Gary Moore died last Sunday night and today anyone and everyone who know him have gathered to give their final tribute to the iconic star.
Moore was 58 years old when he died while holidaying in Spain. The news shocked his friends, especially ex-Thin Lizzy member, Eric Bell who described the star as a “healthy guy”.
I may not be his die-hard fan but I’m simply thankful that he brought listeners Still Got the Blues (For You), which never fails to trigger the deepest emotions in us.
When I read the news online I was a little taken aback because on that same week he died, I had been playing that track repeatedly on YouTube. And suddenly he’s gone.
Gary Moore who started his career with Irish band Skid Row (which I’ve interviewed in the past, minus Moore), was found dead in a hotel. Thin Lizzy manager Adam Parsons was reported in BBC News that the star “was found on Sunday” http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-12380704
Moore’s death was also officially announced on his official website http://www.gary-moore.com/
In 1969, Moore moved from Belfast to Dublin to join Skid Row. He was only 16 years old at the time. In 1973, he released his first solo album Grinding Stone.
You may want to read a short and interesting article on the star written by Stuart Bailie, music journalist and BBC Radio Ulster presenter here http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/stuartbailie/
Gary Moore may be gone but never forgotten.
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