Oasis Ends 15-Year Feud, Announces 2025 Reunion Tour

British rock band Oasis, a defining figure in the Britpop movement, has officially announced a reunion tour set for 2025, putting an end to the nearly 15-year-long feud between its iconic lead members, brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher. The news, which has sent waves of excitement across the music world, was revealed in a social media post on Tuesday, confirming that the Oasis Live ’25 tour is set to begin next summer.

The announcement comes as a significant moment in rock history, as the Gallagher brothers have been estranged since the band’s acrimonious split in 2009. The Oasis Live ’25 reunion tour marks not only a significant musical event but also a symbolic resolution to years of tension and public spats that seemed irreconcilable to fans and media alike. In the announcement, Oasis stated, “This is it, this is happening,” confirming that the long-rumored reunion was finally a reality. The initial schedule for the tour was partially revealed, with the first concert set for July 4, 2025, in Cardiff, Wales. The band will then perform across England, Scotland, and Ireland over the following two months, rekindling the spirit of Britpop for a new generation and offering nostalgia for longtime fans.

While the posts did not specify the full lineup for the reunion shows, the announcement prominently featured an image of Liam Gallagher, the band’s lead singer, alongside his older brother, Noel Gallagher, who served as the band’s lead guitarist and chief songwriter. The Gallagher brothers, who have been at the heart of Oasis since its formation, are key to the band’s identity, and their reconciliation is central to the significance of this reunion. The concerts scheduled for the U.K. and Ireland will be the only European performances for Oasis next year, although the band has hinted that there are plans to extend the tour to other continents later in the year. This news has only heightened the anticipation among fans worldwide, many of whom had given up hope of ever seeing the band perform live again.

The reunion was not entirely unexpected, as the Gallagher brothers had been dropping hints on social media in the days leading up to the announcement. However, the official confirmation has ignited a wave of excitement and speculation about what fans can expect from the reunion tour. Many are eager to see how the band’s dynamic will play out on stage after years of animosity and whether the magic that defined their early years can be recaptured. In a statement accompanying the announcement, Oasis offered a poetic and somewhat cryptic reflection on their reunion: “The guns have fallen silent. The stars have aligned. The great wait is over. Come see. It will not be televised.” This message, with its grandiose and enigmatic tone, has left fans and critics alike speculating about the meaning behind the reunion and the potential surprises that the tour may hold.

Oasis was formed in 1991 in Manchester, England, and quickly rose to prominence as one of the leading bands of the Britpop movement. Their debut album, Definitely Maybe, released in 1994, became the fastest-selling debut album in British music history and earned a platinum certification in the United States. The band’s success continued with subsequent albums, particularly (What’s the Story) Morning Glory? which included iconic tracks like “Wonderwall,” “Don’t Look Back in Anger,” and “Champagne Supernova.” Despite their commercial success and influence on the music scene, Oasis was plagued by internal conflict, largely driven by the volatile relationship between Noel and Liam Gallagher. Their public disputes often overshadowed their musical achievements, with frequent clashes both on and off stage. This tension eventually led to Noel Gallagher’s departure from the band in 2009, a move that effectively ended Oasis as a functioning group.

At the time of his departure, Noel cited an inability to continue working with his brother as the primary reason for leaving, famously stating that he “simply could not go on working with Liam a day longer.” The breakup was followed by a legal battle and a very public feud, with both brothers exchanging barbs through the media and on social media platforms. The animosity between them seemed insurmountable, with both pursuing separate musical careers—Noel with his band Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, and Liam with his solo work and brief stint with the band Beady Eye. Over the years, there have been numerous rumors and speculations about a possible Oasis reunion, but these were always dismissed by the Gallagher brothers, often with derision. However, recent months have seen a softening of rhetoric, with both Noel and Liam hinting at the possibility of a reunion, though it was often unclear whether these were serious intentions or just playful teases.

The Oasis Live ’25 tour announcement marks a remarkable turnaround in their relationship and offers fans a chance to relive the band’s glory days. It also raises questions about what the future holds for Oasis beyond the tour. Will this be a one-time event, or could it signal a more permanent reunion and possibly new music? For now, fans are left to speculate and eagerly await the start of the tour, which promises to be one of the most significant musical events in recent history. As the world prepares for Oasis’s return to the stage, the legacy of the Gallagher brothers and their music continues to endure, with the 2025 reunion tour set to add a new chapter to the story of one of Britain’s most iconic bands.