Oasis Returns to Australia with a Roaring Welcome from Fans Young and Old Alike.
The British rock band's highly anticipated world reunion tour kicked off in Marvel Stadium, Melbourne on Friday night, marking the first time Oasis played in Australia since their initial visit in 1998. As Liam and Noel stepped out onto the stage, greeted by deafening screams and hands clasped above their heads, it was clear that the Australian fans had missed them dearly.
The energy in the crowd was electric as Liam proclaimed, "G'day Australia, did you miss us?" - a sentiment that resonated with many fans who never got the chance to see Oasis live during their initial visit. The band's music has always been particularly well-received in Australia, with hits like 'What's the Story (Morning Glory)?' and 'Wonderwall' reaching number one on the charts in 1995.
The crowd was a diverse mix of young and old fans who had either missed out on seeing Oasis live during their initial visit or were born into a new generation that has grown up on their music. This included Ali, Anna, and Sharon - all British-Australians who have been following the band since their early days - as well as Kerri, a longtime fan who attended every single one of Oasis's UK shows back in the day.
While some fans splurged on expensive merchandise like bucket hats ($70) and Adidas gear, others opted for more affordable alternatives. This was evident in the sea of anoraks and band t-shirts in attendance, as well as the numerous signs bearing witty slogans like 'Bring It On Down' and 'Don't Look Back at Anger'.
During their performance, the brothers were in top form, showcasing their trademark swagger and mischievous charm. The setlist featured a range of hits from across their discography, including 'Live Forever', 'Rock 'n' Roll Star', and 'Champagne Supernova'. Even the notoriously rowdy Liam was tamed by the enthusiastic crowd as he quipped that Australia seemed to have grown out of its cocaine-sniffing phase.
The performance concluded with a heartfelt dedication from Liam - "Listen, nice one for putting up with us over the years. We appreciate it, we fucking love you" - which left fans beaming with joy and anticipation for what's next.
The British rock band's highly anticipated world reunion tour kicked off in Marvel Stadium, Melbourne on Friday night, marking the first time Oasis played in Australia since their initial visit in 1998. As Liam and Noel stepped out onto the stage, greeted by deafening screams and hands clasped above their heads, it was clear that the Australian fans had missed them dearly.
The energy in the crowd was electric as Liam proclaimed, "G'day Australia, did you miss us?" - a sentiment that resonated with many fans who never got the chance to see Oasis live during their initial visit. The band's music has always been particularly well-received in Australia, with hits like 'What's the Story (Morning Glory)?' and 'Wonderwall' reaching number one on the charts in 1995.
The crowd was a diverse mix of young and old fans who had either missed out on seeing Oasis live during their initial visit or were born into a new generation that has grown up on their music. This included Ali, Anna, and Sharon - all British-Australians who have been following the band since their early days - as well as Kerri, a longtime fan who attended every single one of Oasis's UK shows back in the day.
While some fans splurged on expensive merchandise like bucket hats ($70) and Adidas gear, others opted for more affordable alternatives. This was evident in the sea of anoraks and band t-shirts in attendance, as well as the numerous signs bearing witty slogans like 'Bring It On Down' and 'Don't Look Back at Anger'.
During their performance, the brothers were in top form, showcasing their trademark swagger and mischievous charm. The setlist featured a range of hits from across their discography, including 'Live Forever', 'Rock 'n' Roll Star', and 'Champagne Supernova'. Even the notoriously rowdy Liam was tamed by the enthusiastic crowd as he quipped that Australia seemed to have grown out of its cocaine-sniffing phase.
The performance concluded with a heartfelt dedication from Liam - "Listen, nice one for putting up with us over the years. We appreciate it, we fucking love you" - which left fans beaming with joy and anticipation for what's next.