Anaïs Gallagher, daughter of Oasis’ Noel Gallagher and host of the BBC Sounds podcast Mad for Oasis, has joined BBC Radio Manchester for a candid conversation about her personal journey, creative passions, and experiences on the Oasis tour.
The interview coincides with the release of five new episodes of Mad for Oasis, now available on BBC Sounds.
Speaking about her Irish Identity and family roots she said: “Being Irish – or half Irish – Is something that means a lot to me. My grandmother is such an important person in my life. I spent so much of my childhood with her, especially summers in Mayo, surrounded by her siblings on their dairy farms. My dad is very proud to be Irish, and that pride has definitely shaped me.”
Gallagher also opened up about her school experience and the challenges she faced due to dyslexia. “I always loved school, even though I wasn’t very good at it. Exams and written assessments were tough, but I genuinely enjoyed learning,” she said. “My school reports would often say, ‘Anaïs is failing every subject, but she’s a delight to have in class.’ My parents couldn’t be too angry because I really did try, and I was always happy.”
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She also recalled a disheartening moment with a teacher: “I got a bad grade in history and was really upset. When I told my teacher, she said, ‘Why are you upset? It’s not like you’re going to need your education anyway.’ As a teacher, you’re meant to inspire not dismiss.”
A devoted Taylor Swift fan, Anaïs also discussed attending the recent ERAS tour, and contrasted it with her experiences of the Oasis tour: “It was incredible to be among 90,000 women under 30. It felt like I was with my tribe,” she said. “At Wembley [with Oasis], it was a perfect 50/50 split of men and women, with fans of all ages. Young people with friends, parents with kids, fathers with teenage sons, and even multi-generational fans. It was amazing to see how the music brought everyone together.”
She also revealed her love of the Oasis song Slide Away, which has been a highlight every night: “Yes, I do the Poznań every time,” she laughed. “I love watching the crowd during that moment, seeing the tears, the joy, the jumping. It’s magical.”
The final Oasis UK concert dates at Wembley Stadium will be on the 27th and 28th September. Anaïs Gallagher’s podcast Mad for Oasis is available online now on BBC Sounds, as is her BBC Radio Manchester interview.
