Oasis headline at Murrayfield shown with selective setlist

Oasis played two sold-out Murrayfield gigs but left out several of their biggest hits, including a track Noel Gallagher has praised in the past.

Oasis skip a big song at Murrayfield despite Noel saying it was among his best

Oasis performed two sold-out nights at Murrayfield Stadium, drawing an estimated 135,000 fans across Friday and Saturday. The set touched on many fan favorites such as Wonderwall and Don’t Look Back in Anger, while omitting several number-one singles, notably Stop Crying Your Heart Out and All Around the World. The Be Here Now era influenced the flow, with a nine-minute centerpiece and radio edits for some songs, and a total of 23 songs were played over the two evenings.

Noel Gallagher has previously described All Around the World as among the best songs he has written, making its absence a notable inconsistency with past remarks. The reunion of the Gallagher brothers after years of tension adds a human layer to the performances, set against Scotland’s long-standing ties to the band from early gigs in Glasgow to Loch Lomond. The show ends with Champagne Supernova and a fireworks display, underscoring a celebratory atmosphere even as setlist choices spark discussion.

The evening highlights how aging rock acts curate legacy shows. By trimming a few big singles, Oasis leans into a focused narrative rather than a strict greatest-hits parade. The onstage chemistry of the brothers matters as much as the songs themselves, signaling a delicate balance between history and live energy. The backdrop of Noel’s past comments about Scotland adds a political edge to what is otherwise a music story, reminding readers that public perception can shape a concert’s reception as much as the music.

This moment also reflects broader industry dynamics. Fans expect classics, but artists increasingly curate experiences to control memory and impact. The conflict between past statements and current choices shows how a legacy acts must navigate both fame and personal history in public. The result is a night that feels like a milestone as much as a milestone about milestones.

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Time will tell how this tour shapes the band’s legacy.