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Dr Jacob Downs (inset) reveals some of the music theory, or "science," behind what has led to Oasis' music being so enduring since the heyday of "Cool Britannia."

Is there a formula to writing Britpop anthems much like Oasis have?

Former One Direction singer Zayn Malik will visit Edinburgh as part of a six-date UK tour.

Zayn Malik to visit Edinburgh on first ever solo tour

A poll of 2,000 motorists found a whopping 86 per cent have been in control of a vehicle while tired at some point

Millions of drivers admit getting behind the wheel when tired

Australia punk act Stand Atlantic's whirlwind tour of the UK continues this week - are there still tickets to see them perform?

Are there still tickets to see Stand Atlantic on their 2024 UK tour?

Supergrass have announced this morning they're heading back on the road in 2025 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their debut album, "Should I Coco."

Supergrass to celebrate anniversary of “Should I Coco” with UK tour

After winning a new legion of fans during his UK summer festival appearances, Teddy Swims is set to return to the country for a series of gigs in March 2025.

Teddy Swims announces UK tour for 2025 - where is he performing?

Backbeat - the word is on the street that there is a particular music theory behind why "Wonderwall" is such a popular track amongst buskers and karaoke singers UK wide.

Why is Oasis’ “Wonderwall” a key song in a busker’s repertoire?

Dua Lipa fans are already being warned to remain vigilant when booking accomodation for her 2025 UK tour dates.

Scam warning as UK pop star announces tour - what to look out for

Chappell Roan is known to many for her explosive rise in the music industry, but for others it's the litany of "controversies" the singer has found herself in due to her reluctance to the "pitfalls" that come with being famous.

Explainer Are all the “controversies” surrounding pop star Chappell Roan fair?

Dua Lipa’s world tour announcement has left some UK fans stunned over a lack of additional locations outside of London and Liverpool.

Fans left fuming over apparent Dua Lipa "snub" after tour announcement

One Oasis shirt that is "unofficial" went for £730 on eBay, owing to the renewed interest in the band and the cultural impact the Knebworth 1996 shows had.

Could your old Oasis shirt be worth a fortune now they’ve reformed?

Hans Zimmer is set to bring his new work, “The Next Level,” to the United Kingdom for four dates only in 2025.

Oscar-winning composer Hans Zimmer set for four UK shows in 2025

National Album Day returns on October 19 2024, with this year's choice selection of reissues including limited vinyl runs of All Saints, The Rolling Stones, Babyshambles and Spice Girls.

What reissues are set to be released for National Album Day 2024?

Soccer Mommy is set to return to the United Kingdom in 2025, to support her upcoming album "Evergreen," out October 25 2024.

Soccer Mommy announces return to the UK for Spring 2025 tour

British rock group, Oasis, performing at Knebworth House, Hertfordshire, 10th August 1996. (Photo by Brian Rasic/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Oasis fans disappointed as the band reveal no further UK dates planned

The Get Up Kids have added European and UK tour dates for 2025 as they continue to celebrate the anniversary of their breakthrough record, "Something To Write Home About."

The Get Up Kids announce UK tour for 2025 - where are they playing?
The Get Up Kids celebrate 25 years of “Something To Write Home About” in 2025.
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Louise Post, the co-founder of '90s alternative act Veruca Salt, had a brief relationship with Dave Grohl - leading to her involvement in one of Foo Figthters' biggest hits.

Explainer Who is Louise Post, and how long did she date Dave Grohl?

Creamfields (pictured), Glastonbury and Leeds and Reading are all set to return in 2025; but when are tickets on sale for next year's round of UK music festivals?

What UK music festivals have tickets for sale before Christmas 2024?

Eminem and Taylor Swift could break some significant records at this evening's MTV Video Music Awards, but the likes of Alicia Keys, NewJeans and BTS's Jungkook could also make some history of their own.

What records could be broken at the MTV Video Music Awards 2024?

Donald Glover has revealed on social media he is set to postpone a number of farwell tour dates to concentrate on his own well being.

Childish Gambino postpones farewell tour dates due to physical health

Malcolm Middleton and Aidan Moffat of Arab Strap will head out on tour this month

Arab Strap prepare for Scottish tour in support of eighth studio album

Taylor Swift is still the favourite to win the Artist of the Year award at this year's MTV Video Music Awards, but who among Sabrina Carpenter, Eminem, Beyonce and Chappell Roan are also considered favourites for their respective gongs?

Who are the favourites to win at this year’s MTV Video Music Awards?

Group portrait of British rock band Oasis in Manchester, United Kingdom, 29th November 1993. L-R Noel Gallagher, Paul Arthurs (aka Bonehead), Paul McGuigan, Tony McCarroll,Liam Gallagher. (Photo by James Fry/Getty Images)

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I left YouTube on autoplay for an hour and this was the result

Oasis have topped the UK album charts this week with "Definitely Maybe" knocking Sabrina Carpenter from the top spot. But what are their most streamed songs this year on Spotify?

What is the most streamed Oasis song on Spotify in 2024?

The Jonas Brothers’ long awaited UK tour begins this week - here’s what they could play and if you can still get tickets to their shows.

What will The Jonas Brothers perform during their 2024 UK Tour?

John Cale has announced an eight date tour of the United Kingdom scheduled for 2025.

