Former The Verve frontman, Richard Ashcroft, has officially been confirmed as a support act for Oasis during their reunion tour.

The singer, who is best known for hit songs like Bitter Sweet Symphony, is said to have been "inspired" by brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher early in his career.

Richard Ashcroft has had a strong relationship with the Gallagher brothers since the 1990s (Image: Tim Goode/PA)

Announcing the news, Richard said: “As a fan from day one I was buzzing for many reasons when the news of Oasis’s return was........

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