THIN LIZZY – THUNDER AND LIGHTNING
Thunder and Lightning is a Thin Lizzy Hard Rockin’ and Heavy Hittin’ prize. Released in 1983, this is Old School Heavy Metal that is stupendous with every aspect of it’s music. John Sykes and Scott Gorham on guitars are both a sensational listen. The three songs of Cold Sweat, Someday She Is Going To Hit Back and Baby Please Don’t are abundantly impressive to my Rockin’ hungry ears. In my Metal opinion, the purchase of this album is worth it for these three songs alone. With that said, this entire album is vintage Heavy Metal that should be revisited and celebrated.
Thunder and Lightning for me, is one of those exemplary albums that is worthy of being labeled: a Heavy Metal hidden treasure. The Holy War is a standout song for my Metal senses, it’s not that it just Rocks, the lyrics are intelligent, the guitar solo is breathtaking and the rhythm section comes at you with a continuous cool groove.
The late Phil Lynott is simply excellent on vocals and bass, a bona-fide Rock Legend is he. Phil’s vocals I’ve always found to be contagiously memorable and unique. Bad Habits and Heart Attack are two very catchy, melodious and hooky songs that end this great album, with the guitar riffs and leads on these two songs leaving a lasting impression. Overall, in my Metal opinion, this is as sound, talent fused and classic of a Heavy Metal album as you can ask for. Thunder and Lightning truly delivers on it’s title.
Any Hard Rock, Classic Rock or Heavy Metal fan should appreciate what Thin Lizzy created here with Thunder and Lightning, I without question do. Don’t let your Hard Rock or Heavy Metal collection of music be without this classic from Thin Lizzy. Thunder and Lightning is an album that should surprise new fans who’ve never been exposed to Thin Lizzy before. Lifelong fans of Thin Lizzy that read this are most likely (and hopefully) nodding in approving agreement with me. Old School Rocks… Metal be thy name.
LONG LIVE THE ROCKIN’ LEGACY OF THIN LIZZY.
Rest In Peace, Phil Lynott.
Stone.
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June 21, 2011 at 4:52 pm
Although I’ve never reckoned T & L as one of Lizzy’s best, you’ll get no argument from me regarding the wonderful Phil Lynott. He was, along with Glenn Hughes and Burke Shelley of Budgie, one of the triumvirate of influences on my career as a bassist/singer. He truly was unique, and I had the pleasure of ‘impersonating’ him on TV in the UK back in the 90’s. Sadly missed, he was one of the greats.
June 21, 2011 at 8:50 pm
It’s fun stuff you commented on this album Kev… I just updated this review today! This album just seems to resonate a cool heaviness that I so dig!
How often I read about Phil Lynott being an influence to professional musicians is amazing. It’s very cool Phil was an important influence on your music career.
Is that TV spot you did “impersonating” Phil Lynott available to watch anywhere you think?
June 21, 2011 at 8:35 pm
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