The excitement is building as we receive the first official confirmation regarding an Oasis band member who will join the Gallagher brothers on their much-anticipated summer tour. This announcement has stirred up a whirlwind of enthusiasm among fans eager to witness the iconic band back on stage after years of speculation and anticipation.

Since Liam and Noel Gallagher revealed their plans to reunite for a highly publicized 2025 tour, discussions about the potential lineup for the Oasis reunion tour have been rampant. The band has experienced numerous lineup changes throughout its history, with the Gallagher brothers being the only constant members until their infamous split in 2009. Now, we have confirmation regarding the first member who will participate in this exciting reunion event.

Discover the First Confirmed Band Member for the Gallagher Brothers’ Reunion Tour

The first confirmed member joining the reunion tour is none other than bassist Andy Bell. His involvement has been eagerly anticipated, and he officially announced it during an interview with the Austrian publication OE24. Andy expressed his excitement saying, “I’m in and I’m really looking forward to it. We’ll see each other on tour. Or rather, you’ll see me – I’ll hardly be able to see you in the audience.”

Andy Bell’s participation has been a common thread in fan discussions, especially since a rumor circulated back in March through NME, which hinted at Bell joining the Gallagher brothers along with guitarist Paul “Bonehead” Arthurs, guitarist Gem Archer, and new drummer Joey Waronker. Although many speculations have surfaced, so far, only Bell has confirmed his role in this historic reunion.

Bell became a part of the Oasis lineup in 1999, stepping in for the original bassist Paul “Guigsy” McGuigan. Prior to his time with Oasis, Bell was a member of the renowned U.K. shoegaze band Ride, which disbanded in 1996 following support for their album Tarantula. During his tenure with Oasis, Bell showcased his versatility by also playing rhythm guitar and keyboards. Following the band’s split, Bell continued his musical journey by joining the Oasis spinoff band Beady Eye, while also delving into a successful career in music production and film scoring.

Get Ready for the Exciting 2025 Oasis Reunion Tour

The highly anticipated Oasis reunion tour is slated to kick off on July 4 at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales. This event marks the beginning of two consecutive nights in Cardiff, with the second night on July 5. The tour will continue exclusively in the U.K. until August 17 in Dublin, before heading to Rogers Stadium in Toronto for the North American leg starting on August 24. The band has also scheduled additional tour dates in Asia, Australia, and South America throughout the year.

Fans can find comprehensive information regarding all tour dates and ticketing through the official Oasis website.

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Regarding the prospect of new music, co-manager Alec McKinlay recently shared insights with Music Week, stating, “This is very much the last time around, as Noel’s made clear in the press. It’s a chance for fans who haven’t seen the band to witness them live, or at least for some to do so… there’s no plan for any new music.” However, shortly after these comments surfaced, Liam Gallagher took to the social media platform X to assert, “The only people that will be making any kind of decisions on the future of OASIS will be ME n RKID so let’s just take it 1 day at a time.”

When a fan questioned why a manager would make such statements in an interview, Liam humorously replied, “He’s the accountant.”