Liam Gallagher at Co-op Live stage times, supports, setlist and how to get there

"There's only one way forwards," opined the inimitable Manc rock icon Liam Gallagher earlier this week. "And it's f***ing backwards".

For Oasis fans, it's time to head 30 years backwards to be precise. To revel in the band's seminal debut album as Liam triumphantly celebrates Definitely Maybe's anniversary year.

Heading on to the Manchester homecoming leg of gigs is undoubtedly going to be special - for both Liam and the fans. And Liam told the MEN he's "buzzing" for it.

READ MORE: Inside the iconic Mr Sifters record shop that inspired Liam and Noel Gallagher

Speaking to the MEN earlier this year, Liam was looking forward to playing Manchester's newest live venue. He said: "I'm impressed, it looks good. I'm into it man."

With typical Liam swagger he added: "The big gigs are easy - I get more nervous at the little gigs you know."

Of the Definitely Maybe setlist - which will feature some of Oasis's biggest anthems like Live Forever, Slide Away and Supersonic - Liam was equally enthused.

"I just can't wait to play some of those really old ones that we haven't played since the 90s you know," he said. "I'm just looking forward to getting in there and getting the nice set together, I'm buzzing."

The shows, which also see Oasis founding member Paul "Bonehead" Arthurs on stage, have already been winning rave reviews from fans and critics alike since Liam kicked off the tour in Sheffield earlier this month. Pictures of the gigs show that the iconic artwork from the album's cover will be celebrated in the design of the show - think classic Burt Bacharach album, giant atlas and pink flamingo.

He is also excited to have son Gene playing in support at the gigs with his band Villanelle. "I'm proud of them," he said, before quipping: "It keeps them from mugging old women on the streets."

"As long as they're happy and they can make a living out of it, it's a good thing being in a band, You get to see the world and all that stuff."

If anyone should know that, it's our Liam. Here's more of what to expect from the Liam gigs, which start on Saturday, June 15 and then continue at Co-op Live on June 16, 27 and 28.

Who are the support acts?

It's worth getting along early as there are two cracking support acts for the show. First up will be Villanelle, the hotly-tipped new band that features Liam's son Gene Gallagher as frontman.

Then indie legends Cast will take to the stage. The Liverpool band fronted by John Power have been playing some of their biggest hits so far on the tour including Fine Time and Walkway and Alright.

Stage times

6.30pm - doors open

7pm - Villanelle

7:45pm - Cast

9pm - Liam Gallagher

Setlist

The setlist for these shows has been eagerly anticipated by fans, as it has seen Liam performing some songs live for the first time ever. The shows will see Liam playing the Definitely Maybe album tracklisting in full, as well as some choice extra tracks.

Setlists are always subject to change, but here's what's been generally played so far on the tour. This setlist is from his most recent gig at London's O2 Arena on June 11.

Rock n Roll Star

Columbia

Shakermaker

Up in the Sky

Digsy's Diner

Bring it on Down

Cloudburst

I Will Believe

Half the World Away

D'Yer Wanna Be a Spaceman?

Fade Away

Lock All the Doors

(It's Good) To Be Free

Whatever

Cigarettes & Alcohol

Married With Children

ENCORE

Supersonic

Slide Away

Live Forever

ENCORE 2

I Am the Walrus

How to get there

Co-op Live is in the East of Manchester, sitting right next to the Etihad Stadium, the home of Liam's beloved Manchester City.

Fans are being encouraged to use the Metrolink or the newly-revamped walking route where possible linking up the city centre to the venue. The arena is situated off Alan Turing Way in Beswick, which is next to the Etihad Campus tram stop and Manchester City's Etihad Stadium.

During Co-op Live's opening season of events, ticketholders will be able to travel for free on trams between the city and the venue until June 30, 2024. Transport will be included on all days of the week in line with Metrolink operating hours.

The Ashton-Eccles line to the Etihad Campus stop is located just two minutes walk from the venue. Frequent trams will also run every six minutes from the city centre and run until 1am on Saturdays.

There is also a city centre shuttle bus service, which will be included with all event tickets until June 30. The number of shuttle buses available will vary on each event with a maximum of ten buses per show. The buses will depart from Joe Mercer Way at the Etihad Campus and arrive at Piccadilly Gardens.

To make use of the walking route, follow the blue lampposts through Ancoats, New Islington, and Holt Town areas. The route features artwork, light displays and structures to check out - you can read about them here.

You can also find more details on bus routes to get to Co-op Live here.

Is there food and drink at Co-op Live?

With a number of bars and stalls inside the venue, there's a wide variety of food and drink options. Pies and burgers form part of the food menu, whilst there will be your usual selection of beers, soft drinks and wine available from the bars.

Head's up, you're looking at paying £7.95 - £8.95 for a pint, cocktails are £12 while wine is £8.95 for a can.

Food prices include £12.50 for a classic burger, £11 for a hotdog, £8.25 for Co-op pies and £7.50 for Carr's pasties

Is there parking at Co-op Live?

The arena has three official car parks, colour coded to blue, green and orange, but the available car parks will vary per event. All Official parking spots must be pre-booked online ahead of the event here.

The blue zone located off Sport City Way and Forge Lane, opposite Philips Park and Co-op Live, whilst orange parking is located off Alan Turing Way next to the Etihad Stadium. Disabled parking will be available in the blue zone and is free for blue badge holders. More details on parking near to the venue can be found here.

What is the Co-op Live ticket app?

The official Co-op Live mobile app has been created to help streamline the process of getting into the venue.

Through the app, you can access your tickets and essential event information, and there will also be maps and further details too. Tickets will be available through the app typically no later than five working days before the show.

For those who booked through Ticketmaster, your Co-op Live tickets will be accessible through the app. The app generates a barcode that can be accessed offline after its first open. You can find out how to use the app, and how to log in, here.

If you don't have a smartphone or a paper ticket entry can be gained via the Ticket Office team located on Level 1, Canalside. You will need to present the physical credit/debit card used for purchase alongside matching photo ID for verification.

What is the bag policy?

Co-op Live operates on a one bag per person policy. Small handbags are permitted as long as they are no larger than A4 in size. However, large bags, like backpacks and laptop bags, will not be allowed.

There will be limited bag storage on site priced from £15. This facility is located on Sir Howard Bernstein Way - opposite Gate J in the Orange Car Park on the Etihad Campus.

What items are banned?

Members of staff can remove items such as food, glass, bottles, cans, alcohol, large umbrellas, lighters, disposable vapes, professional cameras, plastic bottle tops, and recording equipment.

Devices like laptops, iPads, Go Pros, and similar items are also not allowed, unless pre-approved for medical reasons. You can see the full list of banned items at Co-op Live here.