Thin Lizzy
Nightlife
Fighting
Mercury/UME

Two of Thin Lizzy’s early albums, which were recently reissued in expanded form, rank alongside 1976’s Jailbreak as some of their best work. Both records showcase the elements that defined Thin Lizzy’s sound: legendary front man Phil Lynott’s soulful yet yearning vocals; powerful guitar playing; and the relentless ‘take-no-prisoners’ and everyman sentiments in the lyrics. Continue reading “CD Review: Thin Lizzy”

Thin Lizzy
Jailbreak: Deluxe Edition
Mercury/UME
by David Chiu

If Irish rock band Thin Lizzy were only to be ever known for “The Boys Are Back in Town,” especially here in the States, that is accomplishment enough. But you would be selling yourself short because there’s more to that band’s music than just that one song. Continue reading “CD Review: Thin Lizzy”