British band Oasis has taken a firm stand against ticket resellers who were trying to profit from their upcoming reunion tour. The band, popular in the 90s, announced a highly anticipated tour after being on hiatus since 2009 due to internal conflicts between the Gallagher brothers, Liam and Noel. The announcement generated massive excitement among fans, with millions trying to secure tickets when they went on sale in August.
However, the limited supply of tickets and overwhelming demand led to many tickets being resold on secondary websites at exorbitant prices. This practice, known as ticket scalping, has been a source of frustration for fans of various artists, including Taylor Swift and Coldplay. In response to this issue, Oasis decided to cancel around 50,000 tickets that were resold on unauthorized platforms like StubHub and Viagogo.
The band’s tour promoters, Live Nation and SJM, have emphasized that reselling tickets on unauthorized secondary sites violates the terms and conditions of the tour. Fans who had purchased tickets from these platforms will receive full refunds, and the canceled tickets will be made available for purchase at face value on Ticketmaster, the official ticketing partner for Oasis.
While ticket resale is legal in the UK as long as the tickets were originally obtained legally, Oasis has taken a strong stance against unauthorized resellers to ensure fans are not taken advantage of. The band urges fans to only purchase tickets through authorized channels like Ticketmaster or Twickets, the official resale partner, to avoid the risk of buying fraudulent or canceled tickets.
Despite the band’s efforts to crack down on ticket scalping, some secondary platforms like Viagogo have defended their practices, claiming compliance with relevant regulations. However, Oasis remains committed to protecting their fans and ensuring fair access to tickets for their highly anticipated reunion tour.
The Oasis Live ‘25 Tour is set to kick off on July 4, 2025, with shows scheduled in major cities across the UK and Ireland. The North American leg of the tour will begin on August 24, 2025, in Toronto, Ontario, followed by performances in Chicago, East Rutherford, Los Angeles, and Mexico City.
As fans eagerly anticipate the return of Oasis to the stage, the band’s actions against ticket resellers highlight the ongoing challenges faced by music lovers in securing tickets to popular concerts. By taking a stand against unauthorized ticket scalping, Oasis is sending a clear message that they value their fans and want to ensure an equitable and enjoyable concert experience for all.
