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Daily Mirror
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Noel Gallagher and James Blunt feud revived as Oasis star branded 'sad human'
Oasis' Noel Gallagher was said to have sold a property in Ibiza once to avoid having to live by James Blunt and the You're Beautiful singer has since shared his thoughts Singer-songwriter James Blunt has criticised Noel Gallagher. He described the fellow musician as a "sad human being" in a segment on a podcast that has attracted attention this month amid the ongoing Oasis reunion tour. James, 51, is said to have moved into the same neighbourhood as Noel, 58, in Ibiza almost two decades ago. It's been claimed that Noel, however, decided to sell his property at the time to avoid having to live close to James. You're Beautiful singer James has spoken about tension with Noel over the years, including on the High Performance podcast. The podcast shared a clip from the episode, with fans on Instagram over the weekend. In the clip, James is heard sharing his thoughts on the High Flying Birds member. He said on the podcast: "Noel Gallagher's never said anything unkind to my face. He just always does it to your back when he's trying to flog music." James also said in the video: "[Noel was] saying he can't live in Ibiza because I live down the road - well, what a sad human being he is because it's a big enough island. You don't have to ... I'm not asking you to come and see me." He continued: "Weirdly house prices went through the roof the moment he left, actually, and I don't know whether the house prices went up because he'd left or because I'd arrived. But y'know there's gotta be some connection." Oasis: What's Their Story? An unofficial celebration magazine on sale now! A few simple words on social media on August 27 in 2024 were enough to spark pandemonium among Oasis fans and were the catalyst for the most eagerly awaited UK gigs of all time. This special unofficial magazine, available to order here, marks the reunion and honours the band both now and down the years with our incredible archive of photos and interviews - and with exclusive reviews and photographs of their first show! Alongside the clip, the High Performance podcast teased in the caption that Noel isn't a "fan" of James. It added in the post on Saturday: "Our interview with [James] is available to watch and listen to now on all podcast platforms!" The post comes amid Noel touring with his brother Liam Gallagher at the moment. The Oasis Live '25 tour has already been to Cardiff and Manchester, with it now heading to London for shows at Wembley Stadium in the next week. It has previously been reported that Noel criticised James in 2006 when he was planning to buy a property next to him in Ibiza. It's been reported that Noel announced that he would be selling his holiday home as he didn't want to be living close to James who would be making "terrible music". James has spoken about Noel on several occasions in recent years. As previously reported, it included during an appearance on the Where There's A Will There's A Wake podcast, with him having been a guest on the podcast in 2023. He's quoted as having said: "I do actually bump into Noel at various places and he only says these things behind your back. To your face he's a coward. He said he couldn't have me writing my s****y songs just down the road from him." viagogo and resale tickets Sites such as viagogo, Stubhub, and Vivid Seats allow fans to buy resale tickets from other fans. However, it is important to note that ticket conditions often prohibit resale after initial purchase. Those tickets may not be valid for admittance to gigs. Fans intending to buy tickets for live events through resale websites should check the ticket terms and conditions, to confirm whether resale is prohibited, before they buy. Ticket terms and conditions can be checked with the original seller, such as Ticketmaster or Live Nation. If resale is prohibited, tickets bought second-hand could be voided and admission to the event refused.
Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Oasis fans 'convinced new album is coming' after spotting one detail
Oasis fans are still holding out hope for a new album from the Gallagher brothers and believe a key detail could shine a light on new material coming after their tour Fans of the rock outfit Oasis are convinced a new album is will happen despite the Gallagher brothers saying no material is on the way. Noel and Liam Gallagher reunited earlier this month for a sold-out show in Cardiff, Wales, with homecoming shows at Heaton Park in Manchester now taking place before the pair head out on the rest of their UK tour. Listeners are holding out hope for new material from the brothers and believe there is a key detail to back their claim. A post to the r/Oasis Reddit page had fans discussing what could be a hint from Noel Gallagher regarding new material from the Gallagher brothers. Whether it comes to light is yet to be seen, but fans are holding out hope regardless. A fan of the band posted: "People say there's not a chance of Oasis releasing a new album, but... They definitely will." Hopeful fans and friends of Liam Gallagher believe new material is on the way, but some are unconvinced. The fan continued: "We all know that Noel said he'd written a whole album of stadium-sized rock n roll guitar songs, and this was while he was secretly planning a huge tour of stadium rock n roll gigs, so what's he going to do with that material? "He won't go back and do a stadium rock album with High Flying Birds- why would he?! And he's not exactly known for just throwing material away. "After the success of these gigs and the obvious joy he's getting from working with Liam again, I feel we're 100% getting a new album at some point. It would just be ridiculous for him to bin the songs." Not every fan was as optimistic as this user, though some are suggesting a new album - which would be the band's first since 2008's Dig Out Your Soul - could happen. A listener replied: "I'd say it's 50/50. I think the tour setlist is indicative of where his head is at in terms of Oasis. He's really not giving much oxygen to later Oasis tracks, which suggests he sees the real value in the classic early stuff. "He knows he can't beat that early stuff - so wouldn't surprise me in the slightest if he just doesn't try to. "He can scratch his songwriting itch in Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds and not try to compete against the Oasis brand quite as much. "But to play devil's advocate here, if he has songs that would better suit Liam's voice, he might just go for it. "I don't think we can say anything with a huge degree of confidence. If I were to bet, though, I'd err toward saying that there won't be any new songs, and that this is purely a nostalgic endeavour to earn some cash." Others believe there is still no chance of a new album from Oasis. One fan wrote: "I'd love it to happen but I really don't think it's likely. The stakes are too high, and honestly the way these gigs are currently going, there couldn't be a more perfect end to the story. "I know it's not what the hardcore fans want to hear but this tour should be seen as the victory lap that it's always been billed as."
Daily Mirror
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Noel Gallagher fans notice same detail at Oasis gigs during UK tour
Oasis fans have been left impressed with the band's live shows in Cardiff and Manchester, with one aspect of the performances in particular being praised by those in attendance Oasis fans have been thrilled by the Gallagher brothers' reunion tour. Noel and Liam Gallagher have received praise for their first joint performance in 16 years after the rock legends kicked off their comeback tour earlier this month in Cardiff before moving on to Heaton Park in Manchester. The band's live gigs have been a hit with the crowd, with gig-goers noting "one thing" keeps getting better each time the brothers take to the stage. A video clip of the Gallaghers performing together at Heaton Park was posted on the Oasis Reddit page, where it sparked a wave of compliments for the reformed group. A fan pointed out that Noel's musical skills appear to be sharpening with every show. "Noel's guitar playing is getting better every night," the fan said, clearly impressed by the older Gallagher brother. "After seeing Anais' [Noel's daughter] Instagram story of her dad playing the Champagne Supernova solo last night, I couldn't help but notice how Noel is seemingly getting better. "Makes a lot of sense, with how little lead guitar he had done since (even before) Oasis originally split up. He definitely seemed a bit out of his element playing solos again, especially at Cardiff night one (makes sense). "But now he seems to be getting more confident, in his playing and body posture (moving around more), just thought I'd share." Other supporters echoed this sentiment, observing that the High Flying Birds frontman appears to have become much more at ease onstage since Oasis' first gig. One admirer commented: "It's only been three shows and he already seems more confident than the first night in Cardiff." However, not everyone is stunned by Noel Gallagher's showmanship, with one observer highlighting the ease of his guitar solos. They wrote: "I see comments saying Noel must of have given his blood, sweat and tears for weeks on end in preparation to play these. "I can barely play guitar and can play this stuff so I'm sure the guy who composed them and has played them 1000s of times wouldn't have had too much trouble remembering how they go." A defender of Gallagher's work replied: "Noel's the first to tell you he's not a good lead guitarist. But it doesn't matter because his solos serve the song." Another fan added: "Correct, but there is a marked difference in his ease and attitude since the start. Of course there would be. The songs aren't incredibly difficult, but the end of the tour I think he'll be flying." Meanwhile an attendee of the first gig in Cardiff suggested the 'Don't Look Back in Anger' craftsman appeared "nervous" during the bands inaugural reunion show. They shared: "The only time I've ever seen Noel look nervous and overwhelmed was on the first night of the reunion."
