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Phil Lynott Statue Damaged by Vandals

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 13 May 2013 07:32:54 +0000

Investigators are looking for information after a statue of Thin LizzyÂ bassistÂ Phil Lynott in Dublin was seriously damaged after it was apparently pushed over by vandals. Irish paper the Journal reports that two youths pushed over the monument in the early morning hours on Friday (May 10), tearing its bronze coat in the process. Investigators say [...]

BAXTER'S ATTIC Thin Lizzy "Jailbreak"

Baxter — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 15:23:05 +0000

Every weekday around 9:30, we pull one out of the attic. In case you are new,the Attic is a mythical place where we were “enlightened” by great music…and other stuff.

Do The Irish Rock? You Bet They Do! [VIDEOS]

Mark Alan — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 15:45:41 +0000

We’ve all heard of the British invasion which stemmed from back in the 60′s but was there an Irish invasion? No.There’s British rock but no Eire rock, however; there is Celtic rock which is pretty close. Classic rock wouldn’t be complete without those that came out of Ireland and there are plenty to choose from. [...]

Thin Lizzy – "The Rocker" [VIDEOS]

Mark Alan — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 23:20:36 +0000

For six strong years (1969-1974) Thin Lizzy brought us some of the best Irish metal and hard rock.Thin Lizzy has re-formed a few times since but unfortunately without lead singer, primary songwriter and bass guitarist Phil Lynott who died in 1986. Hard to believe he’s been gone that long. Thin Lizzy st remembered for songs [...]

Gary Moore – "Empty Rooms" [VIDEOS]

Mark Alan — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 21:59:44 +0000

Gary Moore was ‘Thin Lizzy’s’ lead guitarist three times. An Irish native and an Irish great at the guitar.Gary was born in Northern Ireland and served up his lead guitar talent for ‘Thin Lizzy’ in 1974, 1977 and 1978-1979. In 1973 he released his first solo album titled,’Grinding Stone’ and followed that up with 20 [...]

Thin Lizzy Is Back With New Album In The Works

Mark Alan — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 15:53:15 +0000

Excitment is in the air if you’re a fan of Thin Lizzy, the band from Dublin, Ireland are set to record their first album in roughly 30 years. It will be the first Thin Lizzy album without Phil Lynott (original frontman). Scott Gorham(guitar) stated that recording will likely start next month and will work with [...]

Thin Lizzy To Return to Recording Studio

Dave Lifton — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 18:00:00 +0000

After a layoff of nearly 30 years, Thin Lizzy are currently working on a new studio album. Despite maintaining a steady touring schedule since reforming shortly after the 1986 death of original frontman and primary songwriter Phil Lynott, the Irish rockers have not released any new material since their initial breakup following 1983′s ‘Thunder and Lightning.’ They have, however, released several live albums.