Velvet Underground founder John Cale announces 8 date UK tour for 2025
One of the founders of The Velvet Underground, John Cale heads on tour in early 2025
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Oasis' reunion shows could net Manchester's local economy over £7 million across the five nights at Heaton Park - an economic bump Cardiff, London and Edinburgh should also anticipate.

Oasis’ reunion shows set to fetch over £7 million for local economies

Linkin Park have announced a new album release for November 2024 alongside introducing their new singer - Emily Armstrong - after their live stream overnight.

Who is Emily Armstrong, the new co-singer for Linkin Park?

HOLLYWOOD, CA - OCTOBER 27: Musicians from Linkin Park; Brad Delsen, Mike Shinoda and Joe Hahn perform during the "Linkin Park And Friends Celebrate Life In Honor Of Chester Bennington" concert at the Hollywood Bowl on October 27, 2017 in Hollywood, California.

Fans asked to sign waivers ahead of Linkin Park’s huge announcement

Blur's celebrated two-nights at Wembley Stadium in 2023 are getting a limited theatrical run this weekend, with the big-screen release of "Blur: Live at Wembley Stadium."

Blur’s celebrated 2023 Wembley shows arrive on the big screen

British rhythm and blues legends The Manfreds are set to bring their "Maximum Rhythm N Blues" tour to 28 cities across Autumn 2025.

The Manfreds announce 30 date UK tour for 2025 - how to get tickets

The final betting odds have been made ahead of this evening’s Mercury Prize - but who would this year’s winner join from previous years?

Explainer The history of the Mercury Prize and betting odds for tonight’s event

Green Day were forced to leave the stage during their most recent performance on the “Saviors” tour due to a safety issue.

Green Day abandon set midway through song due to safety issues

As Adele prepares for her final 10 dates in Las Vegas, ticket prices for her final show on November 23 2024 have now skyrocketed.

Ticket prices skyrocket for Adele’s final Las Vegas performance

Ice Spice performs onstage during Ice Spice Y2K! World Tour at Terminal 5 on August 07, 2024 in New York City.

Ice Spice announces short UK tour for the end of 2024

Van McCann of Catfish and the Bottlemen on the main stage at Leeds Festival. Picture: Mark Bickerdike Photography

Catfish and The Bottlemen cancel international tour dates at 11th hour

Dynamic pricing is just the supply and demand at work; knowing when dynamic pricing is applied though might help customers.

Forget Ticketmaster's dynamic pricing - what about their transparency? Benjamin Jackson

Gregory Porter performs onstage at Jazz at Lincoln Center's 2023 Gala, American Anthems: From Sea to Shining Sea on April 19, 2023 in New York City

Grammy winner Gregory Porter announces 2025 UK tour

Reporter Alison Brinkworth during a wild swim at Wild With Nature in Norfolk

I'm a wild swimmer and these products impressed me

Could the likes of Happy Mondays, The Stone Roses or Cast join Blossoms in supporting Oasis during their reunion tour?

Could one of these bands join Blossoms opening for Oasis’ in 2025?

As Oasis fans continue their quest to get reunion tickets, others wonder if the band will last until the shows due to their volatile nature - which was captured in the 1995 release "Wibbling Rivlary."

Explainer What is “Wibbling Rivalry,” an unofficial Oasis release in 1995?

Adele performing at Hyde Park in July 2022.

Watch: Adele announces she will take indefinite break from music

For many fans, the success of getting Oasis tickets has been met with frustration - not only due to server issues with Ticketmaster but also for it's "dynamic pricing" model making it harder for fans to purchase tickets for a reasonable price.

Explainer What is dynamic pricing as Oasis tickets enter the resellers market?

Liam and Noel Gallagher on stage in San Francisco in 1997 (Photo: Dave Hogan/Getty Images)

Sites down as Oasis reunion tour tickets go on sale

Oasis will play three gigs at Edinburgh's Murrayfield Stadium in August 2025.

How to get Oasis Murrayfield tickets, prices and tricks to jump queue

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How much accommodation will cost during Oasis 2025 gigs in Edinburgh

Noel Gallagher will return to Edinburgh next year with Oasis.

'Noel Gallagher banned me from gig - but I don't look back in anger'

Noel and Liam Gallagher on the 'Che Tempo Che Fa' Italian TV Show in 2008 (Photo: Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images)

Oasis to play extra Edinburgh date as more concert dates announced

Noel and Liam Gallagher on the 'Che Tempo Che Fa' Italian TV Show in 2008 (Photo: Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images)

Oasis to play extra Edinburgh date as more concert dates announced

Liam and Noel Gallagher are getting back together for Oasis’s long-awaited reunion with a worldwide tour in 2025.

Oasis announce 2025 reunion - including two massive gigs in Edinburgh

Liam and Noal Gallagher (Photo: Dave Hogan/Getty Images)

Oasis 2025 reunion: your rights if the Gallagher brothers split

Devices like the Ring Doorbell and smart speakers are heavily discounted

Amazon has slashed the price of its smart tech for a limited time only

A lot has changed since the last time Oasis played a gig together in 2009. Photo: Getty Images

9 things that didn’t exist last time Oasis played a show

Liam and Noel Gallagher are to go on tour as Oasis again (Photo by Brian Rasic/Getty Images)

SeeTickets issues update on Oasis ticket rules and resale warning