Manchester icons Oasis have officially announced their monumental Live '27 tour, confirming 38 new dates across multiple continents set to kick off next May. Fans worldwide are already buzzing with anticipation, not just for tickets, but also intensely speculating on what tracks will make it onto the highly anticipated setlist.
The announcement today (September 14) follows a frenzied period of rumours, a captivating teaser campaign, and a spectacular drone show over Manchester's Etihad Stadium, all building immense hype for the legendary band's return to the road.
The extensive 38-show run commences on May 21 with five nights at Glasgow’s Celtic Park, followed by a mammoth 11 gigs at The Etihad in Manchester. The tour then spans across Europe, hitting major cities like Munich, Barcelona, Amsterdam, Rome, and Paris – notably the city where the band famously split in 2009. The finale will bring them back to UK soil, including legendary gigs at Slane Castle and four nights at Knebworth. Richard Ashcroft will once again join as the supporting act, reprising his role from the Live '25 dates.
In a statement accompanying the announcement, the band declared: “START THE CELEBRATIONS!!!!” They continued, "After a period of reflection ‘The Most Damaging Pop Cultural Force In Recent British History’ has declared itself fit for purpose and will once again return to lift the spirits of the people,” playfully mocking a critical article written about their previous tour. Oasis concluded with a characteristic flourish: “Come witness the fitness. It shall be a sight to behold.”
What Will Oasis Play on the Live '27 Tour?
One of the biggest talking points amongst the fanbase revolves around the potential Oasis Live '27 setlist. After their 2025 tour reportedly missed fan favourites like ‘Columbia’, ‘Stop Crying Your Heart Out’, ‘All Around The World’, and ‘She’s Electric’, speculation is rife for new additions.
Teaser videos for the 2027 announcement featured tracks such as ‘Lyla’ and ‘Shock Of The Lightning’, leading many to hope these will be included next summer. Social media platforms are awash with fan wish lists, ranging from classic singles to deep cuts and B-sides.
One fan, James Nalton, suggested: "Columbia is the obvious one, but a few more non-singles I think Oasis might get away with playing on the 2027 tour: (It's Good) To Be Free, Turn Up The Sun, I Hope I Think I Know, Gas Panic, Stay Young, D'Yer Wanna Be A Spaceman, Be Here Now".
Oasis Archives chimed in with a mock 23-song setlist, while @thssmiths offered a more humorous, obscure selection including "guess god thinks im abel" and "mucky fingers."
The Oasis Podcast speculated on potential changes, suggesting: "Drop Hello, Bring It On Down, Fade Away, DYKWIM Add Columbia, Hindu Times, Lyla, Shock Of The Lightning". Nalton further emphasized, "They can add Shock of the Lightning to the set list along with Columbia #Oasis".
Mark Nelson also shared his ideal tracks: "Columbia, Round Are Way, Listen Up, Gas Panic, Go Let It Out, Step Out, I’m Outta Time, Turn Up The Sun, Let There Be Love".
The article also provided a list of songs from a previous setlist that fans might be looking for, including ‘Hello’, ‘Acquiesce’, ‘Morning Glory’, ‘Wonderwall’, and ‘Champagne Supernova’.
The Glastonbury Question: Will Oasis Headline Worthy Farm in 2027?
Beyond the tour dates, another major talking point is whether Oasis will headline Glastonbury 2027. With the band scheduled to play Manchester during Glastonbury week in June and the Sunday evening slot reportedly free, the rumour mill is working overtime about a potential return to Worthy Farm for the first time since 2004.
However, skepticism abounds. Fans note the band's previous tour rarely saw them play more than two nights back-to-back, making a Glastonbury appearance seem 'unlikely' but 'not impossible'. Liam Gallagher himself has been vehemently against the idea in the past.
Last summer, Liam famously vetoed any Glastonbury plans, likening performing on the Pyramid Stage to playing to “a load of jamboree teachers.” He further took to social media in August, targeting the “croc wearing flag waving shit c*nts” he believed were convinced of an Oasis Glastonbury slot, bluntly stating: “It’s not happening.” Liam even detailed a dream where “the croc brigade stormed the stage and started whipping me to death with their flags.” He also questioned if the festival encouraged "CROCS n FLAGWAVING," asserting: “if so I’m afraid it’s NO from ME.”
The band has consistently dismissed such rumours, previously issuing a statement in 2025: “Despite media speculation, Oasis will not be playing Glastonbury 2025 or any other festivals next year.” This history suggests that despite fan hopes, a Glastonbury headline slot remains a long shot.
The Resurgence of a British Institution
The sheer excitement surrounding the Oasis Live '27 tour announcement, coupled with the fervent debate over the setlist and Glastonbury, underscores the enduring cultural impact of the Manchester band. This isn't just another reunion tour; it's a testament to Oasis's unique position in music history, capable of generating unparalleled buzz years after their initial split.
The band's recent documentary, Don’t Look Back In Anger, which NME hailed as “masterfully done,” and the five-star review of their Live '25 opening night – described as “a supersonic reunion for a new generation” where they “look cool, sound fucking amazing, and they want to be here” – further cement their revitalized status. Unlike many legacy acts, Oasis manages to evoke a genuine sense of urgency and importance with each new venture, continually challenging their own narrative and public perception.
Their playful jab at the "Most Damaging Pop Cultural Force" critique demonstrates a self-awareness and defiance that resonates deeply with their fanbase. The upcoming tour, with new locations and a continued embrace of their past whilst looking to the future, signifies not just a band returning to the road, but a cultural phenomenon reaffirming its dominance, regardless of any lingering brotherly tensions or crocs.
