Oasis and photographer Simon Emmett have announced details of their collaborative book, Oasis Live ’25 Opus, the "official photographic chronicle" of the band's acclaimed 2025 reunion tour, which the publishers say was "the most anticipated reunion of all time".
Emmett took the photo of Liam and Noel Gallagher which was used alongside the band's August '24 statement that they were reforming, and was subsequently invited to document Oasis' world tour.
"When I saw the reaction to the photo, it was obvious to me that this wasn’t a single event," Emmett says. "The photograph was the beginning of something. I felt strongly that this needed to be documented. There was no facade, this was genuine. We watched the crowd having the time of their lives, but the band and the crew are also having equally as good a time. That’s what was so magical about it."
"Opus is a really appropriate home for something like Oasis Live ‘25," the photographer adds. "They're a unique publisher, and it was a unique tour. I just hope that in some small way that it has captured the essence of joy of it."
A statement from the publisher reads, "The Opus captures the energy, emotion and scale of a tour that brought fans together across generations and goes beyond the stage, showing everything from quiet, candid moments to the full intensity of the live shows, and the connection between the band and their fans.
"Oasis Live ’25 Opus celebrates the band’s live legacy, captured by the very best with unprecedented and unique access with collaboration from both Liam and Noel. Including 100% unseen content, taking fans behind the scenes and to re-live the tour’s highest moments."
