EPIC!| FIRST TIME HEARING Rory Gallagher - Bad Penny REACTION

[@roipraftsioti249]

Rory Gallagher was one of the most underrated guitar players of all time. He was awesome

[@dawngarland5566]

I agree my brother introduced me to so much GRREAT Music . We rocked out to Rory! RIP Sean Patrick

[@101scetch]

I couldn’t agree more. His playing of the guitar was absolutely fantastic. I will put him right up there with Clapton.

[@101scetch]

No, this is my type of music. The guitar, and the voice just goes so well together. He is another one of my favourite singers. Another song that has made my day. Bless everybody and I hope you’re having a great day. Greetings from England.

[@valeriebarr5729]

He wasn't underrated by anyone who ever saw/heard him play, but definitely under publicised!

[@liamfitzdrums]

I would go so far as to say that he's THE most underrated guitarist of all. Btw, if anyone is ever in Ireland, I'd recommend going to Ballyshannon in Donegal to see the Rory Gallagher statue and/or the Rory Gallagher tribute festival that's held annually there.

[@TheStruggleUK.]

Brian May from Queen said that he went to see Rory play when he was still trying to get into guitar playing professionally and at the end of the show while Rory and the band were packing up he approached Rory and asked how he got his guitar tone, Rory told him exactly what he needed to get which Brian did and is what we’ve heard on every Queen song since 😊 That’s the other thing people loved about Rory, he was one of the nicest guys you could meet and always found time to talk to anyone like the young Brian. Very humble man, playing was all that mattered.

[@vaffangool9196]

I've seen that video. The signal chain for that Brian May sound comes from the homemade made guitar through a Dallas Rangemaster Treble Booster pedal into a Vox AC30 combo amp.

[@thisSOBRocks]

While I love Rory's studio work, you can not fully appreciate his true talent. You must see him live. So powerful.

[@miguelpms]

To realy feel all his energy and how amazing he was, you need to whatch him live

[@danmayberry1185]

Did that Ballyshannon boy heed advice to avoid Belfast when the Troubles flared up? He said no, because those people need to forget their problems for an evening and enjoy themselves. F*ing legend.

[@charleslopez5897]

Rory Gallagher sold over 30 million records, but turned down record companies that wanted to make him a "Star" because he didn't want to live that life. One of the greatest electric blues guitar players of all time! I was fortunate to see him live (twice) in the front row leaning on the stage 5 feet away from him. He came out in blue jeans, a flannel shirt and denim jacket with his signature beat to death Fender Stratocaster and just blew the roof off the place! Couldn't talk the next day from shouting. One of the most electrifying performers I've ever seen in my life! He died in 1995 from painful drawn out complications from a liver transplant. I cried when I heard the news! Another legendary Irish musician in the same league of music influence as Van Morrison, The Cranberries, and U2. He has a huge catalog of music. Check out Bull Frog Blues live in Paris. That will give you some Idea of what it was like to rock out with Rory Gallagher at a small club like I did. I've been waiting for you guys to discover him!

[@edallen3662]

Two of Ireland's greatest exports Gary Moore and Rory Gallagher

[@fergxson1650]

Big up Christy Moore

[@austexpilot1]

Both in my top 5…! ☘️

[@GerryBolger]

​@@fergxson1650I love Christy Moore.

[@RossoVerdeNero]

Moore was very good, but not on the same planet as Rory. But it's all about opinions...

[@synthrich1]

Shadow Play live at Montreaux in 1979 is one of the greatest live performances ever. It has to be seen to be believed

[@mattshaw6180]

"Calling Card," "Moon Child," and "Shadow Play" are great RG songs to watch a live performance!

[@barblessable]

Calling Card is a great track but any of his live vids are good ,there is b/w vid of him playing Shadow Play on a German tv show[,I think] ,Rory plays his heart out but the audience sat like statues ,how they could sit so quiet was beyond me , they did applaud at the end so maybe Germans are too polite to react like us Brits , it's a great performance well worth a look .

