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  Cummins was at one time the chief photographer of British music magazine, the NME, spending 10 years in that position. His association with the magazine lasted for 25 years, and many of his previously published collections have centred around his time with that publication. These include books on Morrissey, The Fall, and New Order. His work has also been represented in various exhibitions over the years. Hailing from Manchester, much of his work has focussed on around bands from the North West, however he also documented Manchester City’s final season at Maine Road.  

According to a press release quoted by the NME, the book captures the band’s evolution during “twelve months of seismic change that cemented the identity of Oasis.” The book explores the links between the band, and aspects of their image, such as fashion, football, and everything in between. The same press release referred to this as the “just-bought-at-Affleck’s Palace attainability of their look.”

The book features over 150 photographs, with over three-quarters of the included images previously unreleased. The book’s greatest moments are when the band are caught off-guard, with the candid reflections revealing the dynamics of a band that would become global superstars in less than a year. Photos included in a Daily Mail exclusive showed images of Liam Gallagher standing on chairs, and wearing shower caps, with the paper also reporting that the images focussed more on the younger Gallagher, rather than his older brother, Noel.  

Promoting the book, Cummins appeared on Robert Elms’ BBC Radio London slot on 22 March. Discussing various elements of the portfolio, Cummins explained how the photos came about. He was asked to photograph the band by their label, Creation Records, who thought they’d get along given their shared support of Manchester City. He also shared that he is still friends with the brothers, seeing Noel more often than Liam. Recalling their first planned shoot, the photographer described how a session in Amsterdam was cancelled after the band got into a fight with Chelsea fans on the ferry crossing.

A spread from my forthcoming book: #Oasis: The Masterplan The book covers ’94, their breakthrough year. I was commissioned to photograph them with various lighting, locations & styles, for Creation to see what suited them best. Linktree link on my biog to order -it’s out 27 March pic.twitter.com/OtOxiPIcOE

— Kevin Cummins (@KCMANC) March 21, 2025

The book also features commentary and insights from Noel Gallagher, whose present day reflections put those candid moments in context. In a promotional quote for the book, Gallagher said: “This book really brings those early years back to me. Kevin’s photographs captured us at the very beginning. This is a must-have book for every Oasis fan.”

Oasis: The Masterplan is on sale now with an RRP of £35, though it is available for less from various retailers. Fan responses to Cummins through his social media were positive, with one X user saying, “Some lovely snaps! Good job you had a camera on you!” With fewer than 100 days until Oasis kick off their reunion tour, this book is almost certain to build even more excitement.

The move is reportedly an attempt to control the film’s direction, as they also did with 2021’s ‘Oasis Knebworth 1996’. That previous documentary was released under their still-existing company, Kosmic Kyte Ltd, which also lists co-manager Kyle McKinley as a person officer. Uprise North Ltd lists only the two brothers as officers, suggesting more control, or a change behind the scenes. 

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The Sun secured exclusive quotes from a source close to the situation, who claimed that streaming giants had expressed an interest in acquiring the rights to produce a documentary on the same subject. “They had endless offers from companies wanting to make and distribute their ­comeback film but by opening this new company, they appear to be taking total control”.  

Neither Gallagher has addressed the speculation head-on, however Liam has responded to fans on X. Responding to a question about an upcoming documentary ending up on Netflix, the singer said, “We’re not doing one.” Some took this as a cryptic message, hinting at more than one film or documentary in the works.  

The Oasis Live ‘25 tour was announced last year, and will see the band perform 41 confirmed shows worldwide. Among the tour dates are seven nights at Wembley Arena, and five more at Manchester’s Heaton Park. Even with multiple dates in the US, Australia, and more around the globe, the tour is dwarfed in scale by their previous tours supporting the albums ‘Definitely Maybe’ and ‘(What’s the Story) Morning Glory?’, which saw them perform 142 and 101 shows, respectively. Despite this, the 2025 shows will have an unprecedented cultural significance considering fans had been crying out for a reunion for 15 years.

The tour announcement hasn’t been without its issues, however. From the infamous dynamic pricing debacle, which led to accusations of price gouging, and more recently, an automated system mistakenly labelling genuine fans as bots, and refunding them their hard-earned tickets.  

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As fans on the r/Oasis subreddit pointed out, reunion documentaries are nothing new, and live albums often follow. Blur’s 2023 reunion saw them perform two shows at Wembley, with footage used in a documentary, and a live album released a year later. 

Though nothing is confirmed, the Companies House website records clearly show that something is happening. As The Sun’s source put it, “Noel and Liam set the narrative from the start on their comeback, and they want to be in control of whatever ­happens during and after the shows. It has been a very long time coming, and they do not want to disappoint.”

Ever since Liam and Noel Gallagher announced they were reforming Oasis for a massive 2025 world tour, speculation has been swirling about who would join them in the new-look band. Now, Liam has finally put an end to the rumours—though his revelation is anything but expected.

In a move no one saw coming, he confirmed that former members Gem Archer, Bonehead, Andy Bell, and Zak Starkey will not be part of the reunion. Instead, the reformed Oasis will reportedly feature Peppa Pig on drums, Bert and Ernie on lead guitar and bass, and a character from ‘Fingerbobs‘ on keyboards. Naturally, Liam and Noel will be the centre of attention.

On a recent Twitter Post, Liam said: “Here we have it. Peppa Pig on drums, Bert n Ernie on lead guitar n bass, Fingerbobs on keyboard. Obv me n Rkid. Hope that clears everything up. Can’t wait to see you all. Who says RnR is dead? LG x”

Here we have it Peppa pig on drums Bert n Ernie on lead guitar n bass finger bobs on keyboard obv me n Rkid hope that clears everything up can’t wait to see you all who’s says RnR is dead LG x

— Liam Gallagher (@liamgallagher) March 5, 2025

The surreal lineup didn’t stop there. When a fan asked if Muppets icon Miss Piggy would be involved, Liam confirmed that she would be Oasis’ tour manager. And as for her long-time companion, Kermit the Frog? According to Liam, the beloved amphibian might have a more questionable role as the tour drug dealer. But one thing’s for sure—he knows how to keep fans talking. 

Drug dealer — Liam Gallagher (@liamgallagher) March 5, 2025

The brothers will be undertaking a much awaited, completely sold out (and, crazy expensive) tour this year, after years of feuding between the two. In their statement announcing the tour, Oasis declared: “The guns have fallen silent. The stars have aligned. The great wait is over. Come see. It will not be televised.”

However, the excitement quickly soured when ticket sales began last August, with fans expressing outrage over the use of “dynamic pricing.” Tickets, originally priced at £148, soared to as high as £355, causing backlash from those who had waited for hours in online queues. Ticketmaster’s pricing strategy was slammed as “scandalous” by many, adding a layer of frustration to an otherwise jubilant reunion.

Despite the ticketing controversy, the 2025 tour is expected to be a massive event for Oasis fans around the world. Here is the current tour dates, most of which have already sold out:

JULY

4 – Principality Stadium, Cardiff

5 – Principality Stadium, Cardiff

11 – Heaton Park, Manchester

12 – Heaton Park, Manchester

16 – Heaton Park, Manchester

19 – Heaton Park, Manchester

20 – Heaton Park, Manchester

25 – Wembley Stadium, London

26 – Wembley Stadium, London

30 – Wembley Stadium, London

AUGUST

2 – Wembley Stadium, London

3 – Wembley Stadium, London

8 – Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh

9 – Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh

12 – Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh

16 – Croke Park, Dublin

17 – Croke Park, Dublin

SEPTEMBER

27 – Wembley Stadium, London

28 – Wembley Stadium, London