Fans have been left devastated after invites were sent out in the night for a private invite-only ballot for Oasis’ ‘final’ Wembley Stadium dates in 2025 – and they missed out once again.
The band said they would be sending the invites out to ‘eligible fans we have been able to identify’, and added that those who were signed into a Ticketmaster account on Saturday August 31 and were able to join a queue for tickets ‘may be eligible to take part’.
The options were 2000, 2006 or 2009. The correct answer is 2009, so those who submitted this will be in with a shot of buying the elusive tickets.
One fan said on X: ‘Just received an email from Oasis asking if I want to join the ballot for 2 tickets for new shows at Wembley!’
A second added: ‘Emails are going out for the Oasis ballot, I have received one and I’m confirmed for possibly getting in the ballot, there’s still hope, after the hours I spent trying I deserve a bloody ticket.’
A third said: ‘Ballot entry confirmed!! All fingers and toes crossed now.’
Others were frustrated and disappointed after being left empty-handed, despite queuing for hours for tickets when they went on sale at the end of August.
@sickandtired129 took to social media and said: ‘No email for me to apply for a ballot ticket for @oasis but I was logged on and in a queue on the Saturday several times. Knew it would be a sh***show.’
@KingCass89 added: ‘8 hours in a queue for oasis tickets last week. Have I woke up to a ballot invitation from oasis for this next one? Have I f**k. Give up. Absolutely shocking.’
@skybluesara2 also chimed in: ‘It’s a total shambles. There are so many of us who were queuing that day that haven’t even received the email to register for the ballot.’
Fan Stuart Knight expressed his disappointment as he told PA: ‘I’m really disappointed, especially as I thought they’d never tour again. What’s The Story (Morning Glory) was the second album I ever bought.
‘When I saw that there was going to be an invite-only ballot for those that logged in to Ticketmaster and joined the queue, I was glad I was going to get another opportunity; however, I’ve not received an invitation to the ballot despite meeting the pre-set criteria.
‘What’s really upsetting is a friend joined the queue for one hour and then gave up, yet they have received an invite.’
Another fan, Ali Harrison, 51, said she was ‘pretty annoyed and upset’ after unsuccessfully waiting online for more than nine hours to get tickets at the end of August.
The team leader, from Herne Bay, Kent, told PA: ‘I’ve been a fan since the early ’90s and was never able to afford to see them back then. Then I got sick with lupus so I couldn’t really go anywhere for anything.
‘Now I’m in a good place both health-wise and financially, and I still can’t go to their gigs because tickets have been impossible to get access to.’
Ticketmaster replied to fans on X, formerly Twitter, saying: ‘Oasis has emailed all eligible fans with registration instructions – if you did not receive this email, you are not eligible.’
The tour will be their first since breaking up backstage at France’s Rock en Seine festival in 2009.
A statement announcing the details of the private ballot read: ‘Invitations to enter private ballot will be sent overnight tonight (Saturday) to eligible fans we have been able to identify.
‘If you signed into your Ticketmaster UK account on Saturday August 31, and you were able to join a queue for a specific show, but didn’t get a ticket, then you may be eligible to take part and will receive an email on how to register for the ballot.
‘Keep an eye on the inbox associated with your Ticketmaster account and don’t forget to check your junkmail.
‘Once successfully registered, you will be entered into the ballot for a code to access the final Wembley on sale.
‘Due to the demand for the shows and to avoid last week’s long queues, codes will be strictly limited.
‘Entry to the ballot does not guarantee you will receive a code.
‘The ballot is only open to invited fans. You must register with the email to which your invitation was sent and which is registered with your Ticketmaster account.
‘All other entries will be discounted. If you do not receive an email then unfortunately you will not be eligible for the ballot.
‘You will be automatically discounted from the ballot, even if you go through the registration process.’
The New Ticket Sale Strategy
The announcement of the private ballot comes after many fans were shocked by standard tickets for the reunion tour more than doubling from £148 to £355 on Ticketmaster, prompting the Government and the UK’s competition watchdog to pledge they will look into the use of dynamic pricing.
Meanwhile, others were left angry and disappointed after being left empty-handed, having waited in an online queue for hours to buy tickets.
In a statement on Wednesday the band said they hoped the new ticket sale strategy will make ‘the process far smoother for fans by reducing the stress and time it takes’ to obtain tickets.
The Gallagher Brothers: From Feud to Reunion
It comes after Liam Gallagher spoke about his brother Noel for the first time since the reunion was announced, saying he ‘won’t have a bad word said” about him, and adding he would be ‘blowing him kisses in between each song’.
Fan Reactions: Frustration and Disappointment
Fans took to social media to vent their frustrations, with some expressing their disappointment at missing out on the ballot, while others highlighted the chaos of the original ticket sale process. Many fans voiced their concern regarding the lack of transparency and fairness in the ballot selection process. This has left fans questioning whether the process is truly aimed at giving all fans a fair chance. Some fans feel that the existing fan base, who have been loyal for years, is being sidelined in favor of new fans or those who are more adept at navigating online ticket sales. The experience has highlighted the frustrations and anxieties many fans feel when trying to obtain tickets for high-demand events, particularly in the context of dynamic pricing and online ballot systems.
The Future of Oasis
While the recent ticket saga has generated controversy, the prospect of Oasis returning to the stage for their ‘Live ’25’ tour remains exciting for many. Fans are eagerly awaiting the potential for new music, and the reunion offers a chance to re-experience the iconic anthems of a generation. The band has remained tight-lipped about the possibility of releasing new material, but the excitement around their return suggests that there is still a strong appetite for their music. Only time will tell if this reunion will lead to new music or mark the final chapter of the band's journey.
The Bitter Aftertaste
Despite the excitement surrounding the reunion, the ticket fiasco has left a bitter aftertaste for many fans. It has highlighted the challenges of navigating the modern ticketing landscape, with dynamic pricing, online queues, and exclusive ballots adding to the stress and disappointment of obtaining tickets. It raises questions about the accessibility and fairness of ticket sales in an era where demand far exceeds supply. For some fans, the experience has cast a shadow on the excitement of seeing Oasis back together, leaving them feeling frustrated and let down. Whether they will be able to overcome this disappointment and embrace the reunion remains to be seen.
