Noel Gallagher is a legendary English musician, singer and songwriter best known for being the mastermind behind the rock band Oasis, one of the most successful and influential bands of the 1990s.
He is also known for his solo career as leader of Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds band and for his collaborations with other artists.
He is widely regarded as one of the finest songwriters of his generation and has won several awards for his music.
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- Full name: Noel Thomas David Gallagher
- Nickname: Chieftain
- Date of Birth: May 29, 1967
- Age: 56
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: Manchester, England
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Musician, singer, songwriter
- Height: 1.75 m
- Parents: Thomas and Peggy Gallagher
- Siblings: Paul Gallagher and Liam Gallagher
- Spouse: Sarah McDonald (married in 2011)
- Children: Anais, Donovan and Sonny
- Marital status: Married
- Net worth: $75 million
Early life and education
Noel Gallagher, who will turn 56 in 2023, was born on May 29, 1967, in Manchester, England, to Irish immigrant parents.
He grew up in a working-class family and had a childhood marked by poverty, violence, and abuse. His father, Thomas Gallagher, was an alcoholic who regularly beat him and his mother, Peggy Gallagher, who eventually left him when Noel was 13.
Noel grew up with his two siblings Paul and Liam Gallagher. He attended St Mark’s Catholic Primary School and St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School, but he was not interested in academics and dropped out at the age of 15.
He started out as a construction worker and later became a resident staff member for the band Inspiral Carpets.
He developed a keen interest in music at an early age and taught himself to play guitar at the age of 12. He was influenced by bands such as The Beatles, The Smiths, The Stone Roses and The Jam.
He also began writing songs and forming bands with friends.
Personal life
Noel Gallagher has been married twice and has three children. His first wife was publicist Meg Matthews, whom he met in 1994.
They have a daughter named Anas, who was born in 2000. However, Noel admitted that he had cheated on her with several women and their marriage ended in divorce. He later claimed that he only married her because she got pregnant and that he never loved her.
His second and current wife is Sarah MacDonald, a Scottish PR executive, whom he met in 2000. They have two sons, Donovan, born in 2007, and Sonny, born in 2010. They were married in a private ceremony in Hampshire in 2011.
Noel called Sarah his soul mate and thanked her for saving him from addiction and depression.
He also said that he is a devoted father to his children and enjoys spending time with them.
Noel Gallagher has always had a strained relationship with his brother, Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher. The brothers had a strained relationship since childhood, often clashing over musical and personal differences.
They also publicly insulted each other and had several physical fights.
The rivalry between the two peaked in 2009 when Noel quit Oasis following a violent argument with Liam backstage. They have not spoken since and continue to criticise each other in the press. Noel said he does not miss Liam and has no desire to reunite with Oasis.
He also accused Liam of being a bad father, a bad husband, and a bad brother. On the other hand, Liam called Noel a liar, a coward, and a traitor.
He also expressed his desire to reconcile with Noel and said he still loved him despite their differences.
Profession
Noel Gallagher’s career can be divided into two phases: his time with Oasis and his solo career.
Oasis (1991-2009)
Noel Gallagher joined Oasis in 1991 when his brother Liam invited him to be the band’s lead guitarist and songwriter. He also sang lead vocals on some of the band’s songs, such as “Don’t look back in anger” and “Wall of Miracles”.
He is the main creative force of the band, writing most of the band’s songs. He also produced some of the band’s albums and plays various instruments such as bass, keyboards and drums.
Oasis became one of the most successful and influential bands of the 1990s, pioneering the Britpop movement with their catchy, passionate songs.
They have released seven studio albums, all of which reached number one in the UK, and have sold over 75 million copies worldwide.
Their most popular songs include “Live Forever”, “Champagne Supernova”, “Supersonic” and “Stop Crying Your Heart Out”.
Noel Gallagher has been widely praised for his songwriting skills and has been called “the finest songwriter of his generation” by Beatles producer George Martin.
His music has also won many awards, such as the Brit Award for Best British Male Vocalist, the New Music Express Award for Best Songwriter, and the Ivor Novello Award for Outstanding Contribution to British Music.
However, Oasis also had a turbulent history, with frequent clashes and fights between the Gallagher brothers, as well as drug abuse and legal troubles.
The band has a notorious rivalry with another Britpop band, Blur, and often makes headlines for their controversial and outspoken statements.
They also went through several lineup changes, with some members leaving or being fired due to disagreements with Noel. The band’s popularity and quality declined in the 2000s as they failed to recreate their early success and innovation.
In 2009, Noel Gallagher quit Oasis after a violent argument with Liam backstage and announced he would pursue a solo career. He later said he did not regret leaving the band and felt liberated and happy.
High Flying Birds by Noel Gallagher (2010-present)
Noel Gallagher formed a new band in 2010 called “Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds”, which consists of himself and various musicians.
He has released four albums: Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Bird (2011), Chasing Yesterday (2015), Who Built the Moon? (2017) and The Road Back: Volume 1 (2021). He has also released several EPs, such as “Dancing with the Black Stars” (2019) and “Blue Moon Rising” (2020).
His music has been described as more diverse and experimental than his previous work with Oasis, incorporating elements of psychedelic rock, folk rock, electronic music, and orchestral music.
He has also worked with artists such as Paul Weller, Johnny Marr, The Chemical Brothers and U2. He remains one of the most respected and influential figures in British music.
He has won several awards including the NME Divine Talent Award, the Q Icon Award and the Ivor Novello Award for Outstanding Songbook.
He has also performed at festivals and venues including Glastonbury, Coachella, the Royal Albert Hall and Madison Square Garden.
He said he enjoys making music for himself and doesn’t care about critics or charts. He also said he is proud of his achievements and hopes to inspire the next generation of musicians.
net worth
Noel Gallagher’s net worth is estimated to be $75 million. He earned this huge fortune through his music career with the band Oasis and as a solo artist.
He also owns several properties, including a mansion in London, a farmhouse in Hampshire and a villa in Ibiza, and has a collection of guitars, cars and art.
He said he wasn’t interested in money and would only spend it on things that made him happy.
dispute
Noel Gallagher has been involved in several controversies during his career, mainly due to his outspoken and provocative personality.
He often makes controversial statements about other musicians, politicians, celebrities, and events that offend or anger many people. His most controversial statements include:
Calling Blur frontmen Damon Albarn and Alex James “idiot” He expressed the hope that they wouldInfected with AIDS and died” in 1995.
He later apologised for his comments, saying he was drunk and angry at the time. He also reconciled with Albarn and James in 2015 and performed with them on stage.
Social Media
- Instagram account: @themightyi
- Twitter: @noelgallagher
Discography
- Fantasy Wall
- Wait for me
- eternal life
- Just a kiss
- any
- Supersonic
- Stop crying
- Champagne Supernova
- If I had a gun
