A guitarist & multi instrumentalist that was notoriously underrated as a virtuoso & influence in the rock movement. Despite this he held a dedicated fan base most notable in european countries like Greece &
France, some of his peers who enjoyed his music were Dylan, Lennon, Jimmy Page, J.Bruce, Albert King, BB King. His influence on guitarists ranged from Clapton, Brian May, Slash, Moore, Johnny Marr & many others. Apparently was one of the first artists to introduce the
popular format of electric songs followed by acoustic songs in concert, also one of the first
power rock trios ever formed (within months of
Cream & Jimi Hendrix).
Most notable for his energetic performances, shyness offstage a paradox to his onstage persona, his battered fender strat that was worn down from 30+ years of touring & his
sweat which was slightly acidic thus peeling the paint, last but not least his schedule of performances 250+ a year for decades.
Rorys death came from
work overload & pill abuse (not stereotypical
junkie, merely took pills when working heavily as he usually was).
Rory Gallagher unfortunately wasn't credited by Hendrix as the best guitarist, this is a rumor initially said to
Phil keaggy an acoustic guitarist often considered the best acoustic guitarist. Snopes.Com (investigates myths) has a study into this quote that Hendrix apparently said.
Rorys music lives on through his dedicated & growing fan base, he is recognised as one of Irelands finest musicans. As of the
time of this writing a posthumous release of an album that was unreleased in his
peak during the 70s is about to be released titled ''notes from san francisco''.
Irish Tour 74 is still recognised as a masterpiece of a live album & amongst his best works. Youtube ''million
miles away/Walk On Hot Coals''......point proven of why he is considered so
good
