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Oasis Sparks £250K Initiative to Revive Music Venues

8/1/2025

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Oasis electrified 300,000 fans at their Heaton Park shows, and now their success will fuel a £250,000 initiative to revive struggling grassroots music venues. In a united effort, Manchester City Council and the Royal Albert Hall are stepping up, with the latter introducing a £1 ticket levy to ensure live music thrives once more.

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Story summary

Oasis electrified 300,000 fans at their Heaton Park shows, and now their success will fuel a £250,000 initiative to revive struggling grassroots music venues. In a united effort, Manchester City Council and the Royal Albert Hall are stepping up, with the latter introducing a £1 ticket levy to ensure live music thrives once more.