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Thin Lizzy Guitarist/Vocalist John Sykes Quits

posted Jul 1, 2009 at 2:36 PM by Diamond Oz.  (28 Comments)

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John Sykes, the guitarist and vocalist for rock legends Thin Lizzy has reportedly left the band for reasons unknown at this point. As a result, all of Thin Lizzy's shows for this year have been cancelled. A message from guitarist Scott Gorham reads:

"Its been a very tough time of late for the band and myself, firstly with drummer Tommy Aldridge’s injury and now the subsequent decision for John and the rest of the group to go their separate ways. I can only apologize to everyone who has supported us over the years, but we will be back up to full speed soon."

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28 Comments on "Thin Lizzy Guitarist/Vocalist John Sykes Quits"

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1. bloodofheroes writes:

my wife loves bones. now i have a reason to watch.

# Jul 1, 2009 @ 3:44 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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2. Blindgreed1 writes:

I was going to b!tch about how much this sucks, but bloodofheros beat me to it. lol.

# Jul 1, 2009 @ 3:56 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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3. godlike writes:

Must be time for a Blue Murder reunion.?

# Jul 1, 2009 @ 3:56 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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4. Red writes:

Well that blows !

# Jul 1, 2009 @ 4:13 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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5. Jamez writes:

I think it's time to bury Thin Lizzy for good now

# Jul 1, 2009 @ 4:17 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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6. Red writes:

Yeah you'rte right, we still have all the classic so I can live with that !

# Jul 1, 2009 @ 5:28 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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7. RTB writes:

Decent band back in the day, but now they are a dog with fleas....
Np dark humor.." Stench of dead flesh"

# Jul 1, 2009 @ 6:16 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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8. TheMidnightCowboy writes:

It sucks that ill probably never get to see Lizzy live in my lifetime now. Obviously it wouldn't be the real Lizzy without Phil, but it would still be a great show. Maybe Gary Moore will pop in for a tour, do some black rose era stuff. Just curious, as its rare to meet a Lizzy fan around my way other than my band mates and myself, whats everyone's favorite lizzy albums?

# Jul 1, 2009 @ 6:36 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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9. Rubyred writes:

Well, that's terrible "sorry" to hear there's some trails within the band & that their'll find some healthy solutions to what is going on & just maybe the guitarist/vocalist John Skyes will return. I find it strange that musician Gary Moore is no longer present in THIN LIZZY for he was also a major part of this legendary band w/Lynot (sorry, it's spelled wrong). Great band!

# Jul 1, 2009 @ 8:58 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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10. utoad9 writes:

Chinatown was a great album. Snowy White was a pretty good guitarist. The title track rocked.

# Jul 1, 2009 @ 10:32 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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11. That_One_Guy writes:

I never got a chance to hear Thin Lizzy with Sykes.. damn.

# Jul 2, 2009 @ 1:49 AM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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12. wilco writes:

well yeah what can we do
afther phil died there was no real thinlizzy any more
now john quit this is the end of it

at least i did see the once
they made some kick a$$ music back in the day

# Jul 2, 2009 @ 6:33 AM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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13. macky3214 writes:

Oh no i was supposed to see them when they supported metallica in ireland!!

# Jul 2, 2009 @ 11:01 AM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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14. ZT* writes:

This sucks...

# Jul 2, 2009 @ 11:06 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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15. anonymous writes:

Scott gorham was being shady and tried to play John like a fool cutting him out of deals and keeping him off to the side and using him to only push himself into the spotlight... mark my words Blue murder is coming back and in full force

# Jul 3, 2009 @ 7:42 AM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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16. dark666rage writes:

reply @ comment #3. i'm wondering the exact same thing. BLUE MURDER rocked!!!!

# Jul 3, 2009 @ 9:40 AM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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17. rk writes:

Man not even gary moore was in that band? Why bother calling it Thin Lizzy at all.

# Jul 3, 2009 @ 4:58 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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18. godlike writes:

dark666rage - Blue Murder was actually quite an excellent combination of musicians...
Sykes with Tony Franklin and Carmine Appice made an incredible trio.!!

# Jul 3, 2009 @ 5:29 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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19. RAFAEL writes:

BLUE MURDER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

# Jul 4, 2009 @ 3:04 AM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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20. RAFAEL writes:

:)

# Jul 4, 2009 @ 3:05 AM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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21. Diamond Oz writes:

Sykes and Carmine Appice??? I'm gonna have to check this band out!

# Jul 4, 2009 @ 7:28 AM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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22. BLACKDOG writes:

What the f*** !!!

This is what happen's when you step away for a sec.Oh well.nothing last's forever no matter how much you might wan't it too.

# Jul 5, 2009 @ 11:12 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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23. Diamond Oz writes:

BLACKDOG! YOU'RE BACK! Where have you been mate?

Now playing: YTMND - We Didn't Start The Website

# Jul 5, 2009 @ 11:43 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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24. BLACKDOG writes:

Long story.Let's just say 2009 is shapeing up to be not a good year for the BD.I needed to take serious mental health break.With paide vacation in the finest hospital in the area.The work's.

# Jul 6, 2009 @ 12:17 AM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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25. Diamond Oz writes:

Jesus! I hope you're feeling better now mate. Here's a Zach Braff quote to cheer you up.

"Women have the right to choose what do with their own bodies. They can take it in the cooch or in the pooper. But that's where their right to choose stops, in my opinion. " - Zach Braff on abortion

# Jul 6, 2009 @ 12:30 AM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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26. BLACKDOG writes:

LOL!!! Thank's man.

# Jul 6, 2009 @ 1:22 AM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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27. That_One_Guy writes:

Oz -- lol.

# Jul 6, 2009 @ 12:39 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address
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28. godlike writes:

Blackdog - Glad to see you back !! Hope things are gonna get better for ya.!!

Oz - that is fvcking priceless.! LOFL
Yeah, you should check out some Blue Murder... they appeared at end of the "hair metal"
days of the late 80s early 90s.! As I said before.., that trio was a great mixture of musicians.!!

# Jul 6, 2009 @ 3:34 PM ET | IP Logged Reveal posts originating from the same IP address

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