Phil Lynott and Gary Moore
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Moore, rated as one of the finest guitarists of his generation, was best known for his time in Thin Lizzy. Bob Geldof yesterday described Moore as one of Ireland's musical legends. Van Morrison, Rory Gallagher and Gary Moore - the glorious trinity of the Irish blues men."
Moore's shocked former bandmates also paid tribute. Eric Bell, another ex-Lizzy guitarist from Belfast, said: "I can't believe it.
Thin Lizzy's management said: "Our thoughts go out to Gary's family at this time. Advertisement
Thin Lizzy's Irish rock guitarist and renowned blues musician, Gary Moore, a household name in the 1980s with top ten hits in the UK, died suddenly aged 58.
Moore was a highly respected musician, and also enjoyed top ten chart success working alongside another Irish legend, Phil Lynott.
The news of Gary Moore's passing away broke on Sunday 6th February. www.ectomorph.com.au
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Gary Moore's Career
Moore had been influenced by blues and rock guitarists such as BB King, John Mayall, Peter Green and Jimi Hendrix.
Gary Moore's Chart Successes
Gary Moore's biggest solo single chart success was with the haunting Parisienne Walkways, which reached number eight in the UK chart in 1979.
Gary Moore was a member of Thin Lizzy for the Black Rose album, which reached number two in the UK album charts in 1979.
Gary Moore's Personal Life
Gary Moore left home at sixteen, due to a combination of home stress and musical ambition.
Gary Moore's Legacy
Gary Moore will be remembered as a quality musician first and foremost.
The Gary Moore Website has notification of his passing away.
Read more at Suite101: Gary Moore, Rock n' Blues Guitar Legend, Died on Holiday in Spain http://www.suite101.com/content/gary-moore-rock-n-blues-guitar-legend-died-on-holiday-in-spain-a344687#ixzz1DODAJpLw
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