Liam Gallagher Rejects Fontaines D.C. as Oasis Support Act
Liam Gallagher dismissed Fontaines D.C. as potential opening acts for the upcoming Live ’27
tour, stating on social media that the Irish band are not good enough
and don’t have any tunes,
nme.com reported. The remarks arrive as Fontaines D.C. promote their new album, Dopamine Chamber,
which launched on October 16, 2026, following an intimate preview gig at London’s Roundhouse on October 15.
The exchange highlights ongoing friction between the Britpop icons and the modern post-punk group. When a fan asked on social media why Oasis did not book Fontaines D.C. for the 2027 stadium run, Gallagher replied sharply: There not good enough they don’t have any tunes.
He further criticized their appearance, writing Fuck them little spunkbubbles I’ve seen better dressed ROADIES
and adding, They look like a shit EMF.
Tensions Stemming From the 2024 Oasis Reunion
The animosity traces back to comments made by Fontaines D.C. members during the initial 2024 Oasis reunion announcement. Carlos O’Connell stated that the band couldn’t really give a shit
about the reunion, while Conor Deegan III voiced frustration over music industry nostalgia. Deegan explained at the time that the group wanted to focus on looking toward the future rather than getting caught in the style of the 2010s, calling the timing of the Oasis reformation really annoying.
Despite his bandmates’ comments, Grian Chatten distanced himself from the remarks. Chatten posted a comment on an Instagram post by nme.com declaring, I love Oasis. This is not my opinion.
Fontaines D.C. have not yet responded publicly to Gallagher’s latest remarks, and NME has contacted a spokesperson for the band for comment.
Oasis Live ’27 Tour Expansion and Support Lineup
The Oasis Live ’27
tour was officially announced on September 14. Noel Gallagher explained that the decision to head out again came after their second Wembley show on the Live ’25
tour in July 2025, noting that the band was having such a great time they questioned why they wouldn’t. Phenomenal demand led to an expansion, resulting in 42 sold-out dates spanning Celtic Park in Glasgow, the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, Knebworth, and Slane Castle, alongside international dates in mainland Europe and the US.
Noel Gallagher promised that the upcoming shows will be so much better
than the 2025 reunion performances because the band will be way more relaxed
the second time around. Thus far, Richard Ashcroft remains the only confirmed support act for the forthcoming dates, having previously joined the lineup for the UK leg of Live ’25.
Album Launches and Recent Band Tributes
The clash coincides with a major release cycle for Fontaines D.C., who dropped their new album Dopamine Chamber
to critical acclaim. Reviewing the record for nme.com, Andrew Trendell described them as the definitive band of this decade
on the record. However, the group has faced personal hardship, recently addressing a very tough year
during their Roundhouse performance, referencing the passing of their manager Trevor Dietz in June. The band performed their single Favourite
from their last album, 2023’s Romance.
Fontaines D.C. are also set to appear on Later… With Jools Holland,
with an intimate set filmed at Alexandra Palace scheduled to air in November and hit iPlayer next week.
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