Richard Ashcroft

Oasis and Ashcroft: A Match Made in Britpop Heaven!

Get ready for the revival of the century as Richard Ashcroft joins Oasis for their highly anticipated Irish gigs! 🌟🇮🇪

Get ready, Ireland! The legendary Britpop band Oasis has just dropped a bombshell: Richard Ashcroft, the quintessential voice of The Verve, will be joining them as the support act for their much-anticipated revival tour in 2025. Fans are already buzzing with excitement about the collaboration, which promises to take us on a nostalgic journey through the iconic sounds of the 90s. With Ashcroft’s soaring vocals and heartfelt lyrics combined with the unmistakable swagger of the Gallagher brothers, this tour is shaping up to be the musical highlight of the decade!

Richard Ashcroft couldn’t be more thrilled about his role: ‘The songwriting talent of Noel and Liam’s pure spirit as lead singers helped inspire me to create some of my best work.’ The former frontman of The Verve, known for classics like “Bitter Sweet Symphony,” expressed his excitement to bring the energy to the stage—and we can't wait to see him perform alongside the powerhouse duo! But this isn’t just any reunion; it’s a revival that harkens back to the days when Britpop ruled the world.

Fans might remember that Oasis once opened for The Verve during their early days, which lays the groundwork for this historic comeback. Ashcroft has long enjoyed a close friendship with Noel and Liam Gallagher, making his participation all the more special. When the news was confirmed in August, the brothers hailed the tour as “The great wait is over,” giving fans just the shot in the arm they needed after years of waiting. Mark your calendars; these gigs are going to be the stuff of legends!

But wait, there’s more! Did you know that Oasis' very first UK tour was back in 1993, and they shared the stage with The Verve? That's right! The cosmic connection between these two heavyweights of the Britpop scene is a mere whisper away from our old mixtapes and crushes. With Ashcroft’s poetic lyrics paired with Oasis' iconic hooks, this tour is set to feel like a grand celebration across Ireland and the UK—where the music feels just like home!