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After years of public fights and bad blood, Oasis is finally back on tour, and fans couldn’t be more excited. Many believed the iconic Britpop band would never reunite, especially with all the tension between the Gallagher brothers, Liam and Noel. But against all odds, the long-awaited world tour is happening. And in true Liam fashion, the outspoken frontman had something bold to say during a recent performance: “We are not Coldplay.”
At first glance, it might seem like another jab in the long list of bands Liam has mocked, he’s taken swings at The 1975, various pop stars, athletes, and even his own brother over the years. But this particular comment wasn’t about music at all. It was a response to something much more awkward that happened at a Coldplay concert recently: a tech CEO and his colleague were caught on camera looking a little too cosy during the show. The video went viral, leading to personal and professional fallout, including the CEO stepping down from his position.
In today’s world, public events are often more about the cameras than the crowd. Whether you’re a celebrity or just someone enjoying a night out, there’s a good chance someone’s phone might turn a private moment into a public spectacle. That’s the issue Liam seemed to be addressing when he reassured the crowd that they wouldn’t be secretly filmed or exposed during his shows.
Speaking to fans at a concert, Liam said (in his usual unfiltered tone), “Do we have any lovebirds in the house? Don’t worry, we ain’t got any of that Coldplay, snidey f—— camera s—. It doesn’t matter to us who you’re f—— mingling with, or tingling with, or fingering with. None of our f—— business.”
What he’s getting at is pretty clear: people deserve privacy, even in public spaces. If you want to dance, kiss, or just let loose at a concert, you shouldn’t have to worry about ending up in a viral video. Liam is advocating for a no-judgment, no-invasion vibe at his shows, something that’s becoming increasingly rare.
This idea of protecting personal moments in public is catching on. Rapper Tyler, the Creator, recently hosted a listening party where phones were banned, and fans loved the experience. It shows that some artists are starting to push back against the culture of constant filming and sharing.
Meanwhile, Coldplay hasn’t directly addressed the CEO scandal. However, they did post on their official fan page that by attending one of their concerts, fans agree to being filmed, making it part of the deal. Chris Martin, Coldplay’s frontman, has kept quiet about the incident, perhaps because he’s going through relationship struggles of his own.
In the end, whether or not the CEO deserved to lose his job remains a matter of debate. Some feel it was justice for the hurt caused to his spouse, while others believe it was a harsh consequence for a private mistake caught in a very public way.
What’s clear is that Liam Gallagher wants Oasis shows to feel different. No judgment. No hidden cameras. Just music, freedom, and a bit of mischief—the way rock and roll is meant to be.