09 September 2025
Newsdesk
Anaïs Gallagher, daughter of Oasis frontman Noel Gallagher and host of the BBC Sounds podcast Mad for Oasis, recently 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,” Anaïs shared. “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.”
On school, dyslexia, and resilience
Anaïs 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.”
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.”
On Taylor Swift and the unity of Oasis fans
A devoted Taylor Swift fan, Anaïs described attending the ERAS tour as a powerful experience. “It was incredible to be among 90,000 women under 30. It felt like I was with my tribe.”
She contrasted this with the Oasis shows: “At Wembley, 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.”
On the Oasis tour experience
Reflecting on the tour, Anaïs said, “Walking out on stage on night one in Cardiff took my breath away. But Wembley Night Four was my favourite. There was just something in the air. The crowd was electric.”
She also shared her love for the song Slide Away, which has been a highlight every night. “And yes, I do the Poznan 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 now on BBC Sounds.
