Oasis ticket UPDATES: Thousands of fans sign online petition today to ban Ticketmaster’s ‘dynamic pricing’
MORE than 5,000 fans have signed an online petition today demanding an end to Ticketmaster's "dynamic pricing" policy.
It comes after the UK Government said it would investigate the tactic, which allowed Ticketmaster to double the price of some tickets, a move often approved by bands and their management.
Lisa Nandy, the culture secretary, said it was "depressing" to see "vastly inflated prices excluding ordinary fans".
An estimated 14 million people joined queues on Saturday using several devices but faced multiple IT issues as they battled it out for tickets.
The Sun has approached Oasis' press representatives for comment on and the use of so-called "in-demand pricing".
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Oasis 2025 - recap of what's happened today
If there are any major developments on the tour dates we'll keep you updated here. For now, here is a quick recap of what's happened today:
- The Government has said it will investigate the use of "dynamic pricing" following the fall-out from the ticket sale on Saturday.
- Culture secretary Lisa Nandy described the way the sale was handled as "depressing".
- Former Oasis guitarist Gem Archer is reportedly joining the band on the reunion tour next year.
- Thousands of fans have signed a petition calling on the Government to ban "dynamic pricing".
- Irish premier Simon Harris issued a plea for the band to add extra dates in Ireland after thousands of fans missed out on tickets.
Credit: EPA 'Put on a few more Irish shows', urges premier
Irish Taoiseach Simon Harris has asked that Oasis announce extra Dublin gigs as part of their highly anticipated reunion tour.
Many Irish fans were left disappointed that they did not get one of 160,000 tickets on sale over two dates in August next year in Dublin's Croke Park stadium.
"I think with the level of interest in attending Oasis gigs in this country, one would hope that they might find it within themselves to put on a few more," Mr Harris said on Monday.
Oasis reunion earlier than expected?
The Oasis reunion could come earlier than expected if a Saudi boxing promoter gets his way.
The band ended a 15-year hiatus last week by announcing a tour of the British Isles next summer, with 17 gigs selling out on Saturday following a scramble for tickets by Oasis fans.
Liam is to perform at Wembley Stadium in London on September 21 ahead of the world heavyweight title fight between Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois, when more than 90,000 spectators are set to attend.
On Monday, Turki Alalshikh, the Saudi adviser, who organises boxing events for the kingdom, said he wants Noel to be at Wembley, too.
Culture minister’s full statement on Oasis tickets
This is what Lisa Nandy, pictured below, had to say on Sunday about the ticket fiasco:
“After the incredible news of Oasis’ return, it’s depressing to see vastly inflated prices excluding ordinary fans from having a chance of enjoying their favourite band live.
“This Government is committed to putting fans back at the heart of music. So we will include issues around the transparency and use of dynamic pricing, including the technology around queuing systems which incentivise it, in our forthcoming consultation on consumer protections for ticket resales.
“Working with artists, industry and fans we can create a fairer system that ends the scourge of touts, rip-off resales and ensures tickets at fair prices.”
Drummer Tony McCarroll wants Oasis reunion
Oasis’s original drummer, Tony McCarroll, has expressed his desire to reunite with the band.
McCarroll, who co-founded the iconic group in 1991, has “always” believed they would eventually reunite despite the bitter split in 2009.
Tony confirmed to The Sun that he is not currently booked for the upcoming tour.
He said: “I’ve always, always, always, always said it, that they would get back together.
“It’s not like they’re two estranged friends, if you like, they’re brothers.
“I reckon Peggy [Gallagher] being the old Irish lady that she is, is banging their heads together.”
Credit: GARRETT WHITE What is 'dynamic pricing' and why is it used?
Ticketmaster, which is owned by the US entertainment giant Live Nation, defended its dynamic pricing model – similar to that used by hotels and airlines – and said it did not set any ticket prices.
The firm has argued that the system is designed to discourage ticket touts by setting prices closer to market value. It says the “in demand” fees are agreed in advance with artists and their management.
The Lib Dem culture spokesperson, Jamie Stone MP, said: “It is scandalous to see our country’s biggest cultural moments being turned into obscene cash cows by greedy promoters and ticketing websites. The Oasis ticket fiasco must be a watershed moment and lead to an official investigation, either by the watchdog or a parliamentary body.”
Labour has pledged in its manifesto to tackle ticket touting – where secondary sites sell tickets at vastly inflated prices – and is due to launch a consultation on it in the autumn.
'Profiteering at the expense of fans'
Economics journalist James Ball has broken down the argument against dynamic pricing on X:
"There is no good reason not to make this illegal. It is profiteering at the expense of fans. There is no reason that fixed prices for particular seats (and standing areas) can’t be given in advance. Just because they call it “dynamic pricing” doesn’t mean we need to accept it."
Online petition launched after 'fiasco' of dynamic pricing
More than 8,000 people have signed a petition demanding the end of dynamic pricing as the fall-out over ticket prices on the Oasis reunion tour continues.
The Change.org petition was launched on Saturday, with more than 5,000 signing it today.
After 10,000 signatures, petitions get a response from the Government.