Metro
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Biggest concert sins to avoid if you're heading to Oasis this weekend
There's nothing more annoying than as a concert goer than someone else ruining the experience for you, especially at a once-in-a-lifetime gig. Oasis' reunion tour is likely to be the most historic gig music lovers will go to at least within this decade (unless you landed Black Sabbath tickets too). The tour has been in unbelievably high demand with tickets like gold dust and Cardiff's opening night did not disappoint. Manchester is up next; the hometown of the Gallaghers and suspected to be an all-round belter of a gig. This means thousands of fans eager to get the best view, best photos, and best videos possible, which can sometimes come at the detriment to others. If you haven't been to a concert since the 00s (when Oasis split) then these are our absolute no-nos for the modern era where phones run riot. Liam Gallagher himself has made no secret about how he hates phones at gigs, complaining it means people are 'not in the moment.' UK electronics website Compare and Recycle estimates 17.3million minutes of Oasis' 33-gig tour will be recorded on phones. That's the equivalent to 33 years of non-stop Oasis recordings. Livestreams have become commonplace, particularly after Taylor Swift's Eras Tour sparking mass watching events and Kneecap's famous Glastonbury live stream (thanks to Helen from Wales). However, if you are holding your phone up the whole show, consider not just those around you but how much you're actually enjoying the music. With your arm in the air for two hours, you can't dance properly and the people behind you might not thank you for watching Noel through your phone screen. Try and limit yourself to recording just your favourite songs and taking a few really good pictures – you're probably never going to watch the whole thing back anyway. Those photos might live forever on your phone but the memories will slide away if you're not in the heat of the moment (we know that last one is High Flying Birds, allow it!). Leading on from the constant filming, a new 'disrespectful' trend has emerged – filming yourself singing along for the entire song with some lighting help. If you've been to a concert before, you'll know it's dark in the crowd as the lights (rightfully) tend to be on the artist performing. In their bid to be the next influencer, some fans are taking the poor lighting into their own hands and using flash – or worse actual lights – throughout the show to improve their selfies. One girl recently went viral for holding her phone up and filming herself with flash on for every single song, prompting outrage on TikTok. 'I wouldn't usually mind but it was through every song for the whole time 😭 videos = ruined,' captioned sophcoops11 who posted the clip. 'Recording yourself with flash the whole time is mad disrespectful to people around you,' said elliottbarnicle. 'Some one was taking photos WITH flash the whole Tate [McRae] concert in Glasgow knew no lyrics either 😭,' added lucy..k1ng. Flipping the camera to show how much you're enjoying yourself is one thing but blinding those behind you (and yourself) for the whole gig is a little indulgent. Just be considerate to those around you and, again, put down the phone and actually be at the concert. You'll have way more fun. A strange phenomenon has been increasingly prevalent at gigs; having a natter during songs that aren't their biggest hits. It never seems to be a quiet whisper between pals either, it's always a deafening, lively discussion that definitely could have been saved for the pub afterwards. Videos frequently crop up online of gig-goers complaining how some people were having full blown conversations in the middle of a crowd, ruining their experience. It's possible in the age of viral videos and influencer culture, many aren't going to the gig as a fan but simply so they don't miss out, meaning they don't actually care about the muisc. Billie Eilish even shushed her crowd during When The Party's Over on her Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour to make sure those emotional moments really landed. We daren't suggest any Oasis song is unknown — shout out to the woman who Shazam'd Wonderwall in Cardiff — but possibly for the less popular tracks when you're not singing along, a conversation might start up. While it might seem innocuous, people have paid a lot of (a lot) money to see these bands and if this is the last chance to hear Half The World Away live, maybe don't ruin that for those around you. Again, this boils down to being less selfish – unless you're suggesting you head to the bar for more drinks, let Liam and Noel be the loudest voice in the room. We get it, seeing the Gallaghers in the flesh is a thrilling concept, however, shoving everyone out of your way in your bid for the barricade is not