Black Star Riders

Black Star Riders emerged in 2012 as the creative evolution of the touring lineup of Thin Lizzy. Led by vocalist Ricky Warwick and featuring legendary guitarist Scott Gorham, the band made the strategic decision to record new material under a fresh moniker to respect the legacy of Phil Lynott.

Their sound is a sophisticated continuation of the 'Dublin hard rock' tradition, characterized by the iconic twin-guitar harmony style and Warwick's narrative-driven, raspy vocal delivery. Throughout their career, they have balanced the heritage of classic rock with a modern hard rock production aesthetic, often collaborating with producer Nick Raskulinecz to achieve a dense, high-fidelity sound. Despite numerous lineup changes, the band has maintained a consistent critical reputation for high-quality songwriting and technical proficiency. They occupy a unique cultural position as a 'bridge' band, appealing to older classic rock aficionados while maintaining relevance in the modern UK rock charts, where albums like 'Heavy Fire' have seen significant commercial success. Their influence is rooted in the New Wave of British Heavy Metal and Celtic rock, yet they remain peers to contemporary acts like The Dead Daisies and Thunder.