What's wrong with Oasis…Racism → Wook Ilgi Controversy Two months before Korea

By Jieun, Baek

Aug 13, 2025

What's wrong with Oasis…Racism → Wook Ilgi Controversy Two months before Korea



British band Oasis has been embroiled in a controversy over the Rising Sun Flag two months before its performance in Korea.

On the 8th, Oasis posted a video on its official account, "Please check out the new visualizer of "Morning Glory"." The released video is an image of 'Morning Glory' released in 1995 by Oasis. However, a design depicting the Rising Sun Flag was inserted here, causing controversy.

As the Rising Sun Flag is a military flag used by Japan in World War II and symbolizes Japanese militarism, domestic fans have expressed strong protests. Do netizens realize that they will come to Korea in two months. Delete and apologize' Can Nazi symbols be used in German concerts?' and 'If it was to express the sun, wouldn't it be okay to design it a little differently?' he said. However, Oasis has been silent and unanswered for three days.




What's wrong with Oasis…Racism → Wook Ilgi Controversy Two months before Korea
Oasis was also embroiled in a controversy over racism last month. Liam Gallagher left a message on his account, 'Chong Chong', a disparaging word for East Asians. When the fans pointed out, they fought with each other, saying "Why", "Calm down". Criticism ensued in his manner, and only then did Liam Gallagher "I'm sorry if I offended anyone, although it wasn't intentional. I love all of you and I don't discriminate. Peace and love" he apologized.

Oasis will host a reunion tour at Goyang Stadium in Gyeonggi Province on Oct. 21 at 8 p.m. This performance drew great attention as it was the first performance in Korea in 16 years. However, following racist remarks, the war crimes case. Fans are growing angry at the oasis's move, where there is no understanding or consideration for the history and culture of other countries.





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