Oops!
China has decided to ban Oasis from performing in the country, causing the band to drop two shows scheduled for April.
After learning that Oasis member Noel Gallagher appeared at a “Free Tibet” benefit concert in the United States more than 10 years ago, the Chinese government deemed that the band are … “unsuitable to perform to their fans in the Chinese Republic.”
Last year Bjork caused some controversy when she shouted “Tibet!” at a concert, causing the government to tighten its performance license regulations.
In response Oasis issued a statement saying, “Oasis are extremely disappointed that they are now being prevented from undertaking their planned tour of mainland China and hope that the powers that be within China will reconsider their decision and allow the band to perform.”
Let Oasis play!
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