Oasis Tour Sells Out

Ticket Sales and Dynamic Pricing Concerns

Tickets for the "Oasis Live '25" tour went on sale at 9:00 BST, with initial standing prices advertised at £135 plus fees for venues in Cardiff, London, and Edinburgh. Due to high demand, Ticketmaster's dynamic pricing model adjusted some ticket prices to over £350, causing frustration among fans. Dynamic pricing allows ticket costs to fluctuate based on demand, a practice that, while legal, has been contentious among concertgoers. Ticketmaster clarified that pricing is determined by promoters and artists, and that increased prices under the "Platinum" or "In Demand" labels do not include additional perks.

Fan Experiences and Technical Issues

Many fans reported technical difficulties during the purchasing process. Some encountered queues exceeding one million people, while others were mistakenly identified as bots and subsequently blocked from purchasing. Jamie Moore, a 50-year-old fan from East Kilbride, expressed his disappointment after being removed from the queue upon reaching the front, stating he had "never been so let down by a website" in his life. Ticketmaster acknowledged the high demand and advised users to maintain their queue positions, clear cookies, and avoid using VPNs to improve their chances.

Official Responses

As of Saturday evening, neither Oasis nor their promoters have commented on the ticketing issues or the use of dynamic pricing. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) noted that while they could not comment on this specific instance, they encourage consumers with concerns to reach out, emphasizing that quoted prices must not mislead.

Background

The reunion marks the first time the Gallagher brothers have performed together since Oasis's split in 2009. The tour is set to include performances in major cities, including Cardiff, Manchester, London, Edinburgh, and Dublin, rekindling widespread enthusiasm among fans despite the challenges faced during ticket sales.