Actor Leonardo DiCaprio recently enjoyed a memorable moment at an Oasis concert in Los Angeles, where the band paid homage to Beatles icon Paul McCartney. During the event, DiCaprio witnessed the Gallagher brothers perform a cover of a Beatles classic with McCartney present, creating a unique and heartfelt experience.
“It was incredible. It was incredible to see them back together again,”
DiCaprio said in an interview with NME.
“And Paul McCartney was actually there, and I think they sang a Beatles song. I remember I was in the section next to him and the whole sort of stadium looked back at Paul and clapped for Paul too which was which was awesome.”
He added,
“It was a great tip of the hat. So, it was a special night.”
Oasis Integrates Beatles Tribute Into Their Live ’25 Tour
As part of their ongoing Live ’25 tour, Oasis surprised fans by inserting a tribute to the Beatles during their performance of “Whatever.” Mid-song, they included a snippet from the Beatles’ “Octopus’s Garden,” a moment that saw Paul McCartney himself in the audience, visibly moved by the gesture.
DiCaprio expressed his enthusiasm for the tour and the significance of such moments, comparing the excitement to that surrounding legendary band Radiohead.
“It was a great tour. Everyone’s so excited about it. Really, much like Radiohead when that happens, too,”
he said.
“I think everyone’s going to do their best to be there for those moments.”
Oasis Tour Schedule and Global Reach
The Oasis Live ’25 Tour will continue through November, with the Gallagher brothers slated to perform at London’s Wembley Stadium this weekend. Following their UK appearances, the band plans to take their tour to audiences across Asia, Australia, and South America, extending their global reach and reconnecting with fans worldwide.
Liam Gallagher Reflects on the Beatles’ Influence
In a conversation with Rolling Stone, Liam Gallagher opened up about his early discovery of the Beatles and the impact their music had on him, especially after the tragic murder of John Lennon. When asked how being in Oasis compared to being in the Beatles, Gallagher remarked,
“It’s got to be being in Oasis, man.”
However, when asked about the ranking of God versus the Beatles, he replied,
“It’s got to be being in the Beatles. When was the last time God made a decent record?”
The Cultural Importance of the Tribute
This special homage from Oasis during their Live ’25 tour highlights the enduring legacy of the Beatles and their profound influence on successive generations of musicians. The presence of Paul McCartney and the enthusiastic response from both the band and audience reinforce the timeless connection between past and present icons. As the tour progresses across multiple continents, these moments of musical history are likely to inspire fans and performers alike.
