At 57 and 51, Noel and Liam Gallagher are not the hell-raising youths of the 90s. Still, their 2025 reunion tour is on a tightrope; a single misstep and everything will unravel. Another fallout is a perennial risk, but the glory from a sustained peace can anchor their legacy.
The iconic Britpop band Oasis, led by the tempestuous Gallagher brothers, Liam and Noel, has roared back into the spotlight with their much-anticipated reunion tour. After a 15-year hiatus marked by public feuds and solo ventures, the brothers announced the “Oasis Live ’25 tour,” sending shockwaves through the music world and reigniting the fervour of fans who have longed for the band’s return. But as the dust settles on this monumental reunion, significant questions loom about what lies ahead for Oasis beyond 2025. Will this be a fleeting nostalgic jaunt or the beginning of a new chapter?
This article explores the band’s reunion tour, the possibilities of a full-time comeback, the potential for another fallout between Liam and Noel, the likelihood of sustained friendship, the prospect of new music, and the chances of another tour.
Oasis Live ’25 Tour
The “Oasis Live ’25 tour” will mark a seismic moment in the band’s history; Liam and Noel Gallagher will perform together on stage after years of acrimony that culminated following their split in 2009 at the Rock en Seine festival in Paris.
The brothers announced in August 2024 that the tour would kick off on July 4, 2025, at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium, followed by a 17-date run across the UK, Ireland, and North America. It also included four nights at Manchester’s Heaton Park and two additional shows at Wembley Stadium, which were added due to overwhelming demand for Oasis tickets. According to a report from NME, a lineup featuring Noel and Liam alongside returning bandmates has been confirmed: Paul “Bonehead” Arthurs, Gem Archer, and Andy Bell, with Joey Waronker stepping in as drummer.
The reunion was to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their debut album, “Definitely Maybe”, in 2024 and the upcoming 30th anniversary of “What’s the Story? (Morning Glory)” in 2025. Fans have responded with unparalleled enthusiasm, with ticket sales marred only by controversies over dynamic pricing, prompting the UK government to investigate. Oasis announced new North America shows in September 2024, with dates in Toronto, Chicago, and Mexico City, signalling Oasis’s enduring resonance.
This tour carries emotional weight: “The guns have fallen silent. The stars have aligned. The great wait is over,” the band declared in a press release, hinting at a reconciliation, arguably driven by timing rather than a single epiphany. Yet, speculations are still swirling as the “Oasis ’25 Live tour approaches.
Oasis Reunion Tour: A one-off victory lap or a springboard to something permanent?
A full-time comeback after the band’s reunion tour hinges on multiple factors, including the brothers’ reconciliation, financial incentives, and their creative appetites. Liam and Noel could earn £50 million and upwards each at the end of the reunion tour in 2025, per BBC estimates; this demonstrates the lucrative potential of their brand. Oasis’ streaming numbers increased the band’s monthly Spotify listeners to 21.6 million as of 2024. This phoenix-like return could capitalise on nostalgia and a new generation of fans drawn to their timeless tracks like “Wonderwall” and “Don’t Look Back in Anger”.
Oasis has thrived as a live act, their 1996 Knebworth shows drawing 250,000 fans over two nights. The scale of their upcoming tour suggests they could reclaim that mantle; however, a full-time comeback would require more than gigs. It will demand heavy studio work and a cohesive vision, with the boys’ age and their past; fans are keeping a keen eye on how everything unfolds with the band.
Since their split, Noel has released four albums with his band, the High Flying Birds, while Liam has issued three solo records with a collaborative effort with John Squire. Both have proven they can succeed independently. However, Oasis’s alchemy lies in their partnership, as Noel reflected in the 2016 Supersonic documentary: “When I would sing a song, it would sound good. When he sang it, it sounded great.”
However, the absence of plans for new music in 2025, as confirmed by the band, tempers expectations of an immediate full-time return. Liam teased on social media last year, claiming that an album was finished in September 2024, only to retract it in November; all these add ambiguity. However, a permanent comeback for Oasis solely depends on the tour’s success and the brothers’ ability to coexist beyond it. For now, the odds lean toward a cautious “maybe”, with the tour serving as a litmus test for their future.
