Celebration show in Monroe’s marks Phil Lynott 65th birthday

Phil Lynott, one of rock’s all-time greats, died in 1986, leaving behind a major musical legacy through his solo recordings as well as his work with group such as Skid Row and most notably with Thin Lizzy. This month marks the 65th anniversary of his birth  and Monroe’s Live will hold a special tribute next Friday, August 29, to mark the occasion. A host of musicians will be playing a selection of Lynott’s solo work as well as classic s from Thin Lizzy.

Thin Lizzy were in the headlines during the last American presidential election, when The Boys Were Back in Town was used by Mitt Romney’s Republican team. Philomena Lynott was highly critical of her son’s music being used in such a way. She told Hot Press she was “really upset at Philip’s music being used in a political way that he himself would not have approved of. As far as I’m concerned, Mitt Romney’s opposition to gay marriage and to civil unions for gays makes him anti-gay, which is not something that Philip would have supported”.

This temporary blip will have done little to dull the lustre of Phil Lynott’s legacy. Expect to hear gems like The Boys Are Back In Town, Rosalie, Sarah and Whiskey In The Jar at a celebration of a true rock icon. Doors 10pm, admission €10.