Liam Gallagher has responded angrily to Edinburgh Council’s safety concerns about Oasis fans ahead of the band’s upcoming concert. The Scottish Sun reported the story.
The controversy stems from leaked safety briefing documents that raised concerns about the behavior and impact of concertgoers.
“Concerned about the safety of the Fringe and its performers,” the leaked documents read. “Many performers are considering not attending for that weekend. There is concern about crowds . . . as they are already rowdy . . . and the tone of the band. Middle-aged men take up more room. Consider this when working out occupancy.”
Gallagher fired back with a direct message to the council on social media.
“To the Edinburgh council, I’ve heard what you said about OASIS fans and quite frankly your attitude f*cking stinks,” Gallagher said. “I’d leave town that day if I was any of you lot.”
This latest controversy adds another chapter to the ongoing tensions surrounding the band’s highly anticipated reunion tour.
The Telegraph revealed that the leaked documents specifically warned of “medium to high intoxication” levels among concertgoers. The briefing materials emphasized concerns about crowd management during the Edinburgh shows. The briefing materials highlighted that many Oasis fans are middle-aged men who require more space. Officials must consider this when calculating venue occupancy limits.
The timing of these concerns is particularly significant as the concerts are part of the Oasis Live ’25 reunion tour. Edinburgh News noted that the tour is expected to draw approximately 210,000 people over three nights at Murrayfield Stadium. This massive influx of fans represents one of the largest concert events Edinburgh has hosted in recent years.
The situation is further complicated by the fact that the Oasis concerts coincide with the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The Standard highlighted this overlap. This overlap creates additional logistical challenges for city officials who must manage both the regular festival crowds and the substantial number of Oasis fans converging on the city simultaneously.
The exchange between Gallagher and Edinburgh Council reflects broader challenges that major cities face when hosting large-scale music events. This is particularly true for events featuring bands with passionate fanbases known for their enthusiastic celebrations.
