Damon Albarn Calls Himself “Prophetic” About Oasis Reunion but Won’t Attend Shows

Damon Albarn reflects on his accurate Oasis reunion prediction, calling it “a good thing,” but says he’s too busy to catch their shows.

Damon Albarn’s Prophetic Take on Oasis Reunion

Back in 2023, Blur’s frontman Damon Albarn hinted strongly that an Oasis reunion was on the horizon. Fast forward two years, and he’s claiming he was actually “prophetic” in his prediction. Yet despite the excitement swirling around the band’s comeback, Albarn might not be in the crowd cheering them on.

Albarn shared with Italian newspaper Il Messaggero: “The Oasis reunion? Two years ago I was prophetic when I said that they would do it and that the road was level. Well, you can’t think that two brothers can’t reconcile, sooner or later. It’s a good thing, the way I see it.” However, when asked if he plans to attend any reunion shows, Albarn replied simply, “No: I’m literally too busy.”

A Rivalry Turned Friendship

Back in the '90s, Blur and Oasis were famously locked in a fierce rivalry, especially during the 1995 ‘Battle of Britpop’ – when Blur’s “Country House” and Oasis’s “Roll With It” dropped head-to-head. But times have changed, and so has the relationship.

Noel Gallagher has collaborated with Albarn both on stage and musically, including on the Gorillaz track “We Got The Power.” The two have forged a friendship, bonding over shared '90s memories. Even Liam Gallagher has expressed respect, calling Albarn a “great songwriter” in 2022.

Blur Bandmates’ Take on the Oasis Reunion

Though Albarn won’t be attending, some of his Blur bandmates might be more interested:

• Dave Rowntree (Drummer) said in September he’d be “first in the queue” to see Oasis on their reunion tour.
• Graham Coxon (Guitarist) called the reunion “good for fans” and previously expressed happiness about seeing Oasis back together.
• Alex James (Bassist), like Albarn, probably won’t be going, admitting in December he “genuinely won’t be going.” Still, James applauded the reunion as “wonderful” and “great for Blur,” lamenting how many bands end up disliking each other.

Damon Albarn’s Upcoming Projects

Albarn’s schedule is packed with exciting plans. He’s lined up some special one-off live Gorillaz shows in London from August 29 to September 3. These gigs will feature the full band performing their earliest albums accompanied by Jamie Hewlett’s striking visuals. Plus, fans can expect another Gorillaz album dropping later this year.

Additionally, Albarn revived his Africa Express project, which announced its first album since 2019, Africa Express Presents… Bahidora, released this May.

Oasis Reunion Tour Kicks Off In Manchester

The Oasis reunion tour is already underway, with the first of five massive homecoming gigs hitting Manchester’s Heaton Park on July 11.

A glowing five-star review of the Cardiff opening night described the event as “breezy and drama-free,” featuring a classy tribute to the late Liverpool star Diogo Jota. Noel and Liam Gallagher even joked about ticket price controversies, with Liam quipping, “Is it worth the £40,000 you paid for the ticket?” The show closed with iconic anthems like “Don’t Look Back In Anger,” “Wonderwall,” and “Champagne Supernova,” delivering a nostalgic escape for a new generation of fans.

“The world is a rotting shitty bin-fire and tomorrow never knows, but tonight, you’re a rock’n’roll star.”

– Review of Oasis reunion show

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Conclusion

Damon Albarn may have been spot on predicting the Oasis reunion, and he sees it as a positive step forward. But with his calendar full of Gorillaz and Africa Express projects, it looks like he’ll be watching from afar. Will this new era of peace and collaboration between Blur and Oasis continue to flourish? And which reunion shows are you planning to catch?

Frequently Asked Questions

• What did Damon Albarn say about the Oasis reunion?
  Damon Albarn called himself “prophetic” for predicting the reunion and sees it as “a good thing,” but said he won’t be attending due to being too busy.
• Have Damon Albarn and Noel Gallagher worked together?
  Yes, they collaborated on stage and on the Gorillaz track “We Got The Power,” building a friendship over time.
• Are any Blur members attending the Oasis reunion shows?
  Dave Rowntree said he’d be “first in the queue,” and Graham Coxon supports the reunion, while Alex James and Damon Albarn likely won’t attend.
• What projects is Damon Albarn currently working on?
  He has special Gorillaz live shows in London later this year and a new Gorillaz album coming, plus the Africa Express album release.
• When and where is the Oasis reunion tour happening?
  The tour resumed on July 11 at Manchester’s Heaton Park, with several big homecoming shows planned.

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