Thunder and Lightning
Thin Lizzy · 1983
40 min · 9 tracks · hard rock · blues rock · traditional heavy metal
A fiery blend of hard rock and blues, charged with passionate vocals and dynamic guitar interplay.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions
- Context
- By the time 'Thunder and Lightning' was released in 1983, Thin Lizzy was transitioning through a turbulent period marked by lineup changes. This album was their final studio effort featuring the legendary guitarist Scott Gorham and came after a decade of fluctuating success, following their previous album 'Chinatown' (1980). The band aimed to recapture their earlier energy while exploring heavier sounds.
- If you like
- hard rock, blues rock, traditional heavy metal
Thunder and Lightning is an album by Thin Lizzy, released in 1983. A fiery blend of hard rock and blues, charged with passionate vocals and dynamic guitar interplay. 'Thunder and Lightning' is notable for its critical acclaim, often cited as one of Thin Lizzy's best works and marking a significant moment in the heavy metal scene of the early '80s. The title track became a classic, receiving extensive radio play and contributing to the band's legacy within rock music, despite being their last studio album before disbanding. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Thunder and Lightning sound like?
A fiery blend of hard rock and blues, charged with passionate vocals and dynamic guitar interplay. Rooted in hard rock and blues rock.
What makes Thunder and Lightning by Thin Lizzy notable?
'Thunder and Lightning' is notable for its critical acclaim, often cited as one of Thin Lizzy's best works and marking a significant moment in the heavy metal scene of the early '80s. The title track became a classic, receiving extensive radio play and contributing to the band's legacy within rock music, despite being their last studio album before disbanding. By the time 'Thunder and Lightning' was released in 1983, Thin Lizzy was transitioning through a turbulent period marked by lineup changes. This album was their final studio effort featuring the legendary guitarist Scott Gorham and came after a decade of fluctuating success, following their previous album 'Chinatown' (1980). The band aimed to recapture their earlier energy while exploring heavier sounds.
Who is Thunder and Lightning for?
Thunder and Lightning works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, dynamic emotional journeys and long, immersive listening sessions.
How many songs are on Thunder and Lightning?
Thunder and Lightning has 9 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Thunder and Lightning Standout 4:54
- 2 This Is the One 4:04
- 3 The Sun Goes Down Standout 6:20
- 4 The Holy War 5:12
- 5 Cold Sweat Standout 3:06
- 6 Somebody Is Going to Hit Back 4:05
- 7 Baby Please Don't Go 5:10
- 8 Bad Habits 4:05
- 9 Heart Attack 3:39
Release Date
March 4, 1983
Artist Origin
Ireland
Runtime
40 min 37 sec
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