For a career that was cut short by illness and a premature death, guitarist, singer, and songwriter Rory Gallagher sure accomplished a lot in the blues music world. The Irish blues rocker from Ballyshannon was one of the best live blues guitarist in the world. His live show was manic and he partied like he played ...hard... very very hard. This past Sunday, on Moose FM's Uptown Roots, myself and Uptown Co-host Morris Holmes played a couple live tracks from the 6 string master, including a great version of Bullfrog Blues.
Here's Rory rocking the bullfrog...
Gallagher passed away from complications following liver transplant surgery on June 14, 1995, at age 47. For a good introduction to his unparalleled prowess as a guitarist, singer, and songwriter, pick up Irish Tour 1974, Calling Card, or Fresh Evidence.
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Cheers, Kris
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