Tens of thousands of Oasis fans from across the globe have descended upon Cardiff as the iconic band reunites on stage for the first time in 16 years reports the BBC. The highly anticipated 41-date world tour commenced tonight with the first of two gigs at the Principality Stadium, drawing an immense crowd, some of whom had been camping since Wednesday to secure prime spots.
The demand for tickets has been extraordinary, with music journalist Neil Collins noting that over 14 million individuals attempted to secure just 1.5 million UK tickets. This "astronomical demand" means the "eyes of the world" are now on Cardiff, providing a significant boost to local businesses.
Fans have traveled "Half The World Away" from distant locations, including Chile, Colombia, and various parts of the United States, all hoping to witness the Gallagher brothers' performance without their notorious bickering. Among the international contingent is 38-year-old Janneth Dueñas from Bogotá, Colombia, who expressed her excitement to see the band in Cardiff tonight and again at a London show on July 25th. "It's a dream come true to see them," she stated, eager to hear classics like 'Slide Away' and 'Wonderwall.'
Nick Maas, a superfan from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, journeyed to Cardiff with his partner Steph Flores. Maas, who has followed Oasis since his teenage years and introduced Flores to their music in 2013, described their shared passion: "We were like the only people in Wisconsin who knew anything beyond Wonderwall so it felt like we were in an exclusive club." Maas's dedication includes attending all of Noel Gallagher's recent 'Council Skies' tour dates and even securing a signed album.
While many awaited the band's arrival, some fans had an early glimpse of sorts: Glenn Moss from Essex, a notable Liam Gallagher lookalike, reported numerous double-takes from fellow concertgoers. Moss, who last saw Oasis in Cardiff in 2002, remarked on the special significance of attending the reunion tour's opening night. The vibrant atmosphere in Cardiff underscores the enduring appeal of Oasis as their long-awaited reunion tour begins.
