Was There Then- Do The Right Thing, Our Kid.

Was There Then- Do The Right Thing, Our Kid.

As much as I love Liam’s choice of t-shirts (as you can see below),

I have beef with our favourite Manc brothers.


Don't get me wrong, but when the news broke that Oasis was back, I couldn't help but feel like I was 20 again.

I still remember that night in ‘95, piling into a beat-up car with my best mates, buzzing with excitement.

The Oasis vs Blur rivalry was at its peak, and we were driving to Bournemouth to witness history.

With £10 tickets, we were about to see the band that defined our generation, with just 4,000 other kids.

That night, we didn’t just watch a gig; we lived it. It’s a “Champagne Supernova” memory that still shines.



You can listen to the whole gig here.

Now, my 12-year-old son wants to see Oasis live, and I’d love to recreate that magic with him.

?But ticket prices today are nothing like they were in ‘95. It’s tough to justify spending the same as a week in Centre Parcs.

It got me thinking.

Recently, during her tour, Taylor Swift donated thousands to UK food banks, showing that global superstars can make a difference beyond the stage. (The 34-year-old singer has donated to food banks around the UK, Europe, and America during her 18-month-long Eras Tour).

What if Oasis did something similar??

What if they used their comeback to bring joy to fans and give back to the small music venues that made them who they are?

These grassroots venues are the lifeblood of the UK music scene, where Oasis and countless other bands found their sound.

We might never have had our “Supersonic” moments without these intimate stages.?

But now, these venues are struggling. With rising costs, Covid, greedy property developers and shrinking audiences, many are on the brink of closing.

Imagine if Oasis supported these venues:

And created:

Sustainability: A portion of ticket sales could help keep these community hubs thriving.

Nurturing Talent: These venues are where the next big thing is brewing. Supporting them means supporting the future of British music.

Cultural Preservation: The UK’s rich music culture is built on these small venues. By giving back, Oasis could ensure that this culture continues to evolve.

It’s time to go beyond nostalgia. Oasis has a chance to relive their glory days and give back to the places that made those days possible.

What’s the point of filling stadiums if there’s nowhere left for the next Oasis to start?

They weren’t just another band; they were the soundtrack to our lives, a “Live Forever” anthem for a generation.

I’m just a dad, and music lover who’s lived through those countless moments in sweaty clubs and venues and now dreams of sharing them with my son.

But as we gear up for their return, let’s think about how they can give back to the venues that made it all possible.?

If Taylor Swift can do it, why not Our Kid?

It’s about more than just “Cigarettes & Alcohol”—ensuring the survival of the UK’s incredible music culture.

Let’s look after our own and keep the music playing for generations.

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