Liam Gallagher dismisses Fontaines D.C. as potential Oasis tour support

OPA WIRE, Oct 19 (OPA) — Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher has ruled out Fontaines D.C. as a support act for the band’s upcoming Live ’27 Tour. Gallagher dismissed the Irish group on social media, stating they are “not good enough” and lack sufficient songs to perform at the stadium level. The exchange follows a 2024 interview with Studio Brussel where Fontaines D.C. members expressed indifference toward the Oasis reunion, prompting Gallagher to label the band members as “little spunkbubbles.”

Fontaines D.C. released their fifth studio album, 'Dopamine Chamber,' on Oct. 16. The band has maintained a consistent release schedule since their 2019 debut 'Dogrel,' producing five records in eight years. Their 2024 album 'Romance' received critical acclaim, and the group has transitioned toward a synth-heavy sound on their latest project. While Oasis has confirmed Richard Ashcroft as a support act for their 42-date tour, no other opening performers have been announced.

Oasis announced their Live ’27 Tour last month following the conclusion of their Live ’25 series. The tour, which includes dates across mainland Europe, has sold out all 42 scheduled performances. The band’s last studio album, 'Dig Out Your Soul,' was released in 2008, and the group has not announced plans for new recorded material, focusing instead on their live touring schedule.

Despite the public friction, Fontaines D.C. continues to gain momentum with their latest release. The band’s trajectory contrasts with the nostalgia-driven model of the Oasis reunion, which relies heavily on the band's 1990s catalog. While Gallagher remains focused on his established hits, the industry continues to monitor the impact of Fontaines D.C.’s evolving sound on the modern post-punk landscape.