Liam Gallagher

Liam Gallagher, born William John Paul Gallagher on 21 September 1972 in Manchester, England, emerged from a working‑class Irish‑heritage family to become one of the most recognizable voices of Brit‑pop and modern rock. From his teenage years he was drawn to the raw energy of the Beatles, the Stone Roses and the Sex Pistols, and a pivotal gig at International 2 in 1988 sparked the idea that would later blossom into Oasis, a band that would dominate the UK charts in the mid‑1990s. Formed with his older brother Noel, Gallagher’s gritty vocal timbre and swagger‑filled stage presence helped shape the band’s debut album Definitely Maybe (1994), a record that instantly became the fastest‑selling British debut of its time. The follow‑up, (What’s the Story) Morning Glory?, cemented his status as a cultural icon, earning multi‑platinum sales and spawning anthems such as “Wonderwall” and “Don’t Look Back in Anger”. Throughout Oasis’s turbulent history, Liam’s outspoken personality and frequent tabloid feuds—often with his brother—added a mythic layer to his public persona, yet his talent remained undeniable, driving the band to countless arena‑filled tours and a legacy of eight UK number‑one albums. After Oasis disbanded in 2009, he fronted Beady Eye before launching a remarkably successful solo career in 2017, releasing As You Were, Why Me? Why Not., and C’mon You Know, each topping the UK Albums Chart and demonstrating his adaptability across acoustic, rock and even collaborative projects like the 2024 album with John Squire. Beyond music, Gallagher’s personal life includes two high‑profile marriages, four children, and a reputation as a forthright, sometimes controversial, figure who continues to influence new generations of rock musicians.