Noel Gallagher says Oasis reunion left them stunned
Noel Gallagher has expressed how he and his Oasis bandmates have been "truly overwhelmed" by the support they've received since reuniting for a tour after a 16-year break.
In an interview with talkSport's Andy Goldstein, Noel spoke about the recent UK and Ireland shows, sharing that he feels "proud" of his younger brother Liam, the band's lead singer. He added that it's been "fantastic" to be back performing alongside him.
Oasis took the stage at Croke Park in Dublin last weekend and are now set to cross the Atlantic for dates in North America. Afterward, they'll return to London for more concerts at Wembley Stadium next month.
Noel admitted that it's hard to put the experience into words and revealed that he felt nervous at their first comeback show in Cardiff back in July, saying his "legs turned to jelly" as the performance began.
"Each crowd experiences it like it’s their first night," he said. "That consistent energy has been incredible. Honestly, it’s been something special."
"I’m rarely speechless, but I’m still trying to find the right words right now."
Tickets for the highly anticipated reunion caused a major stir online last year, with many fans frustrated over unexpected pricing. Despite this, the brothers made a striking return, sharing a symbolic moment on stage at the home of Welsh rugby as they raised their arms together before a sold-out crowd.
It was a powerful image, especially after so many years spent releasing solo work and engaging in public disputes since their dramatic split in 2009.
BBC music journalist Mark Savage commented that the band sounded "better than they have since the '90s," describing the tour as a meaningful coming together after years of tension, offering a sense of emotional closure for both the Gallaghers and their fans.
In what appears to be his first detailed remarks about the tour, which has also visited Manchester and Edinburgh, Noel remarked: "I didn’t realise quite what I was stepping into."
"Five minutes into the Cardiff gig, I was thinking, can I just rewind and start that over?" he said.
"I’ve done big shows before, but honestly, by the second song—'Acquiesce', where Liam and I sing together—my legs were shaking. I felt like I needed a timeout."
"Still, it’s been an unforgettable journey."
When asked about the hug Liam gave him on stage after that first show, Noel responded: "That's not really our style, you know what I mean?
"But being back with Bonehead and Liam, sharing that stage again—yeah, it's been great."
"I think once the tour wraps, we’ll really have time to reflect on it all. For now, it’s just great performing with Liam again. I’d forgotten just how funny he is."
Noel even joked that Liam’s strong vocals might be the work of "AI," but added sincerely that Liam is "doing brilliantly" and that he's "really proud" of his brother.
The 58-year-old, who sings five out of the 23 songs in each show, continued: "After leading my own band for 16 years, I get how demanding this kind of tour is."
"The whole stadium thing—it's not really my thing. But I've got to respect him for it. He’s smashing it."
He declined to speculate on what might happen after the final show in November.
The Oasis Live '25 tour has generated a lot of buzz since it kicked off.
Sadly, the Wembley concerts were marred by the tragic death of a fan who fell during a performance earlier this month.
There have also been reports that hundreds of ticketless fans managed to enter one of the Wembley shows, which local authorities are now investigating.
Despite the incidents, the tour has delivered several iconic moments, such as a surprise proposal at Murrayfield. Liam also stirred attention by criticizing the City of Edinburgh Council, calling them “a bunch of snakes,” after a report warned that the band's fans would be loud and heavily intoxicated.
In Dublin, the band dedicated "Stand By Me" to their mother, Peggy, who was in the audience. Meanwhile, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola received a shout-out and was spotted backstage with the Gallagher brothers’ children at Heaton Park.
The band’s next concert takes place in Toronto, Canada this Sunday evening.