Phil Collins Responds to Noel Gallagher's Antichrist Claims

Phil Collins has publicly addressed Noel Gallagher's past assertions that the Genesis drummer is the Antichrist. In an interview with The Times, Collins stated that he does not believe Gallagher was serious about the claim, which originated from a 1990s interview where Gallagher reportedly called Collins "the devil incarnate." Collins indicated that he has never met Gallagher, despite their overlapping careers in the music industry.

Gallagher's comments resurfaced in recent years, with the former Oasis guitarist reiterating his controversial opinion in various interviews. Collins, however, appears to dismiss these statements as hyperbole rather than genuine belief. The two artists are slated to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in the same year, with a pre-induction luncheon expected this fall where they might potentially meet for the first time.

Collins, a celebrated musician known for his solo career and his work with Genesis, has achieved significant commercial and critical success. Noel Gallagher, alongside his brother Liam, fronted the iconic Britpop band Oasis, which also garnered massive global fame. Despite their respective impacts on music, their paths have not crossed in a personal capacity until now, with the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony serving as a potential point of encounter.