Author Topic: RIP Gary Moore 1952-2011 (Read 5086 times)

http://www.nme.com/news/thin-lizzy/54843

Legendary rock guitarist Gary Moore has died aged 58.

Adam Parsons, who managed Moore during his time in Thin Lizzy, confirmed to BBC News that the Northern Irishman passed away this morning (February 6).

The Belfast-born musician died in his sleep while on holiday in Spain.

Born in 1952 as Robert William Gary Moore, the guitarist joined Dublin blues-rock band Skid Row at the age of 16.

While playing with the group, Moore befriended vocalist Phil Lynott, who he later teamed up with again when he replaced Eric Bell in Thin Lizzy in 1974.

Although he only spent a few months with the band during this initial stint, he would later return to the line-up in 1977, to replace Brian Robertson, and in 1978 for the 'Black Rose' tour.

Moore also released 20 solo albums, starting with 1973's 'Grinding Stone', which was recorded under the Gary Moore Band moniker.

He also scored hits with singles such as 'Parisienne Walkways' and 'Out In The Fields' and released his final solo studio in 2008, 'Bad For You Baby'.

Speaking to BBC News, Bell expressed shock at Moore's death.

"He was so robust, he wasn't a rock casualty, he was a healthy guy. He was a superb player and a dedicated musician," he said.

PJim · « **Reply #14 on:** February 06, 2011, 03:28:33 PM »

Legend.

powermaxx9 · « **Reply #15 on:** February 06, 2011, 06:25:04 PM »

very good and emotional player

Army of One · « **Reply #16 on:** February 06, 2011, 06:26:29 PM »

Had a great back double biceps

churbro · « **Reply #17 on:** February 06, 2011, 08:20:20 PM »

What happened to the guitar thread??? Why would it be deleted???

Oh, and Gary was a legend both with Thin Lizzy and his later Blues phase.

titusisback · « **Reply #18 on:** February 06, 2011, 08:31:25 PM »

Thin Lizzy · « **Reply #19 on:** February 06, 2011, 09:05:23 PM »

Sad to hear about another casualty of the road. Incredible guitarist even in his later years.

R.I.P.

This is one of my favorite TL songs performed, recently, by Gary. You see the many years of late nights in clubs etched in his face.

dyslexic · « **Reply #20 on:** February 06, 2011, 10:28:11 PM »

Quote from: churbro on February 06, 2011, 08:20:20 PM

What happened to the guitar thread??? Why would it be deleted???

Oh, and Gary was a legend both with Thin Lizzy and his later Blues phase.

Didn't even notice it was gone. Maybe me and gh15 are conspiracists...

http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?topic=365292.msg5175566#msg5175566

it's still around...

evandatp · « **Reply #21 on:** February 06, 2011, 10:34:15 PM »

Quote from: Thin Lizzy on February 06, 2011, 09:05:23 PM

Sad to hear about another casualty of the road. Incredible guitarist even in his later years.

R.I.P.

This is one of my favorite TL songs performed, recently, by Gary. You see the many years of late nights in clubs etched in his face.

One of mine, too. Along with Johnny The Fox.

Thanks for posting that. I'll load the playlist, it's time for a retrospective...

Cableguy · « **Reply #22 on:** February 07, 2011, 12:40:33 AM »

Quote from: V Man on February 06, 2011, 03:24:45 PM

http://www.nme.com/news/thin-lizzy/54843

Legendary rock guitarist Gary Moore has died aged 58.

Adam Parsons, who managed Moore during his time in Thin Lizzy, confirmed to BBC News that the Northern Irishman passed away this morning (February 6).

The Belfast-born musician died in his sleep while on holiday in Spain.

Born in 1952 as Robert William Gary Moore, the guitarist joined Dublin blues-rock band Skid Row at the age of 16.

While playing with the group, Moore befriended vocalist Phil Lynott, who he later teamed up with again when he replaced Eric Bell in Thin Lizzy in 1974.

Although he only spent a few months with the band during this initial stint, he would later return to the line-up in 1977, to replace Brian Robertson, and in 1978 for the 'Black Rose' tour.

Moore also released 20 solo albums, starting with 1973's 'Grinding Stone', which was recorded under the Gary Moore Band moniker.

He also scored hits with singles such as 'Parisienne Walkways' and 'Out In The Fields' and released his final solo studio in 2008, 'Bad For You Baby'.

Speaking to BBC News, Bell expressed shock at Moore's death.

"He was so robust, he wasn't a rock casualty, he was a healthy guy. He was a superb player and a dedicated musician," he said.

Bummer...

Stark · « **Reply #23 on:** February 07, 2011, 05:35:07 AM »

http://www.gary-moore.com/

The True Adonis · « **Reply #24 on:** February 07, 2011, 05:40:20 AM »