[@spineynorman7378]

In the mid 70’s I saw him live in London. He was credited as the best guitarist you’ve never heard of.

[@kittykaleidoscope434]

When I was in LA in the 70s a guy bought me a ticket to go with him to see Rory Gallagher at the Whiskey a Go Go. The stage was so tall he had to put me on his shoulders and he put me right up in front of Rory! Lol. People started throwing things at me, because I was blocking them. He was the word of mouth musician. Radio didn't do him justice,Great guitarist!!

[@randybaker6042]

Another great live performer. We all love Rory.

[@mauro3269]

Rory is the goat

[@johnoconnell2446]

Jimi Hendrix was a big fan and called Rory the world no 1. Pronounced GALLAHER in Ireland,.

[@DawnSuttonfabfour]

"I Fall Apart" by Rory was voted Ireland's Love Song of the Century. It is beautiful. P.S Rory was also sooo purty.

[@jrox6091]

Oh he was indeed purty. And apparently a heckuva nice guy. Sigh.

[@DawnSuttonfabfour]

@@jrox6091 Sigh. Yes, he was.

[@LoveBandit1000]

I concur, that is a GREAT SONG!

[@danielschaeffer1294]

Rory looked like he could have been in a boy-band (remember the Bay City Rollers?) which may be why so many people ignored him.

[@wewhofly]

Yes, 'I Fall Apart' is probably low on the list of recommended pieces when it comes to Rory as most people like to direct newbies to the more raucous 'showing off' live numbers. But 'I Fall Apart' shows that deeper, smoother, less grandiose beauty in the licks and curls.

[@gregj4564]

Rory Gallagher - Shadow Play (live 1979 with video - prepare for a jaw drop...). Rory Gallagher - I fall apart (the most beautiful love song You've never heard of...).

[@6916dog]

Shin Kicker and Bullfrog Blues are both amazing Rory Gallagher live performances. After 200+ requests.....we finally get some Rory. Thanks ❤

[@6916dog]

The Rolling Stones asked him to join the band. He politely declined

[@dougdecloedt8450]

Keith was passed out for two days, and Rory just left and flew out to Japan to meet his band and start their tour. The Stones deal, while flattering, would have never worked. Rory was a good human, and he would have never competed with the giant egos of Mick & Keith. It would have been a waste to have him anywhere but out in front of his own band. The Goat IMO, with second place going to Gary Moore who coincidentally was another Irish Blues Rock guitar god, who used to play some of the same gigs back in the day. RIP

[@rubentullenaar2934]

And Shadow Play live 1979.

[@simonoreilly3090]

AT LAST !! Rory was the GOAT! Everyone says he was the nicest musician you could ever meet. Tattooed Lady, Walk on Hot Coals, Million Miles Away

[@paulaleavy-mccarthy949]

He's an amazing guitarist! And when it's an Irish person with this surname it's pronounced Galla...her. The middle G is silent. You'll usually hear it pronounced when someone with this surname lives in the UK or the US. But Rory was Irish.. so no middle G😁

[@davidpetrich7277]

"A Million Miles Away" and " For The Last Time" are also great bluesy songs from Rory. I saw him opening for Rush, November 5th 1982 in Detroit.

[@davidibinson411]

Listen to “ Going to my Home Town “ Rory rocks on a mandolin

[@vincentp149]

Thank you for this! Rory Gallagher isn't well know in in the USA, and this is a good song to start with. You really have to see a video of him performing live to get the full effect of Rory's personality and playing. "Rory Gallagher - Moonchild - Loreley 1982" is on YT. Some say that he was an underrated guitarist, but in guitar circles he is very well known. Where I feel that he is underrated was as a songwriter. He wrote great songs.

[@user-fu4xm4hs3j]

Rory Gallagher did some great stuff and was a great guitarist who deserved to be more widely known-Colin Ward

[@daniellegoldsmith9782]

I had the great privilege of seeing him in concert. One of the best shows I've ever seen. Grateful for that experience. He died not long after I saw him.

