Cardiff, Wales – One of British rock music’s most anticipated returns is now underway. Iconic Manchester band Oasis, featuring the famously tumultuous sibling duo Liam and Noel Gallagher, is set to kick off their highly awaited reunion tour tonight, Friday, July 4, 2025, at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales. This pivotal event marks the group’s first collective performance since their acrimonious split in 2009, ending a hiatus that has spanned over a decade and a half.
A second concert is scheduled for Saturday, July 5, 2025, at the same Principality Stadium venue, ensuring a full weekend of resurgent rock anthems for Welsh fans and those who have travelled from further afield. The choice of Cardiff to launch such a significant global trek underscores the city’s standing as a major concert destination.
The Return After 16 Years
For millions of fans worldwide, the return of Oasis is more than just a series of concerts; it is the revival of a cultural phenomenon that defined a generation in the 1990s and early 2000s. Their last performance together occurred prior to the band’s abrupt dissolution in August 2009, following a backstage altercation between the Gallagher brothers at the Rock en Seine festival near Paris. The intervening years have been filled with separate musical projects for both Liam and Noel Gallagher and persistent speculation about a potential reunion, often fuelled by public exchanges between the siblings.
The confirmation of this tour, therefore, represents the culmination of years of rumour and fervent hope from their loyal fanbase. The Principality Stadium dates in Cardiff are not merely the opening nights; they are the symbolic first steps on a path the band appears committed to, as suggested by comments attributed to one half of the songwriting core.
Noel Gallagher, the principal songwriter and guitarist, was reportedly seen arriving in Cardiff by train ahead of the initial gig, a seemingly understated arrival for an artist about to embark on a global comeback tour of this magnitude. Adding further weight to the significance of this moment, Noel Gallagher is quoted as declaring, “there’s no going back.” This statement, if accurately reflecting the sentiment within the band’s camp, signals a potential long-term commitment to the reunited project, moving beyond a one-off event to a sustained return to the global stage.
A Global Trek Ahead
Following the two nights at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium, the reunion tour is set to transform into a comprehensive global undertaking. The itinerary, as currently outlined, includes performances across multiple continents. Fans in the UK will have further opportunities to see the band. Beyond their home country, the tour is scheduled to take Oasis to the United States, bringing their brand of anthemic rock to North American audiences. The tour will then span the globe, with confirmed dates in South Korea and Japan in Asia, followed by visits to Australia, and concluding with performances in South America. This expansive schedule highlights the enduring international appeal of Oasis and the scale of this reunion.
Each leg of the tour is expected to draw massive crowds, eager to hear iconic hits like “Wonderwall,” “Don’t Look Back in Anger,” “Live Forever,” and many others performed live by the original core members for the first time in 16 years. The setlists for the Cardiff shows are highly anticipated, likely to feature a mix of their most famous tracks alongside potential deeper cuts from their extensive back catalogue.
Beyond the Music: Commercial Collaborations
Adding another layer to the reunion’s significance, and underscoring the band’s continued cultural relevance and commercial power, is a major brand partnership announced in parallel with the tour. In related news, global sportswear giant Adidas has announced a new clothing line collaboration with the band. Oasis has long had a close association with Adidas, with members frequently wearing the brand’s iconic tracksuits and trainers, influencing fashion trends among their fanbase. This official collaboration further solidifies the intertwined identities of the band and the brand, capitalising on the immense publicity and fan engagement generated by the reunion.
The Adidas collaboration is expected to release a range of apparel and footwear, tapping into the nostalgia and ongoing style influence of the band. Such commercial ventures are common alongside major musical comebacks, but the specific partnership with Adidas holds particular resonance given the band’s history and aesthetic.
Anticipation Reaches Fever Pitch
The atmosphere in Cardiff is electric as fans converge on the Principality Stadium. The city is buzzing with the energy of concert-goers, many of whom have waited years for this moment. The reunion of Oasis is not just a musical event; it is a cultural touchstone, bringing together generations of fans who grew up with their music and new listeners discovering their legacy. The journey from a Manchester council estate band to global superstars, marked by internal conflict and spectacular success, has always captured public imagination.
Noel Gallagher’s assertion that “there’s no going back” suggests a deliberate decision to move forward, perhaps leaving behind some of the past friction, at least professionally. While the dynamic between the brothers has been famously volatile, their musical synergy is undeniable, and it is this combination that fans are lining up in their thousands to witness once again.
As the lights dim and the first notes ring out across the Principality Stadium tonight, it will mark a significant moment in rock history – the return of Oasis, proving that even after 16 years, their music and their story continue to resonate powerfully across the globe. The Cardiff shows are merely the beginning of what promises to be one of the most talked-about tours of the decade.
