
Liam and Noel on stage at Principality Stadium, Cardiff, 05/07/2025. Copyright Sandra - talktonight27
Cardiff’s Principality Stadium bore witness to a historic and deeply emotional night as Oasis, the iconic Manchester band, reunited after a 16-year hiatus. The concert, the first of their highly anticipated “Oasis Live ’25” tour, saw Liam and Noel Gallagher share the stage for the first time since their 2009 split, delivering a performance that left fans “in tears” and critics hailing it as “the rock reunion to end them all.”
The atmosphere was electric, a long-awaited moment for the more than 70,000 fans who packed the stadium. From the opening chords of “Hello,” the band’s signature “wall of sound” enveloped the arena, instantly transporting the crowd back to the height of Britpop. Liam Gallagher’s vocals were as powerful and distinctive as ever, as he greeted the “beautiful people” with a heartfelt “it’s been too long.”
One of the most poignant moments of the evening came when Noel Gallagher, usually the stoic of the duo, was visibly overcome with emotion. During the performance of “Half The World Away,” he paused, taking a moment to absorb the overwhelming scene before him, a rare glimpse into the elder Gallagher’s profound connection to the music and the moment. On the second night of the tour, Noel also took time to acknowledge Paul “Bonehead” Arthurs, shouting out the founding member and stating, “if it wasn’t for him, none of this would have happened!”
The setlist was a journey through Oasis’s formidable discography, including fan favorites like “Acquiesce,” “Morning Glory,” and a powerful rendition of “Champagne Supernova” to close the main set. The concert was also marked by significant tributes: “Live Forever” was dedicated to the late footballer Diogo Jota, while “Don’t Look Back In Anger” resonated deeply with Manchester fans, as the stage screens displayed the city’s iconic bee symbol, acknowledging the song’s role as an anthem of resilience.
Beyond the music, the night offered symbolic gestures of reconciliation that fans had longed for. Liam and Noel appeared together, at times holding arms aloft, and reportedly shared a brief embrace on stage – a powerful visual given their tumultuous past. Liam himself addressed their notorious history, telling the crowd during the encore, “Nice one for putting up with us over the years, we know we’ve been difficult.”
While the reunion was met with overwhelming adoration, there was a touch of the characteristic Gallagher wit, even on sensitive topics. Noel made a sarcastic remark about the high ticket prices, quipping, “It’s just gone up!” – an apparent nod to the dynamic pricing controversies.
The Cardiff concert served as a testament to Oasis’s enduring appeal, captivating not only long-time devotees but also drawing in a new generation of “Gen Z” fans. As the band embarks on their extensive “Live ’25” tour across the UK, North America, South America, Asia, and Australia, it’s clear that Oasis is back, ready to reclaim their place as one of music’s most electrifying and emotionally resonant acts. A movie about the reunion, produced by Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight, is reportedly in the works, ensuring that this monumental return will be etched into cultural history.