[@damonhines8187]

I used to see Rory whenever he came to Toronto in the mid-70s. Passion, authenticity, humility and superb musicianship in generous measures. Never disappoints. I add my vote for 'Bullfrog Blues', and also submit 'Western Plain', or anything showcasing his acoustic guitar skills. 🎸 💙

[@tonetone7572]

Saw Rory in 73 opening up for Deep Purple when they were peaking . he blew the roof off the place and after his set he did an encore and we were standing on our chairs screaming for another encore which he did but we wanted more..Rory made it very difficult for Deep Purple that night to come on after him.

[@davidmason7765]

and as you probably know when Ritchie left Deep Purple, David Coverdale's list for guitarists to approach was Jeff Beck, Rory, and then Tommy Bolin. Dont think discussions with Rory ever got serious given that when the Stones approached him to replace Mick Taylor he went to France to discuss it but ultimately decided to stay with his own band. But it could have been cool . Imagine 3 part harmonies / vocal swapping Coverdale Hughes Gallagher

[@phonebone81]

One of the best live albums ever is "Irish Tour" !!!

[@radupopescu2370]

Your analysis on Rory living the music is correct, he was music. And he is the greatest guitar player of all time, just watch any live performance. Never played the same song in the same way twice, even Ritchie Blackmore from Deep Purple said he's the most natural player he ever saw.

[@garyrosenberg3369]

Finally! One of the guitarists I was waiting to hear on your show. But you just have to watch him play live, so you can see, he wasn't playing but living the blues. What made his music so special was his Irish background that always shone through. Watch him play Moon Child or Tatoo'd Lady, he'll blow you away.😊

[@stevemoss7793]

I saw Rory three times in the early/mid 70s, and they were some of the best gigs I ever witnessed. Not just for the playing, but also the atmosphere. And of course in those days the artists were only a few yards away.... .

[@stephenlee7877]

Rory is a master 👏👏irish legend 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪

[@pammy3514]

This man is a musical legend especially in Ireland where he was born. He is about as real as it gets. Very humble and never cared about being a celebrity. He literally lived for his music. His signature Stratocaster guitar is also legendary. The guy is one of a kind. Nice job reacting to this one.

[@franksullivan1873]

He was the guitarist that other great guitarists love to talk about.I remember when a BBC interviewer was doing a question and answer session with Jimi Hendrix and asked him,”What’s it like to be considered the best Rock and Roll guitarist ever?”Jimi quickly and said,”I would not know but you may want to ask Rory Gallagher that question.” Even Brian May said he used to go to Rory’s shows to learn new techniques.So sad he died early .

[@isabelsilva62023]

I would like to suggest Rory Gallagher's live version of "Brute Force and Ignorance" on Rock Goes to College in 1979. The medication he took for his fear of flying ruined his liver, he had a transplant but ended up dying from the complications the same year, 1995, he was 47. Rory was genuine and 100% about the music, nobody else like him, met him in March 1979 (the day after his birthday) it is a precious memory.

[@DawnSuttonfabfour]

RORY!Always here for the divine Rory. Magnificent.

[@thomasconlee4939]

Irishman Rory Gallagher was called the greatest guitarist you've never heard of ( forget who said it) The next Rory tune should be a Rob Squad theme song..."Just the Smile" which is an acoustic work.

[@flea1972]

Agreed - especially the Beat Club version. 👍✌️

[@daleclarke4317]

Bullfrog blues Live....WOW !!! the stage is bouncing , it is an incredible , amazing virtuoso performance

[@silverburst6123]

His whole band was on fire for that performance.

[@reallymysterious4520]

Rory, Gary Moore and SRV - the Holy Trinity of Blues Rock guitarists

[@barblessable]

Hendrix ?

[@waltw4537]

What a talent. There are so many tunes. Live! Like "Bull Frog Blues"! Thanks so much! Rory could write hits but he chose not too. Just good music. So Glad You Dug It! You have to see a live video. Great reaction.

