Industry Jul 7, 2026
Scott Gorham Recounts Forming Thin Lizzy
“We were that kind of band that didn’t go out looking for trouble but we always got it”
Originally published by
MusicRadar
Scott Gorham detailed the unexpected formation of Thin Lizzy, recalling his initial surprise when meeting bandmate Phil Lynott. Gorham expected a typical audition for an Irish rock band but was met by Lynott, a Black man with an afro and an Irish accent.
Gorham described Thin Lizzy as a band that often found themselves in trouble, despite not actively seeking it. Originally reported by MusicRadar.