When Oasis announced their plans for a massive global tour in 2026, few could have anticipated the overwhelming scale and enthusiasm that would follow. The initial announcement featured 14 UK shows highlighted by a landmark Wembley Stadium performance, but quickly expanded to include an additional 27 international dates spanning South Korea, Japan, Australia, North America, South America, and Brazil, bringing the total to at least 41 concerts worldwide.
Financial projections indicate the tour could generate approximately £400 million in gross revenue, with both Noel and Liam Gallagher expected to pocket around £50 million each from ticket sales alone. This potential windfall may surpass the band’s peak earnings during their 1990s heyday, particularly when considering the lucrative merchandising and VIP packages accompanying the shows. Beyond the tour itself, the brothers could further maximize earnings through sync licensing deals for their iconic tracks in movies and commercials, creating additional revenue streams.
The Gallagher brothers stand to earn £100 million combined from a tour that dwarfs their original commercial success.
The tour’s first performance in Cardiff on July 4 garnered five-star reviews from critics, who described the concerts as historic events capturing the essence of the Britpop era. Many reviewers drew parallels between the current tour and iconic musical moments like Beatlemania or the band’s legendary 1996 Knebworth performances.
Audience demand has been staggering, with approximately 14 million fans attempting to secure tickets. Primary UK shows sold out within minutes, necessitating the international expansion. The audience demographic spans original 1990s followers and younger listeners discovering Oasis’ catalog for the first time. The band, which officially formed in Manchester in 1991, has maintained its strong appeal across multiple generations.
Performances have featured a setlist balancing the band’s greatest hits with occasional deeper cuts, delivered with high energy and strong vocal performances, particularly from Liam Gallagher. The seven Wembley appearances have maintained a consistent format, creating predictable yet satisfying experiences for attendees. To maximize fan engagement ahead of the tour, the band launched pre-save campaigns on streaming platforms, helping reignite interest in their catalog among both existing and potential new listeners.
Industry experts position this as potentially one of the most successful reunion tours in rock history, likely to redefine Oasis’ live performance legacy. Liam Gallagher’s recent Wembley tease—”See you next year”—has ignited speculation about continued performances beyond the currently announced dates, suggesting this monumental reunion might extend further than initially planned.