[@marietheresahughes2911]

Love "bull frog Blues" ❤

[@Darth_Wafer]

What are the chances?! I was just listening to this song just a couple minutes ago! Rory is in my top 3 guitar players ever. Some great songs by him are... I Fall Apart A Million Miles Away Shadow Play

[@bringingtolightnj9127]

RORY!!!!! I've been waiting for you guys to react to him. Do all his songs please.

[@jasonlighton9636]

Heck yeah, some Rory Gallagher!!!! Highly recommend a live version, Rory is a performer.

[@valogden]

Queen's guitarist Brian May credits Rory Gallagher for his signature sound. He said he and his friend waited after a show and he asked Rory about his setup and how he got his sound. He said he was so nice to them and spent time talking with them. Brian said he went out to a second hand store and bought some beat up equipment. He said he met up with him years later and he was just as nice and he thought it was maybe because he was a fellow recording artist but thought back and said he was the same as he was years before. Gary Moore also is on the same interview with Brian and talked about how great Rory was. Another great guitar player gone too soon.

[@danielschaeffer1294]

Now try “I Could Have Had Religion” from Montreux in 1994. The creepiest blues performance since Robert Johnson. I suspect that one of the reasons Rory was never that popular was that he was a musician’s musician. One almost had to be a professional to grasp the full depth of Rory’s talent and the breadth of his knowledge of blues history. When Mick Taylor left the Stones they auditioned Rory, but he turned them down. Rory knew his worth.

[@samfischer-l6p]

One of the best guitar players. Unique

[@ajorngjdonaydbr]

Yessss Rory! He's an absolute hero here in Ireland. There is a Rory Gallagher festival every year here and theres a statue to him in his hometown. He's so damn good. Also, welcome to the official cool club, you can now put some Rory on in front of your rocker pals and watch them go "WHO IS THAT?!" in their most excited voices!

[@fanfeck2844]

Everyone who knows, knows

[@silverburst6123]

Some artists are just so much better live than in the studio. Just about any live performance by Rory is incredible.

[@chrismcdonagh688]

Rory's guitar playing really shines when it's live. I was lucky enough to see him once in 1987 just a few years before he died, he totally blew me away. Have a listen to Bullfrog Blues or Walk On Hot Coals from The Old Grey Whistle Test

[@jlb6]

Way back when Bullfrog Blues got the party started. A bronze statue of Shakira was unveiled in Columbia today. Rory has a statue in Ireland, great acoustic player.

[@vivadjango]

Colombia!!!

[@DavidCormier-er7em]

You have made me so happy. I never thought you would play this kind of underrated music. I am just so happy thanks

[@pammy3514]

Seriously watch his live performances. Legendary!!!!

[@stevemcmurtry1374]

Bullfrog Blues Live......a must !!!

[@mark-be9mq]

The music was in Rory & it poured out in his hands "Shin Kicker", live, is a treat.

[@rusynlig1]

In Rory Gallagher's universe, "Bad Penny" is almost a laid back ballad. Try some live stuff from the man. A good place to start is "Bullfrog blues" a powerhouse of a tune!

[@wildapplellamas7751]

The 1980 live version in Paris is amazing, with the audience storming the stage, Rory climbing the amps and he never stops playing!

[@Tessmage_Tessera]

@@wildapplellamas7751 Oh hell yeah. Rory turned the slide guitar into a weapon of mass destruction at that show. It's a must-see for sure.

[@SaintPhoenixx]

Definitely do some of his live performances, his solos were intense and several minutes long. A blues/rock legend, never gets the attention he deserved.

[@jrox6091]

Oh em geee! Finally! I'm one of many, I guess, who've suggested this one. Saw the notification and had to stop cooking to watch! The guitar intro is sooo good, and has the wonderful 1970s guitar rock sound. I was just listening to this in the car 2 days ago (I make sure my granddaughters are exposed to great stuff 😉) Be blessed ❤

[@tobeski]

Rory was a ridiculously talented guitarist and worked like a dog to earn a living; an older friend who went to a lot of Seventies festivals said wherever you went, Rory was always on the bill

[@keithwatkins7908]

Rory and his fantastic band were amazing live. You should watch them doing Shadow Play live in 1979 at Montreux. Thunderous drumming, monster bass, and Rory being Rory, one of the greatest guitarists and showman ever.