Volatile peace
The Gallagher brothers’ relationship rollercoaster of affection and animosity makes their potential for another fallout a pressing concern. The band’s split in 2009 culminated in years of tension; their show in Paris was merely the final straw in a saga of cricket bat clashes and verbal sparring. Before the breakup, Liam branded Noel a “sad little dwarf”, while Noel quipped, “I liked my mum until she gave birth to Liam.” Recently, their feud has seen a thaw, with Noel praising Liam’s vocal prowess in 2024, while Liam dedicated “Half the World Away” to his brother during his performance at the Reading Festival.
The Oasis 2025 tour will be an excellent follow-up to the fear of their recent détente holding and the fragility of their history; it will be an edgy tour. The brothers’ egos will play a crucial role in the success of this tour; Liam’s swagger and Noel’s stoicism in one rehearsal room again could reignite old wounds, especially under the pressure of a global spotlight. Furthermore, Noel’s 2023 divorce from Sara MacDonald reportedly cost him over £20 million, and his comments about selling the band’s publishing rights in 2025 might add financial stakes that may test their budding truce.
Burying decades of carrying the hatchet
Can Liam and Noel sustain their newfound harmony beyond 2025? This has been a bugging question on the minds of Oasis fans since the band announced their reunion.
Noel’s recent praise for his brother has suggested that the reunion is off to a happy start. He described his brother’s voice in an interview as “10 shots of tequila on a Friday” and his as “half a Guinness on a Tuesday.” He is willing to coexist with his brother during this tour, but what happens after is a question only the brothers can answer.
Their 2017 Christmas exchange on social media, where Liam expressed hope of seeing Noel, was a rare olive branch after years of silence. Beneath the barbs, there is evidence of mutual respect, and fans long to see them perform together on stage.
The tour’s financial stakes could also motivate them to keep the peace; each brother is estimated to net at least £50 million. A successful run, with sold-out crowds singing along to “Live Forever”, might remind them of their shared legacy’s power and push them to forge a bond stronger than past grievances. If they can navigate the tour’s pressures, they might emerge as allies, not bandmates, but partners preserving Oasis’s mythos.
“Bonehead” Arthurs, Andy Bell, and Gem Archer will join the brothers on tour. Their presence might offer a buffer and a bridge between the volatile siblings. Joey Waeonker replaces Chris Sharrock on drums, bringing an outsider’s calm, and his focus will be mainly on the tour and proving himself rather than any drama. If Oasis can weather the storm and put on a show like never before, we could witness the return of one of the most iconic bands.
New music alert
The possibility of new music from the band is a fan’s fever dream, one clouded by uncertainty. Liam claimed an album was finished last year, sparking excitement everywhere, only for him to backtrack, calling it a joke. As pissed as Oasis fans were, the band’s official stance is clear: there is no new music planned for 2025. This is a cautious approach to avoid the pitfalls of peers like “The Stone Roses”, whose reunion in 2011 fizzled with lacklustre singles.
However, there is no doubt that there is creative potential to make new music. Noel’s songwriting prowess remains sharp. He released four albums with his band, the “High Flying Birds”. Liam’s voice retains that youthful, raw edge and has three solo records to showcase his vocal grit. Of course, a new album depends on the rest of the band; also, their chemistry could yield something potent. A new album would reveal a matured sound with less Whichrock bravado, and Oasis will be after satisfying the Gen Z audience hungry for fresh Britpop.
Fans have received the 2025 tour, which will be held in July 2025. Rapturous crowds at concert grounds might inspire the band to return to the studio, especially if financial projections hold.
Another tour on the cards?
The “Oasis Live ’25” tour is a monumental event for Oasis, who will mark their first performances together since their dramatic breakup in 2009 after a backstage altercation in Paris.
If the “Oasis Live ’25” tour succeeds, will Oasis hit the road again? The initial announcement billed it as a “world tour”, with plans to extend beyond Europe and North America in 2025. The demand for tickets was astronomical, leading to the addition of extra Wembley dates to underscore fans’ insatiable appetite. A follow-up tour in 2026 or beyond could see the band perform in Asia, Australia, or South America, venues untapped by the current run.
The success of bands like The Rolling Stones, touring into their twilight years, suggests Oasis could sustain a cycle of periodic reunions, especially if Liam and Noel maintain civility.
It’s a no-brainer financially; the Gallagher brothers could rake in millions, possibly more than the haul projected for 2025. That is enough inspiration to have another go. Another tour seems probable, provided the brothers’ truce endures and their knees hold up to the rigours of “Rock ‘n’ Roll Star”.
Then, perhaps in 2027, Oasis might embark on another tour to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the band’s third studio album, “Be Here Now.”
Possibly Maybe!?