You can sign the petition
Former Oasis guitarist Gem Archer reportedly set to join reunion tour
Former Oasis guitarist Gem Archer is reportedly set to join the line-up for the band’s 2025 sold-out reunion tour.
Reports have emerged that that Paul 'Bonehead' Arthurs and drummer Alan White are already on board for the reunion.
Now, NME is reporting that Archer, pictured performing with Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds, is also “expected to agree to a deal” to team up with the band.
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Artists hit out at inflated Ticketmaster fees
Artists have hit out at the recent decision by Ticketmaster to inflate prices for tickets on Oasis' tour dates next summer.
Mike Scott of The Waterboys called the practice a "rip off" while Paul Weller's press representative said the Modfather is also against the practice.
One of the strongest advocates of speaking out about Ticketmaster's policy is The Cure's Robert Smith, who took the firm to task over their “unduly high” fees that were, in some cases, adding up to more than the price of a ticket on the band's US tour last year.
Last month the former Housemartins and Beautiful South frontman Paul Heaton announced a UK arena tour for November and December at which all tickets cost £35 plus fees.
Almost every venue promptly sold out, leading Heaton to add extra dates, including a show at Co-op Live, whose 23,500 capacity makes it Europe’s biggest indoor arena. In characteristic straight-talking fashion, when asked why other people weren't doing it, the 62-year-old replied: “There are some established bands who were just really, really taking the p---.”
Fan hits out at Twickets fee
A frustrated Oasis fan has hit out at resale platform Twickets after being quoted £1,115 for two tickets to see the band after the company added on its own fee.
The anonymous fan shared a screenshot of the site, below, to social media on Sunday, showing the over-inflated costs.
They were responding to a post from the official Twickets account which warned people against buying tickets for more than face value.
The post has received more than 8,000 likes with over 400 people commenting on the post.
'Oasis should be ashamed'
The fall-out over the decision by Ticketmaster to use dynamic pricing on the Oasis tickets is continuing, with fans now directing their frustration and anger at the band.
Here are just some of the comments left on the band's official Instagram page.
The Sun has approached the band's representatives for comment.
Missed out on tickets? Here's the next best thing ...
Despite Oasis splitting in 2009, bands have continued to play tribute to the supersonic sound of Noel, Liam and Bonehead.
Among the best known Oasis tribute acts are Oasis Maybe - playing Patterns on Brighton on Saturday September 14 - and Oh-aces, who will celebrate 30 years of Definitely Maybe at The Venue in Worthing on the same night.
Tickets for Oasis Maybe are priced at £15.95, with the ticket agency stating that is "the price you pay. No surprises later". It's unfortunate Ticketmaster didn't follow that policy.
Credit: FACEBOOK/OH-ACES Apple, Netflix and Amazon vie for film rights
Insiders have exclusively told The Sun that a fierce bidding war has erupted among production companies vying to secure the rights to a film about Noel and Liam Gallagher’s comeback.
A source said: “Noel and Liam’s teams have been inundated with offers from production companies, who are desperate to secure the rights to a documentary.
“A dedicated team over at Apple have met to discuss the bid they are putting forward, and companies who work with Netflix and Prime Video are doing the same."
What is "dynamic pricing" and why is it used?
Ticketmaster, which is owned by the US entertainment giant Live Nation, defended its dynamic pricing model – similar to that used by hotels and airlines – and said it did not set any ticket prices.
The firm has argued that the system is designed to discourage ticket touts by setting prices closer to market value. It says the “in demand” fees are agreed in advance with artists and their management.
The Lib Dem culture spokesperson, Jamie Stone MP, said: “It is scandalous to see our country’s biggest cultural moments being turned into obscene cash cows by greedy promoters and ticketing websites. The Oasis ticket fiasco must be a watershed moment and lead to an official investigation, either by the watchdog or a parliamentary body.”
Labour has pledged in its manifesto to tackle ticket touting – where secondary sites sell tickets at vastly inflated prices – and is due to launch a consultation on it in the autumn.
Culture minister's full statement on Oasis tickets
This is what Lisa Nandy, pictured below, had to say on Sunday about the ticket fiasco:
"After the incredible news of Oasis’ return, it’s depressing to see vastly inflated prices excluding ordinary fans from having a chance of enjoying their favourite band live.
"This Government is committed to putting fans back at the heart of music. So we will include issues around the transparency and use of dynamic pricing, including the technology around queuing systems which incentivise it, in our forthcoming consultation on consumer protections for ticket resales.
"Working with artists, industry and fans we can create a fairer system that ends the scourge of touts, rip-off resales and ensures tickets at fair prices.”
Credit: ALAMY More gigs and a new album?
Oasis are planning to add more gigs after their 17-date tour sold out on Saturday, with sources hinting that an album might even be in the works.
The Gallagher brothers are reportedly considering additional concerts for next summer to ensure fans aren’t left disappointed.
It comes after reports that up to 14 million queued on official websites as the 1.2 million tickets were released.
Government minister 'stung' by dynamic-pricing
Another government minister, Lucy Powell who is leader of the House of Commons, told the BBC she bought two tickets for £350 each from an official retailer, more than double their original face value.
