Short Biography

Noel Thomas David Gallagher (born 29 May 1967 in Manchester, England) is the principal songwriter, lead guitarist, and occasional vocalist of English rock band Oasis. Raised with younger brother Liam Gallagher in Burnage, Manchester, Gallagher began to teach himself the guitar at the age of thirteen during a period of probation. After a series of odd jobs in construction, Gallagher joined local Manchester band Inspiral Carpets as a roadie in 1988. In 1991, he became a member of brother Liam`s band The Rain (whose name was later changed to Oasis), quickly asserting his dominance over the group.

Within a few years, with Oasis` early success due to their debut album, 1994`s Definitely Maybe, Gallagher assumed centre stage of the Britpop movement, during which Oasis continued to enjoy much critical and commercial success. This stage of the band`s career was epitomised by the release of their second album (What`s the Story) Morning Glory? and a rivalry with fellow Britpop band Blur. Since the demise of Britpop, Gallagher and Oasis have released six more albums.

Miscellaneous Information

Friends and Family

Ricky Hatton [Friend]

Peggy Gallagher [Mother]

Thomas Gallagher [Father]

Johnny Marr [Friend]

Chris Martin [Friend]

Paul McCartney [Friend]

Steve Jones [Friend]

Paul Gallagher [Brother]

Johnny Depp [Friend]

Richard Ashcroft [Friend]

Paul Weller [Friend]

Ian Brown [Friend]

Russell Brand [Friend]

Liam Gallagher [Brother]

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