Liam Gallagher says that he’s going to perform Oasis’ iconic debut album, Definitely Maybe, in full to celebrate its 30th anniversary next year. Oh hell yeah.
2024 will mark three whole decades since one of the greatest and most influential albums of all time was released, sending Oasis into the stratosphere and making them not only the biggest acts to come out of Manchester but one of the most well-known bands in the world.
Packed with some of the most legendary tunes — ‘Supersonic’, ‘Cigarettes & Alcohol’, ‘Slide Away’, ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll Star’, ‘Live Forever’ and ‘Shakermaker’, just to name a few — it still remains a seminal piece of Manc and modern rock music heritage, so it’s only right it be properly celebrated.
With that in mind, Gallagher tweeted on Thursday, 11 May that he intends to put on a number of shows where he’ll be “playing the album from start to finish”. This just has to happen now, please.
As it’s 30 years since DM was released nxt year I’m gonna be playing the album from start to finish in it’s original order at a few BIBLICAL venues LG x
Responding to a commenter who said, “you can’t do this without Noel“, the younger Gallagher brother simply said, “watch me”.
Liam has never shied away from playing Oasis songs on tour but given the majority of the iconic Britpop band’s discography was written by Noel, the older sibling kind of has dibs on a lot of the tunes and also mixes in a lot of his old songs into his current High Flying Birds sets.
Nevertheless, Liam has always defended his decision to play their hits and deep cuts down the years, arguing that “anyone who’s got a problem with [him] singing Oasis tunes ain’t real Oasis fans, there just massive C***Z” and that regardless of their 14-year-long spat, he’s “Oasis till I die”.
Speaking of the lesser-played album tracks, Liam went on to say that even intends B-sides like ‘Cloudburst’, ‘Sad Song’ and ‘Whatever’. Even after this time, his love for that time in his life is still plain for all to see.
Liam said that these prospective shows will only be played at a few “BIBLICAL venues” and while that could mean anything from Knebworth to Wembley, we’re hoping we see more than one Manchester date on there.
Heaton Park, the Arena, the Etihad? To be honest, we’re not really fussed, just make it happen.
As for whether it’s the kind of thing Noel would go in for given the momentous nature of the occasion, we’re going to go ahead and assume no.
Nevertheless, one Gallagher is still keeping the hope of an Oasis reunion alive as even besides Definitely Maybe‘s 30th anniversary, Liam say he’s more than up for getting the band back together in his football team finally do the business in Europe this season.
A much-loved Manc drinking spot is handing out FREE spritzes to Sounds of the City gig-goers
Danny Jones
Popular Manchester city centre drinking spot, Society, is handing out free spritzes to gig-goers heading to this year’s Sounds of the City festival.
The annual series of live music events returned at the start of the month, with Castlefield Bowl once again being turned into one of the best amphitheatres in the country – not that we’re biased, or anything.
And since we’re in a month packed with outdoor gigs (pretty sure there’s some local band on at Heaton Park), what better drink to help you get a bit loose before the party starts than a refreshing spritz in the sunshiiine?
Better yet, if you fancy copping a complimentary one, Society beer and food hall are handing out freebies for those going to Sounds of the City 2025.
As you can see, the deal is simple: turn up to the beautiful Society beer garden or equally lovely indoor space and show your ticket to the bar staff to get your hands on a free spritzer.
Now, there is a catch, as they’re only promising 100 free drinks in total across all seven concerts this July, and three of them have already been – which could be a blessing or a curse – and they’re available on a first come first serve basis from 4pm on each event date.
However, we’ll admit we were a little late to the news on this occasion, so there’s a chance plenty of others haven’t heard about the offer either, meaning you could still be able to sort yourself a free Sarti or Aperol Spritz (only 50 of each available).
Salivating.Sounds of the City is just a short walk from Society.Credit: The Manc Eats/Audio North
With 2025 season openers, Elbow, having kicked things off in true Manc style, as well as The Charlatans and Shed Seven having already played, the word may have gotten out, but it’s still worth a crack. Besides, Society is still a brilliant summery drinking spot regardless.
The deal is available across all remaining concert dates:
Wed, 9 July – The Black Keys, with support from Miles Kane
Thurs, 10 July – Bloc Party, with support from The Royston Club
Fri, 11 July – Rizzle Kicks, with support from Maverick Sabre and Abbie McCarthy
Sat, 12th July – Basement Jaxx, with support from Mike Skinner (DJ Set) and Storm Mollison
Oh, and if you’re wondering what SOTC 2025 has been like so far, the neighbouring balconies have been full as always, Castlefield Hotel has been packed, and we got Guy Garvey to wave at a train driver…
Featured Images — The Manc Group/Society (supplied)
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Oasis merch prices as huge flagship stand opens in Manchester city centre
Daisy Jackson
An official Oasis merch stand has opened in the heart of Manchester, selling all the Gallagher-printed wares your heart could desire.
The Oasis Live ‘25 Touring Flagship Stand has sprung up on St Peter’s Square today, where it will remain for the duration of the Manchester reunion shows.
Stacked with everything from band tees to bucket hats, plus posters, tote bags, and that exclusive adidas x Oasis collection, the merch stand is already pulling in some serious queues.
And with a few days still to go until Oasis Live ‘25 hits Heaton Park (those dates, if they aren’t burned into your brain, are 11, 12, 16, 19 and 20 July) there’s still plenty more time to shop.
The merch stand has opened in addition to the official merch fan store across town in Spinningfields.
And it’s at the heart of the Music for the Senses art trail, which has seen painted guitar artworks installed all over the city centre.
Back to that Oasis merch stand in Manchester though – there are pieces from their adidas collection, including a sky blue (obviously) three-stripe long-sleeved jersey for £55, a tour jacquard football jersey for £85, and a classic Firebird track top for £90.
Event-specific merch like t-shirts in various colours emblazoned with the Oasis Live ‘25 artwork will set you back £40, and you can choose from photos of the brothers back together in 2025, or back in their pre-split heyday.
Oasis merch prices as huge flagship stand opens in Manchester city centre
There’s also a £70 black hoody with the tour dates on the sleeve, plus a What’s The Story blue-tone hoody for £70, and a blue tone sweatshirt for £50.
A range of posters starring Liam and Noel are priced at £40 apiece.
There’s an Oasis Live ‘25 tote bag for sale at the merch stand in town, which costs £20.
Then the most Manc item of all – a reversible bucket hat (black on one side with the Oasis logo in the centre, or a collage of Oasis logos on the other side) – is £35.
The stand is home to city-specific event items, exclusive adidas lines, and other exclusives.
The Oasis Live ’25 Touring Flagship Stand is open from 10am to 8pm Monday to Saturday, and 11am to 6pm on Sundays, then 10am to 7pm on Oasis show days.
Danny Jones -
12th May 2023 