Oasis announced 17 shows in the United Kingdom and Ireland, with the first due to take place in Cardiff in July 2025, followed by nights in Manchester - where the band was formed in 1991 - followed by London, Edinburgh and Dublin.
All the tickets for the UK and Ireland dates were sold within around 10 hours on Saturday, after many fans spent the day in online queues.
Government to investigate "dynamic pricing"
The UK government is to investigate how prices for concert tickets sold on official websites are hiked when demand surges, after fans seeking their spot at next year's Oasis reunion shows faced soaring costs over the weekend.
Culture minister Lisa Nandy said it was "depressing to see vastly inflated prices" on sites operated by authorised retailers which she said would exclude some fans from the shows.
The government will include issues around the transparency and use of so-called dynamic pricing - which pushes up the costs when demand is high - in an already planned review of ticket sales and the protection of consumers, she said.
"Working with artists, industry and fans we can create a fairer system that ends the scourge of touts, rip-off resales and ensures tickets at fair prices," Nandy said in a statement last night.
Drummer Tony McCarroll wants Oasis reunion
Oasis’s original drummer, Tony McCarroll, has expressed his desire to reunite with the band, admitting that leaving was the "biggest mistake of his life."
McCarroll, who co-founded the iconic group in 1991, has "always" believed they would eventually reunite despite the bitter split in 2009.
Tony confirmed to The Sun that he is not currently booked for the upcoming tour.
He said: "I've always, always, always, always said it, that they would get back together.
"It's not like they're two estranged friends, if you like, they're brothers.
"I reckon Peggy [Gallagher] being the old Irish lady that she is, is banging their heads together."
While an appearance remains uncertain, he did say that he would "love" to get back on stage with his old bandmates next year.
He described his decision to leave the band in 1995, leading to him being replaced by Alan "Whitey" White, the "biggest mistake of my life".
Tony was one of the founding members of the legendary group in 1991 Credit: Getty Ex-Oasis tour guitarist warns fans to buy ticket insurance
A guitarist who supported Oasis on their turbulent 1996 US tour, which was cut short, has advised fans to purchase insurance with their tickets for the 2025 reunion shows—just in case history repeats itself.
Gary Lee Conner, along with his band Screaming Trees, joined Oasis on the final 13-show leg of their What’s The Story? Morning Glory world tour.
In 1996, chaos erupted right from the start when frontman Liam Gallagher failed to appear at the opening gig in Chicago
Liam’s absence fuelled rumours of an impending breakup and a furious was forced to take centre stage and sing in his brother’s place.
that Noel’s anger was palpable from backstage and he expected the tour to be cancelled before it had even really begun.
“When Liam didn’t turn up in Chicago, we weren’t even sure if the next show was going to happen,” said Conner.
“I know there had been a lot of stuff in the news about them fighting before the tour and something about Noel not liking Liam’s girlfriend […] but not showing up for the first f**king show? That was something.”
More gigs and a new album in the pipeline?
Oasis is planning to add more gigs after their 17-date tour sold out yesterday, with sources hinting that an album might even be in the works.
The Gallagher brothers are reportedly considering additional concerts for next summer to ensure fans aren’t left disappointed.
It comes after it emerged seven million queued on official websites yesterday as the 1.2million tickets were released.
Reddit user’s shock after wife spends £2000 on tickets
One person has taken to Reddit’s subreddit after discovering that his wife secretly spent nearly £2000 on tickets to see Oasis at Wembley next year.
The anonymous user wrote: “She just got paid and told me she was broke and needed money to pay some of her bills coming.
“When I pressed her as to how a good chunk of her pay check that she literally just got magically disappeared, she confessed that she and her best friend made a whole plan to fly over to the UK next summer to see Oasis on a bunch of dates and she’s using all of her vacation time for this trip.
“We’re in the US. So, a few thousand dollars more down the drain. The flight, the hotel or some sort of accommodation for multiple weeks, the merch she’ll inevitably buy, etc.”
Adding to the anger, the husband isn’t even allowed to go because it’s a girls’ trip and Oasis is “their thing”.
Users were quick to reassure him of his right to be angry.
“Wanting to do this isn’t the problem. Her lack of respect, sneaking around, financial infidelity is and it’s grounds for divorce,” commented one user.
More gigs and a new album in the pipeline?
Oasis is planning to add more gigs after their 17-date tour sold out yesterday, with sources hinting that an album might even be in the works.
The Gallagher brothers are reportedly considering additional concerts for next summer to ensure fans aren’t left disappointed.
It comes after it emerged seven million queued on official websites yesterday as the 1.2million tickets were released.
Credit: Getty Drummer teases return
Former Oasis drummer Alan White has sparked speculation about a potential return to the band after posting a teasing picture of a drum to Instagram.
Fans have dubbed him the “definitive Oasis drummer,” as White’s former band members Noel and Liam Gallagher gear up for their long anticipated reunion.
“Are you telling us what I think you’re telling us?” asked one Instagram commenter.
“Please tell me this is happening,” urged another.