat Adidas, Adidas Originals Handball Spezial Trainers Finlay & Co x Noel Gallagher, Round Frame Sunglasses Ray-Ban, RB4105 Folding Wayfarer Nylon Sunglasses Ask me, and most people in Britain, what the highlight of summer 2025 is, and there's no hestiation – it's the Oasis reunion tour. It's been about 15 years since the Gallagher brothers' infamous breakup, and now, they're officially no longer looking back in anger. Starting next Friday, the Mancunian legends are returning to the stage, swaggering through 19 shows across the UK and Ireland – including seven at Wembley Stadium. If the chaos of last August's ticket scramble is anything to go by (I had three devices going and still didn't snag one), the 'Oasis Live '25 tour' as it's being called, is a huge deal. ©Getty Images/Martyn Goodacre I'll be honest, while the Oasis reunion is big news musically, for me, it's not just about the tunes. The band's Britpop takeover of the spotlight has also marked a blazing return in all things bloke core on the fashion front. We're talking bucket hats, polo shirts, zip-up track jackets, oversized parkas and the undeniable swagger that's key to perfectly emulating the Gallagher uniform. And much like the sparkly bodysuits at the Eras tour and cowboy boots at Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter shows, we're dressing in theme for the big '90s reunion. ©Getty Images/John Ferguson/Mirrorpix Naturally, if you're lucky enough to have secured tickets (congratulations, I'm jealous), you're likely scrolling through archival photos of the lads for inspiration: from Liam onstage in a parka to Noel sporting his trusty old Stone Island jacket with a can of Stella. Whether you're dipping through your dad's closet for a weathered Fred Perry polo or hunting for a bucket hat that serves Britpop with a distinctly modern flavour for 2025, the best part about the Gallagher uniform is that it's packed with stuff you'd find on the shelves of many a high street brand. In fact, there's a special Adidas Originals x Oasis collaboration, that's stacked with concert essentials. ©Getty Images/Fred Duval/FilmMagic To save you hours of scrolling through blokeish inspo pics, the kind that ace that effortlessly cool and slightly cocky Britpop style, we've combed through the digital racks to find you the best outfits you can wear to the Oasis reunion concert that'll live forever in your mind (and on your Instagram grid). The Gallaghers have always been partial to sporty polo shirts, and given the preppy style has been trending this year, there's plenty to choose from. Of course, you could also go the football shirt route and snag a Man City jersey or stick to a classic band tee. Gant, Shield Piqué Polo Shirt Damson Madder, Remie Rugby Shirt Hollister, Boxy Oasis Graphic Tee Urban Outfitters, Oasis Cami Amazon, Manchester City 1993 Away Retro Shirt Luckily for those of us wary of the return of skinny jeans, the Oasis revival is firmly in the baggy category. So whether you opt for wide-leg jeans, a pair of tailored shorts or a stonewashed denim mini to keep the rock and roll vibes in the sweltering heat, you'll be comfortable while also being on theme. Abercrombie & Fitch, High Rise Loose Jean Mango, Frayed Hem Denim Shorts Levi's, Icon Skirt While it's pretty much impossible to imagine Liam onstage without a parka, given that the Oasis Live '25 shows are scheduled for peak British summer, we might suggest switching those signature jackets for something more lightweight. Consider tracksuit classics from Adidas or take notes from the lads' affinity for double denim with a boxy Levi's jacket. Uniqlo, Cotton Blend Parka Adidas, Tour Firebird Track Top Levi's, Trucker Jacket Zara, Leather Effect Bomber Jacket You simply can't skip the bucket hat at an Oasis concert. And while fans have been warned against donning one while driving, the nostalgic hat will have you looking and feeling cool in the July sun as you sway along to Wonderwall . Adidas, Tour Bucket Hat Burberry, Cotton Check Bucket Hat Free People, Moldable Crochet Packable Hat Price: £40 Ralph Lauren, Anchor-Logo Cotton Bucket Hat From Liam Gallagher's limited edition Adidas LG2 SPZL in bottle green back in 2022, to the brand's latest Oasis Live '25 collection for the tour, Adidas has long been a band favourite. So, round out your concert outfit with a pair of Spezials or Sambas for a look that's perfect for dancing the night away. Adidas, Adidas Originals Handball Spezial Trainers Adidas, Samba OG Trainer Of course, sunglasses are essential summer concert gear, and you really can't go wrong with a retro pair for Oasis. Take style notes from Liam and opt for a pair of light-lensed Ray-Bans, or opt for a chic acetate pair from the Finlay x Noel Gallagher collab, 255 of which will be donated to Teenage Cancer Trust. Finlay & Co x Noel Gallagher, Round Frame Sunglasses Ray-Ban, RB4105 Folding Wayfarer Nylon Sunglasses Main image credits: ©Getty Images/Dave Hogan/Dave Benett/ Hitanshi Kamdar is a senior commerce writer for Grazia. Hitanshi is always on the hunt for the latest trends, emerging designers and the internet's most bizarre style discourse. When not writing, she can be found IDing outfits during Netflix binges and shopping for the latest It-girl shoe trends.
