It is with great sadness that I heard of the death of Gary Moore. From Belfast, Ireland he was only 58 years young. How fragile life is and how short is the time that we have on this earth!
I admire many guitar players, and Gary Moore is among my favorites. In many ways his playing epitomizes the blending of Blues and Rock. His fiery playing had a real no-apologies element to it. Gary's playing is loved by Blues cats, Rockers, and Metal heads alike. He brought passion to Skid Row (not the metal guys), Thin Lizzy, and to a successful, peer and fan-admired solo career.
If you want some serious inspiration and a bevy of licks and techniques to learn from, go to YouTube and watch some Gary Moore videos. One that stands out in my mind is his live rendition of Hendrix's Red House at the Fender 50th Anniversary jam. Riveting! Just watching Gary let you know that every note he played came from his soul and a deep passion for music.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the friends and family of Gary. Thank you, Gary Moore, for bringing a richness to Blues and Rock music. May you rest in peace.
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