Overview
- Gallagher posted on X that both bands are “shit,” “lack attitude, swagger and style,” and “dress like estate agents,” inviting them to “bring it on.”
- The comments followed the announcement of a joint UK arena run for late 2026 by Manic Street Preachers and Suede, with tickets due on general sale at 9:30 a.m. BST on May 1.
- Neither band has issued a substantive public response, and the tour remains scheduled across major arenas including Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester, Cardiff, and London.
- The Manics have deep history with Oasis, having supported the band at major 1996 shows including Knebworth and earlier shared bills in 1994.
- Gallagher has previously needled Suede, and frontman Brett Anderson has distanced his band from the more laddish framing of 1990s Britpop.