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Oasis Fans Face £1 Billion Spending Surge as Reunion Tour Tickets Resurface

Selective ticket releases for Oasis' Live '25 UK shows spark renewed excitement while scrutiny of ticket pricing practices continues.

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A view of a mural of Oasis band members Liam and Noel Gallagher by artist Pic.One.Art on the side of Sifters record shop in the Burnage area of Manchester, Britain, August 31, 2024. REUTERS/Phil Noble/File Photo
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Overview

  • Oasis has released a limited batch of production tickets for Cardiff, London, and Edinburgh shows, available to select fans via email codes.
  • Barclays projects a total fan spend of £1.06 billion across the band's 17 UK tour dates, with average individual expenses estimated at £766.
  • The reunion tour, featuring Liam and Noel Gallagher alongside bassist Andy Bell, marks the band's first performances together in 16 years.
  • The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority continues to investigate Ticketmaster’s dynamic pricing practices following initial sales controversies.
  • The tour reflects a broader shift toward the 'experience economy,' with fans prioritizing live events over material purchases.