The Gallagher brothers are finally getting back together for a string of live dates next year. But who will be joining the newly reformed Oasis?
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Oasis has officially confirmed a long-awaited reunion tour, with the Brit rock icons announcing a string of live dates that will take place across summer 2025.
Over the weekend, the internet was abuzz with speculation that a reunion was imminent, after posts teasing an Oasis-related announcement – published to both Noel and Liam Gallagher’s social media channels – made their way online.
During his set at Reading Festival on Sunday (August 25), Liam also dedicated a song to his former Oasis bandmate. This came after Noel heaped praise on his brother, with whom he hasn’t played live since 2009, during a recent interview.
It turns out such friendly exchanges were just a precursor to ‘Oasis Live ’25’ – a 14-date tour of the United Kingdom with shows in Cardiff, Manchester, London, Edinburgh and Dublin.
“The guns have fallen silent. The stars have aligned,” a statement from the band says. “The great wait is over. Come see. It will not be televised.”
According to a press release, plans are in motion to take Oasis Live ’25 to other continents next year.
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In the years that have followed, fans have clamored for one of the most influential British rock bands to reunite, with their long-awaited return now finally becoming a reality.
The only question that remains is, who will be joining the Gallagher brothers in the reformed Oasis lineup and, specifically, who will be playing guitar alongside Noel?
Oasis - Oasis Live '25 [Official Trailer] - YouTube
The band’s founding member and original rhythm guitarist, Paul ‘Bonehead’ Arthurs, will certainly be in contention for the role, and will no doubt be a fan favorite casting, having been present at the height of Oasis’ fame.
Not only that, in the past Liam has also reportedly made Bonehead’s recruitment in any potential Oasis reunion a key condition to his own involvement. Whether that has been the case this time round, though, remains to be seen.
Gem Archer, who replaced Bonehead and subsequently played in both Gallagher brother’s solo projects, is another name that will be closely linked in the lead up to the live dates. However, speaking to Guitar World in January, Archer implied a reunion was completely off the cards.
“If anyone thinks we'd be getting back together or getting on some sort of track, it’s just not one of those things that’s happening,” he said of a potential Oasis reformation. “So when those conversations come up, or my daughter asks, I say, ‘Look, no. Shall we have a fucking cup of tea?’”
Archer, however, does have the benefit of being a member of Noel's High Flying Birds band, and was also part of Liam's Beady Eye project. Bonehead, meanwhile, has sporadically played with Liam over the years, most recently during his Definitely Maybe tour.
Oasis - Champagne Supernova (Live From Knebworth '96) - YouTube
As for the bass role, Andy Bell – who replaced founding bassist Paul Francis McGuigan – has already expressed his interest in joining an Oasis reunion, despite the fact it could clash with his ongoing Ride commitments.
Matt is a Senior Staff Writer, writing for Guitar World, Guitarist and Total Guitar. He has a Masters in the guitar, a degree in history, and has spent the last 16 years playing everything from blues and jazz to indie and pop. When he’s not combining his passion for writing and music during his day job, Matt records for a number of UK-based bands and songwriters as a session musician.
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