Liam Gallagher gifts giant Oasis ‘Definitely Maybe’ globe for installation at Manchester’s Co-op Live

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Liam Gallagher has gifted the giant globe from his 30th anniversary ‘Definitely Maybe’ tour to an installation at the Co-op Live in Manchester.The soloist and former Oasis frontman played four headline shows at the new arena earlier this summer, where he performed the Britpop band’s 1994 debut album in full and showcased other rarities from that era – including the Noel-sung B-side ‘Half The World Away’.LG’s stage set up for the celebratory gigs featured a recreation of the large globe that appears on the ‘Definitely Maybe’ artwork, along with other items from the iconic front sleeve.It came after Liam told fans that he was “gonna go for it visually” at the concerts, and “bring the cover alive”.Now, it has been announced that the singer has donated his giant globe to the Co-op Live as “a semi-permanent fixture”.

It’ll soon be displayed in the venue’s atrium, The Street, to celebrate Liam’s run of shows and to further commemorate three decades of ‘Definitely Maybe’.Additionally, the Co-op Live has donated £25,000 to Liam’s chosen charity, Happy Doggo.

Launched in 2021, the organisation reduces the suffering of stray dogs by offering support, sanctuary and welfare worldwide.A press release reads: “The donation aligns with the venue’s wider commitment to supporting charities and causes that performers are linked to.

Further signifying Co-op Live’s commitment to charity, the venue will also encourage fans to add donations through in-venue QR codes, digital and physical activations.” Visit here to donate.Rebecca Kane Burton, Interim General Manager at Co-op Live, said: “There’s nothing more fitting than immortalising a part of Liam Gallagher’s triumphant homecoming as a fixture in the venue.“It’s great to be able to pair this.