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”.
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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”.
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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.
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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.
Fall Out Boy announce huge Manchester gig on Twilight of the Punks Tour
Lydia Mastrolonardo
The Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum rock group, Fall Out Boy, have announced a stop over in Manchester as part of the biggest global tour of their career to date.
The Twilight of the Punks 2027 tour announcement follows the release of the bands newest song ‘ACES,’ marking the end to their long-awaited return to music production.
The band began subtly hinting at a tour earlier last month, sparking excitement among fans worldwide.
‘ACES,’ produced and mixed by Neil Avron, channels the nostalgic, unmistakable energy of the band’s early days, as a nod to the sound that solidified the band within the pop-punk scene all those years ago. It also marks a particularly special time for the band as they celebrate their 25th year together.
And now Fall Out Boy are celebrating the milestone with a 15-date live tour across Europe and the UK, including a night at Co-op Live in Manchester.
That’s all before completing the tour in North America next summer, including a landmark hometown stadium performance at Chicago’s legendary Soldier Field.
Fall out Boy will be joined by special guests A Day To Remember and Neck Deep on all European dates.
For those of you that aren’t familiar – A Day To Remember are an Floridian rock band specialising in metal-core and pop-punk music.
Neck Deep are a Welsh pop-punk band that will be bringing some of their hits such as ‘Wish You Were Here’ and ‘In Bloom,’ to the stage next summer.
Fall Out Boy will perform at the Co-op Live in Manchester on Thursday 3 June 2027.
Tickets will go on presale tomorrow from 12pm midday, before general sale begins on Thursday 12 November from 12pm HERE.
Fall Out Boy UK and Ireland tour dates in full
Sunday 30 May 2027 – Glasgow, OVO Hydro
Tuesday 1 June 2027 – Dublin, 3Arena
Thursday 3 June 2027 – Manchester, Co-op Live
Saturday 5 June 2027 – London, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Soopa Hooch are on the hunt for the UK’s next big DJ to support Girls Don’t Sync member at XLR
Lydia Mastrolonardo
It’s no secret that Manchester has gained a surplus of aspiring DJs in recent years – well now it’s time to put those skills to use and show the rest of the UK what Manchester is made of.
Soopa Hooch has just launched Soopa Charged Sounds, an exciting competition, aiming to uncover emerging talent across the UK, offering one lucky winner the opportunity to perform at XLR, supporting member of Girl’s Don’t Sync, Gaia Ahuja aka G33.
Not only would the winner gain the platform to showcase their skills but they would also gain a year’s supply of Soopa Hooch drinks and a home DJ set up – now have I got your attention?
Come on, it seems only right that a Mancunian should win considering the event would be hosted inside our very own iconic nightclub, XLR Manchester.
So, if it’s always your job to supply the music wherever you go, you’re the friend that never fails to know the track ID or you simply practice in the safety of your bedroom – this is your time to shine. Dust off those decks, brush up on your mixes and get applying.
Soopa Hooch, the wild, bolder cousin of the classic Hooch, is an 8% ABV sparkling vodka mix available in five different flavours – Blue Raspberry, Twisted Tropical, Electric Lemonade, Darkest Berry and Cherry Cola, providing the perfect flavour for every kind of playlist.
Sam Watson, Brand Manager at Soopa Hooch and Hooch, commented: “We know there’s a huge amount of undiscovered DJ talent out there, whether they’re creating mixes at home or already making waves in their local scene.
“We’ve launched Soopa Charged Sounds to give that talent a platform to get their skills heard, and we can’t wait to shine a light on DJs who are bringing energy to pre-drinks and parties across the country.”
Soopa Hooch are on the hunt for the UK’s next big DJ. Credit: The Manc GroupThe chosen DJ will support Girls Don’t Sync member G33 at XLR. Credit: Supplied
Think you or someone you know has what it takes? Simply create a 15-20-minute mini mix and submit it via the Soopa Hooch website to enter by Thursday 26 November 2026.
The mixes will be reviewed by a panel of experts, from regional DJ radio stations up and down the country, on the following five key criteria: creativity, originality, ability, energy and overall suitability. Five finalists will then be announced on Sunday 20 December, before the lucky winner is crowned on Thursday 28 January 2027.
The Soopa Charged Sounds winner will then swap their bedroom desks for the big stage, for a live performance at XLR nightclub, on Friday 26 February 2027.
Danny Jones -
12th May 2023 