[@garyallison1905]

Definitely!!!!!!!!

[@d.vincent6190]

Another excellent pick, Rory can definitely rock,.

[@garyporter1702]

I saw Rory in concert three times back in the 70's. His shows were over the top! You've got to check out 'Messin With The Kid', and 'Bullfrog Blues'! You've got to listen to the live albums. Also, 'Going To My Hometown' live! His live music was so much better than the studio stuff! This man could play any instrument that has a string on it! One of the greatest!

[@1Moonchild]

So happy that you've tapped into Rory Gallagher and hope this is just the beginning. A shy, gentle soul off stage, Rory was a beast when performing live. As a self-taught multi-instrumentalist, he played electric & acoustic guitar, mandolin, electric sitar, harmonica, saxophone - and put forth a diverse spectrum of styles from blues and rock to jazz, folk, country and a bit of funk. He was an outstanding songwriter and his vocals were so beautifully unique. Rory's live performances were truly epic - and when I saw him perform live, it was transformational, no other performer I'd seen before or since came even remotely close to him. He touched my musical soul and I was never the same. People who love Rory love him as much for who/how he was as a human being as we do for his music. He easily could has been a superstar, but he wouldn't let the music companies dictate or compromise his musical vision - he did not play the game for fame and he preferred smaller, more intimate venues to the big ones. There are so many facets to Rory and his music to explore, I suggest A Million Miles Away, Calling Card, Walk On Hot Coals, Just The Smile, Overnight Bag. Some live performances: check out anything from Belfast 1984, Madrid 1975, but to get a feel of just how incredible Rory was 'Just a Little Bit' from My Father's Place, 1974 is a must listen, otherworldly stuff like you've never heard before. Anyway, thanks for a wonderful Rory reaction and keep on...

[@dougdecloedt8450]

A million miles a way from the Irish Tour 74 album is a masterpiece. Just him with his battered up Strat, a treble booster, and a Vox AC 130 Amp back in those days, and he made his guitar sound like 4-5 different guitars just with his talent. A true Materclass

[@gregseibel3310]

Hey y'all glad you got here with Rory. Gotta hit up his songs, Brute force and ignorance, and Shin Kicken morning.

[@bkshields76]

It's crazy you'd play both Travers and Gallagher on the same day! I saw them together at a stadium show in KC in the mid 70s along with Jethro Tull and Robin Trower. Thanks for the flashback...

[@Sdeburca2012]

Hi guys, in order to get what Jimi was talking about you need to check out Rory's 1982 live performance of this song!!!!! It's got over 85 Million views!!!!

[@MWPoss]

I got to see rory gallagher and status quo together at an outdoor concert in europe when i was in the service. What a show!

[@valeriebarr5729]

Rory & Quo were good friends and, I believe, shared the same management for a while - Quo + Rory = Quarry Management

[@clarkditter5975]

Rory Gallagher is an Irish blues rock guitarist & songwriter (born 2 March 1948) who died, in 1995, at the age of just 47. His band was a powerful 3-piece unit. This song is well-structured, with great commercial appeal. There will many suggestions made of live songs that you need to check out in order to appreciate his talent and energy live. I would, however, suggest that your next choice is "Wave myself goodbye" with LYRICS. It has more piano than guitar, but it does highlight his songwriting. Then head into the energetic stuff.

[@notedrockhistorian4382]

"Shin Kicker" live from Montreaux is the fastest 5 minutes you will ever experience. Rory live is phenomenal.

[@brianmiller6055]

Bullfrog Blues and Messin' With The Kid are must listen by Rory

[@alecfed]

This isn't the way to listen to this song, you have to see the live video in an Irish club. It's one of the best.

