Oasis Melbourne Concert: Flare Incident Sparks Liam Gallagher’s Outrage, Fans Praise Electrifying Return
The first of three Oasis concerts in Melbourne was marked by an unexpected flare launched into the crowd, provoking a passionate reaction from Liam Gallagher. Fans still hailed the event as a spectacular comeback from the band after a 16-year break.
Docklands Stadium was charged with energy as over 50,000 fans gathered on Friday night to witness Oasis begin their Australian tour. It was their first live performance in more than a decade and a half, and the enthusiasm was palpable.
Flare Disrupts the Set
The concert took a sudden turn when a red flare was ignited in the crowd during the band’s closing track, the classic Champagne Supernova. Stadium officials confirmed the flare’s timing and noted that, despite the dramatic scene, there were no injuries or arrests. Victoria Police later verified this.
Video footage captured by fans shows the red flare exploding and filling the stadium with an eerie glow over the massive crowd.
Liam Gallagher's Fiery Response
Liam Gallagher expressed his frustration on social media, posting a strongly worded message aimed at the individual responsible for the disturbance.
“To the massive C*** who launched that flare into the crowd last night at the gig in Melbourne you are 1 seriously f***** up individual and you will get yours trust me,” he wrote.
Despite the disruption, the incident did not dampen fans’ excitement over the band’s long-awaited return, which many described as a defining moment for Oasis and their legacy.
Author’s Summary
Oasis’ Melbourne concert dazzled fans after 16 years, though a rogue flare briefly interrupted the celebration and sparked Liam Gallagher’s fury online.