18 July 2025 Music News – Oasis Reunion, Bowie Box Set, Stones Collaborations + More
by Mike Bell
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Oasis has reunited. David Bowie’s final works are getting the box set treatment. Paul McCartney has announced a 2026 tour. Meanwhile, The Rolling Stones, Nick Cave, and The Fall are all in the headlines, and some of the greatest albums ever made are marking significant anniversaries.
From reunions and reissues to timeless tours, here’s a quick look at the biggest music news this week and how it connects to the music maps I design to visualise these legendary journeys.
Oasis – Together Again
The Gallagher brothers reunited on 4 July in Cardiff, ending a 16-year split that many thought would never heal. It’s now confirmed as the kickoff to a full-scale tour. The crowd? Electric. The energy? Exactly what you'd expect from one of Britain’s most beloved bands.
Follow their entire discography and journey with my Oasis Music Map
“Oasis reunites in Cardiff for a hit-packed set! The Gallagher brothers ended a 16-year feud. #Oasis #Reunion #Cardiff”
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David Bowie – Final Works in One Box
A major posthumous release is on the way. DAVID BOWIE 6: I Can’t Give Everything Away (2002–2016) arrives on 12 September 2025, bringing together later-period albums like Reality, The Next Day, and Blackstar, plus rare and unreleased material. For longtime fans, it’s the final chapter, told appropriately.
Trace the creative arc with the David Bowie Studio Discography Map.
“New David Bowie box set 'I Can’t Give Everything Away (2002–2016)' drops Sept 12, 2025. #DavidBowie #NewRelease #BoxSet”
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Paul McCartney – Back on Tour in 2026
Still going strong, Paul McCartney has just confirmed a run of 2026 tour dates. No complete list is yet available, but insiders suggest that major UK stadiums are booked, with possible international legs to follow.
Map out his complete career alongside The Beatles with the Beatles Music Map
“Paul McCartney announces new tour dates for 2026—get ready for more legendary performances! #PaulMcCartney #Tour2026 #MusicNews”
The Rolling Stones – Glastonbury, Sabbath & Zydeco
It’s been a busy few weeks for the Stones. On 27 June, they released a track on A Tribute To The King of Zydeco, covering “Zydeco Sont Pas Salés.” Then on 29 June, Ronnie Wood joined Rod Stewart at Glastonbury, followed by an appearance at Black Sabbath’s final show on 5 July in Birmingham. Cross-genre, cross-generation, still everywhere.
Explore the Stones’ long path with the Rolling Stones Discography Map
“The Rolling Stones feature on ‘A Tribute To The King Of Zydeco’ with ‘Zydeco Sont Pas Salés’! #RollingStones #Zydeco #NewMusic”
“Ronnie Wood joins Rod Stewart and Sabbath on stage—what a week! 🎸 #RonnieWood #Glastonbury #BlackSabbath”
Nick Cave – Solo at Pompeii
Nick Cave performs a rare solo show at the Amphitheatre in Pompeii on 19 July 2025: one man, one voice, one of the most atmospheric stages in the world. Cave never plays it safe, and that’s why we keep watching.
Follow the full arc of Cave’s music in the Nick Cave Albums Map
“Nick Cave plays solo at Pompeii’s ancient amphitheatre - July 19, 2025. #NickCave #SoloTour #Pompei”
The Fall – Levitate on Red Vinyl
Even without new recordings, The Fall continues to turn heads. The 1997 album Levitate has been reissued on transparent red vinyl, drawing fresh attention from collectors and longtime fans.
Map The Fall’s complex, shifting line-up with the Discography Map
“The Fall’s 'Levitate' reissued in transparent red vinyl, available now. #TheFall #Reissue #Vinyl”
Album Anniversaries – Still Spinning
Classic albums are marking significant birthdays this month. They don’t age; they continue to influence new generations.
- Fleetwood Mac – Rumours turns 48
- The Beatles – Revolver turns 59
- Pink Floyd – The Dark Side of the Moon hits 52
- The Who – Quadrophenia marks 50 years
Visualise them all with these maps: Fleetwood Mac, Beatles, Pink Floyd, The Who
Related Music Maps – For Fans, Collectors & the Just-Curious
- Oasis Albums in Order – Music Map
- David Bowie Complete Studio Albums Map
- Nick Cave Albums Visualised
- The Beatles Discography Poster
- The Fall Band Timeline
- Rolling Stones Music Journey Map
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