[@jodycahill4260]

I ♥️SRV but I listen to Rory the most!🌟👍

[@dontmakemelaugh01]

Saw him open for Rush in 1981. I'd never heard of him until I saw his name on the bill. Blew my mind when he started playing. I've carried his music with me all over the world , since then.

[@barblessable]

YOU really had to see him live , he was mesmerising ,saw him twice in late 70s with his trademark battered old strat , Shadow Play ,Tattooed Lady, Bullfrog Blues ,Hands off , Back In Your Town , just a few of many great songs by Rory ,he also does magic things on acoustic guitar check out his cover of Pistol Slapper Blues.

[@dathang]

Aye, Rory... he was quite the player... all about feel!

[@Naiko-teki-Complex422.]

This song has actually been in my playlist for a few months. Underrated artist.

[@paulburton5150]

Check out Rory’s band Taste playing “what’s going on” at the Isle of Wight festival 1970. Phenomenal, raw performance.

[@GWard-hz5wj]

Another great Rory performance @1970 Isle of Wight with his then band 'Taste'-very bluesy "Sugar Mama"-got 5 encores!

[@Stoney_Snark]

Rory has some fantastic live videos here on KZbin. All the UK guitarists, Clapton, Page, Townsend, etc. loved Rory! But you’ve got to do a live one, it’s his wheelhouse!! “Shadow Play” live is amazing!

[@O_Towne_Bear]

Canada's own Alex Lifeson always talks about Rory as one of his biggest influences.

[@lesknight5416]

Couldn't agree more shadowplay live incredible

[@allendixon7700]

​@@lesknight5416Are you sedate called pop Travers? Brother tbarbers, the brother does some bomb bombom bomb. Wow, go to lots by pop drivers. It's a lot of real good stuff for a third bombom. Bomb bomb mount gonna go to lots by pat drivers

[@allendixon7700]

​@@lesknight5416Did you know there's A? A group called ZZ Top? F***, you know, all these people go talk about a barbecue. Hey, yo see, she topped at the barbecue long ago late thanks oh right, they fired the Bobby up. Alright? ZZ Top has a song called barbecues. What i'm talking brother barbecue by z z top all right

[@allendixon7700]

Did you ever want? Why nobody a do any of a brother church, Eric church or church? None of the homeboys won't do homeboy. At church Chase got a song called homeboy and there is a video. Nobody I do no earning dirty early I guess he's dirty early

[@primalengland]

You have no idea how happy I am to see you react to Rory. There are so, so many people that idolise Rory… and rightly so.

[@robertreyna3913]

You guys used to be a daily visit to me, just have been diving now into deep deep cuts, no longer first time listeners but now just music appreciators. Seasons Greetings, keep on rockin'

[@jameskirschling7887]

I listened to this song a couple of weeks ago. I have been a Rory Gallagher fan ever since I saw him on The Midnight Special or In Concert back in the mid 70's. My favorite Rory Gallagher song is Brute Force and Ignorance. Laundromat is another, that's the song that grabbed my attention. Bullfrog Blues is another song to react to.

[@richardberesford3993]

A fantastic musician. I saw him at least 3 times in the 70s. Remember he writes, sings and plays.

[@Symo231]

Brian May has said that seeing Rory Gallagher live was a huge inspiration for Smile to continue working for success, they became Queen.

[@tzzz7]

You two are hitting some guitar gods today!

[@GAM73]

Glad you discovered Rory. He is amazing.

[@SmilingBlackKitten-vh3cp]

Jimi Hendrix was once asked - what does it feel like to be the greatest guitarist if all time? - he replied 'How would i know? Go ask Rory Gallagher '

[@thor8580]

He’s meant to be seen live check out Shadow Play or Bull Frog Blues to understand him better.🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@deadreckoningplot]

Love Rory ☘️ check out some if his Irish Tour ‘74 live vids- Tattoo’d Lady, I wonder who, a million miles away. He was so great live!

