Liam Gallagher has hit out at leakers after the lineup of his upcoming Oasis tour was supposedly revealed.
The outspoken singer lashed out on X this morning over an article by music magazine NME where ‘sources working closely with the band and tour’ unveiled the full roster for their 2025 reunion tour.
The four names who will reportedly accompany Liam and his brother Noel on the road later this year include Andy Bell on bass, Gem Archer and Paul ‘Bonehead’ Arthurs on guitar and Joey Waronker on drums.
While the news will be welcomed by thousands of eagerly awaiting fans across the globe, for Liam it seemed to be a cause for alarm.
After reading the article, he wrote on X that while he was not ‘bothered’ about the lineup reveal, he was ‘concerned’ about the source the magazine claimed to have spoken with.
The 52-year-old urged NME to ‘tell me who your source pots are’ and offered an ‘exclusive interview’ in exchange, adding ‘you can have it all but how much do you want it’ – an iconic line from Oasis’ Supersonic.
Liam went on to reveal what the ‘real’ lineup would be – Tony McCarroll on drums, Alan White on bass, Zak Starkey as lead guitarist and Chris Sharrock on keys.
But the announcement was seemingly another jibe, as many die hard fans of the band will know, all of those that he named were all former Oasis drummers – some of which did not part on good terms with the brothers.
Liam Gallagher (left) and Noel Gallagher pictured in a promotional photo after announcing they will reunite for Oasis’s long-awaited reunion with a worldwide tour in 2025
The brothers (pictured together) will start the world tour this summer, beginning in Cardiff
Liam lashed out on X this morning over an article by music magazine NME where ‘sources working closely with the band and tour’ unveiled the full roster for their 2025 reunion tour
McCarroll was the band’s first drummer and debuted on their 1994 album Definitely Maybe. He also performed on singles Whatever and Some Might Say.
He announced his departure in 1995 following an argument with Noel, who had become increasingly critical of his drumming.
McCarroll went on to try and sue Oasis £18m but settled out of court in March 1999, agreeing to give up future royalties.
White was with the band from 1995 to 2004 after being recommended following McCarroll’s departure in 1995.
His debut performance was on BBC Top Of The Pops for a rendition of the number one single Some Might Say. He was fired in 2004 for reasons that remain unclear.
After coming in as White’s replacement, Starkey performed with the band until 2004.
The son of Beatles drummer Ringo Starr, he reportedly fell out with Noel – possibly due to his ongoing commitments with The Who.
Those supposedly hitting the road with Liam and Noel later this year, according to NME, seemingly have a much better working relationship with the pair.
Oasis split moments before their gig in Paris in August 2009 when an almighty bust up which had been brewing for months ended in them trading blows. Pictured: Noel Gallagher and Liam Gallagher performing live in November, 2008
Tony McCaroll (pictured) announced his departure from Oasis in 1995 following an argument with Noel, who had become increasingly critical of his drumming
Alan White was Oasis’ longest serving drummer and is seen performing in 2002
Zak Starkey (pictured in 2007) reportedly fell out with Noel – possibly due to his ongoing commitments with The Who
Chris Sharrock (pictured in 2009) played with Oasis between 2008 and 2009 after replacing Zak Starkey
After joining Oasis in 1999, Gem Archer has achieved the impressive feat of remaining close to both Gallagher brothers.
He began his musical career in the early 1980s with bands like The Edge and The Contenders and later on he was a member of Heavy Stereo.
During his time with Oasis, Archer played lead guitar on acoustic tracks and also got involved in songwriting.
Following the brand’s break-up, he joined Liam, Sharrock and Andy Bell in former Beady Eye. He has also jigged with Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds.
Meanwhile, Arthurs is an original Oasis member and also has the distinction of having remained friends with both the Gallaghers.
The guitarist has been credited in some quarters with helping to repair the brothers’ relationship alongside Liam’s fiancée Debbie Gwyther.
Andy Bell was rumoured to have a frosty relationship with Noel, but the pair have seemingly remained close as in 2023 his band Ride supported High Flying Birds.
Bell joined Oasis in 1999 as their bassist following the departures of Bonehead and Guigsy. He wrote several songs, including Turn Up the Sun and Keep the Dream Alive, and continued working with the band until its breakup.
Oasis band members (L-R) with Gem Archer, Noel Gallagher, Liam Gallagher and Andy Bell at Wembley Stadium for 2009 stadium gig announcement
Oasis band members Gem Archer, Andy Bell and Liam Gallagher perform at Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View
Joey Waronker performing in the US in 2001
Paul ‘Bonehead’ Arthurs performs with Liam Gallagher at The O2 Arena in 2019
While many may take NME’s lineup prediction with a pinch of salt, the magazine has a track record of breaking scoops about Oasis’ upcoming tour.
NME revealed the tour dates and locations for the US leg of the tour, claiming they would play Toronto, Chicago, New Jersey, Boston, LA, and Mexico City.
The band then announced the actual dates just days later, firming up much of what NME had reported.
The new dates included Toronto on August 24, Chicago on August 28, New Jersey on August 31, Los Angeles on September 6 and Mexico City on September 12.
The Oasis Live 25 tour kicks off on 4 July at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium before playing sell-out gigs at Manchester’s Heaton Park, Wembley Stadium in London, and Edinburgh’s Murrayfield stadium.
The pair will then embark on a global tour taking in shows in Japan, Argentina, the United States and Brazil.
Oasis split moments before their gig in Paris in August 2009 when an almighty bust up which had been brewing for months ended in them trading blows and Liam wielding Noel’s guitar ‘like an axe’ backstage.
They didn’t speak for years afterwards until very recently, when, with both brothers hit by a string of expensive divorces and with mediocre solo careers, very large sums of money were offered to them for a reunion tour.
Experts today estimate they will bank £5 million a show for 30 shows worldwide, meaning the pair will earn £150 million between them – £75 million each just from the ticket profits.
They are also predicted to earn ‘tens of millions’ from merchandising, sponsorship deals, and renewed interest in their music.
