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Team Noel or Team Liam? Choose a brother to back when you buy our Oasis special collector’s edition

Big Issue is celebrating the enduring cultural legacy of Oasis with a special edition, out now

In a move that could reignite one of the most iconic feuds in British rock history, Big Issue is turning up the heat between the Gallagher brothers with two special edition covers, featuring either Liam or Noel Gallagher, ahead of their much-anticipated reunion tour.

As fans across the UK brace for a summer soaked in nostalgia and swagger, Big Issue celebrates the enduring cultural legacy of Oasis by giving you, our readers, a choice: Team Liam or Team Noel?

The collectible covers feature two of the most outspoken and influential figures in the history of British music. Inside readers can enjoy a complete retrospective on the history of the band, with interviews and contributions from those who have photographed, promoted and created sleeve art for them over the years. Plus, we rewind to the very best of Liam and Noel’s Big Issue interviews from the past three decades.

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We’ve spoken to legendary Oasis photographer Kevin Cummins, who captured the big moments, including both cover images, as the band blazed a trail through 1994, starting the year as fledgling hopefuls and ending it with a number one album and five hit singles.

A limited run of 10 collector’s copies, signed by Cummins, will be available exclusively from the Big Issue Shop, with proceeds supporting Big Issue’s work to end poverty in the UK.

The long-awaited Oasis’ Live ’25 tour kicks off in Cardiff on 4 July before a run of shows in London, Manchester, Edinburgh and Dublin.

Paul McNamee, UK editor of the Big Issue said: “These covers are a celebration of a band that defined a generation. Over the years Big Issue has been with them, as a band and solo. Our interviews provide incredible insights to the Oasis story.

“The Gallagher rivalry is part of the story, but the music is key. That said, we’re keen to see which side Big Issue readers pick. Don’t miss out – choose your side. Or go for both! The Big Issue will always be here showing to spotlight cultural forces.”

Our Oasis collectors special is on sale nationwide from today (30 June) from your local Big Issue vendor or via the Big Issue Shop.

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