Gary Moore was a renowned Northern Irish guitarist and singer-songwriter, celebrated for his exceptional work in blues and rock music. Born on April 4, 1952, in Belfast, Moore developed a passion for guitar in his early teens, and by the age of 16, he moved to Dublin to join the group Skid Row, which also featured a young Phil Lynott. Moore's impressive guitar skills were soon recognized, and his career saw him playing with a variety of bands, including Thin Lizzy and Colosseum II, as well as forging a successful solo career.

Moore's solo work often showcased his versatility as he moved between hard rock and his true love, the blues. Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, he released a number of successful albums, such as "Still Got the Blues," which cemented his status as a blues rock virtuoso. In the 2000s, Moore continued to honor his blues roots with albums like "Back to the Blues" and several live recordings, highlighting his dynamic performance style. His affinity for live recordings is evident in releases such as "Blues For Jimi (Live)," "Live At Montreux 2010," and the comprehensive collection "Essential Montreux," stemming from a series of performances at the famous Montreux Jazz Festival. Tragically, his career was cut short when he died of a heart attack on February 6, 2011, at the age of 58. Despite his untimely passing, Gary Moore's fiery guitar play and soulful voice continue to inspire blues and rock aficionados worldwide.

Genres

Blues Rock

British Blues

Electric Blues

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Latest Release

Back to the Blues (Deluxe Edition)

Gary Moore

Album - 13 Tracks - Released June 23, 2023