rocketman Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 We spend a lot of time here talking about what truly makes a great player. The conclusion is always one how plays with emotion. Gary Moore DEFINED that and he will be missed... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 From the London Daily Mail: Thin Lizzy guitarist Gary Moore found dead in hotel room By Daily Mail Reporter Last updated at 7:44 PM on 6th February 2011 Comments (0) Add to My Stories Legendary rock guitarist and former Thin Lizzy star Gary Moore has died suddenly whilst on holiday in Spain. The 58-year-old guitar virtuoso, originally from Belfast, was found dead in a hotel room on the Costa del Sol. He died hours after checking into the Kempinski Resort Hotel for the start of a six-day holiday with a young woman believed to be his girlfriend. Legendary: Thin Lizzy guitarist Gary Moore has been found dead in a hotel room in the Costa del Sol. Moore had a successful solo career but it was for his time in Thin Lizzy that he will be best remembered A hotel source said: 'He and his companion were going to eat at the restaurant after they checked in but it was closed so they had a hamburger instead at the hotel bar which they washed down with a bottle of champagne. 'Later they went for a stroll along the beach and when they came back Gary and his friend went back to the bar. More...Former Guns N' Roses guitarist Slash's wife accused of assaulting plus-sized porn model at concert Heartbreak for Amanda Holden as she loses her unborn baby at seven months 'He was recognised by a fan who talked to him about his music and was really chatty and friendly. 'He seemed fine when he left around 11pm. 'The alarm was raised around 4am as far as I know' 'Great guy': Thin Lizzy founder Brian Downey paid tribute to his old bandmate Gary Moore, seen here on the right. Moore joined the band in 1973 after the sudden departure of guitarist Eric Bell but only played with them for four months Thin Lizzy founding member Brian Downey paid tribute to his friend. 'I am in total shock,' he said. 'He will always be in my thoughts and prayers and I just can't believe he is gone.' Moore had a successful solo career with a string of top 40 hits in the 1970s and 1980s including Parisienne Walkways in 1979 and Out in the Fields in 1985, but it was for his time in Thin Lizzy that he will be best remembered. He joined the band in 1973 after the sudden departure of guitarist Eric Bell but only played with them for four months. Four years later he returned and went on to play on the band's Black Rose album. Thin Lizzy guitarist Scott Gorham said it been a pleasure to share a stage with him. Going it alone: Moore had a successful solo career with a string of top 40 hits in the 1970s and 1980s including Parisienne Walkways in 1979 and Out in the Fields in 1985, but it was for his time in Thin Lizzy that he will be best remembered 'Playing with Gary during the Black Rose era was a great experience, he was a great player and a great guy,' he said. 'I will miss him.' Moore was only 16 when he moved from Belfast to Dublin in 1969 to join Skid Row, where he met legendary frontman Phil Lynott who later pursuaded him to join Thin Lizzy. Lynnot died in 1986 after falling into a heroin-induced coma. Former Thin Lizzy guitarist Eric Bell told his shock at Moore's sudden death. 'He was so robust, he wasn't a rock casualty, he was a healthy guy', he told the BBC. The band reformed at various times since then and continue to tour today. Moore last played with some of his former bandmates in 2006. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryUK Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I'm gutted tonight. I feel like a friend has died. It proves how good he was, he got loads of discussion on here. Not everyone does. His music is churning away in my head. I hope he didn't die in pain. Sympathies to his family and friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shnate McDuanus Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Still in shock myself. It's hard to believe this could happen, him at only 58 and being so eminent and legendary. Looks like today's a good day to pull out my Gary Moore albums again and pay respects to the man. R.I.P. Gary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAS44 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Truly a loss of an incredible musician. Rest in Peace sir. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awel Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 f..k feel so sad, he was the one who gave me the love of blues rock music, his song 'nothing the same' on 'after hours' album carry me through the lost of my grand mother :( All my thoughts goes to his family and friends. perhaps am I too sentimental but I need to tell what I feel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WahKeen Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I cannot believe it. I'm in utter shock... I'm reluctant to say "he was", because I can't believe he's gone... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FirstMeasure Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Absolutely Shocking! RIP :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thin_Lizzy Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 The Legend showing how it's done at 1:55 onwards: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=92CH7vNN9WI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tman5293 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Another amazing guitarist enters into The Great Gig In The Sky. Say hello to Hendrix and Stevie Ray for me! R.I.P. Gary Moore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chengin Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Just saw this on the evening news here in Ireland. Nearly fell off the chair, big shock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigKahune Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Wow. Tragic news. Only 58. RIP Gary Moore. And . S T E V E . - Sorry to hear your fave has passed away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGSpecialguy Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 certainly one of my all time favs !! such a talented guitarist !!! will surely be missed,, I still cant believe this news !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tazzboy Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 http://www.gary-moore.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WahKeen Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 The man was an amazing guitarist. Yes he was. He played loud and in your face like no other. The man was a monster. He is and will be a legend. He was and is 1 of my favorite guitar players of all time. Unbelievable news... Edit: Great sorrow indeed. Prayers go out to his family and friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfpup Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Very sad news. I'm not liking this getting older thing. At least when a musician dies, his or her recordings live on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeoConMan Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Dammit. God rest his soul - and bless his family/friends with strength. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrNylon Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 R.I.P. Gary M. You really were one of the good ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryUK Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I've been looking at his vids on You Tube. The amount of R.I.P. Comments is staggering. Whichever vid you choose it's full of sad words. I still can't believe he's gone. At least he left his music. What a legacy that is. Rip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tazzboy Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 I've read that very source say that Gary died from a Heart Attack. Don't know if that is true yet or not. Just going to have to wait until official word comes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tazzboy Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 I've read that very source say that Gary died from a Heart Attack. Don't know if that is true yet or not. Just going to have to wait until official word comes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whirligig Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 This is unbelievable it makes for a very sad day ! another amazing artist gone... may he RIP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swleary Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Wow what a huge loss for the music world. R.I.P Gary Moore.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djroge1 Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 The world lost a great player. I prayed for the family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jnastynebr Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 He will be missed by many. My condolences to his friends and family, and my sympathies to his fans who are saddened by his passing. They don't make em' like him anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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