A mature sound that combines hard rock and lyricism
A composition that combines lyricism and power. A work that highlights the ingenuity of the twin guitars and the poetic world of Phil Lynott.
While maintaining the twin guitar tradition, this ambitious album shifted to a bluesier, more nuanced sound. The title track, "Chinatown," stood out in the scene at the time with its sharp riffs and striking melody incorporating Asian scales. Phil Lynott's lyrics exude urban loneliness and resignation, and the heavy bass line conveys the band's maturity. Tracks like "Killer on the Loose" and "Sugar Blues" shine with their sharp yet relaxed performance, exuding the stability that comes from years of touring experience. With a sound approach that prioritizes depth over flashiness, this album showcases the breadth of Thin Lizzy's musical talent.
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We Will Be Strong
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2)
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Chinatown
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3)
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Sweetheart
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Sugar Blues
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Killer On The Loose
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Having A Good Time
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Genocide (The Killing Of The Buffalo)
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Didn't I
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Hey You
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Artwork - Jim Fitzpatrick
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Bass Guitar, Keyboards, Vocals - Philip Lynott
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Drums - Brian Downey
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Engineer [Assistant] - Flash Gordon Fordyce
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Keyboards, Backing Vocals - Darren Wharton
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Layout, Artwork - Roger & Linda
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Lead Guitar, Alto Vocals - Snowy White
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Lead Guitar, Guitar, Backing Vocals - Scott Gorham
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Photography By - John Paul (5)
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Producer - Thin Lizzy
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Producer, Engineer - Kit Woolven
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Written-By - Downey
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Written-By - Lynott
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Written-By - Gorham
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Written-By - White
