Edinburgh City Council Faces Pressure to Review Concert Noise Regulations After AC/DC and Oasis Shows
AC/DC recently performed at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh, Scotland, and their show was, unsurprisingly, very loud. The Edinburgh City Council is now under pressure to reconsider its regulations on concert noise levels following complaints about the volume of the performance. During the show, AC/DC exceeded the permitted noise levels, prompting eight official complaints from residents. The Council employees measured the sound levels at the venue and other locations in the city, leading to recommendations to avoid using fireworks at future events due to the excessive noise levels.
In addition to the AC/DC concert, the Council employees also referenced three Oasis gigs held at the stadium in August, where noise levels were also deemed excessive. Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher criticized the Edinburgh City Council for making derogatory comments about Oasis fans in a leaked briefing document. The document described Oasis fans as "mainly middle-aged men" who would occupy more space in pubs during the band's three shows in August. Liam Gallagher expressed his disapproval of the Council's attitude towards Oasis fans in a public statement.
The Council's response to the noise complaints from the AC/DC concert and the Oasis gigs highlights the need for a review of regulations surrounding concert noise levels in Edinburgh. The excessive noise levels experienced during these events have raised concerns among residents and performers alike. It remains to be seen how the Council will address these issues and ensure a balance between hosting successful concerts and respecting the local community's noise regulations.