going to win any favours. For those in standing, finding a prime spot where you can see the stage and dance away is almost as hard as getting the ticket in the first place. The experience is even worse for anyone short at a concert as inevitably someone tall will stand in front of you. Rather than getting annoyed, just move to the side or if they seem nice ask if you can go in front. Generally people appreciate that height is a factor and will adapt to help you out. Sometimes fans will bring large signs to hold up in attempts to get the attention of their icon, hopefully they'll put them down after a verse or two but if not just ask politely or move away. More Trending In emergency cases where someone is being deliberately difficult, a quick knocking down of the sign can do wonders to get your message across. If you're taking a sign, for goodness sake put it down. At the end of the day, a gig is meant to be a community experience with everyone enjoying live music together so go with it and don't look back in anger. 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: Readers discuss royal value, road rules, seagulls and Spitting Image MORE: Noel Gallagher's ex Meg Mathews explains why she left Oasis' comeback gig early MORE: 'Disaster struck when I went to see Oasis perform 16 years ago'
Wales Online
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
'I saw Oasis' first comeback gig - and one thing proves real reason for reunion'
'I saw Oasis' first comeback gig - and one thing proves real reason for reunion' Oasis brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher performed their first live show together in 16 years in Cardiff on Friday, as part of their 41-date comeback tour The Oasis brothers will make a reported £400million for the tour On Friday, a sold-out crowd of 75,000 Oasis fans gathered together to watch the pair's first gig since 2009 at Cardiff's Principality Stadium. Belting out their greatest hits from Wonderwall to Supernova, videos show the crowd in high spirits as they embraced the moment they've all been waiting for. It was 16 years ago that Noel Gallagher quit the band after a backstage fight with his brother Liam, and the siblings had struggled to make amends from that moment on. During their separate music paths, Noel went on to front his band High Flying Birds while Liam formed Beady Eye. In what some believed was fake news at first, the siblings sent fans wild in August 2024 when they announced their long-awaited reunion. This came after Noel reportedly turned down a £100million deal for a reunion, and insisted it would only happen in the form of a hologram. Fast forward 11 months, and it's finally happening. The pair's opening show in Wales is just one of 41 shows in their schedule. Article continues below Guitarist Paul 'Bonehead' Arthurs stood between the Oasis brothers on stage Following their first gig, many critics and attendees have shared their thoughts, and the reviews have mostly been positive. According to one concertgoer however, the pair's gig was everything the fans had hoped for, though one thing was obvious. The Guardian's Alexis Petridis claims there was distance between the brothers on stage, which seemingly proves that the reunion is solely a cash opportunity. Alongside his five out of five star rating, he wrote: "No one, including, to their immense credit, Liam and Noel Gallagher, is interested in pretending this tour is anything other than a hugely lucrative cash-grab, and clearly you only grab the maximum possible cash if the tour doesn't descend into the kind of bedlam to which Oasis tours were once prone." He added: "Liam and Noel have rhythm guitarist Paul 'Bonehead' Arthurs stood squarely between them on stage, creating distance. "You could say that removes a hint of their old combustibility, the hint of potential chaos that was at least part of Oasis' appeal." While there may have been some distance on stage, videos show the brothers clasping hands as they walked onto the stage, a moment nobody thought they'd see again. Oasis brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher clasped hands as they walked onto the stage During the show, Liam also thanked fans for "putting up with" them, adding: "I know we're hard work." With reported earnings of £400 million for the tour, it's no wonder that the pair couldn't refuse the offer. This eye-watering sum is an estimated total of ticket sales, merchandise, as well as the likes of sponsorship deals. Article continues below Some tickets for the gigs have cost fans over £800 to attend, sparking fury amongst concertgoers. Addressing the expensive tickets on stage, Liam joked: 'You're all having a good time yeah? Was it worth the £40,000 you paid for a ticket?' The Oasis brothers will perform at Cardiff again this evening, before heading to Heaton Park in Manchester for five performances on July 11, 12, 16, 19, and 20.
