“Need a little time to wake up, wake up…” While those words echo the classic line from *What’s The Story Morning Glory*, the night two audience at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium was electrified and wide awake. With Oasis reuniting for the first time in 16 years, they very well could have shattered decibel records. The crowd’s energy was palpable, highlighted by high-pitched screams that threatened to split the eardrums of everyone in attendance.
This reunion was monumental, especially considering the stormy feud between the Gallagher brothers that had defined years of their lives. Unlike the notorious fights that often surrounded them, the only drama that unfolded at this show came from the crowd. At one point, a woman to my left yelled, “Why am I always the problem?” before scowling at her partner and bursting into tears, embodying the raw emotions swirling around.
In stark contrast, Liam and Noel Gallagher shared a heartfelt hug as *Champagne Supernova* reached its finale, with images of a stunning sunset wrapping them in a tapestry of nostalgia. They appeared blissfully happy to be back on stage together, something fans had long hoped for.
While Liam dazzled as the flamboyant frontman, it was Noel who captured my attention. His backing vocals were surprisingly polished, especially considering it was their first live performance in ages. More striking, though, was the evident emotion etched across his face. He was on the verge of tears, lost in the memories as he watched his brother belt out the iconic hits.
Noel has famously cultivated a tough-guy persona over the years, often mocking Liam for his “puppy dog” enthusiasm and resisting calls for a reunion despite overwhelming fan demand. Yet, during this concert, the cracks in that tough exterior were visible, revealing a deep camaraderie and yearning to reconnect. The energy from the crowd, over 70,000 strong, mirrored their need for this moment, often singing louder than the band itself.
This reunion tour was so massive, it even eclipsed the buzz surrounding Ozzy Osbourne’s farewell show in Birmingham. The onstage projections were stunning, a psychedelic nod to the 1960s Beatles, complete with regal tigers dazzling the audience at one point. The setlist was a whirlwind of nostalgia, culminating in an epic finale featuring *Don’t Look Back In Anger*, *Wonderwall*, and, of course, *Champagne Supernova*.
And only Oasis could get away with poking fun at fans for spending “£40,000 for a ticket” and yet still enjoy such adulation— a testament to the electrifying energy that their live performances bring. Was the experience worth it? Absolutely. If you have a chance to catch them in London or Manchester later in the tour, don’t even think twice.