What’s the story? British peer says Oasis will play Knebworth – then rows back

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Lanre Bakare, Joshua Surtees and Aletha AduOctober 23, 2025 at 05:28 PM

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A British peer, Lady Taylor of Stevenage, announced that Oasis would perform five back-to-back anniversary gigs at Knebworth House in July 2026, sparking excitement among fans. The concerts would mark the 30th anniversary of the band's record-breaking first visit to the venue in 1996, which sold out in under 24 hours and drew a crowd of 250,000 people. Lady Taylor made the statement while discussing the decline of music venues and their economic impact. However, she later clarified that Oasis had not confirmed the event and that the band's management was unaware of the suggested five-night stand. The proposed concerts would be a significant cultural moment for the band, who are currently on tour in South Asia. Knebworth House owner Henry Lytton-Cobbold has expressed interest in hosting the reunion gigs.

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Knebworth House

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