Oasis reunion sparks generational clash as Anais Gallagher defends young fans: 'Won't stand for ageism'
Anais Gallagher defended younger fans who were excited with the reunion news
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The upcoming Oasis reunion tour has sparked a heated debate among fans, with a generational clash emerging over ticket entitlement.
The pre-sale deadline for the 2025 UK and Ireland shows was extended due to overwhelming demand, as tensions have risen within the fan community.
Older supporters have argued they are more deserving of tickets, having waited years for the band's return, meanwhile, younger fans face accusations of being mere "bandwagon jumpers".
This controversy has drawn in Anais Gallagher, the 24-year-old daughter of Oasis guitarist Noel Gallagher.
She took to social media to defend younger fans against what she perceives as ageist and misogynistic attitudes from some long-time supporters.
The dispute highlights the enduring popularity of Oasis across different age groups, as well as the fierce competition for tickets to see the iconic Britpop band's reunion.
The 24-year-old took to TikTok to defend younger female fans against what she sees as discriminatory attitudes and in response to a video by another young fan, she commented: "One thing I won't stand for is the ageism and misogyny around people getting tickets. Sorry if a 19-year-old girl in a pink cowboy hat wants to be there, I will have my friendship bracelets ready."
Her remarks were made beneath a video by TikToker Josie Cannell, who argued that Oasis has long been "one of the most famous bands in the whole entire world".
Some older fans have expressed frustration on social media about potentially missing out on tickets to younger attendees.
One disgruntled supporter wrote on X: "Imagine waiting 15 years for Oasis to reform only to lose out on tickets to Chloe, 21 from Stockport who just wants to hear Wonderwall live. #oasisreunion."
Anais Gallagher stood up for the younger generation who want to go and see the band
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Another lamented: "Imagine spending years waiting for your favourite band's reunion, only to have the tickets get snatched up by someone who's more interested in mainstream hits like Wonderwall than the deeper cuts."
The comments reflect a sentiment among some long-time fans that they are more deserving of tickets due to their years of dedication to the band.
However, such views have been met with criticism from those who argue that all fans, regardless of age, should have equal opportunity to attend the concerts.
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Despite the generational divide, Oasis's popularity remains strong across age groups, with the band boasting 21 million monthly listeners on Spotify, demonstrating their enduring appeal.
The high demand for reunion tour tickets has led to an "unprecedented" surge in applications and echoes the band's historic popularity, reminiscent of the 2.5 million people who applied for Knebworth tickets in 1996.
The upcoming ticket sale on August 31 is expected to see fans of all ages competing for a chance to witness the iconic band's return to the stage.