China Cans Oasis Gigs Over Tibet Sympathies

By Harry Kimball, Newser Staff

Posted Mar 2, 2009 5:28 PM CST

(Newser) – China has canceled two Oasis concerts in April because band member Noel Gallagher appeared at a Free Tibet concert more than 10 years ago, NME reports. The decision “has left both Oasis and the promoters bewildered,” a statement from the band read. Calling the band "unsuitable," China ordered tickets for the Beijing and Shanghai concerts be refunded.

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A Free Tibet flag unveiled during the Beijing Olympics. (AP Photo)

Noel Gallagher of Oasis. (AP Photo)

Noel Gallagher, left, and Liam Gallagher of Oasis perform. (AP Photo)

Liam Gallagher of Oasis. (AP Photo)

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The Chinese authorities action in cancelling these shows marks a reversal of their decision regarding the band, which has left both Oasis and the promoters bewildered. - Oasis

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