MERCURY STUDIOS IS PROUD TO PRESENT “PHIL LYNOTT SONGS FOR WHILE I’M AWAY” AND “THIN LIZZY THE BOYS ARE BACK IN TOWN LIVE AT THE SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE OCTOBER 1978” 2 DVD+CD AND BLU-RAY+DVD+CD OUT JUNE 24TH
With their driving hooks, twin lead guitars, lyrics saturated in working class lore, and the charismatic presence of singer/songwriter/bassist Phil Lynott, Thin Lizzy are undeniably one of the most influential bands in Rock ‘N’ Roll.
Mercury Studios salutes their legacy with the release of Phil Lynott Songs For While I’m Away + Thin Lizzy The Boys Are Back In Town Live At The Sydney Opera House October 1978 on June 24th. Pairing the acclaimed Phil Lynott documentary with a renowned live concert film, the set will be available as a 2xDVD+CD and Blu-ray+DVD+CD (with the Phil Lynott documentary on the Blu-ray).
Songs For While I’m Away chronicles the life and music of Phil Lynott, utilizing archival footage, interview snippets from the man himself, and music from both the Thin Lizzy and Phil Lynott solo catalog. Notable conversations with Midge Ure (Ultravox / Thin Lizzy), Darren Wharton (Thin Lizzy), Scott Gorham (Thin Lizzy), Adam Clayton (U2), Huey Lewis (Huey Lewis & The News), James Hetfield (Metallica) and others, as well as Phil’s wife Caroline Taraskevics and daughters Sarah Lynott and Cathleen Lynott reveal an all-encompassing look at Phil, from his 1950s’ upbringing as a Black boy in blue collar Dublin to his rise to fame. Fully exploring his history and rippling impact on music, the film examines Lynott as a singer, songwriter, poet, father, and cultural icon.
Complementing this film is The Boys Are Back In Town Live At The Sydney Opera House October 1978. Previously released on VHS, Laserdisc, and DVD, this version presents the show in the highest quality that has been made available, with not only cleaned up video and remixed audio from multi tracks, but five additional songs from this set that have never been officially released. This performance showcases the electricity of these original Rock ‘N’ Roll masters – Lynott, Scott Gorham (guitar / background vocals), Gary Moore (guitar / background vocals), and Mark Nauseef – delivering searing versions of their celebrated anthems, such as Jailbreak, The Boys Are Back In Town, Bad Reputation and Me And The Boys.
Unveiling the story of Phil Lynott, then backing up the band’s power and prowess with a dynamic performance, Phil Lynott Songs For While I’m Away + Thin Lizzy The Boys Are Back In Town Live At The Sydney Opera House October 1978 echoes the importance of Thin Lizzy in the pantheon of rock music.
Neither live DVD/CD or documentary features Brian Robertson or Brian Downey. I found that very disappointing in the doc. I wonder why neither of them were involved.
Hi Dana,
No he wasnt. And he should of been since he was mostly responsible for helping Lizzy end on a high note. The songwriting was there but John added that blast of firepower that helped make that final album memorable. He shouldn’t be swept under the rug.
I’m starting to see a lot of these ” documentaries” where most of the participants were not in the band nor directly related to the band. OK , so I did the lights on the 1977 Lynyrd Skynyrd tour so I can give you info on all past members, history, etc.etc.
Neither live DVD/CD or documentary features Brian Robertson or Brian Downey. I found that very disappointing in the doc. I wonder why neither of them were involved.
I don’t believe John Sykes was involved, either.
Brian bias.
Hi Dana,
No he wasnt. And he should of been since he was mostly responsible for helping Lizzy end on a high note. The songwriting was there but John added that blast of firepower that helped make that final album memorable. He shouldn’t be swept under the rug.
I’m starting to see a lot of these ” documentaries” where most of the participants were not in the band nor directly related to the band. OK , so I did the lights on the 1977 Lynyrd Skynyrd tour so I can give you info on all past members, history, etc.etc.
Great point, Jeff.