[@johnlong9534]

He is very popular Europe. He has to be seen live to really appreciate him. I doubt its true, but word is that Jimi Hendrix was asked "how does it feel to be the best guitar player in the world" and Jimi's reply was. "I don't know, you would have to ask Rory Gallagher."

[@williamgreco3046]

I hardly ever recommend live versions before listening to the studio versions but Rory is like the Dead (and Phish) where live is the way to go.

[@smd2169]

Any of his live stuff is mind-blowing.

[@user-qv1bj2kb2c]

His Bull Frog Blues is a high intensity rocker that you have to watch live!

[@welshrabbit5]

one of the all time greats- fantastic song.

[@amitychief3061]

Next "I Fall Apart" would be great, but Rory live is at his best. "A Million Miles Away" , "Cradle Rock" or "Walk on Hot Coals" from Irish Tour '74, or Philby from Live at Montreux would be my suggestions.

[@AdmiralDonkey]

Glad you like Rory, he's definitely underappreciated! You really should do a live reaction! He was incredible live and his bassist Gerry McAvoy is really fun to watch too, you can tell they are both really into the music. There's a vid on YT of him playing Moonchild at Loreley in '82 where he does something with his guitar I've never seen anyone else do. Another good vid of him playing Shadow Play at Montreux in '79 where he goes in the audience mid-solo. And the Bad Penny live version from Loreley is epic too.

[@Silber7]

I'm too young to see him, but from the existing vids, he could carry a show simply by his charisma on stage alone. No rock-star bulls*t, just honest passion. I saw Gary and his band of friends recently, he is trying to keep the candle alive, and broght even a few % of the spirit, and it was a great evening kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHK2pKFqZZuff80si=9ZSvtSQjdwQZAhQC

[@1973teledeluxe]

Glad you two finally discovered Rory. It doesn't look like you are short on further suggestions to react to from the comments so far, but I will add another - Tattoed Lady. There are a ton of version's out there and I know some have already suggested them. I am prone to his Madrid, Spain 1975 live concert version. It doesn"t have a ton of views probably because it is in B&W and the video/audio quality isn't the best. But that performance is unbelievable - the crowd knew it too. He is playing his heart out to his fan's.......

[@joebloggs8636]

You need to see him doing these live!

[@wildapplellamas7751]

You really need to watch Rory live-he takes his music to a whole new level. Thanks for checking him out and I hope you react to more of his outstanding music. Recommendations for YT videos: "Calling Card" from his 1977 Hammersmith Odeon show, "I Wonder Who?" from 1984 Belfast, and "Do You Read Me?" from the 1979 Rock Goes To College show for a start. Great studio pieces include "Overnight Bag", "Edged in Blue", "I Fall Apart", "Fuel to the Fire"- I could go on and on. Rory was also fire on the acoustic guitar. A great example that also shows his connection with his audience is "Rag Mama Rag" performed at the 1976 Rockpalast. The old story regarding Jimi Hendrix saying Rory was the greatest guitarist has never been proven, but Rory has plenty of fans among guitarists. Brian May of Queen Slash, Alex Lifeson of Rush, Johnny Marr, the Edge, and many others have cited Rory as a major influence.

[@SlumminAngel]

You just said everything I was going to say, great suggestions! I think Amber would also enjoy Daughter of the Everglades.

[@garryleblanc4002]

Jimi also gave personal endorsements to Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top and called Terry Kath of Chicago the most talented guitarist he'd ever seen. The original Chicago was a lot harder than the late 70's and early 80's Chicago.

[@josephgallagher945]

Got to see Rory Gallagher open up for Rush. It was epic. Rip brother 🙏

[@davidboatright3009]

I saw Rory open for Fleetwood Mac & Deep Purple back when I was in high school in the 1960s . GREAT SHOW !

[@victorflynn6375]

Holy crap, what a concert 😮😮 Lyndsey must've been crying backstage watching him 😅

[@MACMISIAS]

Rory finally!!! Thank you. Next choise? My favourite song of him. Philby!